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Posted: 6/16/2024 7:52:16 PM EDT
 Is it Worth It?? HARBOR FREIGHT Propane Torch SKU 91037 I just got one recently and am now wondering why the hell didn't I get one sooner. I am really, REALLY enjoying using it right now to blowtorch the shit out of cockroaches and mosquitos that keep swarming on me. Get one already if you haven't yet! |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 7:57:27 PM EDT
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I am really surprised you are allowed to own one of these in CA.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 7:59:40 PM EDT
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Truth.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:00:08 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:01:05 PM EDT
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Where the hell are you that you are being swarmed by cockroaches?
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:06:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Where the hell are you that you are being swarmed by cockroaches? California. Keep up. 
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:17:57 PM EDT
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I bought a similar but more expensive brand name equivalent 5 years ago. It was cool for lighting a burn pile or similar, but that was about it. I don't think I've even seen it in years.
I tried melting ice in my driveway once, and that was a giant waste of time and propane. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:20:17 PM EDT
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I weed with it.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:22:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I weed with it.   |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:26:24 PM EDT
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Had one that exploded after 10 years of hard use at the ranch. Bought a new one the next week to replace it.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:39:52 PM EDT
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A couple of years ago, I 'found' a ground Yellow Jacket nest while mowing the grass. Luckily I was on the riding mower and they only got me once. Later that day I watch the yard until I spotted the Yellow jackets going to and from the nest. I tossed a couple of sticks around the nest to mark the spot. At dusk, me and Mr. Weed Torch came a knocking. I knew I had them when flame came out the second exit from the nest.
The torch is a pain to use on weeds, somewhat handy for getting brush piles burning, and worth every penny bringing fire and brimstone to the devil Yellow Jackets. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:40:14 PM EDT
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I have one of those and they are great for killing off large tracts of weeds, you don't have to light everything on fire, just make the leaves crinkle up and the entire weed dies within a day. I mounted my propane to a dolly and it is easy to move around.
I just picked up one of these small $20 torches from Amazon, these are great for torching a weed here or there, lighting a BBQ, or crisping up the top of a creme brulee. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKRXGMNS  |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:43:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A couple of years ago, I 'found' a ground Yellow Jacket nest while mowing the grass. Luckily I was on the riding mower and they only got me once. Later that day I watch the yard until I spotted the Yellow jackets going to and from the nest. I tossed a couple of sticks around the nest to mark the spot. At dusk, me and Mr. Weed Torch came a knocking. I knew I had them when flame came out the second exit from the nest. The torch is a pain to use on weeds, somewhat handy for getting brush piles burning, and worth every penny bringing fire and brimstone to the devil Yellow Jackets.  Remember when you stung me? I remember too |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:46:51 PM EDT
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After you skin your deer
All the little hairs that find themselves on the carcass can EASILY be burned off (without damaging your meat) with this tool. Leaving your processed deer meat free from hair |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:48:09 PM EDT
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What kind of mounting solution does the HF torch have? Picatinny rail or M-lok?
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Posted: 6/16/2024 8:58:17 PM EDT
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You can start your charcoal grill in under a minute. Coals in two.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:08:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I am really surprised you are allowed to own one of these in CA. At least we can still hunt hogs. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:08:47 PM EDT
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It's all fun and games until you light 4 acres of land on fire and get a misdemeanor.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:12:57 PM EDT
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Yes, yes it is!!
It has thrust too! I use one for searing after sous vide and burning weeds. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:15:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It's all fun and games until you light 4 acres of land on fire and get a misdemeanor. I really miss playing with fire but this isn’t Alaska and it’s bad here in regards to wild fires. It was a hard adjustment for me. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:18:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You can start your charcoal grill in under a minute. Coals in two. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:19:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It's all fun and games until you light 4 acres of land on fire and get a misdemeanor. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:23:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: At least we can still hunt hogs. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I am really surprised you are allowed to own one of these in CA. At least we can still hunt hogs.  |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:36:28 PM EDT
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It ain't no Tiger Torch but it will do in a pinch before it rusts out.
Cast iron is where it's at for torches that size. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 9:40:30 PM EDT
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Used mine just yesterday to burn some weeds in the gravel drive
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Posted: 6/16/2024 10:27:30 PM EDT
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I think if I had to list a tool that was a huge letdown, this would be it. I had high hopes of burning off weeds, melting ice, defending the castle. It did none of the above. I just saw it in the back of one of the sheds. Even when it might actually be useful, I can't be bothered to try. I was not impressed.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 10:30:54 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/16/2024 10:54:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: At least we can still hunt hogs. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I am really surprised you are allowed to own one of these in CA. At least we can still hunt hogs. 
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Posted: 6/16/2024 10:59:35 PM EDT
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It makes starting a bonfire a lot easier and safer, especially if an accelerant has been used.
