Any word on a p3 version? The p3 connector is turning me off the 510 wimpy connector
Authentic Svoemesto Kayfun 5
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Oh, you have KFL's on the way. I misunderstood and thought you said you had them already. Sorry. What mod will you be using for these? And what kind of ohms/watts/volts do you like to vape at? It matters for the kind of wire you'll need.No, total noob/greenhorn/first timer.
Have not ever build KF anything.
Only Kanger ProTank coils, and some very basic drip atty...think WAY back.I camp out in comfort zones.
These will be my first KF experience.. Scheduled to arrive Tues, if the postal gods so deem it.
I don't even have coil wire yet. I need to figure that out too.
But, I'll get there. It's just been a busy week, and I haven't gotten all the ducks in a row.
Yes, they're on the way.
ProVari mini's. That's all I run.
I like 1.7 or 1.8 to 2.0 ohm, with my juices, I find I set mine to 2.9 to 3.2 v.
I like the bakery types that really gunk up coils.
I have 32 ga., and 36 ga., (specifically, Kanthal, A1 Annealed, round) on hand, but that's prob way too small.
(Sorry, don't mean to clutter your K5 thread, don't want to be a PITA.)
I'm reading over on your Mini V3, if you want to discuss there...that's fine with me.
. Whichever you feel most appropriate.
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While KM3 is well regarded for flavour (arguably the best in my collection), K5 seems like the most versatile Kayfun to date. It can easily adopt various builds, wicking methods and air flows. A bit tall to my liking, but looks good overall. My only concern is the flavour (due to the larger base/chimney), I hope SM did some magic there.
Stop! You're not cluttering up the K5 thread. Why do you think we are here?Yes, they're on the way.
ProVari mini's. That's all I run.
I like 1.7 or 1.8 to 2.0 ohm, with my juices, I find I set mine to 2.9 to 3.2 v.
I like the bakery types that really gunk up coils.
I have 32 ga., and 36 ga., (specifically, Kanthal, A1 Annealed, round) on hand, but that's prob way too small.
(Sorry, don't mean to clutter your K5 thread, don't want to be a PITA.)
Here's is what I would recommend. Get yourself some 28 gauge and 30 gauge Kanthal. Lightning Vapes is an excellent source if you don't already have one (link below). A 25' to 50' roll will last you awhile (it's cheap) and I think it's free shipping. You should try both since you are using a Provari Mini and here is why. The thicker the wire, the longer it takes for the Provari mini to heat up your coil to temperature (we call it ramp up time). This means with thicker wire you have to keep the fire button pressed longer before you can produce vapor. Kind of a pain for most people. The advantage of using thicker wire is the coils are durable. You can rewick without deforming them if they are thick enough. A coil can last months. There are other pluses and minuses but it's not important for now. Remember, the lower the gauge number the thicker the wire. 28 gauge is thicker than 30 gauge. It's a good gauge for durability but takes longer to ramp up versus 30 gauge. This might be a problem for you. That is why you should also get some 30 gauge. That will ramp up nicely. Only problem is the 30 gauge can get beat up during the rewicking process f you're not careful. So there are tradeoffs and this is why you should get both sizes to see which works best for you. Here is the wire link Kanthal A1 Resistance Wire (Even Gauges)
Also, you'll need something to wrap your wire around to make the coils. Do you have any drill bits?
We've been spoiled with this KM3 so I don't want to sacrifice flavor with the K5. Q says they are the same which is encouraging.
If they don't trap, I don't see how much they help. Now if you go around the screws like normally, then I think they will help because it will keep the wires from pushing outwards. But I see pics of the wires on the outside?
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I'm thinking you thread your wire between the screw and the arm then wrap it around to the other side and wrap it around the other arm to simple hold the wire in place so as to free up a hand for tightening.
I use 28 ga Kanthal, and i see no reason using the arms. I think the coil can be tightened directly under the screws and the arms will keep the wire in place. They can come in handy while using clapton coils.
I hope so too. Got my Squape x a few weeks ago and it is not what I expected. It has a totally different characteristics from the Squape as I have gotten to love. The side airflow does nothing to improve on the flavour, plenty of airflow but not for MtL. Dual coil build is ok but for single I still prefer my mini v3.
OhStop! You're not cluttering up the K5 thread. Why do you think we are here?
Here's is what I would recommend. Get yourself some 28 gauge and 30 gauge Kanthal. Lightning Vapes is an excellent source if you don't already have one (link below). A 25' to 50' roll will last you awhile (it's cheap) and I think it's free shipping. You should try both since you are using a Provari Mini and here is why. The thicker the wire, the longer it takes for the Provari mini to heat up your coil to temperature (we call it ramp up time). This means with thicker wire you have to keep the fire button pressed longer before you can produce vapor. Kind of a pain for most people. The advantage of using thicker wire is the coils are durable. You can rewick without deforming them if they are thick enough. A coil can last months. There are other pluses and minuses but it's not important for now. Remember, the lower the gauge number the thicker the wire. 28 gauge is thicker than 30 gauge. It's a good gauge for durability but takes longer to ramp up versus 30 gauge. This might be a problem for you. That is why you should also get some 30 gauge. That will ramp up nicely. Only problem is the 30 gauge can get beat up during the rewicking process f you're not careful. So there are tradeoffs and this is why you should get both sizes to see which works best for you. Here is the wire link Kanthal A1 Resistance Wire (Even Gauges)
Also, you'll need something to wrap your wire around to make the coils. Do you have any drill bits?
