Which propane camping fire

[Robert Bills]

For accessories I would prefer fire glass over ceramic logs, also the option of a longer hose between propane tank and the Quikfire

Currently I am using lava rocks, which serve the purpose and are cheap, lightweight, and easily replaceable when they start to look bad. For transport, I dump the rocks into a cordura bag that fits inside the fire pan so the rocks don't get soot on everything, then dump the rocks back into the pan when its time for a fire.

I had an extension hose made up at my local propane supply so that I can leave my propane tank in its mount on my vehicle and have a fire a reasonable distance away.

I am currently looking for the appropriately sized ammo can to transport my Quikfire, lava rocks, extension propane hose I had made up, etc. My thought is that the ammo can will protect against damage, hold the Quikfire and all parts and accessories, and can be laid on its side and used as a "stand" to move the Quikfire farther from the ground.

 

[perkj]

I am currently looking for the appropriately sized ammo can to transport my Quikfire, lava rocks, extension propane hose I had made up, etc. My thought is that the ammo can will protect against damage, hold the Quikfire and all parts and accessories, and can be laid on its side and used as a "stand" to move the Quikfire farther from the ground.

Let us know if you find one to fit that Quikfire as I think this is a great idea

 

[cactusjk]

Mike mentioned that it gets real dirty. Anyone else use fire glass in their Quikfire?


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[Robert Bills]

Mike mentioned that it gets rear dirty. Anyone else use fire glass in their Quikfire?

"Rear?"

What is "it?"

 

[cactusjk]

"Rear?"

What is "it?"

Fixed it - real. Thanks


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[Robert Bills]

Still confused. To what does "it gets real dirty" refer? Fire glass?

 

[cactusjk]

Yes- Mike said that the glass beads get dirty and did not recommend them.


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[Robert Bills]

Thanks. I was considering fire glass, but had some concerns about soot. I bought some lava rock as an inexpensive temporary measure, but it may turn out to be what I continue to use.

 

[OverlandKyle]

my parents use fire glass in their propane fire pit in the backyard.... granted its a permanent fixture but the glass looks brand new and its been used quite often over the last three years. They have it in this oversized vase looking thing with a flame coming out around the perimeter

I would think that since the glass would have to be poured back into the bag every time its transported, it shouldn't be too difficult to hose them down every once in a while?

similar to this...

 

[cactusjk]

Mike did recommend lava rock. I do like the look of glass. Might need to try some out!


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[Honu]

I would think lava rock since its quite light compared to glass
and if it got kicked over way easier to pick back up

my little red can gets soot big time on the logs ?
also if you roast marshmallows ABOVE the flame yuck !!! have to do it to the side not so good so we often do them over our stove durring burn bans

 

[WeeJeep2]

For accessories I would prefer fire glass over ceramic logs, also the option of a longer hose between propane tank and the Quikfire

Currently I am using lava rocks, which serve the purpose and are cheap, lightweight, and easily replaceable when they start to look bad. For transport, I dump the rocks into a cordura bag that fits inside the fire pan so the rocks don't get soot on everything, then dump the rocks back into the pan when its time for a fire.

I had an extension hose made up at my local propane supply so that I can leave my propane tank in its mount on my vehicle and have a fire a reasonable distance away.

I am currently looking for the appropriately sized ammo can to transport my Quikfire, lava rocks, extension propane hose I had made up, etc. My thought is that the ammo can will protect against damage, hold the Quikfire and all parts and accessories, and can be laid on its side and used as a "stand" to move the Quikfire farther from the ground.

If you don't find one that fits, you can have one built that will fit. See my post with a solution here.http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/154999-Campfire-in-a-Box?highlight=Campfire+box

 

[Robert Bills]

I think that either a 20mm or 30mm ammo can would work. The closest military surplus store is 175 miles from me, so I'll have to put ammo cans on my list for the next shopping trip to the "big city" and test fit which one works best. I suspect it will be the 20mm can.

20mm - 8 3/8" w x 18 1/2" L x 14 1/2" h

30 mm - 9 1/2" w x 18 1/2" L x 14 1/2" h

 

[davis31052]

If you are looking for an inexpensive propane fire pit check your local target stores. I found an 18" diameter priced for $29.99 here. Box was sealed so it wasn't a return and I had to get the store manager to do a price adjustment since it was ringing up as full price of $89.00. Tag on shelf showed $29.99.

 

[WanderinWhitlows]

Thank you for the Quikfire recommendations. Had no idea that a North American manufacturer was even in the game. Ordered today.