REO Tips & Tricks...some basic troubleshooting ideas

[super_X_drifter]

I just rigged this up as a convenient and mess free way to apply noalox.

I took one of those pipettes that John so graciously puts in all orders from WL, cut the dropper part off, trimmed it down and taped the bottle portion onto the noalox bottle, like a quiver for the applicator arrow.

Now I will just remove the arrow, dip into the noalox, put on battery terminal (or REO firing pin) then replace to the quiver.

Hope this helps or please share your way to do it! Thanks


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[InhaleGal]

My mini has not been perfoming well. I cleaned it today and found that the gasket/insulator ring in the drip well/catch cup has a chunk missing out of it. Can i replace that myself? If so what do i need to get? I've been going through attys like crazy and just not getting a satisfying hit. Could this be the culprit? I seriously went through 4 Cisco 1.5 lr 510 attys in a week! Help! Thanks!

P. S. I think I've been screwing my attys on too tight. Darn. I thought they weren't making a good connection, so I just screwed more. Looks like I screwed my mini. :-(

On a side note, I NEED to get me a backup Reo. I can't believe I've gone this long without one! I will probably get the Mini 2.0 I see it takes 18490 batteries. Will the 14500's also work in it? Thanks again.

"It's not your Reo, it's you!"

 

[nerak]

My mini has not been perfoming well. I cleaned it today and found that the gasket/insulator ring in the drip well/catch cup has a chunk missing out of it. Can i replace that myself? If so what do i need to get? I've been going through attys like crazy and just not getting a satisfying hit. Could this be the culprit? I seriously went through 4 Cisco 1.5 lr 510 attys in a week! Help! Thanks!

P. S. I think I've been screwing my attys on too tight. Darn. I thought they weren't making a good connection, so I just screwed more. Looks like I screwed my mini. :-(

On a side note, I NEED to get me a backup Reo. I can't believe I've gone this long without one! I will probably get the Mini 2.0 I see it takes 18490 batteries. Will the 14500's also work in it? Thanks again.

"It's not your Reo, it's you!"

Sounds like you do need to replace that gasket!
Robert now has a rebuild kit on site for the REO's. You buy the kit and can replace the center post and gasket. He has a video that you can watch to see how it is done.
Might I suggest you go to the site and watch the video before ordering. That way you will know if it is something you want to do. You can always send it in to Robert for the rebuild.
Yes, you can use the 14500 in the Mini 2.0. But they are a little loose.

 

[InhaleGal]

Thanks so much!! If there's a video I'll probably be able to do it. I'll give it a watch. Is that maybe why my attys are barely working or stop working all together?

 

[nerak]

Thanks so much!! If there's a video I'll probably be able to do it. I'll give it a watch. Is that maybe why my attys are barely working or stop working all together?

It can also cause a short and collapse your spring. If you have a multimeter or ohm meter you can check the attys before tossing them. It is really worth it to have the ohm meter for a quick check.

You might want to pick up a extra spring from Robert in case you need it sometime!

 

[InhaleGal]

It can also cause a short and collapse your spring. If you have a multimeter or ohm meter you can check the attys before tossing them. It is really worth it to have the ohm meter for a quick check.

You might want to pick up a extra spring from Robert in case you need it sometime!

I do have a multimeter, but stupid me just got mad and blamed the atty's and tossed them before checking them! DAG NABBIT! You think I'd know better! I'm so mad at myself! BTW, THANKS so much for suggesting I watch that repair video before I ordered that kit. Oi Vey! There is NO WAY I'd be able to do that. I would jack something up for sure!

Is there anything different with the REO 2.0 besides that larger battery? I want one, but I already have a ton of 14500's. If the only change is the larger battery, then I may just get another regular mini. My husband thinks if mine can be fixed, why do I need another? Well he just doens't get it! I need one for this EXACT reason! I'm going to be once again without my "Sweet Pea" and only have lame ol KR808's. I NEED a backup!! Thanks for the advice about the spring too. Last time it was in the shop, I got some spare parts, because I had that spring collapse on me and was without! Thanks for all your advice!

