gary7
Well-Known Member
What do you use for inserting ignitors into your long high power motors and where do you get them?
I have searched for 3mm long bamboo, 1/8 inch dowels etc.
I have searched for 3mm long bamboo, 1/8 inch dowels etc.
weed stalks work good too , and low density
john
That explains why I've not (yet) experienced the issue.When you are dong a larger 54mm motor or a 75mm & 98mm, you need something to keep the igniter properly positioned for ignition. In 75 & 98, the igniter lead is not strong enough to support the head 3+ feet up the nozzle. Plus the bore of the grains and the large nozzle opening just allows the igniter to fall out. So we frequently tape it to a thin dowel or bamboo stick to make the leads a bit more rigid.
What I do on my long motors to keep the igniter where I want it is this. Take the end of your igniter leads and gently chuck them up in a cordless drill. I keep a cheap 7.2 volt rechargeable unit in my range box. Then hold the igniter about a inch below the head , and slowly spin the drill. The wires will slowly coil up and go stiff. A 36 inch long igniter will stand vertical on its own.
weed stalks work good too , and low density
john
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