From: John DuBois <spcecdt@deeptht.santa-cruz.ca.us> Subject: flamethrowers Date: 2 Mar 90 11:44:46 GMT Starter fluid produces the largest flame of any aerosol spray I've found. We played with WD-40 early on; it's interesting but has nowhere near the "presence" that starter fluid does. Starter fluid also has the virtue of being relatively cheap (about $2.00 for an 11 oz. can), although it goes quick when you're having fun. I discovered its properties somewhat serendipitously. I was trying to find better fuels for tennis ball cannons, in particular pressurized ones. I bought a can of starter fluid, but as it turned out, it would not burn in a cannon using any ignition method. I wondered what to do with the can for a while before an idea struck me and I pulled out my lighter... trying it inside was a foolish mistake! Fortunately I avoided burning the apartments down, and I was so enthralled with the result that I went about showing it to everyone. We generally restrict its use to beach parties; the neighbors get upset about it when it's used in the back yard. It *is* a nice way to start a bonfire... John