Introduction: Adding a Spark Plug to My Forge

About: My name is Drew and I like to make things.

This is my forge before and after adding the spark plug. I have always wanted to have a push button start. Warning ,don't let gas buid up. NO FUEL AIR BOMBS ..please. Also the silly little push button start off a barbque can give you an incredible jolt !! Be careful.

Step 1: Drill and Tap

I drilled a pilot hole and then the correct hole for the tap for the spark plug.Check out the video for my new favorite tap handle.

Step 2: Resistance Is Futile

I had a weak spark because the resistance plug has a huge gap inside that is too much for the piezoelectric button starter.... So I  hit it with a hammer...exposing the copper core to attach the lead to.

Step 3: Adjust the Air Fuel by Regulating Pressure and Nozzle Position.

This is a 1/4 " pipe with the end welded shut , ground to a taper and drilled with a small ,# 70 or so drill bit.

Step 4:

Step 5: Ignition

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