For heat in between propane and oxygen acetylene I like a plumber's "air acetylene" torch with a B sized tank. I originally bought two sets new and now pick them up at flea markets and junk shops for less cost than the gas in the tank.. I keep saying I don't need any more and then can't pass up another tank or setup dirt cheap. I initially had 2 tanks filled but that was 12 or 14 years ago, they last a long time. Several I have are Prestolite but my favorite is an all brass/bronze nickle plated Smiths torch. Just need to find a variety of tip sizes for it, or order them new.

For more portable try an MC size tank, same torch kit.


1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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