Is it worth becoming a mech wizard for skwonkers

[EIHYPI]

I have two rda's that I rotate exclusively that have the ability for a skwonker pin and that is the authentic Velocity V2 and the Goon 1.5. I also have the Dead Rabbit on my list. Being that I drip constantly I think that a skwonker is my best choice for my next mod. Money is an issue and the skwonker mechs seem easier to get my hands on than the really expensive regulated dna skwonkers.

I do learn fast when I apply myself to something. I have the ability to teach myself most of the necessary knowledge I need to to vape a mech. I don't care how long it takes but I I definitely would be patient with this and not make a purchase until my knowledge of ohms law and battery safety is coming outa my ears.

I'm not sure if it's worth it though. Maybe I should spend the extra money when I can get it and buy a dna skwonker. Currently my knowledge and understanding of ohms law and battery safety isn't sufficient for a mech but like I said I do learn fast. I am willing to learn. What would be the best way way to go?

 

[WillyZee]

it's always worth it when you become a wizard

 

[EIHYPI]

it's always worth it when you become a wizard

Lol I don't mean that I would classify as a wizard I was maybe exaggerating a little I guess. I meant more like that I would qualify to being able to safely use a mech.

 

[Walee]

If you're worried about working with a mech, these are pretty nice little units. I'm using one right now in the rotation:
Council of Vapor Wraith 80w Squonker Box Mod

 

[EIHYPI]

If you're worried about working with a mech, these are pretty nice little units. I'm using one right now in the rotation:
Council of Vapor Wraith 80w Squonker Box Mod

This, this is gotta be my next one. Thanks. For only 29 bucks I can't go wrong.

 

[EIHYPI]

I was deceived by looking at the wrong places on the internet that regulated skwonkers are hard to get and are too expensive. I was wrong with that. I was looking at this
http://www.geekayvapes.com/squonk-mod/
that made me think that. I guess there's no need to stress myself out to turn to mechs for skwonkers.

 

[Walee]

I was deceived by looking at the wrong places on the internet that regulated skwonkers are hard to get and are too expensive. I was wrong with that. I was looking at this
http://www.geekayvapes.com/squonk-mod/
that made me think that. I guess there's no need to stress myself out to turn to mechs for skwonkers.

Nothing wrong with mechs either. They have their advantages. But there are also other options. One little tidbit that is pretty cool about the Wraith is that it uses a pretty standard 10ml bottle. With a little bit of tubing and a drop or two of superglue you can have as many squonk bottles as you like. It will even work in TC mode but the temp setting is off a tad. I'd say it's about 30°F or so low.

 

[puffon]

Know your battery
Learn basics of Steam Engine
Build to not exceed CDR and allow about 40% amp head room to account for aging battery CDR drop
Check for shorts on an ohm meter, with cap and drip tip in place
Install RDA on mod...vape
You could start with a REO as it has a collapsible spring that breaks the circuit, in case of a short
I use both regulated and mech. Both have their advantages/disadvantages
Prefer a mech due to smaller size.

 

[EIHYPI]

Nothing wrong with mechs either. They have their advantages. But there are also other options. One little tidbit that is pretty cool about the Wraith is that it uses a pretty standard 10ml bottle. With a little bit of tubing and a drop or two of superglue you can have as many squonk bottles as you like. It will even work in TC mode but the temp setting is off a tad. I'd say it's about 30°F or so low.

I looked at the specs for the Wraith and it says it has a 5ml bottle.

 

[Walee]

I think I'm gonna a

I looked at the specs for the Wraith and it says it has a 5ml bottle.

Trust me, I'm using standard 10ml bottles in it. Now maybe the tube takes up a little space, I haven't measured it with a syringe. You do have to leave some space at the top of the bottle before dropping the tube in.

