Kayfun threads crunchy

[ckim111]

Anyone ever get their kayfun threads start to get crunchy? I soaked it in alcohol and ever since it's getting harder to screw back on.


I'm hesitant on using noalax on the threads because it might come in contact with my eliquid. Any other ideas? Thanks!

 

[State O' Flux]

The first question anyone will ask you, because you don't define it... when you say "Kayfun" - is this a genuine SvoeMesto Kayfun model atomizer, or... something else?

 

[gpjoe]

Which threads?

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[ckim111]

Sorry it's a clone.

 

[ckim111]

Not sure why it would matter but it's an ehpro kayfun clone. Whatever the case, it was fine when I first got it but after washing and soaking, the threads are very stiff

 

[State O' Flux]

Not sure why it would matter but it's an ehpro kayfun clone. Whatever the case, it was fine when I first got it but after washing and soaking, the threads are very stiff

It matters because there are literally dozens of Kayfun clone variations, starting as low as $13... and low quality clones tend to have low quality threads. EhPro clones, as a general rule, are very good quality... so machining accuracy isn't much of a concern.

When bone dry, stainless steel parts, with threads that are cut rather than rolled, can feel rough until broken in, so put a little Vaseline, cooking oil... or if you have it, food grade silicone grease on the threads (even juice will do in a pinch) - to lube both the threads and the o-rings.

Use it for awhile - It'll be fine. ;-)

 

[ckim111]

Food grade silicone! Going to have to find that somewhere and give it a try. Like I said the threads were fine until I washed it. Thanks for the advice!

It matters because there are literally dozens of Kayfun clone variations, starting as low as $13... and low quality clones tend to have low quality threads. EhPro clones, as a general rule, are very good quality... so machining accuracy isn't much of a concern.

When bone dry, stainless steel parts, with threads that are cut rather than rolled, can feel rough until broken in, so put a little Vaseline, cooking oil... or if you have it, food grade silicone grease on the threads (even juice will do in a pinch) - to lube both the threads and the o-rings.

Use it for awhile - It'll be fine. ;-)

 

[State O' Flux]

Food grade silicone! Going to have to find that somewhere and give it a try. Like I said the threads were fine until I washed it. Thanks for the advice!

I don't recall the words "food grade silicone" ever rating an exclamation point. Must have been one of those... "eureka" moments. ;-)

 

[ckim111]

Lol. I actually had no idea they even existed

 

[ckim111]

Oh and I just ordered a genuine kayfun because I love my clone. Let's see how the threading compares!

 

[State O' Flux]

Oh and I just ordered a genuine kayfun because I love my clone. Let's see how the threading compares!

If you can find a Kebo Russian 91% (and your budget allows for it)... pick one up, you'll like it.

 

[ckim111]

I got got it recently as well as the authentic kayfun lite plus. But I've been so busy haven't gotten around to building either one yet. Which one do you like better?

If you can find a Kebo Russian 91% (and your budget allows for it)... pick one up, you'll like it.

 

[crxess]

LOL - I actually went backward. My last purchase was a $14 Kayfun Lite clone.

Darn thing Vapes as nice as all the rest.

Maybe it's my coil building skills...........yea, yea......that's it.

 

[ckim111]

Lol. So why did you go backwards??

LOL - I actually went backward. My last purchase was a $14 Kayfun Lite clone.

Darn thing Vapes as nice as all the rest.

Maybe it's my coil building skills...........yea, yea......that's it.

 

[crxess]

Lol. So why did you go backwards??

Well, already had 2 Rocket tanks and got 2 Kayfun lite Plus. Decided for the price it might be something to tinker and tun on. A cheap project piece.
On arrival I stripped and inspected it. Did an ultrasonic cleaning and put everything back together. Darn thing looked good to go, so I tossed in a wick/coil to see what might need tweaking................NOTHING. Performs great as is.(well, the Coil screws could be better)

Vaping on it with a 1.4ohm coil on my cheapo Sigelei #20 right now. Strawberry Ice Cream and the flavor is incredible. Like enjoying a bowl full with no Brain Freeze.