In reply to IAmToast:
Like Blanchie14c, I have had a Jetboil for some time and have used it everywhere, on crag days, wild and valley camping, snowholing, and even to brew up in our bedroom in an auberge in the Alps. I have encountered similar "problems", but would say that none of them have provided a restriction on use. After one or two spillages, I really should invest in the supports, but I think that that would detract from the features that (for me) make this system what it is: compact, self contained when packed, fuel efficient, and fairly robust. I have found my personal camp cooking has altered to meet the capability of the stove, but for me this is not necessarily a bad thing.
Anyway, this is a summary view. given your project, if you have specific questions, let me know.
Cheers,
Kev