Omg how do I pick a new rba?

[bander68]

I've been using a basic reo grand since 2011 with an rb2 single coil setup. I recently broke one of my 2 rbas and decided to order a new one .. But things have changed dramatically over the last 5 years since I used to hang out here. I love the simplicity of my grands, and intend to send them in to get milled down to lp, but I have no idea which rba I should order. I don't need multiple coils or anything fancy, just one simple coil I can crank out every few months when I need it. I am not interested in the $100+ models. Give me simple and basic advice, please. Thanks!

 

[bombastinator]

Pulse 22? Lots of options

 

[jifjifjif]

It sounds like you are a mouth to lung vaper looking for a small chamber flavor atomizer for single coils.

My recommendation, if this is correct, would be the o little 16 clone from fasttech. Get the BF model (bottom fed)

 

[kas122461]

I've been using a basic reo grand since 2011 with an rb2 single coil setup. I recently broke one of my 2 rbas and decided to order a new one .. But things have changed dramatically over the last 5 years since I used to hang out here. I love the simplicity of my grands, and intend to send them in to get milled down to lp, but I have no idea which rba I should order. I don't need multiple coils or anything fancy, just one simple coil I can crank out every few months when I need it. I am not interested in the $100+ models. Give me simple and basic advice, please. Thanks!

I think that you mean you were using the RM2 attys. I have not bought these myself but from what I read they are very simular, and the correct diameter to fit in the well.

YFTK Strike Style RDA 14mm Black Rebuildable Atomizer w/ BF Pin

There are a lot of attys out there that would work, if you do get them milled down, I think these are the right diameter if you don't.

KAS

 

[puffon]

These will also fit a non-LP Grand:
Kindbright Hellfire Viper V2 Style Silver 316SS 14mm BF RDA

$11.89 Kindbright Hellfire Viper V2 Styled RDA Rebuildable Dripping Atomizer - 316 stainless steel / 14mm diameter / w/ BF pin at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

 

[mackman]

Those are really good recommendations if you have been using a RM2 for all these years.

 

[Papa_Lazarou]

I've really gotta recommend the Viper if you want to keep the vape experience as close to the same as possible.

The O-16 is a tremendous atty, but excels when it's a little looser draw. If you are at all interested in experimenting with getting a bigger, airier vape while preserving the tighter mouth to lung style that the RM2 afforded (it has a pretty broad range adjustable air flow), the O-16 will give you a greater range of vape styles.

If you want a more comprehensive list of 14 - 16 mm atties (we're talking flavour-first, not big vapour type deals, which would seem to suit you), @Vapefiend is your man. He has a stellar collection and knows them all quite well.

 

[JimzDogz]

The problem with the Reo mod you have, is the 510 will only allow for use of atomizers less than 15 mm at the base. Their are very few attys that fit in that range. Reo does have the REO P67 mod with a flat top that allows for the use of attys up to 22mm. But at over $200.00 it's ridiculously priced for a simple mech mod. You my need to upgrade your mod to something that will accept a 22mm or larger atty. That would open up the full spectrum of attys available to you. I went through your predicament a couple of years back, when my Reo Grand VV finally died for good.

 

[CMD-Ky]

I use this to replace an RM2 that the post spins on. Wasp Nano, very easy build with adjustable air, single coil.

Wasp Nano RDA by Oumier

 

[Vapefiend]

I've really gotta recommend the Viper if you want to keep the vape experience as close to the same as possible.

The O-16 is a tremendous atty, but excels when it's a little looser draw. If you are at all interested in experimenting with getting a bigger, airier vape while preserving the tighter mouth to lung style that the RM2 afforded (it has a pretty broad range adjustable air flow), the O-16 will give you a greater range of vape styles.

If you want a more comprehensive list of 14 - 16 mm atties (we're talking flavour-first, not big vapour type deals, which would seem to suit you), @Vapefiend is your man. He has a stellar collection and knows them all quite well.

