Replacing The Wick In A Oil Lamp

Replacing The Wick In A Oil Lamp

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

My dad grew up on a farm that didn't have electricity until after WW2. We used them extensively growing up in the 50's and 60's. He always told me to trim the wick by cutting it along the contour of the burner dome. that way it burns evenly. I still do it that way.

[@Bob808Knight]

Your dad is a very wise man ..Thanks for your comment I really do appreciate it. ..

[@tomcatt998]

And just a smidge off each corner, just the way i do it

[@jleavy3635]

Great tutorial! Exactly what I wanted to know about changing wicks. I have a glass oil lamp that was my father’s and after a little tlc we are back in business. Take care.

[@rainbowhiker]

I watched this a few weeks back and commented on it but I must have done it on my smart phone or Lindle, as it didn't come through, as often happens. This is a real good thing to know. You never know how dependent you are on lights until they go out.

[@charmedbycharlie]

Thankyou Bob, very helpful.

[@mstanley97]

Thank you!! Prepping for the winter now. I have 2 oil lamps I've never ever used, but I'm gonna replace the wicks and got some lamp oil from Walmart. Appreciate the education!! I got LED lights but wanna have a versatile source of light.

[@richfreyabailey]

I shaped the wick like you said and it made all the difference with more light and less smoke. Thanks from the UK.

[@sarahweston3065]

Very helpful this morning in Montana, as heavy snow on limbs caused a power outage. Thank you!

[@Bob808Knight]

I'm glad my video could help you out. Thank you so much for your comment

[@nomiharper]

Thank you so much for helping me with learning wick trimming. 🙏

[@laurafine4590]

Dude - I know this seems easy to you but you made it easy for me. Thanks!!!!

[@Bob808Knight]

I'm glad my video could help you out with your project. Thank you so much for your comment and have an awesome evening.

[@aprairiemorning]

What can I do when the wick will not go through the slot?... it keeps getting stuck.

[@brendafolsom694]

Thank you for posting this video, I had no idea how to add a wick, until now.

[@Bob808Knight]

No problem Brenda.I'm glad my video could help you out.. thank you for your comment.

[@larrypetreemusic]

This was good, I just bought some wicks today.

[@rowanmckinney]

Thanks for showing some of your collection!

[@Bob808Knight]

No problem. I need to do an update video as I have collected more oil lamps. Yes I think I have a problem. LOL I'm glad you enjoyed the video thank you so much for your comment

[@RedLink27]

THANK YOU! You could call me an idiot when it comes to this stuff... But this will really help me!

[@tanny1974]

Thank you so much , This was a massive help . You really made the difference xxxx

[@Bob808Knight]

the best way I found to put out the flame is put your hand on the back of the Globe and blowing it. it also helps to lower the flame down a bit before you do that. I suggest you should picking 1 up the really cool lamps.

[@missmamtube]

Thank you so much for sharing with us all:) Blessings !

[@LynchLovesFreedom]

Thank you Sir! God Bless!

[@karlo8093]

Got several lamps around the house for emergency purposes. Trim all mine that way too. Love the old train yard lant3ern! that's pretty cool

[@Bob808Knight]

I agree. Thank you so much for your comment and have an awesome day

[@JasonFerguson1283]

Nice lamp!

[@margoyoder5657]

...thank you so much for this valuable information!!

[@Bob808Knight]

No problem I'm glad my video could help you out. As always thank you so much for your comment

[@dragonflyz1125]

I have the same Rail Road lamp...GG Uncle who worked the RR ..my most fav also.

[@Bob808Knight]

hey brother hello from the US. we use a lamp oil which is basically hybred of kerosene. I'm not sure how they process it but it burns extremely efficient. it even comes in different sense. go figure huh. I know when I've burnt kerosene in them it always put off black smoke. thanks for watching brother have a good day.

[@Bob808Knight]

hank you I'm glad this information help you out

[@linakhamis5974]

Interesting especially,for the younger generation,although technology is at the top!!!

