Spring maintenance

[rwechsler]

I don't have a volt meter to check the voltage output of either of my GGs, but I feel like they're not working up to par. When I run it at 3.7v w/ a freshly charged battery and NO spring, it's producing way more vapor. So I figure that my spring is the issue. Can someone give me a hand with instructions on cleaning it? I've already tried wiping it down with a coarse cloth to no avail :/

 

[Ariel_MX]

I don't have a volt meter to check the voltage output of either of my GGs, but I feel like they're not working up to par. When I run it at 3.7v w/ a freshly charged battery and NO spring, it's producing way more vapor. So I figure that my spring is the issue. Can someone give me a hand with instructions on cleaning it? I've already tried wiping it down with a coarse cloth to no avail :/

I have read you could sand it a little (to clean it and improve performace). I haven't had problems with mine so I am not sure of what kind of sand paper you should use, but I assume you should do it with a very fine sand paper, you do not want to wear it.

Check this thread:

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...running-no-battery-spring.html?highlight=sand

and this Imeo's post (#12) on that thread:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...-running-no-battery-spring-2.html#post4622639

 

[The Yeti]

I've tried every cleaning method with unsatisfactory results and now just run without the spring. YMMV.

 

[Torqueguy]

Best way I've found to clean springs is to use an old toothbrush and toothpaste. The abrasives in the tp scrub the spring just enough. The toothbrush is perfect for getting in and around the spring. I also clean the contact post the same way and it comes out perfect.

 

[fright88]

Good idea I've been using a toothbrush and Brasso

 

[Torqueguy]

Good idea I've been using a toothbrush and Brasso

Brasso is good but leaves a film that needs to be washed off. I would use te brasso, then brush it off with a litte toothpaste, ten rinse

 

[fright88]

Ha yeah maybe I should have given more info I actually brasso with a shammy and toothbrush then I give it a good Vodka soak and shake. Seems to come out pretty clean. I would imagine toothpaste would work rather well also I just never thought about it.

 

[Vaporologist]

I don't have a volt meter to check the voltage output of either of my GGs, but I feel like they're not working up to par. When I run it at 3.7v w/ a freshly charged battery and NO spring, it's producing way more vapor. So I figure that my spring is the issue. Can someone give me a hand with instructions on cleaning it? I've already tried wiping it down with a coarse cloth to no avail :/

I felt the same way you are feeling initially when I received my ssggts regarding getting better performance using the post only without the original spring. Performance increased when I sanded and cleaned the spring but it still didn't seem as good as when using only the post. I wanted to use the spring for protection but I still wanted maximum performance.

Dspin suggested I try the Fuse Kit Upgrade... I'm glad that I did and I suggest it to everyone. With two springs installed in the fuse, I feel that it's hitting pretty much just as good as when using only the post without the original spring. The Fuse Kit also has the added benefit of providing a better feel for how much to tighten the telescope. I think you would like it... Just my

 

[VPDownunder]

Yep, the 2 springs in the fuse kit is the only way I fly. I ran for a while with no spring when I had to wait for some replacement fuse springs and there's no discernible difference.

 

[Major]

Great tips guys, thanks! And for the fuse kit, that price is much lower now (about 15 USD) so it is a great combination of safety and connectivity.

 

[Para]

I don't have a volt meter to check the voltage output of either of my GGs, but I feel like they're not working up to par. When I run it at 3.7v w/ a freshly charged battery and NO spring, it's producing way more vapor. So I figure that my spring is the issue. Can someone give me a hand with instructions on cleaning it? I've already tried wiping it down with a coarse cloth to no avail :/

COV has one for about 15 bucks or you can make one yourself....they are HANDY tools

 

[k3v1n]

Anyone know where to get a volt meter here in the UK ?

I've been looking but not found one yet.

 

[Oddy]

@Kev u have pm

 

[k3v1n]

replied hunter-d, thx m8.

Still looking, Para where did you get your one from ?