Official Squape R[eloaded] thread!

[nj1001]

I'm really interested in sourcing the next larger size center pin, thoroughly cleaning everything out, especially where the pin fits. Then tightly screwing the slightly larger pin in & seeing what that does. My guess is that it would improve conductivity & reduce our resistance variation problems. The Squape is already my #1, but if this center pin issue can be fixed it will be my end all, ultimate & only atty I will ever use... well it already is that, but you know what I mean.

To make it happen:
Step 1: calipers to determine the exact specifications of the original pin.
Step 2: locate machine screws preferably of silver or gold or something highly conductive and not corrosive which are the next size up and the same length.
step 3: try it out & pray we've fixed it!

I just sent Stattqualm an email asking for the specifications of their center pin & I mentioned my idea to fix the problem we've been encountering. Hopefully he gets back to me, but if not I'll dig out the calipers and start figuring it out myself.
I am interested to see what if any difference may exist with different metals too, like silver, gold, or the SS it uses.

 

[nj1001]

Squape like all tanks does have it quirks but I can live with them and say have a sure fire way to get it cleaner than I first got it. Shame I have a couple of genuine kayfun v4s sitting there. Cannot take them apart as several o rings are so tight I cannot take them part and far too much maintenance.


Bhoot

For your stuck/sealed kayfuns, have you tried putting a screwdriver or big enough allen key into the side holes to use as a lever to open it? Also, try tossing it in the freezer for a few minutes to cool it down. Cold metal contracts and helps to break apart tight threads. When warmed, metal expands which makes threads more difficult to take off especially if they already fit tight to begin with. Try these techniques and you should be able to get em apart.

 

[Yonjuro]

I'm really interested in sourcing the next larger size center pin, thoroughly cleaning everything out, especially where the pin fits. Then tightly screwing the slightly larger pin in & seeing what that does. My guess is that it would improve conductivity & reduce our resistance variation problems. The Squape is already my #1, but if this center pin issue can be fixed it will be my end all, ultimate & only atty I will ever use... well it already is that, but you know what I mean.

To make it happen:
Step 1: calipers to determine the exact specifications of the original pin.
Step 2: locate machine screws preferably of silver or gold or something highly conductive and not corrosive which are the next size up and the same length.
step 3: try it out & pray we've fixed it!

I just sent Stattqualm an email asking for the specifications of their center pin & I mentioned my idea to fix the problem we've been encountering. Hopefully he gets back to me, but if not I'll dig out the calipers and start figuring it out myself.
I am interested to see what if any difference may exist with different metals too, like silver, gold, or the SS it uses.

Great stuff! I hope you get a satisfactory response from them that differs from their normal few word reply that basically says 'no' FWIW, since using the squape R(s) on my new Radius I haven't had any issues ...touch wood. Obviously I am using kanthal though.

 

[nevillebartos]

ultrasonic cleaning sounds awesome, what machines u guys got? and how effective are they?

 

[drippaboi]

ultrasonic cleaning sounds awesome, what machines u guys got? and how effective are they?

They are awesome ... they get things immaculate. BUT they do seem to cause other issues as well.. Since I started vaping on RBAs I've had to replace maybe 2 O-rings (due to sheering damage from tight tolerances). After my first run of every RBA I own through the cleaner I ran into problems with swelled O-Rings (possibly from soaking too long in too hot water) and many issues with adjustable 510 pins (trying to get them back to the "sweet spot").

I bought a used Magnasonic from Amazon for about $25 and I think it was a good buy. I've used it to clean my RBAs, building tools, shake/mix e-liquid, even put a ramekin of Tarn-X in it and used it to clean every bit of patina off of my copper tube mods so they could gleam on the shelf.

Squape like all tanks does have it quirks but I can live with them and say have a sure fire way to get it cleaner than I first got it. Shame I have a couple of genuine Kayfun v4s sitting there. Cannot take them apart as several o rings are so tight I cannot take them part and far too much maintenance.


