Tag Archives: Fuel

DIY Charcoal, Low Smoke

Posted on 22 July 2020 by E.M.Smith

DIY Charcoal with low smoke signature using simple tools and materials. Continue reading →

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Trangia On 70% Ethanol Rubbing Alcohol

Posted on 2 January 2020 by E.M.Smith

I test the Trangia on 70% Ethanol / 30% water from the drug store “Rubbing Alcohol”. Continue reading →

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Warning: Lacquer Thinner No Longer Methanol

Posted on 15 December 2019 by E.M.Smith

You can not any longer depend on “Lacquer Thinner” to be Methanol for use in your camping stove. Continue reading →

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$60 – $120 per Gallon Camp Stove Fuel

Posted on 22 March 2018 by E.M.Smith

Some discussion of camping fuel and “off the grid” fuel and the costs thereof. Continue reading →

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