Broken Tilley Storm Lamp Restoration
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- Опубліковано 2 сер 2018
- I'm currently working on the biggest project I've attempted so far, and thought I should do a quick project to keep the videos coming.
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Quartz Lacquer - goo.gl/8PTVKM
Base Coat Paint - goo.gl/mWhufG
Rust Remover - goo.gl/13gopW
Moldex Full Face Mask - goo.gl/NNYGrv
FGL 5 Spray gun - goo.gl/Acg5rd
A.N.I. R150-T Mini Spray gun - goo.gl/cHTJS2
Colad Washable Overalls - goo.gl/3Css9E
Colad Mixing Cups - goo.gl/8DYmE8
Colad TurboMix Sticks - goo.gl/cYZfks
Colad Synthetic Paint Strainers - goo.gl/H79ZgL
Steel wire bits - geni.us/keyaD
Rotary Tool - geni.us/HGed
Concentrate Degreaser - geni.us/yUn9
Mannesmann Socket Set - geni.us/HCDZ
This Tilley storm lamp was used in the second world war as a ship navigation light. It had a thick layer of dirt and corrosion on the surface and rust in most other places.
Firstly I noticed the pump was useless. The gasket needed replacing. I ordered a Tilley lamp maintenance kit and begun to dismantle the lamp. Once it was In pieces it set about degreasing all of the parts and blasted the top piece, cage and middle tube. I then filled the holes left from blasting and etch, primed, and painted the top piece and cage their original colours. Or as close as I could get at least. I also buffed the surface level off all of the brass pieces. This did scratch it somewhat but this was later removed with sandpaper and metal polish. I then applied some heat resistant paint on the bottom side of the top piece.
I was then a case of reassembling the lamp with the new gaskets and mantel and testing it out. The restoration was then complete. I love the glow this lamp gives off, the camera doesn't do it justice.
- Disclaimer: I am no professional. Especially when it comes to electrics. It is certainly an area I am looking to improve in. I am completely self-taught and would appreciate any feedback, advice or constructive criticism.
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One of the most surprising aspects of your work is your age. You clearly have a passion for restoring items which have missed out on TLC and your patience for meticulous work is greatly rewarded by the finished results. May you continue to go from strength to strength!
I second that! Nice comment MatchstalkMan!
This channel is great! No talking or music. Ideal for a cantakerous misery like myself who finds pretty much everything annoying these days. Keep up the great work, fella!
Nice restoration! Them tilleys are classics. A few things to note if you plan on using the lamp: The paint on the hood will not withstand the temperatures, hence why tilley enamelled to hoods originally. The washer and washer holder on the pump is the wrong way round ( the rubber should face the tank) and finally the mantle should be tied at both ends of the burner. Good luck.
Very Good points, I thought the mantle at the end was broken, but as not tied at both ends, which i did not realise in the video that may/will explain why i thought it looked broken.
Fantastic work and great video. Only things worth a comment from me i think is the Paint on the Top will not take the heat, it was enameled originally for this reason and the Mantle looks like it is, has been torn broken, however another poster noted that the mantle had only been tied at the top during the assembly and normally is tied top and bottom? In my experience of Mantles (not on Tilly Lamps) they normally only have one tie and like a bag or balloon shape, this said I have seen what "appears to be two ties being removed on some Tilly mantle assemblies. So Tilley's may have different mantles and fitting methods. Either way there is something wrong with the Mantle on the finished one and the one burning looks broken.
PS - looking at video again it can be seen that when the old hood/top is removed and turned over to see the old manttle or what is left of it it can be seen that the Original Mantle was tied in to places and the pipe was left passing through the manttle and the left OPEN.
This means the mantle fitted was the wrong type and not one for this Tilly lamp.
The one that is for this Tilley will have two ties.
Each project you complete is so amazing! I love the details you put into everything. 👏
Good job! These videos are very therapeutic. I first watched the automotive videos but enjoy watching other things being repaired.
