Introducing... my bottom feeding mod (MyMod)

[Tamer El-Meehy]

this is really interesting guys..seriously..even though I wasn't lucky enough to get one because of my car troubles I'm planning to jump on board the future runs..but to see the group working collectively to troubleshoot the issues with the mod and coming up with solutions is invigorating to say the least! Paul is really lucky to have such well informed clients..I'm sure he'll make the best out of it and come up with a killer mod!

 

[muzichead]

It may just be me, but If I had been in Paul's shoes I would've sent a couple devices out to be "real world" tested since most don't vape the same... This thing should have been test driven hard by a few people here first. That might have curbed most of the problems that have popped up. From the pics I have seen here there are just too many user replaceable parts on this and that just spells problems for the hoople masses that are out there. On the other hand, for people like Marcus this device is perfect as it can be customized to their liking, but not for the average everyday vaper though...

 

[Walter Ego]

Yup, Modder's Mod. Also what Pdib called the OliveR.

 

[Tamer El-Meehy]

It may just be me, but If I had been in Paul's shoes I would've sent a couple devices out to be "real world" tested since most don't vape the same... This thing should have been test driven hard by a few people here first. That might have curbed most of the problems that have popped up. From the pics I have seen here there are just too many user replaceable parts on this and that just spells problems for the hoople masses that are out there. On the other hand, for people like Marcus this device is perfect as it can be customized to their liking, but not for the average everyday vaper though...

I agree 100%...but it is what it is..the way to proceed forward is to learn from this and build on it.

 

[67Tele]

Keep in mind that when I ask questions I'm limited to a butter knife and a small shrimp fork to work with...

 

[paulw2014]

I think 90% that the shorts are caused by issues with the 510 insulator.

The 510 installed is meant to be used with an atty O-ring, like the one that’s included in the bag. That means one should place the O-ring underneath the atty before attaching the atty, to form a seal. Perhaps some people did not use the O-ring? I always thought the O-ring is required to prevent leaks, and I’ve always used one. But anyway, if you did not use the O-ring and screwed down the atty very tight then it might shear the insulator. That’s what happened to Walter Ego, given his posted pics. With the O-ring, there should be about a 0.5mm-0.8mm gap between the mod and the atty.

If you do not use an O-ring and you screw down atty such that there is no gap between the atty and the mod, then you should use the deeper 510.

My advise: don’t screw down the atty too hard before test firing. If you’ve already ruined the fuse then please check the 510 insulator and replace it if necessary. This should prevent you from blowing more fuses.

I included two 510s precisely because of lack of an atty standard (some has center post that protrudes out more than others), and different ways people screw on the atty. With the two 510s and different O-ring thickness choices, the mod should be able to fit just about any atty any way people want. At least, that was my intention.

 

[paulw2014]

When replacing the fuse, it's helpful to tighten the larger screw first (while securing the fuse with your finger), and then tighten the smaller screw.

 

[HeiSINberg]

Where can I get these fuses at anyway? Home depot doesn't have them.

Edit- Nevermind I got them.

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[DoomiteAsh]

Well, I've spent some time this morning taking things apart and seeing how the mod is put together. I don't seem to have an extra 510 in the bag of extra parts, although it appears that I have everything else in there. Guess it's time to PM Paul.

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[HeiSINberg]

Well, I've spent some time this morning taking things apart and seeing how the mod is put together. I don't seem to have an extra 510 in the bag of extra parts, although it appears that I have everything else in there. Guess it's time to PM Paul.

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I thought I was over looking something but I don't have one either.

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[muzichead]

I agree 100%...but it is what it is..the way to proceed forward is to learn from this and build on it.

I am sure it will all come together at some point and time...

I always thought the O-ring is required to prevent leaks, and I’ve always used one.

Can't speak for most, but from what I have read in the past couple years quite a few people use them to keep from getting atty rash on top of their devices and to line up the AFC holes, not for leaks. I don't use any on my grands because they have the adjustable 510 to line up my atty's...

