Done with Xikar lighter

Big Maduro · 09-25-2012, 08:16 PM

I have an EX Natural flame lighter, that I loved when I first got it. Then it got to the point where it would only produce a very small flame. I sent it back to Xikar ( they do have great service) They sent me a new one. It is doing the samething right out of the box. I fill to instructions, purge,turn down flame adjuster,sit, refill till 5 count,let sit, turn up flame adjuster and ......tiny little flame. Frustrating.

09-25-2012, 08:17 PM

I used to spend the money on Colibri, Xikar, Viper.. But then I either lost or broke everyone of them. Now, its the cheapies..

kelmac07 · 09-25-2012, 08:21 PM

Mike...are you using Xikar butane? My wife had the same problem with a Xikar...sent it back, replaced with a new one and started using their butane and it hasn't skipped a beat.

I prefer to use Vector...but it doesn't seem to work in hers.

Big Maduro · 09-25-2012, 08:28 PM

Yeah, I have 4 cans of Xikar fuel. I wish I'd tried a different model lighter of theirs.

kelmac07 · 09-25-2012, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Maduro

Yeah, I have 4 cans of Xikar fuel. I wish I'd tried a different model lighter of theirs.

The Xikar Tech is very reasonably priced ($24.99) and has a large fuel tank... been using mine for about 8 months now.

09-25-2012, 08:33 PM

I run regular ronson in my xikar inpress... no problems here...

Big Maduro · 09-25-2012, 08:34 PM

Yeah, I got a good deal from Amazon.

Ogre · 09-25-2012, 09:05 PM

Sorry to hear about this problem. I have 3 Xikars and have had no issues at all.

Big Maduro · 09-25-2012, 09:09 PM

I know they have quality products. I think there may have been a manufacturing flaw within a run of this model. Then again maybe I suck.

09-26-2012, 01:22 AM

You know you're not supposed to chew on them, right?

09-26-2012, 07:54 AM

If you aren't happy with a model of lighter, XIKAR will switch it out for you if it's in the same price range. If I was you, I'd pick out a new model at www.xikar.com then send your lighter into them with your request of a new model. Also, if you've done multiple returns with them, they sometimes send you a prepaid mailing label to send it in at no cost. Just email info@xikar.com and tell them your situation.

irratebass · 09-26-2012, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

The Xikar Tech is very reasonably priced ($24.99) and has a large fuel tank... been using mine for about 8 months now.

They have a dual and triple flame coming out this year too.....I like the look of the Tech, right now I really love my Escalade.

Sorry you are having issues, I say maybe try a different model like Mac suggested.

Zane · 09-26-2012, 08:12 AM

I have the same exact lighter that is doing the same exact thing. I stopped using it and use my Xikar impress instead.

09-26-2012, 08:24 AM

I find the King fuel works wonders in my Xikar lighters. I have noticed that Xikar fuel gauges on the bottom can constrict the flame level. No matter how high you turn them up, still a small flame.

If the fuel guage has a screw on it, unscrew it. The little disc should come off. Then you can see the metal fuel guage. Try adjusting that. It may help. I had this problem with my Xikar Tech lighter.

The stylish knob that use on the fuel gauge can inhibit the fuel to be turned up all the way.

09-26-2012, 08:26 AM

I'm referring to the adjustment wheel.

The wheel on the bottom can be removed. Take it off and try to adjust the fuel nob that way.

I know it sounds odd, but it is worth a try.

Zane · 09-26-2012, 08:31 AM

I will give it a shot.

Catfish · 09-26-2012, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Justinphilly

I used to spend the money on Colibri, Xikar, Viper.. But then I either lost or broke everyone of them. Now, its the cheapies..

Ronson Jetlite FTW.

Zane · 09-26-2012, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Catfish

Ronson Jetlite FTW.

I have like 4 Ronson Jetlites laying around as well. I just wanted the natural flame but its not working out!

Big Maduro · 09-26-2012, 09:45 AM

Kickerb, I just tried your suggestion. I took the regulating knob off,adjusted the adjuster inside,then put the knob back on. It worked.