I swear the noises in these videos are so satisfying 👌
so much better than doof doof music !
The lamps give such an incredible beautiful light, soooo much better than any kind of modern light.
Thank you so much for doing that little demonstration at the end! Keep up the great work excited for future videos! 👍
Another fine restoration. Amazing how easily everything came apart for an object that old.
I love your videos. I admittedly have a short attention span and so most videos I watch are around 3-6 minutes. Yours, however, are somewhat hypnotic and never seem long. Something about the sounds and watching something old become new again is therapeutic. I feel the same way about the "Car Cleaning Guru" channel. His voice is soothing like Bob Ross and watching the cars go from grimy to new is wonderful. Thanks!
A very interesting restoration,on a very good English product, you did a first rate job,and saved a very useful piece of equipment,you never know in this day and age when you just might needs it on a regular basis,you video gets my thumbs up
You go to camping and overnight you'll need this at night👍
Great work, the finished lamp was stunning
Beautiful restoration
Gorgeous and very functional! Awesome job!
Why is polished brass so sexy?
Even brass with patina looks amazing.
You both need to make more videos.
I want a gf made of brass :)
Why is You so sexy?
chongtak....its funny cuz a "Brass" in England is slang for a prostitute
You have the patients of Job the way you work on the most minute details of the projects. Great work keep up the super job you do. Peace:)
Looks perfect 👌 Regards Alex from Germany 😉👍
Illuminating. Great job!
Its so satisfying to see that you are as perfectionist as i am you did so many things that i thought you wouldn't do because they werent that necessary but thats why i love this channel , great work as always dude keep it up :)
The attention to detail is so intense with this guy, it creates an immaculate finished product.
By far the most enjoyable video I've watched on youtube. Top Notch photography and brilliant work skills. Marvelous.
I wish you made more Lantern Restore It videos. Lanterns are so cool!
Such a fantastic job on this one!
Smashing job mate, it looks like new. This has got me thinking of getting the old lamp from the shed and doing a restoration myself, trying one out anyway. Thanks for the inspiration!
Very nice! Loved to see it lit up at the end, showing it's not just for decor!
Tilley lamps and pressure stoves were the stuff of holidays and scouting when I was a kid in the 60s and 70s. My parents used them when we went on camping holidays in the '60s. When I joined the scouts in the 70s they were using them too. Great to see one still working. I think our stoves were Primus, though Tilley made them too. The modern ones aren't as well made, so these antique ones are much more of a pleasure to use.
Great video cant wait to see the big project.
I was so "pumped" to see a new video uploaded. Awesome job man, as always!!
10/10 would not be able to reassemble. Great work!
I really like this work that you do to restore objects that would probably be thrown away. Keep up the great work.
Excellent resto!
I love old lamps!
Thanx buddy! :D
Dam that paint job you did was stand up !!! I love how it came out !!
Thank you!
Liked the video before I even watched it, finally a Restore It video!!!! Keep it up bud.
Edit: now that I’ve watched it, I’m wishing there was a vote up button or a 5star scale. That thing came out bad ass.
WOW wow a real master at work
Wonderful job
Great and interesting video as always! Cannot wait for the big project!
What an elegantly designed machine. I commend you on first class restoration.
Oh you remind me when i was 15 when we were at leeds city in 1981 my father buy this same candle our was red and black from the top
miss old days at uk i visit it last these 10 years and its not like the 80 or 90 all change any way thank you with love and peace from dubai
Restore another one!! It never gets old, you have inspired me a lot. I restored 3 of them
Very nicely done!
Absolutely beautiful work
Amazing old technology and great job!
New to your channel... this was an amazing restore! Thank you for lighting it! :)
Amazing work! Well done!
Bravo, sei un artista!!! Il risultato è un vero capolavoro, bravo bravo BRAVO!!!!!!!!!
Great job. I had one of these, got it from my granddad 40 years ago.
Beautiful! I even like how you lit it up at the end!
