So many questions...

[gpjoe]

Hi all, first post in the Reo forum.

I'm thinking of picking up a Reo Grand. I've been vaping for a few months and have made the progression from a Blu kit to mech mods, RDAs, and a couple of Kayfun Lite atomizers. I've used IBTanked tanks, clearos, egos, and twists. I've owned an itazte MVP and still have a Sigelei ZMax. Mainly today I find that I greatly prefer using dripping attys on my mech mods, though I will grab a cartotank and a twist on the go or at work. Seems like the Reo Grand is right up my alley - hassle-free (dripless) dripping. Yeah baby.

I saw a couple of Reo Grands in the classified forum and by the time I researched them (10-15 minutes) they were both sold. Anyway, I now have more time to make a thoughtful decision and am thinking of picking up a new Reo Grand directly from the manufacturer. I think I have a pretty good understanding of what I want/need, but want to make sure I don't overlook anything critical and buy things that don't work together. So here is what I think I know:

- The Reo Grand will accept 510 cartomizers, and I imagine it was originally designed around a standard carto. Will is also accept a tank-o-mizer like the IBTanked?

- I can use certain bottom-fed RBAs with a Reo Grand, but they must be smaller diameter RBAs like the Igo-S. I can also buy an RM2 along with my RG directly from Reo Mods.

- I have read the thread regarding RBA compatibility. I believe that an ERA or Hornet bottom-feed will fit the standard RG. I also understand that if I want to use a standard sized bottom-fed RBA that I will need to order the LP (low profile?) version, which looks like it is milled down on the top to allow the use of a larger RBA.

Soooo.....

Here is what I think I think I would like to get:

Either a RG with an bottom-feed ERA or a RG LP with a Fatty V2 (along with the conversion kit from OKC Vapes).

Will either of these combinations work?...and if I get the LP will I even be able to use a standard carto? It's not a deal breaker, as I can use a standard carto on any of my 18350 mods for a really small package.

I see that Reo Mods offers the RM2, but honestly I'm a bit put off by the "nickel plating" and prefer stainless steel. Anyone hav any issues of the nickel plate wearing through to the base metal?...and what is the base metal? Also, does the cap screw onto the RM2? I like the fact that with the O-ring caps I can position the inlet hole directly in front of my coil.

Whew...I warned you...lots of questions.

Thank you very much in advance for any information you can provide. I don't want to make a costly mistake and spend $80 on an atomizer that I cannot return to find out that it doesn't fit my mod.

 

[Joka]

I do believe the cap screws onto the rm2, check out a cyclone bf atomizer. All the best traits and it fits superb on the grand.

I was in your exact situation last week, tried it all and eventually settled to only mechs with drippers or a kayfun. The reo is the best thing to go after next indeed! It's not left my hand since I bought it o.o my tube mechs are dust collectors at this point

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[gpjoe]

Joka,

Thanks. I would consider the Cyclone but can't find one right now. I'm trying to be patient, but don't know if I can wait. The ERA is in stock right now at indyvaporshop. Do you know where I can get a bottom-feed Cyclone?

As for my other mechs - I will still use them. I have a Super T 18650 Simplicity paid for, waiting for delivery. Don't think I'll let that sit...I hope...well I suppose it would have pretty good resale value.

 

[JC Okie]

The cap does screw on, and the RM2 is really a sweet, easy little atty --- and a great performer. Under the nickel plating is brass. I love mine and have several. I don't have any problem with the materials used. That's my personal opinion. Yes, regular cartomisers and 510 or 306 attys work fine on a REO. It would actually fire up a carto tank, but that would be redundant since the juice for the REO is in the bottle down below and is fed up through tghe bottom. The Reomizer is about half the price of an ERA.....


Edit: Also, about the top screwing on versus o-rings....the air hole is drilled in the top cap in the right place to be right in front of the wick, so usually there's no adjustment needed.

 

[BlueSnake]

The RM2 cap does screw on. The air hole is drilled to be in the right position for the coil. Honestly the RM2 is hard to beat. I believe it is brass underneath, but they seem to hold up very well. The bottom fed Cyclone without AFC will fit on a regular Grand. If you want the Cyclone with AFC you would need the LP. Rob also sells an Igo that is modified for BF that fits on the Grand also. That has orings.

Can't answer the other questions. I'm sure someone else will be along soon.

I see JC beat me. Answers the same though.

 

[marsos52]

I think this link has cyclones. Atomizers

you been thru a lot of set-ups in a short time.. most of us have been thru a similar path, myself included.

entering Reosville maybe the end of your search. its has been for me and most of us here.

the Grand is a awesome mod that gives great hits and is the most dependable and consistent mods of then all.
it may not be the most versatile, or the heaviest hitter, but it does everything really well, and comes close as can be to anything you could ever try.

another point is many great mods out there you can't get any help with if and when needed. with a Reos you have all of us here
and most here are knowledgeable, plus a lot of hands on experience too. and when all else fails you have the best customer service from
Rob the maker. It's a win win...

a perfect example for you, is Rob sees many want to go into lower ohm vaping, lower then the Reos is designed to go.
Rob spend a lot of time working on getting new springs and firing pins that can handle coils below .6 ohms
and we are waiting for this upgrade which is due any time now.

I'm sure these mods will not disappoint.. like they say: TRY IT YOU'LL LIKE IT

 

[gpjoe]

Gotcha. You're right, the carto tank would be redundant, especially when I have other devices to use them on. So, the RM2 screws on and the hole is drilled to align with the coil - that seems easy enough. I may just keep it simple and pick up the standard REO Grand and RM2 - one-stop shopping. I could always consider another atomizer down the road.

