"Unusual" Compact Stoves

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04-18-2009, 02:08 AM
Smok

Tennecedar... Are you talking about the Butane stoves ? If so I have one and the best price that I can get is on Amazon 12 pack I am getting one canister for $1 pulse shipping $1 more ...LOL
04-18-2009, 06:00 AM
erunkiswldrnssurvival

When you say "camp stove" my mind goes back to pan cakes which reminds me of bracket funguses that resemble stacks of pancakes.A bracket fungus is a favored stove material especialy when they are thick. nothing like a pancake bracket soaked in bacon grease! to see a bracket stove, click onto the link in my signature.
04-18-2009, 06:10 AM
Rick

What size Camping GAZ are you looking for? That's another name for Coleman.
04-18-2009, 02:47 PM
tennecedar

I have a CV 270 GAZ stove. It's the cartridges that are hard to find. Shipping is high on butane/propane from the net if the shipping company knows thats what's being shipped. Haz mat something or the other. REI lists them in their catalog but I drove 90 miles down there and they didn't have any on hand. The stoves are perfect as far as function. They were also known by BLUET.
08-13-2009, 01:09 AM
locorogue

Thanks 'PGVOUTDOORS'

I just read your post where you mentioned links per stoves, you mentioned mine, thanks, i appreciate it.

*If anyone is interested the link(my stove) has changed to the following: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0mln8lPkO4

I've also uploaded some pics of some of my other stoves i've made, and other prototypes.

Once again, thanks:thumbs_up:
08-13-2009, 07:11 AM
rebel

Quote:

Originally Posted by locorogue

I just read your post where you mentioned links per stoves, you mentioned mine, thanks, i appreciate it.

*If anyone is interested the link(my stove) has changed to the following: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0mln8lPkO4

I've also uploaded some pics of some of my other stoves i've made, and other prototypes.

Once again, thanks:thumbs_up:

Nice vid. BTW why do you need to use insulation inside? Does it absorb the fuel? Thanks.
08-13-2009, 08:32 AM
pgvoutdoors

Locorogue - I updated your link on the main list.
08-13-2009, 08:37 AM
Ken

Locorogue, excellent video. Thanks!
08-13-2009, 08:47 AM
pgvoutdoors

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gray Wolf

PGV, did you see this post?

Here's a real fast burner, the MSR Reactor. It's won many awards.

http://www.msrgear.com/stoves/reactor.asp

Sorry, I missed it. It's on the list now. Thanks
08-13-2009, 08:52 AM
Rick

It looks a lot like a jet boil. I'm sure that had some design influence.
08-13-2009, 09:06 AM
erunkiswldrnssurvival

camp stove burns ungulets

Attachment 1813

this is a good stove it burns any fuel even locorogues hot point:clap:
08-13-2009, 10:06 AM
Stargazer

I have a Jet Boil that I have been verry happy with.I like how the stove and fuel can be stored in the cup.

As a side note on the Jet Boil. There is a recall on one of its newer models.The threads for the burner and fuel can do not match up correctly.
08-13-2009, 10:34 AM
locorogue

insulation in stove

Quote:

Originally Posted by rebel

Nice vid. BTW why do you need to use insulation inside? Does it absorb the fuel? Thanks.

Yes it absorbs the fuel, stabilizes it, and acts to evenly distribute it, towards the top. As i mentioned in a previous post i prefer flat bottomed stoves, and one would think that if you put insulation in the stove, even 'round' bottom, the insulation would absorb it anyway? True, and false, the fuel still 'pools' in the bottom, and obviously not as efficient as flat.
08-13-2009, 12:23 PM
rebel

Quote:

Originally Posted by locorogue

Yes it absorbs the fuel, stabilizes it, and acts to evenly distribute it, towards the top. As i mentioned in a previous post i prefer flat bottomed stoves, and one would think that if you put insulation in the stove, even 'round' bottom, the insulation would absorb it anyway? True, and false, the fuel still 'pools' in the bottom, and obviously not as efficient as flat.

