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teamtom
Tiki Centralite
Joined: Apr 13, 2006
Posts: 38
From: Maryland
|  Posted: 2007-04-12 4:52 pm Permalink
any pics?
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poptiki
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Mar 05, 2005
Posts: 182
From: Loveland, CO
| Posted: 2007-04-13 02:13 am Permalink
I usually don't do much picture taking. So, sorry no pics.
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uncle trav
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Joined: Apr 27, 2005
Posts: 1542
From: Kalamazoo
| Posted: 2007-04-24 6:35 pm Permalink
Just found a patent for what you may be looking for. Patent number 3,038,064 from 1962 for a "decorative torch" by John H. Gieb. A large basin with a gas jet in the middle filled with water for yard or patio. I did the search on goggle patent search and can't figure out how to link to the thing. Maybe someone out there can help with a link or some pic's. This may be just the thing your after. Enjoy.
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lvc
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Joined: Dec 09, 2007
Posts: 1
From: Mesa, Arizona
| Posted: 2007-12-09 9:57 pm Permalink
poptiki,
I have searched the WWW for days trying to find info on this subject. Did use use a regulator (like the ones on grills)? What did you use to ignite the flame? Any help here would be much appreciated.....
Thanks,
Chris
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Murph
Grand Member (4 years) 
Joined: Jul 11, 2006
Posts: 679
From: SoCal
| Posted: 2007-12-10 12:39 pm Permalink
Here's a site that might be of interest:
http://www.burningideas.com/firefall/cauldron/diary1_constr99.html
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gksys
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Joined: Apr 04, 2013
Posts: 1 | Posted: 2013-04-04 10:51 am Permalink
I've been looking around for something like this for years. I finally stumble upon this. It's quite a bit out of my price range (expect a starting price near $2.5k), but I thought I'd at least share.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=JkiTzViuuoM
Investigating it further, I found that the manufacturer is Fire By Design. ( firebydesign.com )
They also seem to make a lot of cool Tiki torches too. Anyone who has money to burn (ha ha) might want to check them out.
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tikilongbeach
Grand Member (first year) 
Joined: Aug 05, 2011
Posts: 740
From: LBC via DFW
| Posted: 2013-04-04 11:11 am Permalink
This website has video.
www.livingwateraeration.com/fire-fountains.html
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How much gas pressure does it take to operate a Submersible GV Unit?
A: Submersible Units require at least 2 PSI to operate properly.
Q: How deep should I put the manifold below the surface of the water?
A:The closer the manifold is to the surface of the water, the better the performance.
Q: How large does the supply line have to be to the manifold?
A: 6 – 12” manifolds may run off of a ¼” supply line. The gas line will never be larger than 1 ¼” for the larger submersible units.
Q: How do I keep water out of my supply line?
A: The Submersible GV Units are designed with a vapor locking system and an in-line check valve to ensure that no water fills the gas line, giving you constant gas pressure.
Q: Does the system run on natural gas?
A: Yes. Our system runs on natural gas and requires a high output meter that will be supplied by your gas carrier at no cost to the customer. The customer will need to get ahigh pressure regulator installed to the fire feature with a pressure regulated spring rated at 3 – 6 PSI.
Q: Can this system operate on propane?
A: Yes. Our system runs on propane and needs to be equipped with a high output regulator supplied by your gas provider. It needs to be rated for at least 3 PSI and up.
Q: Can this unit burn indoors?
A: No.
Q: How long does the system last?
A: There is a one year warranty on the stainless steel material and the tips. The system is very durable and is built to last.
Q: How long does it take to install?
A: Each Submersible Unit should take about 10 minutes to install.
Q: What material does the manifold consist of?
A: 316 stainless steel material.
Q: How do I manually light a Fire Fountain or a fire feature?
A: A Fire Fountain or fire feature may be lit manually with a control valve close to the feature.
Note: Always stand UPWIND when lighting any fire feature.
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Hale Tiki
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Joined: Oct 19, 2004
Posts: 1607
From: Pittsburgh
| Posted: 2013-04-08 06:29 am Permalink
Save yourself a fortune and buy the stainless fittings from McMaster Carr, and then the gas part from them, or another vendor. You should be able to put it together for about $200, depending on how many flames you want. $500 max.
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tiki dan
Member
Joined: Apr 23, 2013
Posts: 2 | Posted: 2013-04-24 4:00 pm Permalink
Have you considered fire glass instead of water? Its much cheaper and probably lasts a LOT longer.
http://www.woodlanddirect.com/Fireplace-Accessories/Fire-Glass
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tikilongbeach
Grand Member (first year)
Joined: Aug 05, 2011
Posts: 740
From: LBC via DFW
| Posted: 2013-04-24 5:49 pm Permalink
The red fire glass mixed with the lava rock looks like it would create a cool looking volcano or molten lava.
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