Why is a Reo less hassle?

[pianoguy]

I used to use the shorty smoktech 1.7's before I switched to rba's, and often got more than a week out of a good one. They're a great option for the REO, just squonk and go, no pre-filling required. The only issue I had with them was inconsistent quality.

 

[CATastrophe]

I'm still using 1.7 shorty carts on one of my minis. Soon to change tho, I just ordered another hornet tonight!
I get about 2 weeks or so out of a cart. But I'm not using that one REO all the time. It's in a constant rotation with two others.

 

[synic]

There's lots of things I like about a REO, but the best thing, IMHO, is that you are in direct control of how it wicks, or, how the juice is getting to the coil, just like you are with dripping, except it's more portable.

With most other devices (cartos, clearos, some RBAs), once you start getting wicking issues, you have little control over fixing it without some sort of overhaul, whether it be rolling a new wick, changing your carto, replacing your coil, etc.

 

[biggerintx]

I expect to get an RBA soon. I just don't know which one to get at this point. I'm familiar with electronics and multi-meters and such - Ohms law is not a mystery to me so that part is not a problem. But there are so many different ones and only some work with the Grand and only some of them would probably be good as a first RBA. If at all possible I'd like to get something that is "easier to build" if such a thing exists. LOL Like everything else in vaping there are always countless options. With the prices on some of these RBAs and the difficulty in getting them I'd rather not get frustrated with a bad beginning. If that makes sense. On the other hand I know some RBA is in my future - I do want to try one soon.

 

[synic]

I expect to get an RBA soon. I just don't know which one to get at this point. I'm familiar with electronics and multi-meters and such - Ohms law is not a mystery to me so that part is not a problem. But there are so many different ones and only some work with the Grand and only some of them would probably be good as a first RBA. If at all possible I'd like to get something that is "easier to build" if such a thing exists. LOL Like everything else in vaping there are always countless options. With the prices on some of these RBAs and the difficulty in getting them I'd rather not get frustrated with a bad beginning. If that makes sense. On the other hand I know some RBA is in my future - I do want to try one soon.

Can't go wrong with an a7. They are cheap and they work great. Just be sure to boil it before use, and toss the prebuilt coil.

 

[super_X_drifter]

I expect to get an RBA soon. I just don't know which one to get at this point. I'm familiar with electronics and multi-meters and such - Ohms law is not a mystery to me so that part is not a problem. But there are so many different ones and only some work with the Grand and only some of them would probably be good as a first RBA. If at all possible I'd like to get something that is "easier to build" if such a thing exists. LOL Like everything else in vaping there are always countless options. With the prices on some of these RBAs and the difficulty in getting them I'd rather not get frustrated with a bad beginning. If that makes sense. On the other hand I know some RBA is in my future - I do want to try one soon.

Hornets and Eras are about as simple as you can get. Robs new atty looks like it will also be even more user friendly because of the ceramic base and screw on cap. Can't wait to try it.

As for the a7, yes it looks simple, but seems too high maintenance (short prone) to be a solid choice especially when just starting out.

 

[JC Okie]

Rob's new atty will be coming out soon.....I'd wait a couple of weeks and get one of those when they come available. The ERA and the Hornet are good, but they're out of stock everywhere right now. The Chalice is awesome, but practically impossible to get these days...not to mention pretty high dollar. The new RBA Rob is putting together is going to be reasonably priced, and it will definitely fit the Grand.

 

[Commie]

Any guesses on the price of the new upcoming reomizer? I'm on a monthly vaping budget, and wanna make sure I leave enough to get one or two

 

[garyinco]

~$38 was mentioned earlier.

 

[Commie]

~$38 was mentioned earlier.

Thank you! That's half a Hornet! For a, likely, better atomizer.

 

[olwildbill]

OK, you guys convinced me - I took the plunge and just ordered a Reo Grand. Now off to get the rest of the needed items like batteries, charger, cartos, attys and such. Thank goodness I didn't start vaping to save money. LOL.

Welcome to Reoville biggerintx I used my Grand for a year and a half then tried to quit vaping (didn't last to long) And YES I went back to the old faithful.........The Reo Grand!! Nuttin Better!!

 

[biggerintx]

Rob's new atty will be coming out soon.....I'd wait a couple of weeks and get one of those when they come available. The ERA and the Hornet are good, but they're out of stock everywhere right now. The Chalice is awesome, but practically impossible to get these days...not to mention pretty high dollar. The new RBA Rob is putting together is going to be reasonably priced, and it will definitely fit the Grand.