09-26-2012, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Maduro

Kickerb, I just tried your suggestion. I took the regulating knob off,adjusted the adjuster inside,then put the knob back on. It worked.

glad it worked!!!!! Enjoy your lighter the way it was supposed to be enjoyed!

09-25-2012, 08:16 PM	#1
Big Maduro Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 479 Trading: (14)	Done with Xikar lighter I have an EX Natural flame lighter, that I loved when I first got it. Then it got to the point where it would only produce a very small flame. I sent it back to Xikar ( they do have great service) They sent me a new one. It is doing the samething right out of the box. I fill to instructions, purge,turn down flame adjuster,sit, refill till 5 count,let sit, turn up flame adjuster and ......tiny little flame. Frustrating.

09-25-2012, 08:17 PM	#2
Justinphilly Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I used to spend the money on Colibri, Xikar, Viper.. But then I either lost or broke everyone of them. Now, its the cheapies..

09-25-2012, 08:21 PM	#3
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter Mike...are you using Xikar butane? My wife had the same problem with a Xikar...sent it back, replaced with a new one and started using their butane and it hasn't skipped a beat. I prefer to use Vector...but it doesn't seem to work in hers. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

09-25-2012, 08:28 PM	#4
Big Maduro Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 479 Trading: (14)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter Yeah, I have 4 cans of Xikar fuel. I wish I'd tried a different model lighter of theirs.

09-25-2012, 08:33 PM	#6
Robulous78 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I run regular ronson in my xikar inpress... no problems here...

09-25-2012, 08:34 PM	#7
Big Maduro Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 479 Trading: (14)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter Yeah, I got a good deal from Amazon.

09-25-2012, 09:05 PM	#8
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter Sorry to hear about this problem. I have 3 Xikars and have had no issues at all. __________________

09-25-2012, 09:09 PM	#9
Big Maduro Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 479 Trading: (14)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I know they have quality products. I think there may have been a manufacturing flaw within a run of this model. Then again maybe I suck.

09-26-2012, 01:22 AM	#10
Justinphilly Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Done with Xikar lighter You know you're not supposed to chew on them, right?

09-26-2012, 07:54 AM	#11
stogies4lyfe Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Done with Xikar lighter If you aren't happy with a model of lighter, XIKAR will switch it out for you if it's in the same price range. If I was you, I'd pick out a new model at www.xikar.com then send your lighter into them with your request of a new model. Also, if you've done multiple returns with them, they sometimes send you a prepaid mailing label to send it in at no cost. Just email info@xikar.com and tell them your situation.

09-26-2012, 08:12 AM	#13
Zane Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: Zane Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 1,508 Trading: (23)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I have the same exact lighter that is doing the same exact thing. I stopped using it and use my Xikar impress instead.

09-26-2012, 08:24 AM	#14
kickerb Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I find the King fuel works wonders in my Xikar lighters. I have noticed that Xikar fuel gauges on the bottom can constrict the flame level. No matter how high you turn them up, still a small flame. If the fuel guage has a screw on it, unscrew it. The little disc should come off. Then you can see the metal fuel guage. Try adjusting that. It may help. I had this problem with my Xikar Tech lighter. The stylish knob that use on the fuel gauge can inhibit the fuel to be turned up all the way.

09-26-2012, 08:26 AM	#15
kickerb Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I'm referring to the adjustment wheel. The wheel on the bottom can be removed. Take it off and try to adjust the fuel nob that way. I know it sounds odd, but it is worth a try.

09-26-2012, 08:31 AM	#16
Zane Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: Zane Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 1,508 Trading: (23)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter I will give it a shot.

09-26-2012, 09:45 AM	#19
Big Maduro Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 479 Trading: (14)	Re: Done with Xikar lighter Kickerb, I just tried your suggestion. I took the regulating knob off,adjusted the adjuster inside,then put the knob back on. It worked. Last edited by Big Maduro; 09-26-2012 at 09:50 AM.