Is It Trash?

[jdub57]

So I have had my vamo v3 for about 8 months now and I have really liked it until now. The threads are completely stripped. Not my protank or iclear or nova nothing works on it now. Can this be fixed? Is it even worth fixing? Anyone else had this problem?

 

[haden49]

If your threads are stripped, there's not really much you can do to fix that. You might could buy an adapter or something, like a 510/510 adapter, but I don't really think that would even help. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but your probably just gonna have to buy another one..

 

[Ace90]

I dont think that there is anything that you can do to fix the threads once they are stripped, when that happened to my first battery I tossed it and bought a new one. Maybe it's time to move up to the V5 or something new that you've been wanting to try ?

 

[edyle]

So I have had my vamo v3 for about 8 months now and I have really liked it until now. The threads are completely stripped. Not my protank or iclear or nova nothing works on it now. Can this be fixed? Is it even worth fixing? Anyone else had this problem?

That's a common problem I hear about.

I use protanks, but I use them on miniprotank bases so I don't get that problem.

Vamo Body Parts
google 'vamo parts'

oh! he has ego-to-ego/510 adapters too!

 

[yzer]

An APV made with quality hardware is one way to avoid this issue. The Sigelei Zmax V2, V3 and V5 have featured 510/eGo threading that is machined from a single chunk of stainless steel since last fall. Here is what it looks like with the top cap removed.

 

[edyle]

An APV made with quality hardware is one way to avoid this issue. The Sigelei Zmax V2, V3 and V5 have featured 510/eGo threading that is machined from a single chunk of stainless steel since last fall. Here is what it looks like with the top cap removed.

I'd like to ditto that; my zmax feels solid and hasn't failed; i don't use it much anymore because of the 1 button interface, but I did end up having to use it for a week or two when my vamo failed because of centerpin issues till I opened it up and fixed it myself.

 

[Btsmokincat]

I second the Sigelei Zmax V3 or V5. Very solid, simple and versatile mod for about the same price as a vamo.

Got my V3 here... Sigelei ZMax v3 Flat Top

 

[gandymarsh]

Sorry about your Vamo. If you can't fix it, don't throw it away. The circuit board can be used to build a vv/vw box mod. The battery tube makes a good battery compartment for an e-pipe. Lots of videos on YouTube.

 

[Phobernomicon]

Sorry about your Vamo. If you can't fix it, don't throw it away. The circuit board can be used to build a vv/vw box mod. The battery tube makes a good battery compartment for an e-pipe. Lots of videos on YouTube.

Agreed, there's some good parts in there still. It would be a shame to just toss it. There's a modding forum here with ton's of useful tips. Or pass it on to someone that could do something good with it. Sorry for your loss though. Look at it as a reason to get that upgrade you've been looking at.

 

[jdub57]

I have a universal air flow connector and it won't even fit on there. We'll I guess 1 positive note I'm always looking for a good reason to buy new equipment. ( looking on the bright side). Thank you for all the responses. I always get good feedback and info here and you guys are so awsome

 

[jstjoehere]

No threads no good. Try not tightening it down as tight with your next one. You just need it tight enough to make contact. If its loosing connection when you just barely snug it up you more than likely just need to swab the threads with a little rubbing alcohol. Clean the one on your tanks or what ever your using as well. You might take it to someone that knows how to solder and have it replaced.

 

[CastleRat]

this is what others have been using:

EGO to EGO 510 Atomizer Adapter : L Js E-Smokes, Electronic Cigarettes

This will work if the outer ( EGO ) threads are intact.

 

[yzer]

A lot of APVs use brass or other soft metal threading, not just Vamo. Brass is easier and less expensive to machine than steel. Most of these brass fittings have been plated with nickel or chrome. Plating will reduce tarnishing of the brass but will not make it harder.

 

[v1k1ng1001]

Yeah, if you get that adapter and/or tanks with ego threading you may be able to salvage it by simply using the ego threads.

That said, it's mostly trash and it's a good excuse to buy something better after which you can use your vamo as a back up.

 

[Debased27]

I came here to ask a similar question. I've had two eGo-C Twist batteries (sorry, I'm using layman's terms) lose their threading. Now they don't fit on the charger or on my Nautilus. I guess they are both worthless to me now.

 

[pressman57]

Um, this may be a dumb question, but couldn't you just run a tap over the threads?

 

[pressman57]

And what kind of cheap-... outfit uses brass threads?

 

[jesi]

I had two vamo v2, both wont fire.
If i remember righ, it gives error for shorted, but i did take chip out from tube and check that no shorts, but not firing any atty, i trowed chips to trash can

 

[maurolandia]

I have tje zmax v5 and love it. A guy told me that I should use something to take care of the threads, but dont know what... ideas?

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[Marc411]

Vivid has the replacement parts.... I think this is what you are looking for but not sure. Sorry if I got it wrong.

Vamo V5/V3 510/Ego Connection $6.99 - VividSmoke.com