I bought this stove in September 2025, loving the way it looked and functioned based on some videos I had seen and posts on CCS. At the time, I did not know enough about camp stoves to confidently work on it, and probably shouldn't have tried operating it. I was able to get it working, but the pump wasn't very effective, and the control spindle would catch fire if turned past a light simmer. Wanting to get it into good working order, I pulled up @presscall ‘s sterling SRG post to familiarize myself with the inner workings and quickly found myself in over my head. I put the 9061D on the shelf, and put in some hours fettling simpler stoves. Months later, parts purchased and in hand, I felt it was time to dismantle, clean, and repair this stove for the first time. Here it is, almost completely disassembled. After referring to @Knight84 's tutorial on replacing the graphite packing in a 9061, I decided not to remove the cleaning needle spindle or packing. It was working just fine, and after much wiggling, it would not budge, so I left it be. I also opted out of removing the fuel tube and wick from the tank. I worked it with a wrench for a bit but made no progress. The wick was in good shape, so no need to risk damaging anything to remove it. The pump hadn't been working properly for two reasons; the leather cup was dry, and the small O-ring that seals the shaft against the pump cup was hard. I replaced the O-ring and oiled the pump cup. At least three times while working on this stove I went searching for a tool, only to remember that the tool it comes with can be used for almost any task, including tightening this small nut at the end of the pump shaft. I appreciate that the threads on the pump shaft stop at the right point to position the nut perfectly I replaced the pips in the NRV and PRV. According to this article, the presence of a pip in the NRV indicates that this stove was made before 1962. Subsequent models used an empty brass cup sealing against a rubber washer to prevent backflow. The NRV from this stove (left), and one from a 9061(right) Finished with the tank, I moved on to reassembling the spindles. Probably the most losable part of this stove is a small metal key that fits through a slot in the spindle into a groove on the extendable shaft. I have encountered small keys like this many times while working on centrifugal pumps at work, and they have a tendency to blend in very well with whatever surface they get dropped into. The key is held in place by a thin metal collar with a dimple pressed into it to hold it in place when lined up with the small void left by the slightly oversized key slot. Clever design. I was preoccupied with doing a proper repair to document the packing replacement on the control spindle, but resources previously mentioned were invaluable. With the packing replaced and control spindle mostly reassembled, I reached a critical point in getting the whole thing put back together. The washer on the control shaft must be sandwiched between the two round plates on the cleaning shaft before sliding everything into place. Once again, the included tool is well suited to the task of reassembling the control knob. What an interesting nut, it looks like it is meant to be turned with a hook wrench. Fully assembled. I don't know for sure, but I assume the cleaning needle being controlled by a separate spindle rather than integrated into the control valve is due to patent rights. By my count, from knob to needle this assembly contains 20 parts, 14 more than a 111. 7 of them are just to enable the telescoping function, an entirely unnecessary feature. I love this stove. The silent burner is unique to Enders stoves, and I think mine might be especially unique. This burner cap has 233 holes, but I think it is supposed to have 234. It looks like there is one hole missing on the ring 2nd from the outside. When I noticed, I compared it to the burner from a 9061, and it did not have the same gap. Presumably a manufacturer defect. There is a cutout machined into the flame control block to accommodate the low profile, wide burner. Looks like it could almost clear it without the cutout End of part 1
Part 2 This stove, which has so many parts, comes in an elegantly integrated case that can be broken down into 3 parts; top, bottom, and hinge pin. But unlike many other integrated box stoves, the components of the box are not welded together, they are riveted or crimped. The top is made up of 10 parts held together by 11 fasteners. The bottom is made up of 7 parts, held together by 7 fasteners. One third of the pot stand, crimped onto two channels that guide the rest of the pot stand and burner into place when folding up. The hole in the bottom half that allows the controls to slide out when open is protected by a piece of metal, precisely folded and crimped to the inside. You would have no chance of reattaching this piece if it were removed. Swivelling fasteners pass through the case and heat shield to hold the spring clips that hold the fuel tank in place The clips that hold the funnel, tools, and instructions are in 3 pieces, riveted to the case. The other two thirds of the pot stand are made up of 2 steel wires, crimped into a pressed plate that doubles as the priming cup. A third segment of wire is also folded in and slides into the channels on the case bottom, guiding the assembly as it folds. Sadly, the nut used to fasten the pot stand to the burner could not be turned with the provided tool. I can confirm, pushing the brass hinge pin home is very satisfying. Fully reassembled, I was left with one small metal ring. I don't know where it is supposed to go, or where it came from. The paint on the case is very smooth and feels almost like plastic and seems quite sturdy. I have seen other examples with a metallic grey hammered finish. Not sure if any other colours were ever produced. I attempted to capture what it looks like inside when folded I got pretty lucky with how complete this stove was when I received it. It had 3 original documents, wrench, and funnel. It was missing the needle wrench, but I think a small spare parts tin is a better use of the 4th clip anyway. I love everything about the fill-limiter funnel. The colour and material are pleasing. It is sturdy, yet compact. The threads hold it fast and level. Exemplary. Priming with methyl hydrate. The instructions tell the user how to prime with the fuel from the tank, but I would rather avoid the soot and erratic orange flames that come from a white gas fire. This stove requires a lengthy and thorough pre-heat, with the priming cup nearly full, otherwise it won't burn properly. I have yet to test this stove in cold, windy seaside conditions. I suspect priming with a butane torch would be preferable. It lights easily when properly preheated There's that missing hole While the flame control is quite good, I find the burner is a bit too close to the pot stand. It concentrates a lot of heat to the centre of the pot, increasing the chance of scorching your meal. The low profile and sturdy, folded wire pot stand make for unmatched stability as a single burner stove. I'm sure there are others, but seriously, it's very comfortable to cook on. If you try to pack up your 9061D too quickly, the hot spindle will let your thumb know about it. Anders
@GibsonsRavinePark2 Great work Anders. It was fun for me revisiting the stove and its parts through your photos, words and perspective. John
@GibsonsRavinePark2 Excellent fettle and write-up. The 9061D is a wonderfully over-engineered stove. Great to own, great to use. Pharael.
WOW! Fantastic fettle and very useful wrench. Enjoy putting it good use. Used one of my military issued ones last week. Like you said, low and flat, holds pans very secularly. OD green military issue and whitish gray was made for civilian use, I do believe.
Thanks @presscall @Pharael @Daryl I look forward to using it more now that the flames come out the right place! Correction: The fasteners that hold the tank clips only pass through the heat shield, not the case.
I think this stove is the type that's very difficult to disassemble. I commend you for taking the time to maintain it while keeping records. Excellent work.
@GibsonsRavinePark2 Absolutely oust anding fettle and restoration, and all so an excellent documented tutorial well done there
