Mechanical reos will be seeing some upgrades

[super_X_drifter]

How did you remove the juice spike/ 510 connection?

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Paul, after trying diligently to unscrew the nipple and failing, I decided to just snap it off like Rob does in his video. I did everything just like he does it there.

I actually just watched that video and realized that the gasket was still in my 510. I promptly removed it.

The 510 itself stays in

Now I hope I am as successful with the rebuild

 

[Timbuck55]

Oh the anticipation of owning my first reo is killing me lol

 

[reoluvr]

I'll try that Russ. Thanks . Just hoping I don't mess it up. The other parts are easy but I'm a little worried about the nipple 510

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[e30ernest]

The rebuild is actually easier than it looks. Just follow Rob's video and you'll be fine. I was nervous before my first rebuild but it turned out easier than I thought.

 

[mwdenko]

Thursday for me as well. I'll see if I can get a video up somewhere to show before and after..

 

[BlueSnake]

I really expect to see most receive the kits tomorrow even though tracking says Thursday.

 

[Bigflyrodder]

So, what am I supposed to do with this gold spring, little gold tab thing, pin, button, bottle/cap/tube that just came in the mail today?

 

[sedge]

My tracking says Wednesday to Calif. Can't wait.

 

[sedge]

So, what am I supposed to do with this gold spring, little gold tab thing, pin, button, bottle/cap/tube that just came in the mail today?

Smother it in Noalox.





Kidding

 

[BlueSnake]

So, what am I supposed to do with this gold spring, little gold tab thing, pin, button, bottle/cap/tube that just came in the mail today?

Do you really want us to tell you what to do with it?

 

[Bigflyrodder]

I also mistakenly ordered 3 firing buttons, they look identical to the one in the kit. If they are I may keep one as a spare, if not anyone need a button? lol.... I'll send it to ya free of charge, just let me know.

 

[Bigflyrodder]

Do you really want us to tell you what to do with it?

That sounds uncomfortable...

 

[Raynman]

I've waited so long already what is another week. I tried to order one when I got my 2nd and 3rd but it wasn't ready yet. Now I'll give Rob an extra week before I order to let things settle a bit. I'll need 3 kits, a LP SO TRA Grand, two Brass RM2s for my woods, a LP RM2 for the TRA, a few extra springs, and an aluminum button cover. Then whatever else I need that I can't think of right now. Rob might need a truck just for my order but he'll get the last laugh because polishing the button cover to match the polished TRA will be a major PITA. (aka a labor of love)

 

[ancient puffer]

I too ordered mine. I just find it hard to believe there is so much excitement and tension over a couple of pieces of metal. I think it's great but not earth shattering. JMHO

I'm not "excited" but I did order enough kits for each of my grands. I don't vape subohm, so the only possible benefit I "may" see is extended vape time (given that I file/noalox maybe once every 6 months). However, I'm unable to measure ANY voltage drop on my TRA grand, getting 4.07 v across the 510 connector, and 4.07 v directly from the battery (5 hours into a fresh battery, 1.6 ohm coil). And that's with a Shortstop installed, so I'll really be surprised if I can see any difference.

3 years in REOVille, and I just figured it was time for rebuild kits, "just in case". I had ordered 1 a few weeks ago, but when these became available, I figured I'd get one for each grand. I'll probably order 2 for my 14500 minis when they become available, as well, just in keeping with the "backups for backups" mode of operation.

 

[Bigflyrodder]

I'm still very new to Reos, what is a "TRA Grand"?

 

[ancient puffer]

TRA=tumbled raw aluminum, i.e., no paint or finish on it at all. Don't feel bad, I owned one for months before I knew what "TRA" was

 

[Bigflyrodder]

Ah, makes perfect sense! Thank you for letting me know.

I have a silver vv, certainly seems "raw" to me but wouldn't call it tumbled.

 

[ancient puffer]

I have a silver mini (14500) and its a smooth finish, anodized I believe. On the TRA, you can actually see a gazillion tiny scratches in the surface (if you hold it at an angle). Even though it's "scratched", it's as smooth to the touch as the silver anodized one.

 

[fullsleeve]

are flat tops going to work with the new sub ohm kits?

 

[FACE MEAT]

are flat tops going to work with the new sub ohm kits?

Yes. Rob stated that he's been running a flat top with the SO pin without issue.