Thanks for answering my question about the insulation. I'm going to have to try one of your stove designs.
09-28-2009, 12:43 AM
pgvoutdoors

RangerXanatos - I added the Swiss Ranger Stove to the master list on page one.
09-28-2009, 12:51 AM
pgvoutdoors

I'll continue to add stoves to the master list as there brought to my attention. It's been awhile sense I've looked for any, but please keep referring them to me. A lot of people have used this list.
Thanks - PGV
09-28-2009, 08:19 AM
BENESSE

Safe Indoors?

Are any of these stoves safe to use indoors with little or no ventilation?

I know ventilation is crucial but was hoping that in a pinch I could use something without the danger of asphyxiation.
09-28-2009, 08:37 AM
crashdive123

BENESSE - any stove that has an open flame consumes oxygen and produces carbon Dioxide. Even the gas stove (if you are not on electric) does. It does not take a wide open door or window to provide the ventilation you need for these stove, provided you are not burning wood (think hobo stove) or some other fuel that produces a lot of noxious fumes. A window that is slightly ajar should be enough.
09-28-2009, 10:59 AM
pgvoutdoors

Benesse - Stoves that use compressed gases like propane, butane, or a propane/butane mix are cleaner burning, easier, and safer to use indoors. As crash stated they require only to be used by a window that is opened slightly.

For household use, where your cooking for more than one person, a two-burner propane camp stove works the best. It's larger than a compact stove but more practical for large pots.
10-31-2009, 11:30 PM
gryffynklm

Well, here is another stove. It may not be practical for backpacking but as an efficient wood burner when you need to conserve your fuel this looks good. Its manufactured by Stove Tec. a company that designed it for third world countries were both the economic situation of its people and the scarcity of wood as a fuel source necessitate efficiency.

http://www.stovetec.net/us/
11-09-2009, 02:15 PM
pgvoutdoors

Quote:

Originally Posted by pgvoutdoors

Just a few stoves I've come across, they may give you some ideas for custom stove construction.

Vintage Camp Stove: http://www.omahas.com/product_info.p...roducts_id=220

Canteen cup stove, Desert Storm: http://www.omahas.com/product_info.p...oducts_id=1460

French Army Cook Stove: http://www.omahas.com/product_info.p...products_id=41

German Esbit Stove: http://www.omahas.com/product_info.p...products_id=42

Alcohol Stoves: http://zenstoves.net/Stoves.htm

Little Bug Wood Burning Stove: http://www.littlbug.com/?gclid=CLiLt...FQIwxwodPCs2CA

Candle Stoves: http://zenstoves.net/Wax.htm

Wood Burning Stoves: http://zenstoves.net/Wood.htm

Solid Fuel Stoves: http://zenstoves.net/SolidFuelBurner.htm

Solar Cooker: http://www.safetycentral.com/solarcooker.html

Fold Flat Stove: http://www.safetycentral.com/focaemcost.html

Stove Templates (DIY): http://zenstoves.net/Templates.htm

Presure Jet Stove: http://zenstoves.net/BasicPressureBurner.htm

Canteen Cup Stove Modifications: http://www.alpharubicon.com/prepinfo/triggccsm.htm

Modified Esbit Sove: http://www.backpacking.net/makegear/...bit/index.html

Penny Ultralight alcohol Stove: http://www.csun.edu/~mjurey/penny.html

Thermette Stove: http://www.thermette.com/

Kelly Kettle Stove: http://www.kellykettle.com/

Stove by Locorogue (YouTube): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0mln8lPkO4

Bushbuddy, Provided by gryffynklm: http://www.bushbuddy.ca/

The Bush Cooker, Provided by gryffynklm: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBWLlgJD2Ec

(DIY Site, check list of stoves on left), Provided by Gray wolf: http://www.backpacking.net/makegear.html

