[FONT="]Introduction[/FONT][/B][/SIZE]
[/SIZE][FONT="]This is my first official mod and review. I didnt see too many in depth reviews that encompassed all the features of this device so I figured I would give it a shot and I apologize ahead of time for the length as I wanted to try to include all aspects of the device. Even though I am new to mods, I feel this is a must have for those of you that get tired of the same ole song and dance with having to care and maintain carts and cartomizers and constantly having to keep a bottle with you in order to constantly drip. I haven't tried any other juice or box mod so I wont be able to honestly compare this to others and will not speak negatively about the others, unlike other posts I have come across
I try to be as objective as I can and keep in mind what works for me might not work for you in terms of preference.[/FONT]
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[/FONT][/B][SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Equipment and Juice Currently Being Used on Device[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]I am currently using just a standard Dekang PG juice and one Tasty Vapor (15% VG) with a Joye 510 atty with a Super T Wide Mouth drip tip. [/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[FONT="]What you Receive[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE] [FONT="]You receive the device, the initial 6 ML bottle with feed tube, an extra 6 ML bottle, a 510 to 901 connector and an extra magnet that can be used as a spacer.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Juice Feeding System[/FONT][/B][/SIZE] [/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]I too was skeptical that the juice feeding system wouldn't work right, or would leak all over the outside and inside and wouldn't taste as good as dripping but I was happy to be wrong in this case. You just squeeze a little with your finger until you see some juice coming out near the catch up, then let go and the excess juice goes back in the bottle or is sucked into the atty when vaping. Learning curve is minimal. It uses a 6 ML bottle and has a teflon tube that goes all the way to the bottom of the bottle to ensure no juice is wasted. I havent been through an entire bottle yet but about half way so for and still working like a champ. So far, knock on wood, I havent gotten any juice in the mouth, even when I got a decent amount in the catch cup as it seems the juice will either go back into the bottle or be sucked right into the atty. Ryan (Kaji) did his homework on this design as it so far it is performing flawlessly.[/FONT]
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You also dont have to put juice in the bottle as you can just drip like normal if you were going to be trying a bunch of different flavors. The juice probably wouldnt leak down the feed tube but just to be safe you could just have an empty bottle in there. [/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[/FONT][FONT="]Changing \ Refilling Juice Bottle[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]I have already tried this to make sure it wouldnt be difficult and it wasnt at all. There is always a learning curve with any new device but all you have to do is pull the bottle towards you, not too rough, slide it down, grab the teflon tube from the top of the bottle and it will all come out. Then just either refill the bottle or use the spare he provides and do the opposite. When putting it back I first stick the tube up into the device, and then insert it into the juice bottle. If I switch flavors I also just run hot water through the tube from the bottle. Until you get the hang of it you might want to have a paper towel handy just to make sure when you pull the tube out you dont get juice in the box, but it would only be a drop at the most but I am always cautious and figured better safe than sorry. A trick I found that helps is if there is some residual juice in the catch cup or atty connection just use some compressed air but make sure to cover it first with a tissue or paper towel and that will clean it right out. A Q-tip will work as well. [/FONT]
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[B][FONT="]Cleaning
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[FONT="][SIZE=3]Well as I listed in the above paragraph I used compressed air for any residual juice in the catch cup or atty connection. Ryan advised you can use a window cleaner for the outside but the finish on it will keep it pretty protected.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[/FONT][FONT="]Voltage Options[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]This device has the ability for 3.7 Volts using a protected 18650 or 6 Volts using 2 protected 16340s (RCR 123a's). So far I have only used mine for 3.7 so can't comment on how the 6 volts is but even on 3.7 using an all PG 18 mg juice I get a good amount of vapor as well as TH, I guess I am a lightweight. [/FONT]
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[/FONT][/B][SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Battery Life[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]The battery life is great, and so far I just use protected 18650 batteries which so far last me almost 2 days, I usually take a puff every 30 minutes or so.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[/FONT][FONT="]Button[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]It works great and feels great as well, not too small and not too big. Since it was brand new there was just one or two times where it didnt fire right away and it had to be broken in a little (just about an hour of use). Ever since then it has fired every time. [/FONT]
