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[Pepsifreak]

Ok, im totally off the analogs now. I'm actually quite satisfied with what I have now. Thing is I'm quite the tinkerer and hobbyist by nature. I've done quite a lot of research so far on e cigs in general. Before I go spending a whole lot of time researching mods which I'm quite curious to try I just wanna know Is it gonna be cheaper to make one or just buy one pre-made as a kit? I've seen one on you tube made out of a cheap 3 dollar flashlight, but by the time I invest into batteries, voltage regulator, button, lights, and 510 female hub does it pay off?

With what I've spent in getting into e cigs I'm more worried about the cost than the hassle of building one. Now I'm also into RC cars and have a lot of 7.2 NIMH batteries laying around, was even thinking of trying one using those batteries just to see if I do indeed like it or not.

So upon building one, whats the average cost of making a 5v mod? I want to stick to the 510 thread size since thats what all my other stuff is. I want it to be compatible, nothing fancy, it will primarily be used just at home. Any input would be great.

 

[deathtobacco]

hi pepsifreak--i would check out Welcome to MadVapes LLC they sell pre-made, kits and all the components for basic box mods. you could easily do a cost comparison by putting the needed items in your shopping cart and comparing that to the premades and the kits.

 

[Rocketman]

As an RC enthusiast give it a try with your NiMh 7.2 packs. You already have them and chargers.
A 4000mah 7.2v pack would be great to experiment with.
A 5 volt, 3 amp linear regulator for a couple of bucks, a switch is a buck or two, a 510 connector is about a buck, who needs lights? Put it in a shoe box to test it out

You should be able to "play" for $10 or so. Then decide where to go from there.
Money spent on e-cig stuff is probably better than spending it on RC stuff

 

[ancient puffer]

Those 7.2's sound like a great power platform. You could try something like the Puck with them. You can throw one together in an hour or so for well under $10.

You should also check out the modder's forum. Lots of good ideas there.

 

[Pepsifreak]

I sure will, sounds like it won't cost much then. I'm on home vacation this week so will need something to do Since it does seem viable on my wallet to make one, on to the research. Thanks.