Modding A Mod

[dopeh]

The plastic collar is wide enough to fit over the base of the spring and should not hinder its movement. Should the spring collapse into the collar the only connection to the batt would be plastic, so no worries? Correct me if I'm wrong lol

I also just realized that with regards to the Grand, my batts fit so tightly that there's nowhere for the spring to collapse if it wanted to, and we still use it

 

[mlinky]

The plastic collar is wide enough to fit over the base of the spring and should not hinder its movement. Should the spring collapse into the collar the only connection to the batt would be plastic, so no worries? Correct me if I'm wrong lol

I also just realized that with regards to the Grand, my batts fit so tightly that there's nowhere for the spring to collapse if it wanted to, and we still use it

Hmmm...I don't know. <shrug>

 

[MatrixTech]

Playing around with some material...

 

[redeyedancer]

I got one for the Mini, I didn't like how the battery would get pushed down by the firing pin, I like the snug fit and solid feel of my Grand. I made a spacer by cutting the end off a plastic pen, like so:











Works great.

This is a bad idea my friend the spring is like that for a reason.If you have a short the battery has no place to drop and sever the connection. I noticed your using a flat top battery.I don't recommend flat top batteries for the mod.You wouldn't have to push the button so hard if you had a button top bat I recommend The aw imr 14500 for the mini and the aw imr 18650 for the grand. They both have a button top and are safe chemistry batteries .

 

[dopeh]

Ah ok thanks Rob - what about the Grand though? The spring is compressed all the way and there's nowhere for the batt to move(Ultrafire protected 18650), so I figured no harm in making the mini the same. But of course I defer to your knowledge!

The flat top BDL IMR batt is only temporary, AW IMR are on the way for mini and grand just didn't receive them yet

 

[redeyedancer]

Ah ok thanks Rob - what about the Grand though? The spring is compressed all the way and there's nowhere for the batt to move(Ultrafire protected 18650), so I figured no harm in making the mini the same. But of course I defer to your knowledge!

The flat top BDL IMR batt is only temporary, AW IMR are on the way for mini and grand just didn't receive them yet

You are right the grand is tight there is some room for the spring to collapse. I can see why you would think it was ok .I am really pushing the aw imr for that reason not only is it a safer battery but there is more room for the spring to collapse witch makes it safer.I just want the best for everyone

 

[Illustrated_Man]

Given I have rather thick fingers, the button lock is nice, but it takes me a few tries to get it. I'm thinking about drilling/tapping the button to add a larger top to it.

 

[dopeh]

Thanks Rob, I'll pull that plastic out and I've edited the post.

pharmboy that sounds like it would work, nice idea for our fat fingered friends lol - I like the button the way it is but I could see how some people might find it difficult, like arthritis or just plain fat fingers hehe

 

[redeyedancer]

Given I have rather thick fingers, the button lock is nice, but it takes me a few tries to get it. I'm thinking about drilling/tapping the button to add a larger top to it.

I have given it some thought myself I am sure it would work great

 

[Illustrated_Man]

Well, just like I always do, I couldn't leave well enough alone, so I threw my Grand on the drill press, drilled the button, tapped it for a 4-40 machine screw, turned the hex portion off of a 1/4x20 brass cap nut to make a button, then filed the button down a bit, and then epoxied the new button onto the 1/4x20 screw head. Here's the end result:

I don't think it turned out too badly...any comments/criticism?

 

[Mudflap]

I don't think it turned out too badly...any comments/criticism?

Comment: Oooooo! That's hawt!

Criticism: I don't have one like it.

 

[Rhapsodies Fire]

Well, just like I always do, I couldn't leave well enough alone, so I threw my Grand on the drill press, drilled the button, tapped it for a 4-40 machine screw, turned the hex portion off of a 1/4x20 brass cap nut to make a button, then filed the button down a bit, and then epoxied the new button onto the 1/4x20 screw head. Here's the end result:

I don't think it turned out too badly...any comments/criticism?

Nicely done! Nice touch.

 

[Emris]

Thanks, How are you doing? Nothing lasting I hope.

When you have the time can you elaberate just a little like does it go from top of bottle up as fas as possible and how snugly fitted in is it. Thanks

Get well and don't push things, Alice

Here you go, a pic will show you!

 

[MatrixTech]

I really like that mod you did with the button Pharm, looks good

 

[silentt]

That button looks sweet, very nice! I wish i had equipment and knowledge to do things like that.

 

[mlinky]

pharm, that button mod is beautiful.

 

[Illustrated_Man]

Again, couldn't leave well enough alone...I wanted a little more grip and a little more fingerprint resistance...so I took it to a place that does CNC engraving...

 

[Rhapsodies Fire]

Again, couldn't leave well enough alone...I wanted a little more grip and a little more fingerprint resistance...so I took it to a place that does CNC engraving...

OMG....that is awesome!!! Nicely done! I hope it wasn't too spendy.

 

[Illustrated_Man]

OMG....that is awesome!!! Nicely done! I hope it wasn't too spendy.

The total for the engraving was $15...I was kinda shocked myself.

 

[Rhapsodies Fire]

The total for the engraving was $15...I was kinda shocked myself.

Awesome....that is reasonable...in fact, much less than I would have guessed.