So I posted earlier about my poor luck with KGO's - had two from a starter pack from Virgin Vapors that were great, lasted over a year, got an Ego-twist replacement and that worked fine for about 3-4 months then died, got 2 replacements from Hoosier E-Cigs, one would charge but wouldn't fire, one fires but auto-shuts-off after a drag of more than 4 seconds. Got one good replacement KGO battery from Virgin Vapors that I am currently using, works great, ordered another, came in yesterday, and will charge but won't fire. Frustrated with the bad luck I have had with batteries, and haven't gotten any response to my post about ways to fix them so they work. Looking for a reliable, long lasting battery that I can carry around in my pocket. I am currently using a DCT tank and some resurrectors. Any advice on batteries would be greatly appreciated.
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I don't know too much about batteries, but check the connection between the battery and your delivery method. might need to *carefully* take a paper clip or something and bring it up a bit to get a better connection and fix the not-firing issue.
I will try that, but my main concern is that the button doesn't even light up when I push it. On the KGO I have that is working, the button will light up even if nothing is connected.
isn't there a warranty of some kind? I would send back for replacement if its still in effect, and get on another brand asap. there are plenty of 1100 mAH out there. there's a section of ECF for batteries you can lurk around- eGo Type Models
The new one charges, but the button doesn't light up when pressed? Was it shipped in the off position? (I don't mean to come off snarky, sometimes they are shipped that way).
ETA: In case you come back to this thread, try pushing the button 5 times in quick succession (it's supposed to be 5 times, but sometimes it can be 6)
ETA: In case you come back to this thread, try pushing the button 5 times in quick succession (it's supposed to be 5 times, but sometimes it can be 6)
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I would suggest getting a PV with replacable loose batteries. First they tend to last longer. Second, they cost 2 - 3 time less so you save money in the long run. Since you already went variable with the twist, I would suggest a variable watt Vamo, which would be a definite upgrade over the twist, but only costs $40. You can use both 18350 and 18650 batteries in the Vamo which will cost about $11.50. Plus the Vamo has a 5 amp switch which is a definite upgrade over the eGo model PV's with the weaker 2.5 amp switch. The Zmax is another option but it does cost more.
Good Luck
Good Luck
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The KGO battery was identified last year in this post. Bad news: minimum order was 1,000 batteries.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/tips-tricks/309576-kgo-disassembly.html
However, it sounds like your problem is electrical or electronic and not the from the battery alone.
Hoosier e-cig supply is a long-time KGO vendor. He has batteries.
Batteries and chargers
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/tips-tricks/309576-kgo-disassembly.html
However, it sounds like your problem is electrical or electronic and not the from the battery alone.
Hoosier e-cig supply is a long-time KGO vendor. He has batteries.
Batteries and chargers
When we purchase a PV that uses eGo-style batteries the battery includes the tube and most if not all of the electronics. That's why I use use an eGo-sized APV that uses replaceable cylindrical batteries. Plus, the batteries alone are a lot less expensive than buying the tube and electronics all over again.
I think eGo-styles have their place too, for me anyway. I take an eGo with me when I go out, since I wouldn't freak if I lost it.
Yes, there are advantages for eGo batteries, too. That battery inside the KGO is an Li-Po with outstanding drain figures. It's a solder connection battery and not easily replaceable by most users.
Yeah, I generally do too, unless I am a long ways from home, then I bring TWO eGo style (Spinners!
) in case I lose or break the first one.
I too, use an IMR 18650 in my vv Gripper or it will work with the previously mentioned mods. That said, I still have a 2nd carto tank on an ego Spinner.
Somehow I fixed the battery. I went to the link on how to take the battery apart, took off the button but couldnt get the casing off. Played around with the contact using a nail, and miraculously it works. Thank you everyone for your help.
Glad that post helped you! Loose wire connections seem to be an issue. Often that's cause by a cold solder joint.
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