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I first saw the gassifier on Mountain Men TV show. This guy shows you how to build a simple one to run a generator. Great watch for those that want to try to be self-sufficient.
Building a No-Weld Woodgas Generator! (A Functional Gasifier Built W/ a Hand Drill and Grinder?!)