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the ribbon would not light--after no luck with a match i
tryed a propane torch--no go--maybe i just got a junky
coil..


More likely it had developed a protective layer of magnesium oxide on its surface. Rub the first 1/2" with some emery cloth to get it shiney then try lighting it again with the butane lighter. A match usually isn't hot enough.

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