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[SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Inside Device[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]The insides are clean and stained throughout and held together by earth magnets. So far the doors haven't come off but are easy to take off if that makes sense. There are no exposed open solder connections , the connections to the button are closed off and not exposed, the wire connecting to the spring goes up the sides and blends in and is out of the way.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[FONT="]Appearance\Quality[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]The overall look is amazing and you can see the grains both inside and out and there are many different choice wood types (so far approx 6 I think) to choose from. It feels solid in the hand and isn't too light or too heavy. The actual box is smaller than my IPod Touch, see picture below.[/FONT]
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[SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Vaping On the Go[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]I usually don't vape on the go but feel it wouldn't be an issue putting this in a loose pocket or purse minus the atty as well as there is a recessed on and off master switch. There have been no leaks anywhere.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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Customer Service[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]Lastly is customer service. I have ordered from probably about 10 or so suppliers and so far everyone has been great but Ryan by far has gone above and beyond with helping me with at least 50 + questions. These questions were not only about this product but also on other devices, juices, options, etc. I think him and his Dad are the only ones working on these and the demand for this device is really high but he always finds the time to respond to any question I have and most of the time it is only within a couple of hours which is remarkable.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[FONT="][SIZE=3]Well that's it, and I am no expert by far, these are just my overall opinions and observations on this device so far. [/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[/SIZE] [FONT="]Thanks to Ryan for making my first mod experience an enjoyable one. If anyone has questions Ill do my best to answer from what information I have.[/FONT]
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[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT="]His site is located at:[/FONT]
Welcome to R&R Manufacturing - Handcrafted Battery Box Mods
[FONT="][SIZE=3]On his site there are also links to other video reviews of his first device the Journeyman which uses the same feed system.
[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]The main thread for his products as well as a lot of additional information is on ECF at the below link, Page 15 shows more up close pictures of the Alii device, the first page shows his other one, the Journeyman:[/FONT]
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...anufacturing-custom-ordering-now-open-15.html
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Vape On and pics are below [/FONT]
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Picture to show size comparison to an IPod Touch:
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[/SIZE][FONT="]This is my first official mod and review. I didnt see too many in depth reviews that encompassed all the features of this device so I figured I would give it a shot and I apologize ahead of time for the length as I wanted to try to include all aspects of the device. Even though I am new to mods, I feel this is a must have for those of you that get tired of the same ole song and dance with having to care and maintain carts and cartomizers and constantly having to keep a bottle with you in order to constantly drip. I haven't tried any other juice or box mod so I wont be able to honestly compare this to others and will not speak negatively about the others, unlike other posts I have come across
I try to be as objective as I can and keep in mind what works for me might not work for you in terms of preference.[/FONT][FONT="]
[/FONT][/B][SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Equipment and Juice Currently Being Used on Device[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]I am currently using just a standard Dekang PG juice and one Tasty Vapor (15% VG) with a Joye 510 atty with a Super T Wide Mouth drip tip. [/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
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[FONT="]What you Receive[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE] [FONT="]You receive the device, the initial 6 ML bottle with feed tube, an extra 6 ML bottle, a 510 to 901 connector and an extra magnet that can be used as a spacer.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Juice Feeding System[/FONT][/B][/SIZE] [/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]I too was skeptical that the juice feeding system wouldn't work right, or would leak all over the outside and inside and wouldn't taste as good as dripping but I was happy to be wrong in this case. You just squeeze a little with your finger until you see some juice coming out near the catch up, then let go and the excess juice goes back in the bottle or is sucked into the atty when vaping. Learning curve is minimal. It uses a 6 ML bottle and has a teflon tube that goes all the way to the bottom of the bottle to ensure no juice is wasted. I havent been through an entire bottle yet but about half way so for and still working like a champ. So far, knock on wood, I havent gotten any juice in the mouth, even when I got a decent amount in the catch cup as it seems the juice will either go back into the bottle or be sucked right into the atty. Ryan (Kaji) did his homework on this design as it so far it is performing flawlessly.[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]
You also dont have to put juice in the bottle as you can just drip like normal if you were going to be trying a bunch of different flavors. The juice probably wouldnt leak down the feed tube but just to be safe you could just have an empty bottle in there. [/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[B][FONT="]
