Submitted by SolidDecent2259 t3_10z7g6o in RhodeIsland
Does anyone know a place that could help fix my zippo lighter in RI ?
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[deleted] t1_j81yexn wrote
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SolidDecent2259 OP t1_j8244qu wrote
I believe it is over filled it is brand new never used and won’t light
This_Valuable6503 t1_j825nx2 wrote
If it's overfilled just leave the top open and let the fluid evaporate. Are you getting a spark?
PigpenMcKernan t1_j8271r9 wrote
If it’s overfilled, leave it open overnight. Then try again in the morning with less fill. You may also look into replacing the flint or extending/replacing the wick.
If there is some other issue causing it not to light, zippo will fix the lighter but you will have to reach out to them.
Source: I carry a zippo brass armor pipe lighter with me every day.
vodkanipples t1_j828r2s wrote
I agree with the other comments if it's over filled let it letting sit open or out of the case for a day or two would let some fluid evaporate. I'd also ask did you use proper lighter fluid?
Westreacher t1_j82a97y wrote
It’s virtually the simplest, best old-school design that exists in order to create a flame. Spend a few minutes on YouTube looking at Zippo videos and you’ll see how easy they are to fix and maintain. My 17-year-old just resurrected an ancient (40 years old) Zippo of mine that was originally purchased in Vietnam, and it…just works.
Badger_Mandrthal t1_j843hh3 wrote
Usually if a Zippo is overfilled it'll light and burn off everything. Is it filled enough? Is the wick at the correct length? Is the flint in place? Does it spark?
SolidDecent2259 OP t1_j89efcz wrote
The wick and flint seem to be ok I have been watching YouTube videos now for a bit and nothing seems to helping . Idk what to do it just won’t light for me
PigpenMcKernan t1_j89vxb1 wrote
Send it to zippo then.
vodkanipples t1_j81w3tt wrote
What is wrong with it? I know a little bit about zippos. Not an expert but will help if I can.