DIY How To: Custom Paint a Ronson Jetlite

[jhedrick83]

So, is there anything special about the Ronson hinge that makes this easier? For example, I use this soft flame lighter when I can http://www.neptunecigar.com/pr/ameri...C=PriceGrabber do you think it would work the same or would the paint/clear coat jam up the hinges too much?

[Horseshoe]

Well swapping it out means choosing which one of my lighters I don't want! I do like this new design the best, so I probably will end up swapping it out. I've never removed the flame adjustment limiter, but I'll have to try that!

Or go to Walgreens and buy another one for $5. Just wait until I send you your new one. You will forget all about that Gorilla Warfare lighter

[muhren]

This is VERY cool.

I can't tell from the photos...do the bands appear "flat" or do they "stick out" when complete?

M

[bluenoser]

pretty cool idea. I like it

[Sticky B]

Well swapping it out means choosing which one of my lighters I don't want! I do like this new design the best, so I probably will end up swapping it out. I've never removed the flame adjustment limiter, but I'll have to try that!

Yeah, once the lighter is out of the case, remove the little gold thing around the flame adjustment on the bottom side. Use a small flathead screwdriver and just pry it up and pop it off. Now be careful how big you make that thing-and where you point it!

But seriously, it's nice because as you get low on fuel, you can keep adjusting and really empty that tank before refilling it

[04EDGE40]

This is VERY cool.

I can't tell from the photos...do the bands appear "flat" or do they "stick out" when complete?

M

Well they do stick out about as thick as the stock is. Some (the GW band) are thicker than others, but they aren't noticeably stuck on if that's what you're asking. Most people think I bought it made.

[04EDGE40]

Yeah, once the lighter is out of the case, remove the little gold thing around the flame adjustment on the bottom side. Use a small flathead screwdriver and just pry it up and pop it off. Now be careful how big you make that thing-and where you point it!

But seriously, it's nice because as you get low on fuel, you can keep adjusting and really empty that tank before refilling it

I just did this earlier after you said to do it and I can't believe I never noticed that before! I pulled it out and as long as I have it turned up the lighter actually works! When I turn it back down it just sputters and fails, but as long as it's cranked up a little bit it seems to have some life left. You're the man Sean!

[04EDGE40]

About time you post this! Which one you doing next? Lol. I keep eyeballing a certain band in my box. It has your name writen all over it when it is done.


A little hint: it may or may not have birds on it.

I just hope you aren't talking about a Fighting Cock band. Not because I don't want a Fighting Cock lighter, but more-so because that means you mostly likely tried a Fighting Cock.

[Mulley]

Great thread! I am not very good at this kind of stuff but I am going to give it a shot sometime this week!

[Horseshoe]

I just hope you aren't talking about a Fighting Cock band. Not because I don't want a Fighting Cock lighter, but more-so because that means you mostly likely tried a Fighting Cock.

I have a band, but for some reason there is no cigar. I forgot, I gave you the cigar a while ago. You know it is in your possession. Lol.