[Jewelry making - Article 00357] - Re: [Orchid] Little Torch vs. Meco Midget

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    I have both a Little Torch and a Meco Midget. I bought the Meco four
    or five years ago. I find I still use the Smith at least 90% of the
    time. I have two complaints about the Meco and hopefully someone can
    tell me what to do about them. The hoses which came with the torch
    are stiff and heavy and make maneuvering the torch really awkward. I
    notice there are so called "ultra light" hoses available but only for
    use with oxy/acetelyne. Since I prefer propane that won't work for
    me. Does anyone know of a source for lightweight flexible hoses I can
    use with propane? Although I know some people do, I'd rather not use
    the clear plastic hoses available at most hardware stores. 

    Also, the torch has valve creep.It has had it since the first time I
    used the torch. I set the flame the way I want it, get it in
    position to do the job and the flame has changed and has to be
    readjusted. I'm not talking about the initial change brought about by
    enlargemant of the orifice when it initially heats up but later when
    it's been burning for a while. Any ideas? 

Jerry in Kodiak
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