 

[ltrainer]

Have you checked your batteries with a multimeter after they come off the charger? Are your first hits with a freshly charged battery good? When you cleaned your Mini did you lightly file the tip of the firing pin with a file and apply a touch of Noalox? Did you meter your atties with your mulitmeter? Could you take a picture of the gasket and post it here. It doesn't sound like a short as you are not popping springs so without seeing it I doubt its the gasket causing problems. My guess would be batteries or a firing pin thats not making a good contact. What ohm atties are you using and what type of batteries are you using. HOw old are the batteries. Sorry for so many questions but I think this info might help solving the problem.

 

[InhaleGal]

Have you checked your batteries with a multimeter after they come off the charger? Are your first hits with a freshly charged battery good? When you cleaned your Mini did you lightly file the tip of the firing pin with a file and apply a touch of Noalox? Did you meter your atties with your mulitmeter? Could you take a picture of the gasket and post it here. It doesn't sound like a short as you are not popping springs so without seeing it I doubt its the gasket causing problems. My guess would be batteries or a firing pin thats not making a good contact. What ohm atties are you using and what type of batteries are you using. HOw old are the batteries. Sorry for so many questions but I think this info might help solving the problem.

I'll go do all of the above and brb...

 

[nerak]

Have you checked your batteries with a multimeter after they come off the charger? Are your first hits with a freshly charged battery good? When you cleaned your Mini did you lightly file the tip of the firing pin with a file and apply a touch of Noalox? Did you meter your atties with your mulitmeter? Could you take a picture of the gasket and post it here. It doesn't sound like a short as you are not popping springs so without seeing it I doubt its the gasket causing problems. My guess would be batteries or a firing pin thats not making a good contact. What ohm atties are you using and what type of batteries are you using. HOw old are the batteries. Sorry for so many questions but I think this info might help solving the problem.

I think your suggestions are great! The chunk missing from the gasket is a concern though. Sooner or later it will start causing the shorts.

A trip to Robert for a replacement gasket will also include a tune-up. Your suggestions might give her some better results for now.

 

[InhaleGal]

Ok, here's all the info!
The two batteries that I had in my case, that were off the charger and just being stored came in at 4.10 and 4.17. One that I used last night came in at 3.78 and the one I currently have in my Reo for maybe 2 hours with little use, is coming in at 3.78.
The atty currently on my Reo is a Mr. E Bridgeless 306 1.6 LR, it's reading at 1.6. I also checked two Cisco 510 1.5 LR's. One that I put on 11/24 and used for four days comes up with no reading at all. Another one I just put on the other day, but is very weak hitting is coming up 1.5. My first hits with a freshly charged battery are good, but very few. I do frequently put a dab of Noalox on the firing pin. I've even tried putting a little on the tip of the battey. I just did the slight filing you suggested. Oh also the batters are the AW IMR 14500 600mah, the red ones. Right now, it's hitting good again, but I'm afraid it's not going to last. I just got these 4 new batteries 9/11/2012. So they should be good. I got them for RTD Vapor.
Here is the picture of the catch cup, can you see the little chunk missing from the gray ring thingy?

Also I'm not using Noalox brand, but was told by a guy at the hardware store this is the same thing. Is that correct?


BTW, my REO is hitting like a dream at this moment. The filing must have done something! But I'm still concerned about that ring in the catch cup.

 

[redeyedancer]

If its hitting good again you may have just had some oxidation build up on your positive contact . I cant tell from the pick if the gasket is bad I have a feeling if it was you would be dropping springs .Your welcome to send it to me but I would run it and see how it performs before sending it . The ox guard is fine

 

[InhaleGal]

If its hitting good again you may have just had some oxidation build up on your positive contact . I cant tell from the pick if the gasket is bad I have a feeling if it was you would be dropping springs .Your welcome to send it to me but I would run it and see how it performs before sending it . The ox guard is fine

Here is a picture pointing to where the chunk is missing. Is that the gasket? If not what is it, and does it need replaced? Or maybe I don't know what I'm talking about! lol


BTW, what should those batteries reading be at? What is a bad number?
Also if you can respond to the difference between the mini and the mini 2.0. Thanks again everyone for all the help! I don't know what I'd do without my fellow Reonauts!

