Taylor 029 Burner Sealing

[RogerJolly]

Hello All. Sorry to launch into the forum begging for advice.

It's just that I've never got to grips with sealing my Talyors 029 stove burners. When you're screwing the burner in, how do you get it tight enough to seal, but without stripping the thread, AND with the control spindle lined up properly?

Maybe it's just me, but I've been scared of stripping the thread, usually leaving a slight weep, so you have to always remember to switch off at the tank. Then the weeping gets worse over time…

I think I've heard of experimenting with different thickness washers. Any other advice would be gratefully received.

Cheers

 

[Malish]

Hi
Suggest you have a look at the base camp website, specifically:
https://www.base-camp.co.uk/exploded views/Optimus/207 burner.htm
They have a number of items that may be of use to you, their item code CTK1105 might just be what you are looking for.

I also found them v. very helpful on the 'phone last time I needed some help.

 

[RogerJolly]

Thanks RR. Base Camp they're sending me some different thickness washers to play with.

 

[Malish]

good to hear

 

[coopec]

Surely this manual would cover your problem?

https://www.sparesmarine.co.uk/_webedit/uploaded-files/All Files/Taylors Paraffin Cookers.pdf

http://yachtparts.shop033.com/b/2215385/1/blakes-lavac-taylor.html



Clive

 

[RobinBirch]

I think the key is to use a new annealed copper washer of the appropriate dimension

 

[KINGFISHER 9]

Commit the thing to the deep and use it for a mooring block … buy a gas one! … :encouragement:

 

[Malish]

yawn...