Most any Zippo lighter is an heirloom-quality item. These lighters endure because of the simplicity of their design. If one were to completely disassemble their lighter, they would find less than ten parts that constitute the entire mechanism. Even though this is the case, there will be occasions when one part or another needs to be replaced. Probably the most challenging part to replace is the flint wheel. The project will require some special tools.One will need a small punch, a rivet gun and a replacement wheel to complete this task. Begin by disassembling the entire lighter. This means taking out the cotton reservoir, the felt, the flints and the flint retainer spring. Set these parts out so that they can dry. One does not want lighter fluid on the surfaces when they're performing this task. After the lighter is dry, it's time to remove and replace the flint wheel.One may purchase a flint wheel from some tobacconist stores or one may take a flint wheel from another lighter. In the latter case, practice removing the flint wheel from the old lighter before removing it from the one to be repaired. One uses a punch tool to remove the rivet that holds the flint wheel in place. Use gentle taps to remove this part. It should not take a great effort to remove the rivet from the fitting.The wheel should rotate perfectly straight and it should not catch on any part of the rivet or bracket. If it does, remove the rivet and repeat the procedure until it's set up correctly. After all has been demonstrated to be in proper working order Flower Girl Dresses 2013, replace all the parts of the lighter and refill the fluid and the flints. Test light it a few times to make certain that the flint wheel is firmly in place and to make sure that it strikes the flint correctly.If the flint wheel is properly replaced, it should turn with no resistance and it should rotate straight along its axis. One can always remove the rivet and repeat the procedure if this is not the case. A Zippo can offer a lifetime of service and, with minor repairs such as these, several generations of service. Remember to check the flint wheel every so often to make sure the rivet holds. Prom Dresses UK