Nerdy Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Any ideas on what is the best (easiest) way to break and split a cocobuzz or any other coconut coal. I tried using a serated knife and make a tiny cut into the coal on all sides and then force it to crack. It works ,but is a b***h to do. Help?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epoch Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I never split them anymore, honestly. But some people still insist it must be done! Here is the Chreees Method. http://www.hookahforum.com/topic/36251-how-to-cut-coconaras-tutorial/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coyote Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 yeah, i use a serrated knife to cut a grove then put the knife in the grove and whack the back of it with a blunt object. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavo21 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 just dont be stingly with ur coals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehelios Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 [quote name='Epoch' timestamp='1349063079' post='557578'] I never split them anymore, honestly. But some people still insist it must be done! Here is the Chreees Method. [url="http://www.hookahforum.com/topic/36251-how-to-cut-coconaras-tutorial/"]http://www.hookahfor...naras-tutorial/[/url] [/quote] That's the exact same method I use. It's extremely important to hit the knife with the hammer pretty hard. If you do it too lightly, you might not get a clean straight cut and start ending up with badly broken coals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 [quote name='Pavo21' timestamp='1349069118' post='557587'] just dont be stingly with ur coals [/quote] Not that I'm trying to be stingy, I'm trying to figure out this heat for the new pico bowl that I got. I tried to Stonehenge the 2 cocobuzz coals I have but really didn't work. I have a box of fumari coals that I need to try to work with. But it's trial and error at this point. I just feel like I'm wasting shisha though. Any thoughts? Thanks for the info. Appreciate it 😄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Craftsman Handi-Cuts http://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-7-8-in-handi-cut/p-00937301000P Been using that for years. I have picked up several over the years at Garage Sales for like $5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 [quote name='Stuie' timestamp='1349102602' post='557608'] Craftsman Handi-Cuts http://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-7-8-in-handi-cut/p-00937301000P Been using that for years. I have picked up several over the years at Garage Sales for like $5. [/quote] Sweet, I like this. And I won't be pounding around the apartment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I do it right in my kitchen over the box of coals, what little shavings fall, fall right into the box. Almost virtually mess free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 [quote name='Stuie' timestamp='1349110733' post='557616'] I do it right in my kitchen over the box of coals, what little shavings fall, fall right into the box. Almost virtually mess free. [/quote] Sounds like my first time 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chreees Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I too have the Craftsman Handi-cuts like Stuie linked, actually got them from him a year ago or so. I rarely use them, though, as I don't really cut coals much anymore. That will probably change if/when I get a Pico. I think last time I cut cocos was when I tried Birquq for the first time out of my Tang Mini, since I was forewarned that Birquq needed less heat than Noir/Lucid. But yeah, knife and hammer or the Craftsman Handi-cuts both work great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 So I'm smoking right now. I managed to cut my coals with a knife and cracking them in half with a flathead. Using that pico bowl but I'm using 3 halves at the 12 4 7 positions .... Seems to be a winner for me. I need to try it with cocoa and welsh cream as those seem to require different heat level unlike cane mint. Does anyone know why some flavors require different heat level? All are noir tang. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coyote Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Fumaris are going to give you the best heat output on the pico. The downside is that they make a big mess. If you can deal with your place being covered in silver confetti then go for fumari. Also they are generally more expensive and don't last as long as the average coconut coal. However, you don't have to cut them and you can light them by pyramiding them on the bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushrat Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 coals break easier when they are hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urloc Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 [quote name='mushrat' timestamp='1349183953' post='557681'] coals break easier when they are hot. [/quote] The only time in my life I tried to do that I ended up almost burning my hands and making a horrible mess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 2, 2012 Author Share Posted October 2, 2012 [quote name='Coyote' timestamp='1349183711' post='557680'] Fumaris are going to give you the best heat output on the pico. The downside is that they make a big mess. If you can deal with your place being covered in silver confetti then go for fumari. Also they are generally more expensive and don't last as long as the average coconut coal. However, you don't have to cut them and you can light them by pyramiding them on the bowl. [/quote] When I picked up my pico I got the 20pc of fumari ... But I'm having issues with them. I have used two sticks so far and every time i do at least one coal breaks when I go to move from coil to bowl. I tried turning the heat on the burner to med thinking it was heat that caused them to break and no major change that I've seen. I would love to use those coals because they seem to be a low maintenance coal for the pico but they seem to die within 15-20min for me.( I know they won't last as long as the cocos but seems off to me.) If I use 2 I don't get much flavor or clouds. If I use 3 I tend to overheat if I don't constantly draw on the shisha. I think I must be doing something wrong. I just need to figure it out. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Only turn the coil to medium heat. Flip them half way through lighting. Blow off the silver flakes before putting them on the bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 2, 2012 Author Share Posted October 2, 2012 [quote name='Stuie' timestamp='1349193717' post='557685'] Only turn the coil to medium heat. Flip them half way through lighting. Blow off the silver flakes before putting them on the bowl. [/quote] Alright, I will give it a try tonight. Only 2 hours of work left. 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushrat Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 [quote name='Urloc' timestamp='1349188827' post='557682'] [quote name='mushrat' timestamp='1349183953' post='557681'] coals break easier when they are hot. [/quote] The only time in my life I tried to do that I ended up almost burning my hands and making a horrible mess... [/quote] wise ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chreees Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 [attachment=5977:27717288.jpg] 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehelios Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 [quote name='Urloc' timestamp='1349188827' post='557682'] [quote name='mushrat' timestamp='1349183953' post='557681'] coals break easier when they are hot. [/quote] The only time in my life I tried to do that I ended up almost burning my hands and making a horrible mess... [/quote] I thought you're supposed to cut the lit coals when it's on the bowl. You just need to be more careful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoozle Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Why the hell hasn't some coal company come out with half size coals? Seems like everyone and their brother has cut coals at some point. I imagine they would sell pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tukke Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 knife + hammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nerdy Posted October 2, 2012 Author Share Posted October 2, 2012 Report!! So I did the fumari coals on medium heat and not a single one cracked or split. I'm currently about 15 minutes into my session and it's going great. I tried 2 coals on my pico but no luck with massive flavor. I did put a 3rd one on and it is perfect. I might have to buy that bigger box of coal now. 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coyote Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 yeah i always end up with a 3rd fumari on my pico too. glad that worked out for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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