First mechanical mod advice

[jb44]

I started with an ego kit but quickly changed to a Vamo V2. Unfortunately the Vamo screen is not displaying anymore and I have sticking button, so on the look out for a new mod, think I will go mechanical this time. Is there such a thing as a good really cheap mechanical mod ? Any advice on a starter mod/kit most welcome.

[Perpetua]

Can't help you jb44 as I'm not into Mechanical Mods  . . . will pop your thread onto the General Vaping Board where you're more likely to get advice from a number of Members who are.

[Marcus]

Most mechanicals perform the same, or there abouts.
If you are talking clones then can pick up one on FT for £10/15

If wanting UK I have seen turtleships going for £15.
You after 18650 only? Or modular?

[archiecat]

I've an unused Smok Magneto you can have for £20 inc. A well thought of mod, I just dont like bottom buttons,,,,,if you know what I mean

[tomj777]

Advice.... Some way of testing resistance (or at least shorts) - this is really important for a mechanical mod as there is absolutely no electronics there which means there is no protection from your own mistakes.
The other thing to keep in mind is that the power (watts) will decrease as your battery depletes (volts)... This means your atty might be a bit dry to start with and muted towards the end... It's something you learn to mitigate (experience in wick density will come and some way of controlling airflow will help).

The plus side - there's very little to go wrong (so this is sort of future proofing).

archiecat 's Magneto would serve you well, as would, say, a Nemesis, Caravela or Stingray...

Be aware that once you're used to the size reduction gained through junking the electronics, it's quite hard to go back to the benefits of a stable power level.

[jb44]

Hi thanks, ive pm'ed about the Magneto. I have a multimeter so will be able to test resistance. I see on here that most people that change to a mechanical seem to reckon it was a good move. I am already recoiling my Vivi Nova's ( i prefer top coil to bottom coil ), but what would work best with something like a Magneto that is relatively easy to recoil/rewick, doesnt leak, etc etc

[ronaldo]

if you are happy with your vivi-novas stick with them its what I use most days at home

[crin766]

Im in exactly the same boat. Have a loox at the maraxus - beast!

[Marcus]

Oct 1, 2014 12:25:02 GMT jb44 said:

Hi thanks, ive pm'ed about the Magneto. I have a multimeter so will be able to test resistance. I see on here that most people that change to a mechanical seem to reckon it was a good move. I am already recoiling my Vivi Nova's ( i prefer top coil to bottom coil ), but what would work best with something like a Magneto that is relatively easy to recoil/rewick, doesnt leak, etc etc

I would recommend a kayfun as your first rebuildable tank.
I love my orchid and it is an absolute dream to build on

Magneto's are ok! I have one here but wouldn't recommend them due to the issues I've have with 2 of them and the poor switch.
I like a device I can fully take apart and get to every bit.
With a magneto that's not possible :/

[archiecat]

Oct 1, 2014 13:08:13 GMT Marcus said:

Oct 1, 2014 12:25:02 GMT jb44 said:

Hi thanks, ive pm'ed about the Magneto. I have a multimeter so will be able to test resistance. I see on here that most people that change to a mechanical seem to reckon it was a good move. I am already recoiling my Vivi Nova's ( i prefer top coil to bottom coil ), but what would work best with something like a Magneto that is relatively easy to recoil/rewick, doesnt leak, etc etc

I would recommend a kayfun as your first rebuildable tank.
I love my orchid and it is an absolute dream to build on

Magneto's are ok! I have one here but wouldn't recommend them due to the issues I've have with 2 of them and the poor switch.
I like a device I can fully take apart and get to every bit.
With a magneto that's not possible :/

Really confuseing me with your post!!!!!!!

What part of the Magneto can you not get at?

[Marcus]

What bits confusing?

And with the magneto you cannot take apart the top cap or get access to the 510

Mine got pushed in and in trying to get it out I ended up pulling the whole of the top cap apart and it's now unusable

[archiecat]

OK marcus, have a nice day.

[tomj777]

Regarding your Vamo, jb44 , if you were happy with it before it you might be well served by repairing or replacing it with another....

I'm a big advocate for mechs but my inclination would be to recommend learning to wick and coil on an easy dripper or, better still, a Kayfun.

Marcus archiecat Don't forget that there are different revisions of the Smok Magneto - I think the adjustable one can be disassembled / reassembled whereas the non-adjustable 510 one can not be.

Indirectly, it's a good point - jb44 many mechs present the opportunity to make better (improve switch for instance) and all require regular (fairly simple) maintenance (keep threads and button contacts clean)... I should have mentioned that. Use Google and read forums for guidance there.

[Marcus]

Yep couldn't agree more on a kayfun, though like stated I think the orchid is even easier to set up TBH!

Would also recommend a dripper so you can have a play with different coils at different resistances and see what you like.

Yeah I have one of the first magnetos and it's utterly Crap!!! When I took the topcap apart to try and get at the 510 there was some disgusting orange rust all around!
Also cannot get to the button and adjust on the earlier ones so would not recommend one at all.
For your first mech you want something you can take apart fully and get to every bit! I found it gave me a lot more confidence knowing I could strip and fix any problems should thry arise

[Deleted]

Worse thing that happened to my magneto? jb44 - it got stolen

Good mod. Easy to fix any probs on it

Might be a prob with the button falling out but easy fixed see below



and you might also need these ...

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEODYMIUM-RARE-EARTH-DISC-MAGNET-5mm-x-2mm-VARIOUS-QUANTITIES-VERY-STRONG-/321132515732?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&var=&hash=item4ac4fd5194

Cheaper than buying a new switch when the magnets go