[/FONT][FONT="]Changing \ Refilling Juice Bottle[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]I have already tried this to make sure it wouldnt be difficult and it wasnt at all. There is always a learning curve with any new device but all you have to do is pull the bottle towards you, not too rough, slide it down, grab the teflon tube from the top of the bottle and it will all come out. Then just either refill the bottle or use the spare he provides and do the opposite. When putting it back I first stick the tube up into the device, and then insert it into the juice bottle. If I switch flavors I also just run hot water through the tube from the bottle. Until you get the hang of it you might want to have a paper towel handy just to make sure when you pull the tube out you dont get juice in the box, but it would only be a drop at the most but I am always cautious and figured better safe than sorry. A trick I found that helps is if there is some residual juice in the catch cup or atty connection just use some compressed air but make sure to cover it first with a tissue or paper towel and that will clean it right out. A Q-tip will work as well. [/FONT]
[FONT="]
[/FONT][/B]
[B][FONT="]Cleaning
[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]Well as I listed in the above paragraph I used compressed air for any residual juice in the catch cup or atty connection. Ryan advised you can use a window cleaner for the outside but the finish on it will keep it pretty protected.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[B][FONT="]
[/FONT][FONT="]Voltage Options[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]This device has the ability for 3.7 Volts using a protected 18650 or 6 Volts using 2 protected 16340s (RCR 123a's). So far I have only used mine for 3.7 so can't comment on how the 6 volts is but even on 3.7 using an all PG 18 mg juice I get a good amount of vapor as well as TH, I guess I am a lightweight. [/FONT]
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[/FONT][/B][SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Battery Life[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]The battery life is great, and so far I just use protected 18650 batteries which so far last me almost 2 days, I usually take a puff every 30 minutes or so.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[B][FONT="]
[/FONT][FONT="]Button[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]It works great and feels great as well, not too small and not too big. Since it was brand new there was just one or two times where it didnt fire right away and it had to be broken in a little (just about an hour of use). Ever since then it has fired every time. [/FONT]
[FONT="]
[/FONT][/B]
[SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Inside Device[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]The insides are clean and stained throughout and held together by earth magnets. So far the doors haven't come off but are easy to take off if that makes sense. There are no exposed open solder connections , the connections to the button are closed off and not exposed, the wire connecting to the spring goes up the sides and blends in and is out of the way.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[B][FONT="]
[/FONT]
[FONT="]Appearance\Quality[/FONT][/B][/SIZE][/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]The overall look is amazing and you can see the grains both inside and out and there are many different choice wood types (so far approx 6 I think) to choose from. It feels solid in the hand and isn't too light or too heavy. The actual box is smaller than my IPod Touch, see picture below.[/FONT]
[FONT="]
[/FONT][/B]
[SIZE=5][B][FONT="]Vaping On the Go[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]I usually don't vape on the go but feel it wouldn't be an issue putting this in a loose pocket or purse minus the atty as well as there is a recessed on and off master switch. There have been no leaks anywhere.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[SIZE=5][B][FONT="]
Customer Service[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]Lastly is customer service. I have ordered from probably about 10 or so suppliers and so far everyone has been great but Ryan by far has gone above and beyond with helping me with at least 50 + questions. These questions were not only about this product but also on other devices, juices, options, etc. I think him and his Dad are the only ones working on these and the demand for this device is really high but he always finds the time to respond to any question I have and most of the time it is only within a couple of hours which is remarkable.[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[/SIZE] [FONT="]
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[FONT="][SIZE=3]Well that's it, and I am no expert by far, these are just my overall opinions and observations on this device so far. [/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[/SIZE] [SIZE=3]
[/SIZE] [FONT="]Thanks to Ryan for making my first mod experience an enjoyable one. If anyone has questions Ill do my best to answer from what information I have.[/FONT]
[FONT="][SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT="]His site is located at:[/FONT]
Welcome to R&R Manufacturing - Handcrafted Battery Box Mods
[FONT="][SIZE=3]On his site there are also links to other video reviews of his first device the Journeyman which uses the same feed system.
[/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=3]
[/SIZE][FONT="]The main thread for his products as well as a lot of additional information is on ECF at the below link, Page 15 shows more up close pictures of the Alii device, the first page shows his other one, the Journeyman:[/FONT]
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...anufacturing-custom-ordering-now-open-15.html
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Vape On and pics are below [/FONT]
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Picture to show size comparison to an IPod Touch:
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