New Mechanical Mod advice

[ashron64]

Hey all,
I currently have a nemesis clone and have been enjoying it for some time. I have been having issues with it randomly firing in my pocket, even though the locking ring is screwed all the way down to the switch. I have played with it and can't seem to totally resolve the issue, at least not for more than a few days. I've been wanting to get a new mechanical mod anyway, and this just gives me a good excuse. Anybody have a suggestion for what I can get next? I want something that won't have the firing issues, and i can't spend more than $50, so a clone is probably the only option. Thanks

 

[Wraith504]

Make sure that the contact pin in the switch is tightened all the way down.

 

[ashron64]

It is. Still having the random firing. Most of the time I catch it right after I vape and i'm getting ready to stick it in my pocket. Locking ring will be all the way screwed down and i'll hear it firing. Only thing I can figure is the magnets are either dirty or worn out and aren't pushing the switch back out. I've cleaned it very well several times lately thinking it was just gunked up. Didn't seem to help.
At any rate, I'll keep working on it and possibly order new magnets....But I still want to get a new mod that won't have the same issues and use it as my all day carry.
I might be interested in a box mod as long as it's small enough to fit in my pocket and will allow me to sub-ohm. I'd be willing to spend up to $100 for that if such a thing even exists.
Any suggestions for mech or box mods that will fit my needs?

 

[Wraith504]

if your looking for a mech and a difference in the switch look for one with a recessed switch. Not sure on the sizes of box mods though, someone else can chime in.

 

[ashron64]

I'm unfamiliar with the recessed switch option. Do they still have a locking mechanism of some sort?

 

[imsoenthused]

Hunt in the classifieds for a used LP Reo Grand. You might want to visit reosmods.com and price the sub ohm kit first, so you know how much you have left to spend if you need to upgrade it yourself. Honestly, probably one of the best mods in existence if you don't mind box mods.

 

[ashron64]

How much do those box mods go for used typically?

 

[Baditude]

I have a personal pet peeve against bottom-fire buttons.

First, its an unnatural button placement. From eGo's to regulated VV/VW mods, all have a side fire button. The only reason mechanical mod manufacturers use a bottom-fire switch is because they are cheaper and easier to make. Shouldn't safety be a priority over cheap and easy?

Unless the bottom-fire button is recessed, these mods introduce an unnecessary risk whenever the mod is put down. How many owners actually lock the button each and every time the mod is set down? How many people have fallen asleep with the button unlocked and awoke when they felt the heat of an autofiring mod? Let's not forget that the mod which exploded last month at Vape Blast was a bottom-fire mod that autofired in the victim's pocket. Vape Blast had a vape blast



It will cost you $35 more than your $50 cap, but I recommend a Silver Bullet. A recessed side-fire button that will be more natural and much safer than a bottom-fire mod. USA made so in the rare event should it need repair, it can be shipped to the manufacturer to be fixed. A Kick sleeve is available should you wish to "Kick" the SB and continue to use the 18650 battery. The SB has been a classic for years which many vapers have in their collection.

 

[imsoenthused]

How much do those box mods go for used typically?

Cheapest I've seen was $70, all the way up to a little under the $156 new price for good enough condition and the right finish. In your price range it will probably be fairly worn, but they are basically indestructible.

 

[ashron64]

Baditude...I'm intrigued by the silver bullet. Does it have a way to lock the switch?

 

[DaveP]

Baditude...I'm intrigued by the silver bullet. Does it have a way to lock the switch?

I'm sure Baditude will be back to answer, but it appears that the switch button is recessed enough to prevent accidental firing unless you have something in your pocket that's shaped just right.

I wish I could retrofit my 2013 Ram 1500 remote. They put wings on the buttons so that you have tactile feel in the dark. I put it in my jeans pocket with my keys and walk around in a store sometimes. When I come out to get in the truck, it's already unlocked. Design is everything. The really down side is that it also doubles as the key, so aftermarket isn't an option.

 

[porkchopbun]

Was the rice pin still in the nemesis firing switch? If it's missing, it might be causing your firing switch to turn in your pocket and fire by accident.

Also why not just save up little more and get regulated box mod, 30 to 50 watts should do you fine.

 

[ashron64]

Yeah the rice pin is still in place

 

[ashron64]

Long story short I was a closet smoker and my wife didn't know. I quit smoking and started vapeing instead. She knows about it but doesn't like it. Any time I spend much money on it, it turns into an argument. I'd just assume avoid the conflict and pick up something less than $100 lol

 

[Baditude]

Baditude...I'm intrigued by the silver bullet. Does it have a way to lock the switch?

No. Why would you need to? The button is recessed and requires enough pressure that it would be extremely unlikely to accidentally autofire the button in a pocket. The button is designed similar to the buttons on elevators, so it will be extremely durable for a lot of use.

 

[ashron64]

So no issues with keys hitting the button in your pocket?

 

[rhean]

No. Why would you need to? The button is recessed and requires enough pressure that it would be extremely unlikely to accidentally autofire the button in a pocket. The button is designed similar to the buttons on elevators, so it will be extremely durable for a lot of use.

Ooh, that's really cool. btw, recessed buttons are excellent things. At this point I wouldn't buy anything that requires fiddling with the lock ring.

So no issues with keys hitting the button in your pocket?

I've never had a recessed button accidentally fire on me, and I've gone camping and hiking with these things. I also do not keep them near anything metallic, like keys.

 

[ashron64]

I read somewhere about using protected batteries with the silver bullet. Could I use the Sony batteries I have? Don't remember the model number but they are the 18650, 30 amp, 2600 mah.

 

[ashron64]

Does anyone know if there is a decent box mod out there for under 100 that will allow sub ohms?

 

[jonny45378]

Check out the ipv2. It goes up to 50 watts and Vapes down to .2 if I remember correctly. It's nice from what I've heard and you can find it for less than 100 on places like eBay. Oh it also takes 1 18650.