Need recommendations on a Tube Mod with good threads!

[cocacola31173]

Ok so I started with a Vamo 2 and after about a year the threads stripped on the 510 connection. Sooo stupid me got a Vamo 3 thinking it might be better and even though I used a airflow controller the threads are starting to strip on this one too! At least with this one I can use the ego threading.

I was looking at the smoktech SID or something like that. I already have an MVP 2 but would like a good tube mod also. Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks!

 

[UncleChuck]

What type of Vamos did you have? The chrome and gunmetal are plated brass, which is quite a bit softer than stainless steel, and can strip much easier. If you had the stainless models I'd be really shocked that the threads stripped.

the SID is aluminum I believe, which depending on the alloy is going to be just as weak, or just slightly stronger. You want something with stainless steel threads. The stainless zmaxes have stainless threads/top caps, obviously the stainless vamos do, just look around for stainless mods, and they will likely have steel threads.

 

[muzichead]

^^ The devices themselves are SS, but the 510/eGo connectors are still plated brass...

 

[cocacola31173]

Ok I maybe lighting a fire here but what about a Provari threads? I know they are more expensive but I have had no luck with the mods I have been using and so far have spent over 120 on the 2 ...Does Provape have a satisfaction guarantee in case you don't like it you can send it back?

 

[Thrasher]

if you can strip a provari head you will probably be the first ever to do so. the whole head is milled from one solid piece of stainless steel nothing is pressfit. there are countless threads bout people dropping the provari and having the 510 of the device snap off inside the head with no damage. many of the better mods have better designed heads.

nothing against the vamo itself but you cant really expect superior machining on something that costs 25 bucks retail.

 

[reeftivo]

FWIW

almost 2 years on my provari and the threads are still tight and smooth like butter.

 

[UncleChuck]

^^ The devices themselves are SS, but the 510/eGo connectors are still plated brass...

Ah that would explain it then, what a shame, after getting rid of my gunmetal one I planned to pick up a stainless version eventually, but now I'm thinking otherwise if they don't even use stainless caps, how cheap! Thanks for the heads up.

 

[emus]

My experiences from mech mod world.

Chemesis and bagua clone SS 510 threads held up great even though they were cut on loose side.

Omega clone tube mod brass 510 threads still work great but I can see they are wearing down after many miles.

All above mods have quirks and required tinkering.

Still looking for that $20 to $60ish vaping bliss mod w/o any quirks.

 

[reeftivo]

The most quiet, smooth, precision thread mech mod I own is the JD Tech Scorpion. There is NO play in the threads. The top cap and bottom switch threaded insert are brass so they may develop some play as they wear but for now they are perfect.

 

[reeftivo]

My experiences from mech mod world.

Chemesis and bagua clone SS 510 threads held up great even though they were cut on loose side.

Omega clone tube mod brass 510 threads still work great but I can see they are wearing down after many miles.

All above mods have quirks and required tinkering.

Still looking for that $20 to $60ish vaping bliss mod w/o any quirks.

The EH Pro Maraxus may be worth a look for you.

 

[Thrasher]

or you can get something like the roller where you can just replace the thread ring if it gets worn out, i have the rhodium plated versions and they are pretty tough but somewhere down the road if they get worn its a 5 dollar part.

Roller/Dingo - 510 Connector | atmizoo vaping modware | shop

 

[ancientgeek]

I'll put in a plug for the SVD. I just bought one, so I don't know the long term durability of the threading, but it appears to be good quality SS. And, it is in your price range.