Tatonka Stove, Provided by Rick: http://intranet.tatonka.com/infosys/...od.dll?185@1&0

Volcano-2 Stove (not a compact stove), Provided by gryffnklm: http://www.volcano2.com/index.php?op...d=43&Itemid=96

Fondue Stove, Provided by Rick: http://reviews.canadiantire.ca/9045/...1P/reviews.htm

Stove Collection "MUST SEE" , provided by Rick, : http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~we2a-sod/index.htm

Littlbug wood burner, provided By Gray Wolf : http://www.littlbug.com/index.htm

Jetboil Stove System: http://www.jetboil.com/

MSR Reactor Sove, provideed by Gray Wolf: http://cascadedesigns.com/MSR/Stoves...eactor/product

Swiss Ranger Stove, provided by RangerXanatos: http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/WX130-1.html

StoveTec Stove, provided by gryffynkln: http://www.stovetec.net/us/

I thought I would push a copy of the list from page one. I will only update page one though.
11-09-2009, 09:37 PM
rebel

That's a great list PGV! Thanks for putting it together. I think some of the designs are brilliant.
11-11-2009, 11:19 AM
pgvoutdoors

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjj

I love my Dietz lantern cooker. VERY fuel efficient and gives off light at the same time. This is certainly NOT a hot stove, works great for heating up water.

http://www.lanternnet.com/Merchant2/...tegory_Code=DL

I've added the lantern/stove to the master list on page one. Thanks SJJ.
12-02-2009, 06:50 PM
Nath1985

Thats a lotta stoves... lol

I Use the British army mess tins with the UK hexy stove and hexamine blocks... Never let me down yet!!

Im going to take a look at your stoves list now, Might see an upgrade ;)
12-02-2009, 08:12 PM
Rick

Just be cautious with the hexamine. The fumes from them burning is toxic. Never try to cook food directly over the flame. Always use a pot of some type.
12-03-2009, 10:30 PM
klkak

Quote:

Originally Posted by pgvoutdoors

I stopped in Gander Mountain today, I had a $25 gift certificate I needed to use. Believe it or not, I had a hard time finding something to buy.

Anyway I found a Jetboil (1L) Companion Cup on clearance marked down from $29.99 to $19.97. The thing is, I don't own a jetboil stove. I've seen one work when a friend of mine brought one backpacking, a interesting concept. http://www.jetboil.com/

I thought I might incorporate the Companion Cup into a homemade stove. The attached FluxRing heat exchanger will come in handy. Here's what it looks like.

PVG, if you cut the locking ring off the Jetboil you can use it with any of the ultralite stoves like the ones from MSR, Peak or Optimus.
03-06-2010, 01:08 AM
pgvoutdoors

I just picked up a couple of the Swiss Volcano Stoves to test. A few people have tested them on YouTube if your interested.

I ordered mine through Sportsman Guide: http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/c....aspx?a=612626

It comes with a bottle and cup, all components are made of aluminum.

I also added the folding Pocket Cooker to the list at the beginning of the thread on page one.
03-06-2010, 01:35 AM
Alaskan Survivalist

Quote:

Originally Posted by pgvoutdoors

I just picked up a couple of the Swiss Volcano Stoves to test. A few people have tested them on YouTube if your interested.

I ordered mine through Sportsman Guide: http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/c....aspx?a=612626

It comes with a bottle and cup, all components are made of aluminum.

I also added the folding Pocket Cooker to the list at the beginning of the thread on page one.

I was one that tested it on you tube. my first video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UR3qNaiVpUc

I like the volcanoe for winter use but I have several pack grills that I cut down I use. Just as light and I can grill meat or fish on it or just put a pot on it but the swiss stove works better in winter because fire is contained so snow does not melt into it and I can carry enough dry wood in my pocket to use it several times.

http://i540.photobucket.com/albums/g...o/IMG_1033.jpg
03-06-2010, 08:20 AM
crashdive123

Nice review AS.

