Coleman 424 Stove Won't light after replacing fuel generator - Fixed

Client said: "Could you help with a Coleman stove? Having issues getting it to light but have replaced the ignition tube twice. Still no success"
Spoiler: Needle valve was cross threaded and not screwed all the way in. Even when in open position, valve did not allow fuel to flow. Gas leaked under pressure. Replaced new valve with old valve (cleaned up) which allowed tube to be tightened, stopping leak and allowing fuel to flow.

[@jerryuhte1284]

To light the stove first turn the lever UP ! After the burner is light for a while then turn it DOWN ! This lets the fuel come from the bottom of the tank !

[@Trashcyon]

I was gifted one of these and used it once now it wont light. I used some fuel we had in a generator so maybe its just dirty?

[@twincitiesfixit]

That generator is just a loooong needle valve. If any rust particles or anything else gets in there, it will plug. The fuel itself isn't like car gas (no ethanol or other additives) so it lasts much longer. I was able to solve my problem by making sure that long passageway was clear and the needle valve was in good shape.

[@mafosa9563]

does that long spring come out of the tube?

[@twincitiesfixit]

As I recall, it was supposed to. Mine was corroded and stuck, likely from moisture.