 

[Train2]

One of the original intents of an o-ring under an atty was to allow you to "aim" the airhole away from your face. Specifically, I think it was an RM2/Reo solution - the oring gave you some flexibility to stop or continue another 1/4 turn.
I've continued to USUALLY put an o-ring under, but it's more from habit, and to protect the top of a mod from scratches.
Plus, I can handle an O-ring under, but CANNOT abide an air gap under an atty!

Looking forward to getting home, where MyMod should be waiting for me...I'll be gently with the atty - and I have a few I can try to identify which one fits just right...

 

[rudedog]

Didja check Ricks car?

uhhh he isnt my neighbor but id give him a fuse if he was...lol.

 

[rudedog]

this is really interesting guys..seriously..even though I wasn't lucky enough to get one because of my car troubles I'm planning to jump on board the future runs..but to see the group working collectively to troubleshoot the issues with the mod and coming up with solutions is invigorating to say the least! Paul is really lucky to have such well informed clients..I'm sure he'll make the best out of it and come up with a killer mod!

im a bricklayer by trade,so i just kinda copied what i saw drifter do but i left the fuse in and added the threaded copper pin.i have enuff knowledge to be dangerous most would say.but i have put together a few mods here and there.it hits hard as can be now for sure.when i put mine together i loosened the 510 set screw(?)pushed the 510 all the way up then threaded my atty down to where i wanted it(w/oring)then i tightend the setscrew.put the battery in and vaped w/o any probs so far.anything i should do diff??just used your post Tamer to put this out there but if you have any sound advice ill hear it for sure...LMK

 

[HeiSINberg]

im a bricklayer by trade,so i just kinda copied what i saw drifter do but i left the fuse in and added the threaded copper pin.i have enuff knowledge to be dangerous most would say.but i have put together a few mods here and there.it hits hard as can be now for sure.when i put mine together i loosened the 510 set screw(?)pushed the 510 all the way up then threaded my atty down to where i wanted it(w/oring)then i tightend the setscrew.put the battery in and vaped w/o any probs so far.anything i should do diff??just used your post Tamer to put this out there but if you have any sound advice ill hear it for sure...LMKView attachment 570197

Where did you get the copper pin? Unfortunately I have none laying around, could I just use the extra screw that came with the mod that's used for the fuse instead? Or does it have to be flat like that.

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[paulw2014]

I am sure it will all come together at some point and time...


Can't speak for most, but from what I have read in the past couple years quite a few people use them to keep from getting atty rash on top of their devices and to line up the AFC holes, not for leaks. I don't use any on my grands because they have the adjustable 510 to line up my atty's...

That might be the cause of the problem. I assumed everyone uses an O-ring for their atty and with the first batch of 510 I made, there is no room for the O-ring after the atty is screwed down properly. That’s why I made a different set of 510s. But this actually caused trouble for ppl who don’t use O-rings because if the atty is screwed down to the mod with the new 510 (installed), it will leave no room for the insulator piece and that part will be the first to go (get sheared).

And most ppl use larger diameter atty than I do so it's easier to reach the torque required to shear the insulator.

Here's Walter Ego's pic:

Here's how to troubleshoot:

There are plenty of spare insulators included in the bag. If you need to install one, you can try to use the end of a pencil or pen and push it down after centering it.

 

[element77]

Arrival and reference pics...the tiniest blade fuse I've seen.

Fresh out the bag, unmolested, I'll study it thoroughly before attempting to use it. Beta
Thanks everyone for all the trouble shooting.

 

[BobC]

As a bystander here not having ordered one (yet), I applaud what you delivered for the ridiculously cheap price of $100 Paul.

As long as there's a simple, workable solution to a couple of nagging issues, for that price, all should be ready, willing and able to make the adjustments

 

[ST Dog]

Where did you get the copper pin? Unfortunately I have none laying around, could I just use the extra screw that came with the mod that's used for the fuse instead? Or does it have to be flat like that.

The spare screw is working fine for me.

 

[ST Dog]

I don't seem to have an extra 510 in the bag of extra parts, although it appears that I have everything else in there.

I thought I was over looking something but I don't have one either.

It may be be apparent as it's not got a second center pin.
The large silver piece in this photo from element77