Bhoot

Do yourself a favor and get some non-marring slip-joint pliers like these. I've only had mine for a few weeks and they have more than paid for themselves several times over. The first time I ran my Squapes through the cleaner I didn't think to remove the decks and they all ended up getting stuck pretty good. Those pliers took them out with absolutely 0 damage in all of 5 seconds. So happy not to have to get all frustrated when things start sticking together.

 

[Bhoot]

Sonic cleaner. I have the James ultra 7000. Works fine. No issues.

Drip. Will have a look the soft touch pliers. Tried freezing, etc. broke and bent several screw drivers trying to pry it apart. My problem is that I never wet the o rings until I got the squape. They actually tell u do this so started doing it on everything.

Want to get a bell cap for the kayfun if I get the final part to come off. If not then already have the stro rda making me happy. Squape is my main. Most of all I preordered the dna 200 from wismec which take 3x 18650s. My istick 510 is dying at its not spring loaded.

Sonic cleaners. Honestly people can say what they want but when my juices start taking funky and a quick rinse does not work. A sonic clean and isopropyl bath later it's actually cleaner than when I first got it. Only problem is that I have ocd over the whole clean threads look. Maybe it's just me but I really really really like clean threads[emoji24]
Bhoot

 

[Crimthann]

I've had a lot of luck with TC using Titanium coils on the B deck. The only jumps that I'll get are when I remove the SQuape from my mod, to refill it or whatever, and then put it back on. I'm assuming it's from the center pin moving when coming into contact with the adjustable 510 connector. I've "fixed" the problem by just resistance checking every time I put it back on. Other than that it works great. Obviously a fixed center pin would be the best fix, but I love the tank all the same. Even picked it up a friend...

 

[nj1001]

For ultrasonics, I got this one
Magnasonic Professional Ultrasonic Polishing Jewelry Cleaner with Digital Timer (MGUC500)

 

[chrisz]

Center pin oring is not in the rebuild kit. Anyone know where I find one?? Mine is split in two.

 

[drippaboi]

Center pin oring is not in the rebuild kit. Anyone know where I find one?? Mine is split in two.

Which gave me the google search to find these replacement insulators for the Squape's center pin.

Product Description:

"This replacement O-ring insulator is used to replace the O-ring on the center pin. This O-ring will solve the "Jump resistance" problem perfectly."

I eagerly await @nj1001 's report

 

[fogmust]

Hi there,

A couple of questions to my fellow Squape users:

Has anybody here bought another RTA after the Squape that they like better? I am asking for the total package - easy to build, leak proof, flavor, vapor.
Second - what do you think Stattqualm will come up with and when?

The reason for my questions is that I have two Rs and one R(s) and ever since I bought them I haven't even considered looking into others. I see a lot of discussions about newer RTAs, but the real question is, am I missing on anything at all?

Thanks!

 

[ibndevilish]

Hi there,

A couple of questions to my fellow Squape users:

Has anybody here bought another RTA after the Squape that they like better? I am asking for the total package - easy to build, leak proof, flavor, vapor.
Second - what do you think Stattqualm will come up with and when?

The reason for my questions is that I have two Rs and one R(s) and ever since I bought them I haven't even considered looking into others. I see a lot of discussions about newer RTAs, but the real question is, am I missing on anything at all?

Thanks!

I have 2 Squapes R but not the RS version and 2 Aqua's V2. I love my squapes and not interested in anything else. Oh I had the kanger sub ohm the 25 ml one but the build deck screws stripped the post holes( never had that happen before). and have a subtank mini that sits collecting dust in my desk. I will get the RS version of the Squape when I become rich again If you are happy with the Squapes why look for anything else.

 

[chrisz]

Hi there,

A couple of questions to my fellow Squape users:

Has anybody here bought another RTA after the Squape that they like better? I am asking for the total package - easy to build, leak proof, flavor, vapor.
Second - what do you think Stattqualm will come up with and when?