 

[stols001]

Maybe start with a regulated and then move to a mech while researching? That way you'd have two squonkers and get to experience both? I have every intention of using a mech mod....someday. It is nice that more squonkers are coming on the market, and regulated OR mech may wind up being your "perfect squonk." I think there are probably advantages to starting with a regulated, but certainly there is no reason to think you can't learn the safety measures that are needed... It's not difficult, it just requires a bit of research and I guarantee that if you pose this question on the mech mod board, you will get TONS of help. That's my plan once I decide to start with a mech.... read and ask all the questions (dumb or otherwise) that I have.

I'd enjoy being a Witch of Mechanical Mods, LOL. I would not have said that a while ago, though. As my skills expand, my comfort level increases, and it totally sounds to me like you could handle a mechanical squonker if you wanted, requirement number one, understanding that you'd need to learn the safety measures, LOL, you'd be surprised at the number of people who don't do that, even.

Anna

 

[HauntedMyst]

I can't say squonking is worth it since I rarely squonk (when I do, its with a Super T Vapemate) but learning mechs is well worth it.

 

[AzPlumber]

it's always worth it when you become a wizard

I think you have to be born a Wizard and only after you inherit the hat.

 

[Ben85]

The principles of making a mech mod safe are simple. I think people over complicate this as they fear what the result could be, but fail to realise that keeping themselves safe it actually very easy.

Read @Baditude’s blog - it has everything you need to know about mechanical safety. Then refer to @Mooch’s blog to find a battery suitable for the build you want.

Personally, all I ever use is a mechanical mod and since I have discovered the benefits of squonking, mech squonkers have become my most recent way to vape.

 

[Walee]

Maybe start with a regulated and then move to a mech while researching? That way you'd have two squonkers and get to experience both? I have every intention of using a mech mod....someday. It is nice that more squonkers are coming on the market, and regulated OR mech may wind up being your "perfect squonk." I think there are probably advantages to starting with a regulated, but certainly there is no reason to think you can't learn the safety measures that are needed... It's not difficult, it just requires a bit of research and I guarantee that if you pose this question on the mech mod board, you will get TONS of help. That's my plan once I decide to start with a mech.... read and ask all the questions (dumb or otherwise) that I have.

I'd enjoy being a Witch of Mechanical Mods, LOL. I would not have said that a while ago, though. As my skills expand, my comfort level increases, and it totally sounds to me like you could handle a mechanical squonker if you wanted, requirement number one, understanding that you'd need to learn the safety measures, LOL, you'd be surprised at the number of people who don't do that, even.

Anna

Ya really auta give it a go. You obviously have the smarts. It helps a lot if you like to tinker with things. I'm new to the whole process but sometimes "new" doesn't overlook the obvious. Get a can of good contact cleaner with no lubricant along with your first mod. Every threading, every contact point, can offer resistance. I have one "telescope" Smok Megneto that is a PITA because of the threads in the middle of the tube for the telescope movement. Too course of threads and too few. I can feel it start heating up now and then. Time to clean it up. Beyond that, I've seen everything I've learned covered a kabillion times here. I'm enjoying the heck out of the things. Not expensive either. Ok, can be, but no need per form, fit, and function. My favorite right now is a tie between a Hcigar Nemesis and a Geek Vape Black Ring Plus. Great starters as they both come with 510 connectors although the Geek Vape also includes a hybrid. Two cents from the newbe mech user, lol.

 

[Asbestos4004]

first things first...it's "SQUONKER"

 

[440BB]

I believe the general term is bottom feeder. One thing about the bottom feeder fans - they are a passionate bunch!

 

[stols001]

Argh, why are creatures from the sea so terrifying?? I have never been a fan of the ocean for this type of reason!!!!

Anna

 

[MyMagicMist]

I think you have to be born a Wizard and only after you inherit the hat.

Wait, there is a hat too? My buddy Spanky only mentioned the cookies, as did my buddy Train. No one mentioned a hat as well.

I'm using CopperVape mods. They are sturdy and easy enough to fix with cheap repair kits. Don't need lots of bells & whistles.

 

[KenD]

Learning ohms law, battery safety, mech safety etc is worthwhile in itself. I basically haven't touched a mech in two years or so, but I'll never regret learning to use them properly.

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