BLESS YOU!! Thanks so much for the low down!! I was a florist before I went to work in an office, and for a time, I had a home based jewelry business, I've used all sorts of wire, not for electrical purposes, different type of wire altogether, but I think that the gauge sizes are fairly standard, so I did know about smaller number/larger sized...otherwise...I have a lot to learn.
I'll get that ordered, and stop at Sally's to get some wicking material, so I can at least start playing with these new toys.
Tools, yes. We have every tool and gadget known to man...if not, any excuse will do with my DH.
I told him I was going to need some teeny tiny screw drivers, he appeared with a boxed SET of them that I could keep. I'm sure it wasn't any of his "good" stuff, he said it came free with something else. Even so, there are a variety of screw drivers, some are (probably) tiny enough to access a gnats rear end, so hopefully there will be whatever I need there.
I'd also told him I might need access to a torch (of some sort), he looked at me like I had two heads.
But he said...okay. 
...it will all be okay. (My new motto)
I'm reading through the SvoeMesto manuals, and will absorb and study all I can find, and the help here is absolutely PRICELESS!!
Have to run out for awhile, will check back in later.
Thanks again SO VERY MUCH!!!
Lori, you don't need a torch. Get yourself a pair of tweezers instead and give DH his torch back. Don't need you burning down your kitchen. Also,Oh
Thanks so much for the low down!! I was a florist before I went to work in an office, and for a time, I had a home based jewelry business, I've used all sorts of wire, not for electrical purposes, different type of wire altogether, but I think that the gauge sizes are fairly standard, so I did know about smaller number/larger sized...otherwise...I have a lot to learn.
I'll get that ordered, and stop at Sally's to get some wicking material, so I can at least start playing with these new toys.
Tools, yes. We have every tool and gadget known to man...if not, any excuse will do with my DH.
I told him I was going to need some teeny tiny screw drivers, he appeared with a boxed SET of them that I could keep. I'm sure it wasn't any of his "good" stuff, he said it came free with something else. Even so, there are a variety of screw drivers, some are (probably) tiny enough to access a gnats rear end, so hopefully there will be whatever I need there.
I'd also told him I might need access to a torch (of some sort), he looked at me like I had two heads.
...it will all be okay. (My new motto)
I'm reading through the SvoeMesto manuals, and will absorb and study all I can find, and the help here is absolutely PRICELESS!!
Have to run out for awhile, will check back in later.
Thanks again SO VERY MUCH!!!
Last thing. There isn't anyone on here who isn't willing to help a noob get started with their rebuildable. So don't be bashful in asking questions.
Lori, you don't need a torch. Get yourself a pair of tweezers instead and give DH his torch back. Don't need you burning down your kitchen. Also,tellask DH to get you a 3/32" drill bit while he's putting his torch away. BTW, does any of those tiny screwdrivers that DH gave you happen to be a jewelers set? You know, those smaller ones than spin? If you're a jeweler then you know what they are. And being a jeweler and a girl with those skinny fingers you'll be an excellent builder.
Last thing. There isn't anyone on here who isn't willing to help a noob get started with their rebuildable. So don't be bashful in asking questions.
No, the set he gave me isn't like that, just normal screwdrivers. I googled, I think he has something like what I saw, I didn't know what it was though...I try to stay out of his tool boxes.
Might lose a finger...I'm sorry, I wasn't very specific. I made beaded jewelry, (much of it incorporated wire), I would have LOVED to have been a jeweler though!!
LOL's, okay...no torch, thank HEAVENS,
3/32: drill bit. . Thank you!!"Last thing"...okay.
So glad to know everyone will help!! I may need it. 
Lori, you wouldn't happen to have one of these laying around do you? http://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Wire-Coiling-Deluxe-Jewelry/dp/B0068RQ85K
Those jewelers screwdrivers are nice for wrapping coils. Here is an old tutorial I put together awhile back. You can see the screwdriver doubles as a mandrel. The one in the tutorial is 2.0mm diameter. The next larger driver is like 2.4mm. You can buy a set of these at Home Depot for like $8 or something.No, the set he gave me isn't like that, just normal screwdrivers. I googled, I think he has something like what I saw, I didn't know what it was though...I try to stay out of his tool boxes.
I'm sorry, I wasn't very specific. I made beaded jewelry, (much of it incorporated wire), I would have LOVED to have been a jeweler though!!
LOL's, okay...no torch, thank HEAVENS,
"Last thing"...okay.
Microcoil Pictorial - Simple
And you're smart enough to know that wives do not belong in their husband's tool box.
You people and your gizmos.
Works for me. I suck at making coils. This is the easiest way I have found.
You people and your gizmos.
Hey! This gizmo is one of the best vape investments I've made so far.
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