The reason for my questions is that I have two Rs and one R(s) and ever since I bought them I haven't even considered looking into others. I see a lot of discussions about newer RTAs, but the real question is, am I missing on anything at all?

Thanks!

I've been looking at the kabuki, but its not a rebuildable. Lots of good reviews on it though.

 

[drippaboi]

I love my Squapes and if I had to chose just one atty, the full R with the B deck would be it. They hit on all boxes. Good flavor, decent vapor, top-level materials and machining, easy to build clean & rewick, not much to maintain. And they're robust which for me is a huge plus. StattQualm truly delivered the "all-day-every-day" atomizer they were shooting for.

But I have bought several others as I find the Squape lacking in a few areas. For starters, while the SQR gives excellent flavor - there are better flavor tanks out there (not to mention better looking ones). The SQR also gives a dry vape which I believe is partly why with some juices I can't even get 4mL through a coil before it needs rewicking.

Lastly - this one is a little backwards - but because the SQRs are so easy I find them pretty boring and they don't satisfy the hobby aspect for me. Once I got enough Squapes to satisfy my needs I started to venture out and get tanks I merely wanted. I have a small collection of dearly beloved drippers but I hardly get to use them anymore - so I've started collecting RTAs.

No idea what SQ's got on the horizon but so far their offerings have been fantastic. A new base specifically designed for TC that's backwards compatible with the existing decks and tank sections would be nice. From what I can tell SQ wants their SQR parts to be as modular as possible so something like this would at least be in line with their track record.

 

[chrisz]

Which gave me the google search to find these replacement insulators for the Squape's center pin.

Product Description:

"This replacement O-ring insulator is used to replace the O-ring on the center pin. This O-ring will solve the "Jump resistance" problem perfectly."

I eagerly await @nj1001 's report

Ordered. Guess I'm down to one squape for a couple weeks. Hope they work.

 

[nj1001]

I eagerly await @nj1001 's report

I wouldn't hold my breath for my report. I've been pretty swamped lately and it honestly hasn't even been on my radar.

... while the SQR gives excellent flavor - there are better flavor tanks out there...

Do tell. Every other tank I've bought after the squape always leaves me unsatisfied usually around flavor (but often other factors too) so I ditch it & come back to the squape.
My reasons for loving it are flavor, ease of set up & consistency, large tank capacity & good variation of air intake settings to even satisfy Goldilocks' preference.

 

[Bhoot]

After squape:
Stro rda
Velocity rda
Waiting delivery for steamcrave tank
Are there better tanks in looks? Not with a bell cap. Better flavour? Nothing comes close to the velocity or stro for flavour. Better tank overall? Nothing and I have £600 worth of tanks I am slowly passing on to new vaper friends and family. The simplicity and reliability of the sq is extremely hard to beat. As TC gets better the picture may change. Seriously hard to mess with a Squape d deck with 2x fused claptons at 0.4ohms with bell cap and 2x extensions.


Bhoot

 

[nj1001]

Right, but for tanks. I should've specified above. Dripping is nice & tasty, but I can't deal. I like to be on the go, I drive a lot and like to lounge with my vape without worrying about leaking on my clothes, sheets, couch, etc.

Maybe if some magic vape juice detergent comes out... well then I'd have to clean up a lot of messes, so no, even then I'd still stick with tanks, lol.

 

[Bhoot]

Never drip outside. Always Squape for me since I got it.


Bhoot

 

[Junny89]

I've got the steamcrave with the velocity style deck....awesome as it is, I still find my self going back to the Squape.
Then again the two are not comparable as the Squape is a genuine rba, whereas the steamcrave is primarily for subohming. I rotate through the two often though. (Offer different vapes)

On a side note, I'm using the squape with the B deck, wanted to know any point shelling out an extra £50 on the rs tank?

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