A pleasure to see someone doing a good job ! Thumb up, of course.
I really like this videos, usually when I'm watching I'm thinking about what would be the next step if it was me the one doing the restoration and usually you do the same thing I'm thinking. Good editing :)
Conheci esse canal nessa semana e estou achando incrível! Parabéns!
Beautiful job! You inspire me.
What a beautiful lamp, thanks for this video. :3
this is art
One of the best and most detailed restorations I have come across ,video quality very good as well.
Thank you Jack much appreciated.
Wow!! Excellent. And it works. Very well done!
Lovely. And a brilliant restoration.
Sooo cool...very impressive! Thank you for sharing that work.
Thank you David!
Really nice finish, looks like quality
lovely job, hope all the paint hold up to the heat them lamps give off. used to use one of them when fishing in the winter as they come in handy to warm you up.
Love Watching Videos Like This With No Commentary Words :-)
I was hoping you'ed test it out. great attention to detail. looks great.
This is a beautiful old lantern. The only ones I've seen here like that are either red or green Coleman lanterns. The brass makes this one look really special. Great project!
I've watched several of your videos, all of which seem to keep my attention. This particular video was satisfying in the fact that you showed the lantern glowing like it did when it was being used. For someone who seems younger than some guys I've watched on here, you really pay attention to detail. Wish I had you close by, I have a few things that could use your Midas touch! Keep up the good work!
It looks pristine, very good job!
Beautiful work.
Fantastic job 👍🏻
Mister, let me tell you something.
You are a magnificent artist.
you should soak the leather pump gasket in some oil to protect the leather, it might revive the old gasket as well
Just a little trick I found out with my blow tortch!
Neatsfoot oil (like used on a baseball glove) works great for this.
Master Craftsman! We'll done
Beautiful work!
Beautiful!
Well done, good video on the restoration. Shoot and continue to these videos. I also began to try myself in the restoration of the video on the channel .👍👍👍
lovely lamp, lovely job.
Beautiful job !
Beautiful. I wish I had your painting skills.
You did a fabulous job!!!
Thank you!
Got my restorations in the mail to you. Hope to see them on the channel soon!
Every one is an expert. You do it how you want. Great display piece.
Thanks Dan.
That is very, very nice! I just love brass!
Very professional job well done
well Done. Good job on the dismantling and reassembly. The colours you used look very close to the original.
Another outstanding video!
Beautiful lamp
You are a master restorer.. 👍🏼
Bravo..Nice ..Excellent...great job
Nice work man I love it
best restoration channel as always 💯👍
Beautiful lamp, great job
Thank you!
Great restauration. Last time i used Tilley was something like 20years ago in Finnish army. I remember that they are crazy bright and bursts into flames if not used properly.
Beautiful! Wish it was mine!
You’ve done a great job on this but I must inform you of a major health and safety issue.
I’ve done a couple of these now and on both occasions the asbestos wick was still present. Removing and disposal of this wick is hazardous luckily I’m trained in removing it and took the necessary safety measures. Anyone trying to restore these Tilley lamps must be aware of the asbestos found in some of the wicks. Asbestos kills.. slowly and horribly. Please take care and dispose of safely.
It’s not only the asbestos you should be concerned about with these. It’s the ones that contained Thorium. A radioactive substance. You breathe the dust off of those mantles and your risk of cancer just shot up 10 fold
These shouldn't ever have had an asbestos wick. The mantles were made from rare earth metals, it was only ever the heaters that used asbestos. Lamps should be safe.
Very good, Thank you so much 👍 👍 👍 restoring 👌👏🙌
Hallelujah ! ,and NICE WORK !!!
Lovely job.
Thats a great job
Preciosa restauración. Felicidades.
Un mot! Félicitation... Merci pour cette vidéo...
I think you should also put the footage of the sand blast, is always satisfying to see. Great videos btw, instant subscribe.
Pretty dam good restoration there.
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Fantastic job, really enjoy your video's.