get some rock salt and alcohol (purer the better, try to avoid the 70%iso)
pour in some alki
pour in some salt
shake shake shake
rinse
repeat if needed

different pipes have different styles
http://www.collectpipes.com/images/lbat54.jpg <this is a chillum or bat its a straight pipe that is somewhat like a ciggarette in the way you hold it and light it
http://www.collectpipes.com/images/lghp01c.jpg <this is a spoon style, notice the shape, similar to a spoon... right? idk
http://www.superpiece.com/photos/steamrollerhpsr1.jpg < this is a classic steamroller, instead of plugging the carb with a finger you use the palm of your hand. they hit big, somewhat harsh tho.

http://www.superpiece.com/ cruz through some websites, they all got names and pics of each style.