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Are the clones just as good?


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I have had no problems with mine. I had originally ordered the authentic rba and it was nice, but decided to try one of the cheaper ones(less than half price) and they work well.

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You all might want to read some of the reviews about problems people have had with the "styled" or "replacement Subtank Mini..." used to describe cloned parts. Several mentioned that the bell caps' tube wouldn't go into the RBA, and either the RBA cap needed to be made slightly larger using sandpaper, or the tube made slightly smaller. There were also posts about problems with the RBA itself. Just a heads up!
 

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In my wishlist. Doesn't mention juice capacity tho?

This is me..... 9ML!

$9.76 Free Shipping SUBTANK Mini Styled BCC Clearomizer (Mini, SS + Glass (RBA V2 Coil) (9ml)) at m.FastTech.com

I'm filling four 4ml tanks every other day now, and they just barely make it.

I saw those huge tanks too but didn't see any replacement glass. One tip over on my table and its a 9 bucks and 2+ weeks for replacement then have a useless shell. I get tired of refilling the tanks constantly but it has to be done. I can vape my TFV4 or Merlin down in inside of a hour watching TV, the subtanks are even sooner. ;)

edit.. should also mention that you have to make sure you lower the coil into the RBA. I got a super nasty plastic hit once and ruined a bellcap from having the build set too high and melted the bottom of the bellcap chimney insert.
 

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DesertVapes is having a 50% off sale on many accessories, ALL RDA, RBA, etc. Here's the page showing authentic KangerTech STM bases, RBAs, etc. It should work on all of those parts, but to be sure...I'm going to try a trial cart there now. Code is DV50off

Accessories - Ecig Parts - Kanger - DesertVapes
 

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You all might want to read some of the reviews about problems people have had with the "styled" or "replacement Subtank Mini..." used to describe cloned parts. Several mentioned that the bell caps' tube wouldn't go into the RBA, and either the RBA cap needed to be made slightly larger using sandpaper, or the tube made slightly smaller. There were also posts about problems with the RBA itself. Just a heads up!
So you are not now getting the ones you posted earlier?

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I saw those huge tanks too but didn't see any replacement glass. One tip over on my table and its a 9 bucks and 2+ weeks for replacement then have a useless shell. I get tired of refilling the tanks constantly but it has to be done. I can vape my TFV4 or Merlin down in inside of a hour watching TV, the subtanks are even sooner. ;)

edit.. should also mention that you have to make sure you lower the coil into the RBA. I got a super nasty plastic hit once and ruined a bellcap from having the build set too high and melted the bottom of the bellcap chimney insert.
Here is the replacement glass for the 9ml

$4.47 Replacement Glass Tank for SUBTANK Mini Clearomizer (6-Pack) 6-pack at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

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You all might want to read some of the reviews about problems people have had with the "styled" or "replacement Subtank Mini..." used to describe cloned parts. Several mentioned that the bell caps' tube wouldn't go into the RBA, and either the RBA cap needed to be made slightly larger using sandpaper, or the tube made slightly smaller. There were also posts about problems with the RBA itself. Just a heads up!
Thank you. And yes I will definitely be checking reviews as always. I'm excited to see all the options but my very first STM (authentic) is still in the venerable hands of our illustrious USPS. Along with 7 authentic RBAs. So it remains to be seen whether or not I'll even want more of them. But I am enjoying the window shopping and am very appreciative of the links from the fine folks sharing the particular items that are working well for them.

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I saw those huge tanks too but didn't see any replacement glass. One tip over on my table and its a 9 bucks and 2+ weeks for replacement then have a useless shell. I get tired of refilling the tanks constantly but it has to be done. I can vape my TFV4 or Merlin down in inside of a hour watching TV, the subtanks are even sooner. ;)

edit.. should also mention that you have to make sure you lower the coil into the RBA. I got a super nasty plastic hit once and ruined a bellcap from having the build set too high and melted the bottom of the bellcap chimney insert.
Good points!
 

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I didn't buy anything for making the STM shorties on FT....except for the bell caps! ALL other parts I'll make them with are from my Authentic STM and TTM.

You guys need to read the reviews on those "Replacement parts" that aren't authentic KangerTech!

D..n dial-up connection isn't letting me load a cart at Desert Vapes to check on the sale applying to the parts I mentioned they had. But, if it does apply to them...and hers are always authentic...why buy cloned parts on FT, when her bases would be $3.00 and the RBA would be $3.50??? She's ihn the US, too, and her S/H is dirt cheap!
 

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I didn't buy anything for making the STM shorties on FT....except for the bell caps! ALL other parts I'll make them with are from my Authentic STM and TTM.

You guys need to read the reviews on those "Replacement parts" that aren't authentic KangerTech!

D..n dial-up connection isn't letting me load a cart at Desert Vapes to check on the sale applying to the parts I mentioned they had. But, if it does apply to them...and hers are always authentic...why buy cloned parts on FT, when her bases would be $3.00 and the RBA would be $3.50??? She's ihn the US, too, and her S/H is dirt cheap!
I'm getting my reviews right now from folks who are actually using what they're pointing me to. As stated I'm just window shopping and not yet sure if I want any of it. As for your sale if it's still going when/if I decide I want more STM I will certainly check it out. I've taken a screenshot of the code to make sure I don't lose it. Thanx bunches!
 

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Well, I give up trying to check those things out. Other people must be making the website hang up. Was on there today placing an order and had no problem going all over the website. My bet is "lurkers" have gone in and gotten them all by now anyway. They had the bases in several colors and the RBAs earlier today.

To clarify - I don't care one way or the other where people get their stuff. It's not some sort of competition to me. When I post about a sale or where something can be found...I don't get compensated for it in any way. I just try to help people find authentic stuff, when it's available for nearly the same price as the clones. My apparent frustration in posting sometimes is only because I can't zip zoom around on websites quick enough to not only keep up on here, but beat people to websites when they're buying up what I'm posting about for others. Rant over. :)
 

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I didn't buy anything for making the STM shorties on FT....except for the bell caps! ALL other parts I'll make them with are from my Authentic STM and TTM.

You guys need to read the reviews on those "Replacement parts" that aren't authentic KangerTech!

D..n dial-up connection isn't letting me load a cart at Desert Vapes to check on the sale applying to the parts I mentioned they had. But, if it does apply to them...and hers are always authentic...why buy cloned parts on FT, when her bases would be $3.00 and the RBA would be $3.50??? She's ihn the US, too, and her S/H is dirt cheap!
I am all for saving what you can, when you can.

Why are they called shorties? They look to be a normal size? And the bell caps are of interest to me, as I have not used them yet and may not, who knows. I am always weary of any of my juices cracking those types of tanks anyway.

And I had trouble with DV site also...will try later.

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I am all for saving what you can, when you can.

Why are they called shorties? They look to be a normal size? And the bell caps are of interest to me, as I have not used them yet and may not, who knows. I am always weary of any of my juices cracking those types of tanks anyway.

And I had trouble with DV site also...will try later.

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Yeah, plastic tanks don't much worry me. My flavors run from 0-3% no more than that. Doubt it could do any harm.
 

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DesertVapes is having a 50% off sale on many accessories, ALL RDA, RBA, etc. Here's the page showing authentic KangerTech STM bases, RBAs, etc. It should work on all of those parts, but to be sure...I'm going to try a trial cart there now. Code is DV50off

Accessories - Ecig Parts - Kanger - DesertVapes
I just got a look at the black base at DV and it does not say authentic Kanger.....look closely at the base and there is some kind of weird looking animal kind of thingy on it.

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