Flame Cannon

Step 2 Building the cannon

Construction is very simple, as it only requires one connection to be made using the PVC cement. Before you use the cement make sure the ends of the pipe are smooth, clean, and level, if not rub with sandpaper until level and smooth, then wipe with a damp cloth to clean.

Steps:

1. Apply the PVC primer to the last inch of the 19" pipe, and the inside of the coupler. (Follow the directions on the can of PVC primer and cement, for application as they might be different then mine)
2. Apply the cement to the outside of the pipe and inside of the coupler, and press the coupler down onto the pipe, and either weight it down, or hold it down until the cement dries enough so the coupler stays in place.
3. Wait however long the can of cement tells you to.
4. Using the drill and 1/4" drill bit, drill a slanted hole into the pipe about an inch and a half above the coupler. When drilling the hole keep in mind the goal is to have a line of sight through the hole into the end cap, it dosent have to be exact but as close as possible helps. If you are having problems drilling a slanted hole, you can drill a hole straight down with a smaller bit and then use that hole to guide the 1/4" bit when you drill at an angle.
5. Check to ensure that the end cap can be screwed on completely.