I've got two of them (from Cheaper Than Dirt) for a similar price as in PGV's link.
03-06-2010, 10:24 AM
Alaskan Survivalist

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjj

AS - great video. Love it. Thanks for sharing.

Which Surplus store you get the stove from?

The Drop Zone in Spenard. They did not have many of them when I was there.. I also get a lot of stuff at Second Chance. I check there first because they have best prices and if I can't find it any where else I'll check GI Joes on Arctic.
03-06-2010, 11:00 AM
Rick

I like those but I sure would have preferred they use something on the thermos besides a cork. But I guess if you use a screw cap and it does freeze then it would break the thermos. Very nice vid. Thanks!!!!
03-06-2010, 11:05 AM
crashdive123

Yeah - not too big on the bottle with cork. I view that more as a place to store water that I've boiled while at camp rather than a way to carry it.
03-06-2010, 11:25 AM
Alaskan Survivalist

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick

I like those but I sure would have preferred they use something on the thermos besides a cork. But I guess if you use a screw cap and it does freeze then it would break the thermos. Very nice vid. Thanks!!!!

It took me a year to figure out how to do that. I like making videos but I realized what a mutturing old man I am when I heard myself speak. I need some one to do the acting and narating before I try another. My stove did not come with the cork and I have been looking for a rubber stopper with a brass tightener but the opening is 1 3/8's making it hard to find in that size. if all else fails I'll just carve a piece of wood to cork bottle. I love that little stove. So easy for use in snow and being able to carry dry kindling in pocket saves dinking around find wood in frozen woods when everything is covered in frost. I can always build a fire but this is so much easier and when I am skiing I want to ski and when I stop for a hot buttered rum I don't want to cool down too much.
03-06-2010, 11:47 AM
Rick

Okay, now I have this picture of you skiing carefree downhill with this nice little stove and a gallon of rum in your pack. (shaking head) Actually, you did fine. Hearing yourself on tape is a weird experience because you never listen to yourself the way you hear others. But you did just fine, in my book.
03-06-2010, 11:59 AM
pgvoutdoors

great comments guys. keep sending stove ideas and I'll add them to the list on page one.
03-06-2010, 12:04 PM
Alaskan Survivalist

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick

Okay, now I have this picture of you skiing carefree downhill with this nice little stove and a gallon of rum in your pack. (shaking head) Actually, you did fine. Hearing yourself on tape is a weird experience because you never listen to yourself the way you hear others. But you did just fine, in my book.

At my age I just drink for medicinal purposes these days. A half pint sees me though most outings.
03-06-2010, 02:33 PM
Alaskan Survivalist

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjj

AS, thanks for the purchase info. Regarding the video, in my opinion the best part of the video was what you call the "muttering". I wouldn't change a thing.

Compared to watching water boil that would be the high point. I almost forgot why I came back to this thread. I have a little stove I love I carry with my back packing gear stuffed inside my cook kit. It's a Coleman Exponent F-1 Ultralight. Folds up small and only weighs 2.7 ounces! It burns hot too!

http://www.summitcampinggear.com/coexouf1ulst.html
03-06-2010, 06:30 PM
crashdive123

AS - you did well in your video. No need for voice overs - unless of course you could swing Megan Fox or somebody like that.:innocent:
03-06-2010, 07:14 PM
pgvoutdoors

I picked up one of the Brunton "Raptor" folding stoves a few months ago. It's very compact, nice little canister stove. Built well...

http://www.brunton.com/product.php?id=299
03-06-2010, 08:00 PM
crashdive123

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alaskan Survivalist

Compared to watching water boil that would be the high point. I almost forgot why I came back to this thread. I have a little stove I love I carry with my back packing gear stuffed inside my cook kit. It's a Coleman Exponent F-1 Ultralight. Folds up small and only weighs 2.7 ounces! It burns hot too!

http://www.summitcampinggear.com/coexouf1ulst.html

I've got the F1 as well. Very similar to the Brunton that PGV just posted.

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