USB Passthroughs - do they die quickly?

[leaford]

The first of the new passthroughs (which will probably be called the Vapor King Passthroughs, instead of my suggestion, the Leaford Passthroughs ) rolled off the assembly line today, and will ship first thing tomorrow morning!

They have a sturdy multi-flex connector on the battery end, a shock absorbing and length extending flexible coil on the USB end, and a stiffer and more durable cable. All and all, the most durable regular e-cig sized passthrough on the market!

I've been using the prototype I got for a couple weeks now, and it's great!

The first ones are manuals, in black and white, but the autos and other colors will be rolling out soon, too.

Drat!

I discovered a problem with the IC chips in the new passthroughs just in time to prevent them being shipped out. They all have to be redone, which will delay the first shipment at least a day or two. Sorry guys, but we want them to be right the first time.

 

[Taryn]

Glad you are doing you job! Good catch Leaford!

 

[milky]

Thanks for the updates Leaford I've got a feeling it'll be well worth the wait.

Both of mine are still going strong, using them for about 80% of my vaping time. Granted, I treat them carefully, but the occasional "oh my! did I break it this time" still happens So far, so good...

 

[rob21j]

I was going to order my mom a kit and I noticed the PT was not an option anymore. I guess that's why! Think I'll hold off a bit until they come in. It's a great thing to have.

 

[calla2]

A day or two isn't a problem. Now if you'd said they won't make it out before CNY, folks would be hyperventilating all over the place! Glad you're there to keep an eye on things/catch mistakes before they make it to us.

 

[Belletrist]

just glad you caught it leaford! provin' your worth continually!

 

[lilolmedn]

Really interested in trying their passthrough's... I've had PT's from other companies and sources with alot thiner wires... they usually died and crapped out on me (I assume their wire is thicker from the pics and user reviews)

I do have a question though (can't make a thread new member! =))

I ordered the Ultimate Ultimatum kit and from the cached webpage as well as some user reviews I noticed a USB Passthrough was included in the kit (the largest one you can buy) but on the website it doesn't list one as included... (I attempted to add one to my order but to my dismay they are out of stock atm) Am I getting one anyway they just never mentioned it? Did any of you order the kit and receive one? I also noticed in the Shorty Ultimatum kit one is PICTURED as included but not listed.. kinda throwing me for a loop =)

 

[leaford]

Sorry, we're temporarily sold out, but the new ones should start shipping from the factory today.

 

[lilolmedn]

Yah but my question is does the Ultimate Ultimatum Kit come with one Mr. Leaford =D

 

[milky]

They don't at this time, but will once the new and improved ones come in. I believe they've added in an extra battery to compensate.

 

[lilolmedn]

They don't at this time, but will once the new and improved ones come in. I believe they've added in an extra battery to compensate.

*tears welling in my eyes*

 

[leaford]

*tears welling in my eyes*

Sorry, friend, but it's hard to include something that we don't have. But like Milky said, we'll send you an extra-long battery instead if you order the UU kit now, or if you wait a little while you can get one of our new, improved passthroughs with it.

Either way, don't cry, our goal in life is to keep you SMILIN!

 

[milky]

One other thing to keep in mind - that 3rd battery will definitely not go to waste. Always make sure to have a backup

And if you look at the track record of most people that frequent the forum, the chance that you'll be ordering again soon after getting your kit if pretty high. By that time I'd imagine the new PTs will be either in stock, or just about.

 

[Pawpaw]

*tears welling in my eyes*

I have 3 brand new, never used auto PTs. I'm more than willing to send you one if you like.

Just PM me and we'll set it up. No charge to you.

 

[lilolmedn]

Aww you guys it's no big deal I am actually SMILIN especially if I can hold out for a V2... And Pawpaw that is so nice of you.. I really appreciate the offer... dun worry about it =) Thanks guys!

 

[calla2]

I have 3 brand new, never used auto PTs. I'm more than willing to send you one if you like.

Just PM me and we'll set it up. No charge to you.

PawPaw, that's so generous. Thought I was reading a post from JenJen for a second. Must have something to do with the double name. You guys are so helpful.

 

[Pawpaw]

Aww you guys it's no big deal I am actually SMILIN especially if I can hold out for a V2... And Pawpaw that is so nice of you.. I really appreciate the offer... dun worry about it =) Thanks guys!

I really don't mind. They're probably not ever going to be used. You see, I have this addiction... I have to have one of everything V4L sells. When the new PTs come in, I will be ordering 1 or 2 right off the bat.

I've already done the superglue fix on these. The only time they were out of the package. I have 2 black single-logo autos & 1 black multi-logo auto. Just pick one.

Think of it as adopting a homeless dog or cat!

Thanks for the kind words, calla.

 

[ncgator]

My auto PT just died ... ordered it in Dec ... tried cleaning it and it didn't work. I do have another in my car. Guess I will contact the guys on V4L to see if there is anything that can be done.

 

[Cali]

SO any more word on the PTs? I'm getting ready to place a pretty good sized order but this is one of the reasons I've been holding off. I really want a PT this time around (actually thinking of ordering 2 lol) Also I've read a few places here and there where some users suggest it's a bad idea to use the PT in conjunction with your computer. Anyone have any ideas or concerns about this?

 

[Pawpaw]

SO any more word on the PTs? I'm getting ready to place a pretty good sized order but this is one of the reasons I've been holding off. I really want a PT this time around (actually thinking of ordering 2 lol) Also I've read a few places here and there where some users suggest it's a bad idea to use the PT in conjunction with your computer. Anyone have any ideas or concerns about this?

No concerns whatsoever. Just unplug it when you leave it unattended. This applies to whatever you have it plugged into.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/vapor4life/66571-dont-click-here.html