I have a question about the Provari, specifically about the centerpin. This is an regular point of issue with many many other brands out there, is it one with provari? Pins pushing, springs breaking, etc. I haven't read of it happening on the provari, but I also am mostly reading it as an ego issue, though I just had to raise mine a hair on the LT even though I've been mighty careful not to over tighten. How does the Provari avoid this problem? When screwing in "just enough to contact" are attached devices all wobbly bobbly? If it's not one then I may be sold sooner than planned....
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I haven't had any problems with center pin movement on the Provari
And I haven't read any posts from others having center pin issues either
Also, I always screw the atomizer on until it is fully seated
Never a wobbly or bobbly atomizer
And I haven't read any posts from others having center pin issues either
Also, I always screw the atomizer on until it is fully seated
Never a wobbly or bobbly atomizer
One of the little things I love about the Provari is how tight the centre pin is seated in it. It's almost impossible to move even if you do try to move it using a small eyeglass screwdriver or similar tools. I personally also use a sealed 510-510 connector or a 510-801 connector on it at all times, so that it does not get "juiced" up.
As for the wobbly tanks/cartos, I always screw my accesories on tight enough that they don't wobble, but never force the issue just to ensure a clean look. That is just asking for trouble, in the form of shorts etc.
As for the wobbly tanks/cartos, I always screw my accesories on tight enough that they don't wobble, but never force the issue just to ensure a clean look. That is just asking for trouble, in the form of shorts etc.
Ugh, time to figure out a budget and pick one up next meet. Digging the LT but the connector is feeling sub-par. Thanks for the replies folks.
Iv had mine serviced before for the pin being to low. It does and can happen. I will probably be sending it in for it again soon as well as the v2 up grade. I have a feeling mines a rare case because every time it gets pushed in its from a good fall.. ie 20 feet and up onto concrete
I've also had and have provari's the center pin has never moved or been a issue.Another thing is that juice will never leak into the mod eather this is the big points about a provari they are built great!
How long did you have it before it needed service? I doubt I'll be dropping it from 20 feet what with working a desk job, but any info on possible issues is good. I read only rave reviews of Provaris but know that nothing is perfect. Pretty sure my mind is made up anyways, I'm on a fairly tight budget but think it'll return in the long run.
Well iv had mine just over a year now and so has my ol lady.. hers is mint besides the normal wear from use like the logo fading out. Mine goes with me to work and I'm a cable line tech so I spend most of my day in the air. It's been dropped more times then I can count. Only thing that has happened are the 510 part of cartos and attys break off inside and the pin got pushed in once. I beat the hell out of mine daily and if I break a 510 off I just remove the part left and screw a new one on and I'm back to vaping... Long live the provari!!!!!
Recidivus, I'd also recommend getting one in the Black Satin colour, as that is a Cerakote coat applied on the unit. Look it up. It's applied on guns, and is virtually indestructible. The chrome is just chrome plated, and the plain satin is just bead blasted steel, both prone to scratching etc.
+1 on satin black, that is what my mini is, and it looks great and doesn't fingerprint/scratch. The provari center pin is fixed, it doesn't move like some mods where the pin is spring loaded. I see people often screw their atty/carto all the way down, really cranking on it. I'm not sure why, I mean I do like the attys to sit flush with the top, but if it doesn't it doesn't. I screw just until contact, no tighter than necessary. If you do screw them down too tight, you will end up having to pull your posts on your attys/cartos.
Not too concerned about my blue finish as long as I protect it with the DIY rubber sleeve.
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Haha I have the exact same grip, I just haven't cut out holes for the button and screen yet.
Thanks again folks, will be looking at the satin black finish shortly. As far as pulling a pin on 'mizers, that's dandy they're disposable, I'm more concerned with the tube having pin issues. Spring loaded = moving parts and if it moves it can break. Screwing in to contact on my LT results in wobble that, while I can live with it, introduces thread wear I am looking avoid. I've spent enough money on bodies now, know what my preferences are, and am in the market for something more durable/advanced.
Next after this is going rebuildable, starting low/mid end to get into the swing and (many) months later will invest in something more long term if required.
Next after this is going rebuildable, starting low/mid end to get into the swing and (many) months later will invest in something more long term if required.
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The end cap & atomizer socket on the Provari are machined from one piece of SS
Couldn't be more solid, it is impossible for an atty to wobble unless the atomizer is broken
Just get one
You'll like it
Couldn't be more solid, it is impossible for an atty to wobble unless the atomizer is broken
Just get one
You'll like it
The center pin is the reason why 2 of my LT's went into the trash today. I am sticking with my Provari, Legacy, and Icon.
Hello Vapers.
I was wondering if any "Provapers" could answer my two dawning questions.
1. My Provari is my baby and I treat it like Smeegal treats the ring. I noticed my center pin is scratched. Not like deep gashes but from screwing tanks on and off there is a ring. I thought it might just be gunk so like a fool I tried to scratch it off and ended up scratching lines into the pin. Is this okay? Or normal? It fires divinely but as always my OCD is just causing me to be concerned.
2. Can I pour 99% alcohol in the center pin connection? I tried dripping for the first time and got it all gunked up and my normal Q-tip cleanings can't reach the deep crevices around the pin. There's even a few pieces of lint. :/
I was wondering if any "Provapers" could answer my two dawning questions.
1. My Provari is my baby and I treat it like Smeegal treats the ring. I noticed my center pin is scratched. Not like deep gashes but from screwing tanks on and off there is a ring. I thought it might just be gunk so like a fool I tried to scratch it off and ended up scratching lines into the pin. Is this okay? Or normal? It fires divinely but as always my OCD is just causing me to be concerned.
2. Can I pour 99% alcohol in the center pin connection? I tried dripping for the first time and got it all gunked up and my normal Q-tip cleanings can't reach the deep crevices around the pin. There's even a few pieces of lint. :/
What's done is done, but I think you may be a prime candidate for using a sealed 510-510 connector on your Provari. It's what I do to avoid leakage and damage to the Provari's connector. Anything that happens, will happen to the attached connector and that can be changed for $2.00.
When I first noticed my center pin getting gunked up is after I found it wasn't performing as well as I was used to with no loss in ohms on the atty. I contacted Provari wondering whether I needed a new pin service and they recommended using a paperclip and rubbing alcohol to scrape the top of the pin clean. I did notice minimal scratching after removing most of the gunk, it worked like a charm & its never been a problem.
Just got my zap, flavor is not as strong as others report. Is there a break-in period? Otherwise, vapor and quality are outstanding.
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