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Posted: 6/16/2024 11:47:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What kind of mounting solution does the HF torch have? Picatinny rail or M-lok? I love Arfcom. Nobody else would even think of putting the propane torch on a rifle. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:43:40 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It's all fun and games until you light 4 acres of land on fire and get a misdemeanor. 4 acres? Lol Those are rookie numbers. I was cutting a chain with an angle grinder on our range last August. Not a single bush within 20 feet. Next thing I knew, one little bush, then another. Shovel couldn't keep up. I called the local FD and about 5 neighboring agencies showed up. Only burned about 50 acres of approx 150. I already had a fire line cut with the tractor around some of it before the first crews showed up. It was a little exciting for a bit. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:47:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I bought a similar but more expensive brand name equivalent 5 years ago. It was cool for lighting a burn pile or similar, but that was about it. I don't think I've even seen it in years. I tried melting ice in my driveway once, and that was a giant waste of time and propane. I like to bbq with wood. Skip the charcoal lighter fluid, give it about 5 mins of one of these bad boys, it saves you about 20-30 mins. And with a smoker, you don't have to worry about the lighter fluid tainting your pit. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:48:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You can start your charcoal grill in under a minute. Coals in two. Yup. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 1:42:46 AM EDT
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Quoted:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMiVmsISBzEI just got one recently and am now wondering why the hell didn't I get one sooner. I am really, REALLY enjoying using it right now to blowtorch the shit out of cockroaches and mosquitos that keep swarming on me. Get one already if you haven't yet! Im not watching the video, but are you talking about the weed burner? |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 3:41:35 AM EDT
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Mine bit the dust first time I used it. It melted the ignition device.
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Posted: 6/17/2024 7:55:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Where the hell are you that you are being swarmed by cockroaches? Vault 31 |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 8:03:30 AM EDT
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I’ve used one to get lump charcoal lit quick and easy without using liquid fuels that can leave a taste on the food you are cooking.
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Posted: 6/17/2024 8:06:48 AM EDT
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Its great for home makeovers!
 It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia - Extreme Home Makeover |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 8:24:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: At least we can still hunt hogs. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I am really surprised you are allowed to own one of these in CA. At least we can still hunt hogs.  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 8:28:25 AM EDT
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Why the harbor freight one?
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Posted: 6/17/2024 9:48:30 AM EDT
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I have a similar one. It's easily the best thing for starting charcoal.
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Posted: 6/17/2024 9:55:03 AM EDT
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Awesome for killing cactus, my main use is incinerating those patches of grass burrs that pop up every spring. Buy a 20' extension hose off of Amazon so you don't need to lug the tank around so much.
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Posted: 6/17/2024 11:13:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have one of those and they are great for killing off large tracts of weeds, you don't have to light everything on fire, just make the leaves crinkle up and the entire weed dies within a day. I mounted my propane to a dolly and it is easy to move around. I just picked up one of these small $20 torches from Amazon, these are great for torching a weed here or there, lighting a BBQ, or crisping up the top of a creme brulee. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKRXGMNS https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lrc-wA+WL._AC_SL1500_.jpg I just use a Mapp/Propane Torch for small jobs. I also have the Harbor Freight torch as well. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 11:18:55 AM EDT
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Posted: 6/17/2024 11:32:17 AM EDT
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Posted: 6/17/2024 11:34:30 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've used one to get lump charcoal lit quick and easy without using liquid fuels that can leave a taste on the food you are cooking. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:15:12 PM EDT
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I've had mine for 20 years and I love it.
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:23:52 PM EDT
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It's literally one of the most worthless things that I've spent money on. Really. The cost of usage is so high you can't economically do anything with it cheaper than what I'm already doing.
For instance; weed killing is painfully slow and it takes minutes to burn through a propane cylinder...round up is so much better. Another use; starting fires. Starting fires doesn't get any easier than pooring a small amount of diesel and oil mix only a pile of delivery boxes. Then place a soaked rag on a stick, and light it, use it to spread fire. A propane torch is way worse. In short, a propane torch is a cool and expensive toy, but does nothing very well. |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:25:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a similar one. It's easily the best thing for starting charcoal.  A hot rod in a charcoal chimney is 50x better than a propane torch. How do you guys not know this shit? |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 12:46:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A hot rod in a charcoal chimney is 50x better than a propane torch. How do you guys not know this shit? My charcoal chimney works great on that amount of charcoal. My pear burner works great on a fire box full of split oak or mesquite. Do you ever cook with anything other than charcoal? |
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Posted: 6/17/2024 1:06:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have one of those and they are great for killing off large tracts of weeds, you don't have to light everything on fire, just make the leaves crinkle up and the entire weed dies within a day. I mounted my propane to a dolly and it is easy to move around. I just picked up one of these small $20 torches from Amazon, these are great for torching a weed here or there, lighting a BBQ, or crisping up the top of a creme brulee. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKRXGMNS https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lrc-wA+WL._AC_SL1500_.jpg I want this with a built in igniter |
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