Taifun Woes

[MikeB]

I've posted this on the Taifun thread, but I thought I'd get perspective from the larger group on rta.

I'vehad my authentic TGTII for a bit over a year and a half. I love it, but it's hard as hell to get replacement parts.

One screw is almost completely stripped on top, and I just used some replacement glass I had when the tank cracked. I tried to order screws last month but PayPal wouldnt go through on their site, and now I need to get some backup glass and they're out of stock. I can't seem to locate any other dealer that has authentic parts either. I don't know if clone parts will work or not. It's almost enough to make me try to find a new brand to switch to. Any advice?

I haven't been following any innovations in the ecig world since I found what works for me. Is the TGTII still relevant, or has the world moved on?

Any and all options or thoughts are welcome. Thanks!

 

[TheotherSteveS]

gt2 air is a fine atty and there is a gt3 soon!!

 

[TheotherSteveS]

looks like every thing you need is in stock on the smokerstore site?!?!?

 

[MikeB]

looks like every thing you need is in stock on the smokerstore site?!?!?

No. They don't have any glass in stock, but they did *just* get some screws in (a whopping stock of 5).

Honestly, I've been thinking about this, and Smokerstore has never had much in the way of US distributors. I've used their products for two years, but with the difficulties I've had with their website, the spotty supply of maintenance parts, and costly overseas shipping and delays, I decided today to just get a Kayfun 5. There is a pretty decent US presence of authentic dealers, and the Kayfun line has always seemed well liked. The build appears as easy as a Taifun too, from what I can tell. It's ordered already.

I love my TGTII, but as good a product as it is, if it's not supported well by the manufacturer I want to see what else is out there I may like.

 

[MikeB]

No. They don't have any glass in stock, but they did *just* get some screws in (a whopping stock of 5).

Honestly, I've been thinking about this, and Smokerstore has never had much in the way of US distributors. I've used their products for two years, but with the difficulties I've had with their website, the spotty supply of maintenance parts, and costly overseas shipping and delays, I decided today to just get a Kayfun 5. There is a pretty decent US presence of authentic dealers, and the Kayfun line has always seemed well liked. The build appears as easy as a Taifun too, from what I can tell. It's ordered already.

I love my TGTII, but as good a product as it is, if it's not supported well by the manufacturer I want to see what else is out there I may like.

Just to add to the above:
I don't have a backup, so when I can't get parts I get antsy. At least this way I'll have a Kayfun 5 and a TGTII, so I'll have options.

 

[TheotherSteveS]

Just to add to the above:
I don't have a backup, so when I can't get parts I get antsy. At least this way I'll have a Kayfun 5 and a TGTII, so I'll have options.

great decision. You wont be disappointed with the KF5!!!

 

[whiteowl84]

If they are standard grub screws or if you know the size you can get them from fastenal. I got some for my Griffin 25 and they are much stronger.

 

[MikeB]

If they are standard grub screws or if you know the size you can get them from fastenal. I got some for my Griffin 25 and they are much stronger.

That's a good idea. I may look into trying to figure that out. I've never been able to match these screws at a hardware store though.

 

[whiteowl84]

You won't at a hardware store. Can you provide a picture of the screw and deck?
I'm not familiar with this atty.
If you can't figure it out, send an email to the manufacturer. I've had great luck with my inquiries.

 

[Alien Traveler]

Fasttech has a lot of GT2 glass:
FastTech - Gadgets and Electronics
FastTech - Gadgets and Electronics
They also have about all sizes of screws, but you need to know size you need.

 

[MikeB]

Fasttech has a lot of GT2 glass:
FastTech - Gadgets and Electronics
FastTech - Gadgets and Electronics
They also have about all sizes of screws, but you need to know size you need.

Wasn't sure clone glass was the correct size though. I know the Hotcig glass is, but FastTech didn't have any that I found. I suppose I could just order some glass and hope for the best.

 

[MikeB]

Btw, I did place an order for glass and screws from FastTech after some research into what I need. After they arrive, I'll post the results. Hope they fit!