Stingray Clone - Infinite or JD Tech?

[DeadbeatJeff]

From what I've read, Infinite has the best Stingray clone, but I'm curious if anyone knows anything about the JD Tech model, which I've never heard of before.

Both are Brass with SS accents.

OK. I realize JD is the original manufacturer. Never looked into it 'cause never considered this for a long-term mod. Just need something to get me through a too-long wait.

 

[roflwaffles]

JD is the original manufacturer.

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

JD is the original manufacturer.

LOL

well, I feel... sheepish

 

[Aviationrich]

I have the infinite one and its great. I had a small problem with the button being loose but I was able to fix it without much work. It's been the only mod I've been using since I got it.

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[havok333]

I have the infinite one and its great. I had a small problem with the button being loose but I was able to fix it without much work. It's been the only mod I've been using since I got it. View attachment 331798

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So, how'd you go about fixing the loose, wobbly firing button? Mine's too wobbly to stand upright without it leaning and making me nervous. Broke down the switch and cleaned it up and that fixed the "crunchies" but couldn't pinpoint the cause for the wobble. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Aviationrich]

On mine the bottom would move (twisting motion) side to side. The small pin inside was to small for the hole they drilled. I used some Teflon tape to "fatten" the pin up to make a nice snug fit. For the crunching sound your getting, maybe clean up the switch with some isopropyl alcohol and use a small amount of grease. That's what I did, mine was crunchy to and would stick on from time to time. All you need is enough to keep it slick, don't glob it on or it will get nasty with dirt and what not. I have some grease from my gun cleaning stuff, but you can find it anywhere really. Oil won't work that good (it gets runny) grease will stay in place pretty good.

Hope that helped ya!

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[Aviationrich]

I should clarify, I used the grease on the two sections that rub. The actual switch button and the section there the magnet and delrin attach. I can post pics if needed.

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[fasteddie5]

Infinite dropped the ball on this one. Honestly, it sucks! Hcigar, here I come.

 

[havok333]

I should clarify, I used the grease on the two sections that rub. The actual switch button and the section there the magnet and delrin attach. I can post pics if needed.

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I gotcha, and see where that would really make the switch smooth firing. My switch has a lot of play in all directions it seems, instead of just side to side. Thought that little pin looked fine earlier when I had it apart but now you have me wondering. Guess I'll just take it apart again and check in a bit.

Thank you!

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[Aviationrich]

I gotcha, and see where that would really make the switch smooth firing. My switch has a lot of play in all directions it seems, instead of just side to side. Thought that little pin looked fine earlier when I had it apart but now you have me wondering. Guess I'll just take it apart again and check in a bit.

Thank you!

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[Cloud Junky]

I think the JD tech would be the best figuring they are the real makers of the Stingray...

 

[iamAuz]

oh this thread title makes me sad i own all three authentic stingrays they are the absolute top of the top, perfect piece of craftsmanship.

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

oh this thread title makes me sad i own all three authentic stingrays they are the absolute top of the top, perfect piece of craftsmanship.

hey, so sue me


Never looked into getting a Stingray before, so how would I know.

I just need something while my group-buy Chimera is created and shipped.

 

[iamAuz]

no problem its fine, no suing necessary. just the title caught me off guard.... i was like.... no surely tha... it does say that

 

[Bad Ninja]

Totally understandable,OP.
Fanboyism runs heavy 'round these parts, for infinite's stingray clone.
Hard to find reliable info.


I have the brass Tobeco stingray.
Excellent device.
No wobble.
Lol.

 

[v1k1ng1001]

I have the infinite clone. The switch was a little crunchy but I cleaned/greased it and it's fine. There is a tiny wobble. Otherwise it looks great and functions extremely well. Not perfect but not much to complain about.

 

[Drizzledog]

oh this thread title makes me sad i own all three authentic stingrays they are the absolute top of the top, perfect piece of craftsmanship.

Have you tried any of the clones?

I have a brass infinite clone and an authentic red copper version. No load voltages between the two are the same. Yes the quality of the authentic is slightly nicer.....but not 3.5x nicer.

If this thread makes you sad, wait till you pick up a $30 stingray clone. Then you'll feel like I did when I got my authentic one.........

 

[v1k1ng1001]

To be honest, I'm not into status symbols. If a bit of cleaning and an infinitessimal amount of grease provide me with an awesome device/vape for $30 then count me in.

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

I have 1 or 2 authentic mods on my radar, things I don't believe could ever be effectively cloned.

Also, one thing to keep in mind about authentic mods, especially limited-run mods, is that you can generally resell them for the full price or even more than you paid. I see it all the time in several groups I belong to.

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

Getting this stingray for a couple reasons:

• my current clone is sucking major anus presently
• need something while I wait for this one mod, which I REALLY want, to come out
• want something that can do 18350, as the prospective authentic I WILL get has a solid 18650 tube (just picked up some purple 350 Efests and a kayfun nano kit as well)