[@leoisforevercool]

How do you turn off the fire on these old lamps? I'm thinking of getting one myself. :)

[@michaelhelle7469]

Good tip with the 45 degree corners. First I've heard this and have been burning lamps for decades. 😅 I like the railroad lamp. I have a big nautical lamp that is my prize possession

[@Bob808Knight]

Thanks Michael I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@Oinkoinkmurderorsmth]

As a writer, this was very helpful!

[@Bob808Knight]

I'm glad my video could help you out thank you so much for your comment...

[@Bob808Knight]

thanks that's my favorite lantern.

[@Bob808Knight]

no problem brother. honestly I've never tried cooking oil or diesel fuel. the only thing different from diesel fuel and kerosene is they put an additive in there for lubricant. theoretically they both will burn. I would probably use the cooking oil first. it will burn much cleaner. I know from personal experience diesel fuel puts out a lot of black smoke. smells like crap too. is there anyway you can import lamp oil?

[@beftefur1]

Hi Bob, the question I have is, do you want to trim the wick each time before you light it or just initially?

[@mushudamaschin2608]

I guess you can light it up and see if the flame looks ok first, then turn it of and trim the wick if the flame doesn't have the right shape anymore.

[@heidinewsom4694]

I'm having trouble doing my Wick that away it's like whatever supposed to grip the wick is not doing it I'll keep turning the knob and it ain't coming up what can I do

[@Bob808Knight]

don't worry I've had the same problem.. Ill upload a video shortly that may help you outn.

[@susiehernandez6652]

I should have watched this first. I thought if I placed more wick in the oil, I wouldn't have to change it as often. My wick came in a roll so I didn't know. Now, I've saturated most the wick in the oil. Do I need to pull it out or leave it? If I pull it out, is the wick ruined because there's no dry side? I think I messed up. Just wondering how to fix my mess. Thanks for any help.

[@Bob808Knight]

Usually once I put the wick in the lamp I never take it out. So to answer your question I just leave it in. Hope this helps you out. If you have any more questions please feel free to ask.

[@Bob808Knight]

that's okay John once again technology. what are you gonna do. where I live the power goes out quite often. so I have an oil lamp in every room. backup batteries for the computer in server. and a generatorlol

[@barbarabwilson5610]

How do you know what width wick to choose?

[@Bob808Knight]

Barbara B Wilson first off I'm sorry it took me so long to get back to you. I'm sure by now you found one. Unfortunately they only make only 1 size now that you can find around town....so you might have to do a little cutting get it to fit..if that don't work you might have to special order one from the web..I really hope this information helps you out..If you have any more questions feel free.

[@janicepell2947]

hello Bob, I found your site and very informative but I still don't know how to change the wick in the second lamp you showed us. I have 3 of them that need new wicks. I just don't know how to take it apart. I will continue searching. Thanks

[@Bob808Knight]

janice pell I'm sorry I couldn't help you out. I'm sure you've already done this but I will mention it anyway...have you tried calling the manufacturer ?

[@sunsettiger7639]

How long can oil lamps be on for?

[@Bob808Knight]

Good question. It really depends on how much the fuel the lamp will hold. I've had mine burn 20 hours before had to refill it. Just don't let it go dry it will miss the Wick up.. so basically you have to light it and check it throughout the day and keep track of how long it will burn.

[@Bob808Knight]

your welcome

[@Bob808Knight]

Mmmmmm it sounds like cooking oil will work emergency situation. even though it destroyed the lamp wick

[@Mixwell1983]

Tryin to put a new wick in mine is like me fumbling around with my gfs naughty bits in the dark.. I wish they put some hair around the wick opening.. For real i split a used wick for a smaller lantern and cant get it to feed through all the way before it gets chewed up

[@rippedtopshelf6806]

Why not trim the wick before putting it in the lantern?

[@Bob808Knight]

You absolutely could do it that way..