Thank you JC Okie.

 

[gpjoe]

I think this link has cyclones. Atomizers

you been thru a lot of set-ups in a short time.. most of us have been thru a similar path, myself included.

entering Reosville maybe the end of your search. its has been for me and most of us here.

the Grand is a awesome mod that gives great hits and is the most dependable and consistent mods of then all.
it may not be the most versatile, or the heaviest hitter, but it does everything really well, and comes close as can be to anything you could ever try.

another point is many great mods out there you can't get any help with if and when needed. with a Reos you have all of us here
and most here are knowledgeable, plus a lot of hands on experience too. and when all else fails you have the best customer service from
Rob the maker. It's a win win...

a perfect example for you, is Rob sees many want to go into lower ohm vaping, lower then the Reos is designed to go.
Rob spend a lot of time working on getting new springs and firing pins that can handle coils below .6 ohms
and we are waiting for this upgrade which is due any time now.

I'm sure these mods will not disappoint.. like they say: TRY IT YOU'LL LIKE IT

Thank you for the link. I was typing my response to JC Okie as you submitted your post. I think I may just go with the RM2 to get my feet wet. We know that works, right? And as you can see from my history I'm willing to "invest" in some varied equipment. There very likely is a Cyclone in my future.

 

[DoogieTony]

Seems like these guys have got you covered. Welcome to the crew, you're going to love these bad little boxes!

 

[gpjoe]

The RM2 cap does screw on. The air hole is drilled to be in the right position for the coil. Honestly the RM2 is hard to beat. I believe it is brass underneath, but they seem to hold up very well. The bottom fed Cyclone without AFC will fit on a regular Grand. If you want the Cyclone with AFC you would need the LP. Rob also sells an Igo that is modified for BF that fits on the Grand also. That has orings.

Can't answer the other questions. I'm sure someone else will be along soon.

I see JC beat me. Answers the same though.

Ahhh, you're the one that got the pre-loved RG in black wrinkle with the copper veined door and brass button. Figures I was beat by a snake.

Hope it works well for you - it's a looker and you got a pretty good deal. I think the blue one with the Cyclone atty was a good deal too, but like the copper color better.

Oh well, you snooze you loose...

 

[Joka]

Here's my cyclone

 

[gpjoe]

Here's my cyclone

Very nice.

Must...resist...cyclone...can't...spend...entire...401k.................

 

[Joka]

It was a little up there for a dripper, but it's not cheap coated, it's bottom feed method is great because it doesn't leak if upside down or on its side, and it has style instead of just a Smooth metal cylinder. Worth the $60 to meee

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[gpjoe]

You're really making me want this thing. That's not hard though, heck, I've wanted a Cyclone before I wanted the Reo Grand. And now I have the perfect excuse. Well, maybe you can explain it to my wife. I'm afraid this is going to cost me TWO pairs of new shoes.

Cut it out. You're killin' me.

 

[JC Okie]

gpjoe, the spending has just begun.......I'm sure in the long run we're talking about MORE than a couple pairs of shoes......you probably better read up on Coach bags.....and maybe find out her favorite model of car...... just sayin'.......these things are addictive.

 

[gpjoe]

Yeah, I'm already in for a Coach purse and a pair of Ugg boots - the shearling ones with the fur. This reminds me of a headphone forum I used to visit. Whenever a new member would post their first post a veteran would jump in with:

"Welcome to Head-Fi, sorry about your wallet"

Same thing here.

 

[JC Okie]

Yeah, I'm already in for a Coach purse and a pair of Ugg boots - the shearling ones with the fur. This reminds me of a headphone forum I used to visit. Whenever a new member would post their first post a veteran would jump in with:

"Welcome to Head-Fi, sorry about your wallet"


Same thing here.

Yep. You got it. Vaping can be an expensive hobby -- but no matter how much I spend on vaping, it doesn't come close to how much I WAS spending on cigarettes! I smoked for 40+ years. I Could have bought two houses with the money that went up in smoke, literally.

 

[Rhapsodies Fire]

Welcome, gpjoe! I see you've met some of the neighbors.

Yes...brass is under the Nickel on the RM2. There's an option on the site to buy a brass one if you prefer. I run the nickel one all the time and haven't noticed any of it coming off at all. I'm not allergic to Nickel so it doesn't bother me. In the photo below the one on the left has had the top layers removed...the one on the right is my daily driver.

 

[Ian444]

gpjoe, don't worry about spending money on an RM2. IMO its the bottom feed industry standard, the one I compare others against. REO + RM2 is a really good combo and money well spent, can't go wrong making that choice. The plating is good, there are no known issues with the RM2, and it has a really good rep for a top vape and easy maintenance.

ETA - If you like dual coils, the RM2 is not such a good choice, a Cyclone afc might be a better choice. The Cyclone without afc is on par with RM2, some like it maybe a little bit better, I got one recently and yeah its pretty good, slightly different flavour to the RM2 but not a lot in it. If I could only ever have one rda it would be an RM2.

 

[gpjoe]

Welcome, gpjoe! I see you've met some of the neighbors.

Yes...brass is under the Nickel on the RM2. There's an option on the site to buy a brass one if you prefer. I run the nickel one all the time and haven't noticed any of it coming off at all. I'm not allergic to Nickel so it doesn't bother me. In the photo below the one on the left has had the top layers removed...the one on the right is my daily driver.

Wow, those are nice mods.

So the brass RM2 is solid brass?....what about the brass fire button, solid also? The brass really looks good.