I’m your guy.. my name should be flavorfiend

 

[Papa_Lazarou]

The problem with the Reo mod you have, is the 510 will only allow for use of atomizers less than 15 mm at the base. Their are very few attys that fit in that range. Reo does have the REO P67 mod with a flat top that allows for the use of attys up to 22mm. But at over $200.00 it's ridiculously priced for a simple mech mod. You my need to upgrade your mod to something that will accept a 22mm or larger atty. That would open up the full spectrum of attys available to you. I went through your predicament a couple of years back, when my Reo Grand VV finally died for good.

Just to note: the catch cup on a no-LP REO can be milled down to allow for use of any size atty. This can be done either by the spa or by yourself with a metal file. The mod body is made of easily worked aluminium - just mark the desired height on the outside of catch cup (marker or tape will work) and make sure you file flat to the surface. Takes about 20 mins with stopping regularly to check your work. I use a second cut file (med coarseness) until I get close to the desired height and then a fine cut file to finish. A lot of files available at most any hardware store have these two cut styles on either side of the same file and don't cost much.

Also, note that the finish of the catch cup will be removed no matter the process used. For some that's no problem, other take issue with bare metal on their mods (even tho it's often covered by a larger atty, presumably the reason for the LP mod in the first place).

 

[Vapefiend]

Look man the options for standard grands are less than LP but I can help you find a good amount of attys to fit in that standard catchcup if you don’t want to give it a haircut

 

[muzichead]

The problem with the Reo mod you have, is the 510 will only allow for use of atomizers less than 15 mm at the base. Their are very few attys that fit in that range. Reo does have the REO P67 mod with a flat top that allows for the use of attys up to 22mm. But at over $200.00 it's ridiculously priced for a simple mech mod. You my need to upgrade your mod to something that will accept a 22mm or larger atty. That would open up the full spectrum of attys available to you. I went through your predicament a couple of years back, when my Reo Grand VV finally died for good.

You obviously missed this part of his post!!

I love the simplicity of my grands, and intend to send them in to get milled down to lp, but I have no idea which rba I should order.

 

[Robinowitz]

When you get those babies back from the spa, you will be amazed with the choices @bander68! Heck, you might end up with as many small flavor attys as @Vapefiend has . Keep us posted! Good to see you checking in.

 

[bander68]

When you get those babies back from the spa, you will be amazed with the choices @bander68! Heck, you might end up with as many small flavor attys as @Vapefiend has . Keep us posted! Good to see you checking in.

Probably not...I'm not a collector. I'll find what works and buy 2 or 3 of the same thing...and probably stick with it until they die in a few years and come back here with the same exact question in 2025 lol.

From reading y'alls suggestions, I've decided to try the WASP Nano. As soon as my next paycheck hits, I'm getting it all underway. Expect to hear back from me either with praise or more questions sometime in late July.

 

[CMD-Ky]

I do the same thing, find something I like and back it up. Four Nano's from eciggity.

Probably not...I'm not a collector. I'll find what works and buy 2 or 3 of the same thing...and probably stick with it until they die in a few years and come back here with the same exact question in 2025 lol.

From reading y'alls suggestions, I've decided to try the WASP Nano. As soon as my next paycheck hits, I'm getting it all underway. Expect to hear back from me either with praise or more questions sometime in late July.

 

[denali_41]

I'd say get an VA cyclone ,2014 edition fits right on the SP no problem
only problem is,finding a cyclone anywhere

 

[Vapefiend]

I'd say get an VA cyclone ,2014 edition fits right on the SP no problem
only problem is,finding a cyclone anywhere

Indy vapor shop has them in stock

 

[SteamStack]

I'd say get an VA cyclone ,2014 edition fits right on the SP no problem
only problem is,finding a cyclone anywhere

Hard to beat with a standard coil! I've had plenty of those and still have 1 or 2 I think heh.

 

[Skunk!]

Authentic Demon Killer Tiny BF RDA Yellow PEI 14mm Rebuildable Atty
This is similar to the wasp nano but tiny. 14mm