Focalecig ... A new Fasttech??

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bsoplinger

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Just noticed the Kato 18500 versions in the new items list. Is it me or did they make a mistake? Looks like a cut down version of the 18650 version, but they cut down from the top when they should have cut down from the bottom. The way it is now the atomizer will stick way out. Or is this old news?

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Just noticed the Kato 18500 versions in the new items list. Is it me or did they make a mistake? Looks like a cut down version of the 18650 version, but they cut down from the top when they should have cut down from the bottom. The way it is now the atomizer will stick way out. Or is this old news?

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I can't think that was an accident. I have a 18650 Kato and with the lack of a booster seat, if you will, for the atty it sits pretty low. Nikki made a comment awhile back that it feels odd having your hand that close to your face to vape and it kind of does. Most drippers would sit below the upper band to hold it. I really love my Kato and it has been in my rotation since I got it but the logistics could have been better planned.
Drifter did come up with a solution that a few of us have used in a booster seat contraption but there should be one included in the purchase for that purpose.
 

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So I just made my first Purchase with focalecig, an acerig manhattan and lancia rda from the US warehouse. However, I didn't get an order number nor can I view my order under my account. Is this normal?

My order took a day before it showed up on my account. I don't think it helped that my paypal address and email address were different.

Haha, my paypal address and email address are different as well. The site seems kinda sketchy.. but it looks like its all good.

From Nikki's Blog
If you choose to create a Focalecig account, please make sure you do so with the same email address that is attached to your Paypal account. If you use an email address other than the email attached to your Paypal account, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE LINKED TO THE ACCOUNT YOU CREATED.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blogs/nikkita6/6124-focalecig-com-member-guide-shopping.html

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I have to thank you Drifter! all those great photos you posted gave me the info I need to put a DNA40 into my wotofo. awesome job man!!! cheers...

Cheers M8 ;)
Glad my photos were of some help :)
Would love to see some pics of the DNA40 board up and running in your Wotofo once you get it assembled :D
 

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Thanks for the link! A little off topic, but does anyone know the name of this manufacturer?
I'm looking at a copper tres evo that comes in this box.
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Update: JM Mods? Now I'm confused.
 
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I will never buy anything from Amod again I don't care how nice it is. I really like my Wotofo but I don't like to deal with shady businesses. Why lie about it, did they really think no one was going to open it up and check the chip. The ecig market is already way over saturated. A move like this can kill your business overnight.

Agreed Agreed and Agreed! .. The Wotofo ZNA that I received is for the most part a great quality device, well constructed and performs well. The only issue I have had is that I get a "check battery" warning when using sub ohm builds at .7-.9ohm when the 18500 battery reaches half full, an issue that I do not have with the Robbot ZNA using the same battery and build ... but other than that its a good clone. But like you, I just do not like this manufacturer, they are beyond shady and are basically fools in my book. :facepalm:
 

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Also, I swapped the 510 bolt on my Robbot with the double adjustable 510 I got from ElectronicStix. Everything sits flush now. It was kind of expensive for what it is but IMO totally worth it.

How expensive was it? I also read the feedback of someone who sent their Robbot ZNA to HOH for the Evolv DNA 30 upgrade, and he is very happy with the result. He said it took 2 weeks from shipping to return, which is not bad at all. :)
 

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Ok,
I bought a Vamo 8 25 watt on the 18th, it is now the 25th and it is in Jamaica,NY.
I opted at the USPS site to get text messages every time the package is scanned.
I will hopefully receive it (RI) in a couple more days. That would be great time from China.
I will keep everyone posted.
Jees, every sentence here begins with I...feel kind of self-centered :)
 

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Here I was leaning toward the Wotofo for a Yihi chip and the adjustable 510 *sigh*.

Well, thanks much, Drifter for the photo. I bookmarked it for futuure reference. A ZNA is what I want most even if I have to wait a month to get one.

FC is sending me the kit for the SqR :). That earns them my business. It was my first order so I haven't spent a lot of money there. But, they were polite, and are making it right. Better than some other vendors here, that's for sure.

Also, thanks, Nikki, for your reviews. I've read quite a few of them now. Nice to have thorough reviews written by someone who knows what she's talking about, lol!

Glad to hear that FC did right by you hun, as well it should be. :) And also thank you kindly for your comments regarding my reviews, and I am happy when fellow vapers can benefit from my obsessive need to know everything :laugh:
 

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So I just made my first Purchase with focalecig, an acerig manhattan and lancia rda from the US warehouse. However, I didn't get an order number nor can I view my order under my account. Is this normal?

My order took a day before it showed up on my account. I don't think it helped that my paypal address and email address were different.

Your order will only show up on your account if the account is registered under the same Paypal address that you used at check out, as KTMrider has said.

You can email CS with the Paypal address used at check out and they should be able to give you a order# which starts with the letter Q. Of course now you will have to wait until Monday because FC does not work on the weekends.
 

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So I just made my first Purchase with focalecig, an acerig manhattan and lancia rda from the US warehouse. However, I didn't get an order number nor can I view my order under my account. Is this normal?

Just noticed the Kato 18500 versions in the new items list. Is it me or did they make a mistake? Looks like a cut down version of the 18650 version, but they cut down from the top when they should have cut down from the bottom. The way it is now the atomizer will stick way out. Or is this old news?

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You are correct, these are some janky looking 18500 Kato clones and I would leave it exactly where you found it :facepalm: I wish these Chinese manufacturers would understand that if they are not going to do it right, then they should not do it at all.
 
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