Thank you for an easy-to-follow tutorial. I haven't started my old Coleman lantern in eons. With an ice-storm threatening to snap every branch overhanging power lines this weekend, your video comes in a timely fashion.
i have lanterns from the mid-40s and I've never had to replace the pump leather. just flip it inside-out to stretch it and soak it in oil for a few hours. That has never not worked for me.
As a collector, I would never switch the leather cup with neoprene. Neoprene is unreliable in cold weather. Just get replacement leather cup, soak in neetsfoot oil and install like the video says..
Quick question, when my pump is in locked position i can still pull the valve out. Do i need a new assembly or can i moistin the leather with oil? Thanks
Great instructions, however those tanks are filled with gasoline (or a non-detergent fuel of similar volatility). You really should tell people to either do this outdoors, or make sure the lantern is thoroughly drained and odor free first. You don't want gas fumes in an enclosed area.
Thank you Mark for taking the time to show that step by step. That was very clear and helpful.
Thank you for an easy-to-follow tutorial. I haven't started my old Coleman lantern in eons. With an ice-storm threatening to snap every branch overhanging power lines this weekend, your video comes in a timely fashion.
i have lanterns from the mid-40s and I've never had to replace the pump leather. just flip it inside-out to stretch it and soak it in oil for a few hours. That has never not worked for me.
Rubber or leather can be replaced with the better leather pump cup. It is much cheaper and much better.
Thank You ! I Will order a part on your site !!!
JP from Montreal (Québec Canada)
You have got good information in this video.
Thanks but can you use other types of oil like cooking oil?
As a collector, I would never switch the leather cup with neoprene. Neoprene is unreliable in cold weather. Just get replacement leather cup, soak in neetsfoot oil and install like the video says..
hey really enjoyed this mate, thanku
i have my mother caleman lamp here that id like to preserve aye
Excellent video, thanks!!
Quick question, when my pump is in locked position i can still pull the valve out. Do i need a new assembly or can i moistin the leather with oil? Thanks
Hi, I would think that oiling it would fix it for a while. A new kit would be the way to go.
great video thank u
Thanks!
Great instructions, however those tanks are filled with gasoline (or a non-detergent fuel of similar volatility). You really should tell people to either do this outdoors, or make sure the lantern is thoroughly drained and odor free first. You don't want gas fumes in an enclosed area.
I thought I saw replacement pumps at my local Canadian Tire with leather plungers. maybe my eyes are just tricking me...