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Does this stove burn Gasoline/Petrol? I'm suprised that it...
By cis2554507
Ranked #366 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
September 13, 2010
Does this stove burn Gasoline/Petrol? I'm suprised that it seems every fuel is listed except for gas. I'd rather burn Gas than diesel at cold temps anyways, knowing about the diesel gel point. Anyone know about this?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By moroni
Ranked #2 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
September 13, 2010
Most descriptions take for granted the Nova burns gas however this stove burns white gas the best. Whenever burning unleaded gas, I've experienced an erratic flame due to additives including ethanol. Also the jet needs cleaning/maintenance more often. I've used unleaded gas only in emergency situations.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Phil Maher
Ranked #1 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
September 13, 2010
Yes, it burns regular unleaded gasoline. Number 2 diesel gels at about 10 degrees F, so gasoline, kerosene, or white gas are always going to be better performers for temps below that. Gasoline freezes at -43f, K-1 at -30f, white gas at -22f. Hope that helped.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- steel
- Dimensions:
- 3.5 x 2.5 x 5.5 in
- Fuel Type:
- white gas, jet fuel, diesel, kerosene, Optimus arctic fuel
- Burn Time:
- 2.5 hour
- Boil Time:
- 3.5 min
- Simmer:
- yes
- Auto Ignition:
- no
- Windscreen:
- yes
- Heat Reflector:
- no
- Parts Kit:
- yes
- Cleaning Tool:
- yes
- Stuff Sack:
- yes
- Weight:
- 15 oz
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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