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QuestionWhat is the legal status of these improvised flamethrowers?Community AnswerFlamethrowers are legal in most of the US, they only have some regulations in like California. Be sensible, as throwing them at people, animals or dry vegetation is not legal and you'll get into major trouble if injuring anyone or harming the environment and causing property loss.
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QuestionHow do I prevent the flame from reaching the fuel reservoir?Community AnswerFire it in shorter bursts, if it is crawling up the stream, stop firing for a moment.
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QuestionIs it okay to use gasoline to make a flamethrower?Community AnswerIf you can atomize the fuel (make a fine mist), then kerosene or diesel would be better. Gasoline is more flammable and more apt to climb back into the fuel tank.
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QuestionIs there a way to get the "medium burn" to come out in a stream?Community AnswerYes, use something like Hot Shot or any wasp/hornet spray. It will make a huge 10-15 ft flame.
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QuestionIf the fuel supply is slowed down, can't the flame reach the fuel chamber and cause an explosion?Community AnswerNo. You need a fine mix of fuel and oxygen to keep the flame, and have some way to remove the carbon dioxide. In most cases, the nozzle has such a small diameter that the flame will extinguish itself because of the carbon dioxide.
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QuestionAre flame throwers legal to use on private land if I am not harming others or the environment?Community AnswerYes, they are.
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QuestionI've heard that hairspray has a greater risk of causing an explosion or injury. What is something safer to use?Community AnswerBody spray is a good one to use. Just make sure to blow it out when you are done, or it might explode.
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QuestionAre the fumes poisonous?Community AnswerThe fumes may not be poisonous, but they can be dangerous to your health if inhaled.
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QuestionAre flamethrowers legal in Texas?Community AnswerIt is legal to own a flamethrower in Texas and many other states.
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QuestionCould I repaint the water gun so it looks less cartoony?Community AnswerYou could, but keep in mind that kids have actually been killed by police who mistook toy guns for the real thing, so you'd need to be very careful about where you played with it.
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QuestionIs it legal to make a flamethrower in South Africa?Community AnswerIt depends who you are and what you do with it. If you plan to use it for controlled fires for burning trash, it should be fine. Just be careful.
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QuestionWhat do I do if my hairspray just blew out the candle even when I tried bursts?The PyroCommunity AnswerIt is probably because your hairspray bursts too powerfully. Try using weaker flow, or you could get another can.
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QuestionCan I use a flamethrower in public for entertainment?Community AnswerNo, you cannot.
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QuestionHow do I find out if it is legal to build and own flamethrowers in my state?Community AnswerThe only state that flamethrowers are illegal in is California. You can also Google "laws concerning flamethrowers" for more detailed information.
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QuestionCan I use rubbing alcohol or ethyl alcohol in the water gun instead of lighter fluid?Community AnswerIf you want to use alcohol, it needs to be 100 percent alcohol, in liquid form.
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QuestionWhat age restrictions does the flame gun have?Community AnswerIt generally should be for adults or for older children with adult supervision.
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QuestionHow far will the flame from a Super Soaker flamethrower shoot?Community AnswerIt should shoot at least 5 meters.
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QuestionIs hairspray prone to explosion? If so, how can I avoid it?Community AnswerTry increasing the distance between the spray and the candle, or reduce the strength of the spray, or even add a handle to the flamethrower.
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QuestionHow does the maximum stream work? Most flammable liquids only burn when atomized, and water guns usually shoot in a stream.Community AnswerWhen the fuel touches fire, it burns, no matter what shape or power the fuel is.
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QuestionWhat keeps the water gun from exploding in my face?Community AnswerThe fact that the tank is pressurized keeps the fluid going out, and at first the accelerate is moving too fast for the flame to follow it. By the time it tapers out, you will have pumped it again. Also, the small nozzle prevents oxygen from entering because even a slow flow of accelerate leaving will create an almost airtight seal. If it does travel back after you pumped it, then it will not be full of pressure and might burst into flames or melt, but nothing like a large-scale explosion. The ratio of the back travel and the heat from the fire remains constant, so as long as you cool it after use, you will be fine.
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QuestionWhat type of water gun is best for the optimum results?Community AnswerThe best water guns are the ones that hold more fuel, can shoot fast, and can be cleaned easily.
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