 

[redeyedancer]

Here is a picture pointing to where the chunk is missing. Is that the gasket? If not what is it, and does it need replaced? Or maybe I don't know what I'm talking about! lol
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BTW, what should those batteries reading be at? What is a bad number?
Also if you can respond to the difference between the mini and the mini 2.0. Thanks again everyone for all the help! I don't know what I'd do without my fellow Reonauts!

Ok I can see better in this picture you need to send the mod to me for a rebuild .
The mini 2.0 has a bigger battery . The only real difference in the size is the 2.0 is thicker

 

[nerak]

Here is a picture pointing to where the chunk is missing. Is that the gasket? If not what is it, and does it need replaced? Or maybe I don't know what I'm talking about! lol
View attachment 159635

BTW, what should those batteries reading be at? What is a bad number?
Also if you can respond to the difference between the mini and the mini 2.0. Thanks again everyone for all the help! I don't know what I'd do without my fellow Reonauts!

I will tell you about the Mini 2.0! Both have the same bottle. The difference is the battery, which causes the size difference. If you plan to use the 14500 battery just get the Mini! If you would like to have the option to go with a bigger battery that will last longer then the 2.0 would be wise.

Checked the blemished section on reosmods for some really great prices too!

Send your Mini to Robert! Waiting while using it might cost you more in the long run. Like he told you, it is only a matter of time before it causes shorts, costing you atty's and springs!

Your battery readings off the charger are fine. The drop so quickly might mean the batterys are getting old and not holding a charge as long. I pull my batterys out at about 3.8. I just don't like the vape after it drops further.

Recharging these batteries sooner is really the best for them. It makes them last longer!

 

[InhaleGal]

Ok I can see better in this picture you need to send the mod to me for a rebuild .
The mini 2.0 have a bigger battery . The only real difference in the size is the 2.0 is thicker

Thanks so much Robert! I'll be more careful next time. I'm sure I was screwing my atty's on too tight. I'll try to get it in the mail tomorrow. I'm going to try and talk my husband into letting me order another mini. I don't think I need the 2.0, since I have batteries for the mini already. They work just fine for me. Any chance the mini will ever be available in pink?

 

[Della Cirque]

BTW, what should those batteries reading be at? What is a bad number?

3.78 isn't a bad number, but it is about where I would recharge them. The best vape (IMO) is when the batts are fresh off the charger at 4.2 until they drop to about 3.7. As soon as the vape decreases, pop in a fresh bat.

 

[InhaleGal]

3.78 isn't a bad number, but it is about where I would recharge them. The best vape (IMO) is when the batts are fresh off the charger at 4.2 until they drop to about 3.7. As soon as the vape decreases, pop in a fresh bat.

Thanks so much for the advice!

 

[InhaleGal]

I will tell you about the Mini 2.0! Both have the same bottle. The difference is the battery, which causes the size difference. If you plan to use the 14500 battery just get the Mini! If you would like to have the option to go with a bigger battery that will last longer then the 2.0 would be wise.

Checked the blemished section on reosmods for some really great prices too!


Send your Mini to Robert! Waiting while using it might cost you more in the long run. Like he told you, it is only a matter of time before it causes shorts, costing you atty's and springs!

Your battery readings off the charger are fine. The drop so quickly might mean the batterys are getting old and not holding a charge as long. I pull my batterys out at about 3.8. I just don't like the vape after it drops further.

Recharging these batteries sooner is really the best for them. It makes them last longer!

Thank you! I probably will just stick with the mini then! I don't mind popping in a new battery. I always have them with me anyway! So you think I should just stop using it now? You're probably right, I've been lucky so far.

 

[nerak]

Thank you! I probably will just stick with the mini then! I don't mind popping in a new battery. I always have them with me anyway! So you think I should just stop using it now? You're probably right, I've been lucky so far.

It might run like that for a lot longer. How lucky do you feel? LOL!!! I would really have to think about that if it was me and I didn't have a back-up REO!

 

[InhaleGal]

It might run like that for a lot longer. How lucky do you feel? LOL!!! I would really have to think about that if it was me and I didn't have a back-up REO!

HAHA! Well from your avatar, I'd say you could supply a small country with Reo's lol! I think I will push my luck until I order a new one and get it, then send it in. I'm hoping to order one today. Do you think the silver and silver is a good choice for not showing blemishes as much? My Sweet Pea is beat up a bit, lol