That sounds like a good plan. An RBA made by the same person as the mod sounds like a great match.

 

[irehc77]

Biggerintx as far as the squonking I am a newbie also. At first I found it tricky. Would squonk until I actually saw the juice start to come out of the holes in the drip cup. But someone mentioned to squeeze the bottle while gently sucking on the drip tip until you felt the resistance and could hear like a small gurgle sound. That is what I do now and works perfect every time for me. Now no need to actually look at it. Exp while driving or in a dark room. Only took me a couple of days thanks to these forum and all the help of the members. Just thought I would mention this method to you might save you a lot of time reseaching sqounking. And BTW you will love your reo. I am new to vaping only like one month and glad I went right to the best and saved all the money along the way trying to find the best. And I just ordered a hornet and an ERA so will be learning right along with ya if you also decide to try a RBA. Welcome and use these forums often. Everyone has went way and above to help me out!

 

[biggerintx]

Thanks so much for the squonking advice.

I think I might even know what gurgling sound you are talking about. When I use the Joye attys I have for my Twist for tasting juices that is how I know there are enough drops in the atty. I add a few drops and take a dry draw. If it doesn't have a little gurgle then I add a few more drops. When it has a little gurgle it is ready for a powered draw. When the gurgle goes away then it is about ready to add a few more drops to avoid a dry hit. Sounds similar at least.

 

[garyinco]

...And I just ordered a hornet and an ERA...

Having the right set of tools really helps when getting into RBA's. The coils are pretty darn small, and the RBA parts are tiny. If I remember correctly, the ERA comes without a coil/wick preinstalled.

I think the following are must-haves:

• An ohm tester. They will check for electrical shorts. I wouldn't put on a coil without one. Replacement springs are cheap, but you have to have them on-hand (which is a good idea anyway). And besides, you'll want to know what ohm coil you have built. rtdvapor carries them. I like buying from them since he is a Reo user and knows what we expect demand. Looks like their site is down at the moment or I would link to this item. There is a picture below. The tester also comes in handy as a holder for the RBA while installing a coil/wick.
• A magnifier. Once again, this stuff is small. I don't care if you're 21yo with perfect eye sight. It will help, a lot. I got the one I linked because I happen to have a flytying vise and it fits on that. They're are cheaper ones available. Even a Goodwill type store is a good source for these.
• Nice even, bright lighting. I picked up an articulating arm desk lamp. Shadows are bad. My overhead light is OK for reading or whatever, but not good enough for RBA work.
• A non-distracting work surface. A woodgrain or speckled work surface will make you go cross-eyed. Get something solid to work on. I bought one of those page/month desktop calendar pads.

Stuff nice to have:

• Either a pair of decent quality pointy tweezers or a dental pick. These come in handy holding/manipulating things as you put it all together.
• A pair of dedicated cuticle scissors or small wire cutters. Big honking toenail cutters work but are a bit bulky.
• Something to wrap coils around. Small drill bit, machine bolt, toothpicks, etc.
• Kanthal wire, in bulk. Many ecig vendors carry it, but at very high cost per foot. Coils look like they use very little wire, but 2.5-3" per is not a bad estimate. The first few you build will not be perfect, maybe not even usable. Here's 100 feet, shipped, for $8. You'll use more than you think.
• Wicking material. Whole subject in itself.
• A short preventer. These little IC disks prevent shorts in mechanical mods. A little redundant as the collapsing spring in the Reo is a great safety feature. But both this one and this one are reusable. When someone mentioned these, I thought they'd be a good insurance policy.
• A little chefs torch at about $13. They sell the butane too.

Ohm Tester (a multimeter works as well, but these are handy):

 

[biggerintx]

Good news is my USPS is showing my Reo Grand as out for delivery. Bad news is it has signature confirmation so since I work for a living it won't be there when I get home. Not sure when I'll be able to go to the post office and deal with that mess of an organization to get it. Sad panda.

 

[pianoguy]

Delivery mojo!

 

[Rhapsodies Fire]

From me too! *crossing fingers*

 

[ancient puffer]

I think you can stop by the PO and fill out a form to have them deliver when no one is home. Won't help much with this delivery, but for future orders (and we all know there'll be more )

 

[Commie]

This is weird, must be my mailbox setup being different. My Reos get left in it just fine for some reason.