Originally Posted By: ZenEngineer
It doesn't appear to be used, though the brass nipple (or "needle") has corroded a bit.

Yours is a beautiful example of this type of stove sold under the EFI brand. Take good care of her; she's a nice one!

Originally Posted By: ZenEngineer
I am wondering if the needle can be unscrewed and a hose plumbed directly into valve assembly? If so then that makes the special adapter unnecessary.
Yes, absolutely. I have two different types of stoves that have the "needle and bud" type connector (like your stove has). One has a needle that unscrews. The other does not. The person who made the adapter for me, made me an adapter that could work with any needle type connector.

For you, unscrewing the needle and screwing in an adapter would be a much better solution.

Nice stove! Thanks for posting the photos!

HJ
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