Attack of the (Kayfun Mini V3) Clones!

[Vinnybagodoughnuts]

The machining is better but apparently they are now sending a different version then what I received.

 

[HootOwl]

Got the black KM3 from FT this afternoon and have been trying to get it to work. I started with a Ni200 coil as usual and I kept getting Short or Check Atomizer. I tried this on 3 different DNA200 mods and a DNA40 mod. I broke it down multiple times and at one point, it caught fire with just the base on the mod. Not promising for a TP coil.

I ditched the coil and tried a Kanthal coil. It works most of the time but it does go to Check Atomizer every once in a while. The resistance jumps from 1.42Ω to 1.51Ω. I've taken the base apart and can't see anything wrong with it. It looks like this one uses a peek insulator. I tried with the afc screw out and it made no difference. I can't see any metal shavings that might create a short. The machining seems pretty good but it just can't hold a steady resistance.

I was having similar issue on both my Tobecos and found what needed fixed: take a SIX point 5mm socket (dont think they make 12pts that small anyway) and a 5/32 open end wrench (think that was the size) on the top plate or post part, and tighten the crap out of it. Squeeze that oring a tad, not too too much though. Then your 510 will stay dry and resistance will hold steday. Worked for both mine anyway, hope that helps

 

[HootOwl]

You dont really need that wrench on top, but makes it easier to hold that post or plate or whatever its called from shifting- where it can short you out, or cover one of the juice holes

 

[Nailz]

The machining is better . You get an extra glass and the beauty ring.

Not to sound like a broken record, but had that one on order, and fasttech emailed me and said future batches would have plastic tanks, even says in description -

• Comes with a spare acrylic tank

Pretty expensive if no glass tank.

 

[KTMRider]

I was having similar issue on both my Tobecos and found what needed fixed: take a SIX point 5mm socket (dont think they make 12pts that small anyway) and a 5/32 open end wrench (think that was the size) on the top plate or post part, and tighten the crap out of it. Squeeze that oring a tad, not too too much though. Then your 510 will stay dry and resistance will hold steday. Worked for both mine anyway, hope that helps

When I took it apart to clean, the center pin was loose so I tightened it with a 5mm socket (6pt Snap-On socket ). I use a small flat head screwdriver to hold the pos block in place so it doesn't short. I thought maybe I tightened it too much so I loosened it and neither position helped.

My 2 other KM3's work fine on all my mods after figuring out the afc screw was out too much but still well within the center pin.

 

[ricks]

When I took it apart to clean, the center pin was loose so I tightened it with a 5mm socket (6pt Snap-On socket ). I use a small flat head screwdriver to hold the pos block in place so it doesn't short. I thought maybe I tightened it too much so I loosened it and neither position helped.

My 2 other KM3's work fine on all my mods after figuring out the afc screw was out too much but still well within the center pin.

I use a piece of wire that fits in each opening to hold the positive block in place. I hear a paperclip works as well.

I put it in a U shape. Forrgot to say that, kind of important

 

[tchavei]

I not only agree but will add more: if that positive plate isn't bolted down pretty hard, for some strange reason, the plate will move when you close or open the juice flow = instant short.


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[Swampus]

@KTMRider Y'all know way more than me, but being the painted version, maybe paint got somewhere it shouldn't or a clear coat..
I'd try sanding the contact points and under the screws

@Sptz I got 2 of 4278000 and have no complaints with them.

 

[crss]

I dislike this center pin, since i snapped mine two weeks after enjoying my mini... Ricks is correct, i see a paperclip bent & used in these pix.
Kayfun Mini V3 Centre Pin

 

[DP2Raja]

Oh, really? Even on the $100 version you have to use a paperclip? Whaaaaaaat?!!!!

 

[HootOwl]

When I took it apart to clean, the center pin was loose so I tightened it with a 5mm socket (6pt Snap-On socket ). I use a small flat head screwdriver to hold the pos block in place so it doesn't short. I thought maybe I tightened it too much so I loosened it and neither position helped.

My 2 other KM3's work fine on all my mods after figuring out the afc screw was out too much but still well within the center pin.

I was afraid to use screwdriver for bending the shroud/ring part.....China cheap metal ya know... but sounds like you are already one step ahead of me on all that..if not three

 

[HootOwl]

What mod u using it on ktmrider?

 

[ricks]

Oh, really? Even on the $100 version you have to use a paperclip? Whaaaaaaat?!!!!

I heard that The authentic's air control screw is too loose and moves on its own. Anyone's clones have this issue?

 

[Vinnybagodoughnuts]

Not to sound like a broken record, but had that one on order, and fasttech emailed me and said future batches would have plastic tanks, even says in description -

• Comes with a spare acrylic tank

Pretty expensive if no glass tank.

Yeah my bad. I remember your post but the description on the web page hasn't changed.

 

[Nailz]

Yeah my bad. I remember your post but the description on the web page hasn't changed.

Yea someone will be mad, just be who, either the person who gets a plastic tank or me when others get glass and I cancelled my order because told it would be plastic lol

 

[Vinnybagodoughnuts]

Well you are right I didn't see it but it does say extra acrylic tank. If that bad review is right it may have other issues now.
I am happy with the tanks I got so far. I haven't moved my airflow screws but have had no issues with fluctuations in resistance . I use PM.

 

[sark666]

Ok I'm still waiting on my mine from 3fvape but they are in transit. It currently says monday. I initially gathered from here that the clones were perfect, but what's this about a paper clip??

I hate it when something doesn't work as it should. Reminds me of 'oh just use some dental floss and you're good!'

Seriously, is there an issue on all of the clones?

 

[Swampus]

I haven't made any adjustments to the afc since first set up..only thing I keep messing is the coils..just cause I'm a noob and need the practice.. Liking the 2mm the best so far, going run with those a bit.

 

[Swampus]

No .. the paper clip is just to set the positive block when tightening the center post..

 

[ricks]

Ok I'm still waiting on my mine from 3fvape but they are in transit. It currently says monday. I initially gathered from here that the clones were perfect, but what's this about a paper clip??

I hate it when something doesn't work as it should. Reminds me of 'oh just use some dental floss and you're good!'

Seriously, is there an issue on all of the clones?

This is a very small issue that also comes with the authentic ones. It's only to tighten the positive block after the initial cleaning. You should not need this again, but if you over tighten the screw holding the coil to the block it might move.

Again, same as the authentic.