SmokTech SID

[ChonieBoy]

Hello fellow vapers,

So I'm still somewhat new to vaping, I started about 3 weeks ago. I started by buying the X6, and I have to admit, for the price, I'm pretty happy with it. And I now have a protank 2, an aerotank, and a couple other crappy ones which are about to meet the trash. I also bought some 28ga Kanthal and some sterilized cotton and started rebuilding my Kanger coils.

Anyways, so I decided its time to drop my x6 to a back up, and invest in an upgrade on a low budget. After tons of research and youtubing, I came to the decisions between, the MVP 2.0, the Vamo V5, the SmokTech SID, and even the eVic (I know, I know). So last night I came across a brand new Sid for $30 and felt that I absolutely couldn't pass up that deal. So In addition to that, I got the Nitecore i2 charger and 2 Panasonic NCR 18650B batteries (3400 mAh).

So how are your opinions on my first upgrade? I also picked up the Nimbus clone RBA but haven't messed with it until I get holes drilled out...

 

[*deleon517*]

Not a bad set up, im not huge on the panny batteries but they should be okay with the sid. As far as the nimbus goes, try it out before butchering it. The huge air holes are mainly for the sub-ohm crowd which you won't be doing with the sid. A 1.5-2.0 ohm coil should be fine with the stock air hole imho.

 

[Timbuck55]

My SID gets no play ever since I got the MVP2.

 

[Frenchfry1942]

I have heard a couple of peeps get mad at their SID for dying. At 100 days, mine just did. I have an MVP2 on its was. I just found the MVP2 kit at $56.99 at Hoosier.com Best I found.

 

[elektrk]

If it were me, I'd also pick up a spare easy head for the SID to have as backup/future-proofing.

 

[iowajosh]

I have two. One button is a little picky but otherwise they both work fine. I love them. The body is light and tough and there are ego threads. I try to stick to 1.5 ohm or below.

 

[keonee]

I own one myself. I use it for a backup. Didn't want to take my Provari Mini to Mexico so I took the Zmax and SID instead. Both worked fantastic. With the 18650 battery in it's still light to carry around.

I think you'll be pleasantly surprised on your new purchase.

Happy Vaping!!!!

 

[tnt56]

Welcome to ECF. As far as your first upgrade I think you did ok. IMHO. I do prefer my MVP over my SID though. But then I prefer a lot of my mods over both of them. Welcome to the wonderful world of spending!!!!
And congrats on the first upgrade. Get the credit card ready.
Be safe and be blessed.

 

[bencooper74]

I bought a Sid a month ago. I love it. It's light and sturdy. Very satisfied.


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[ChonieBoy]

OK, thanks for the input on the nimbus. I was definitely play with it for a couple weeks before I butcher it...

 

[ChonieBoy]

Thank you all for the responses. I was really set on the MVP 2 until I seen the deal on this one. If nothing else comes out better than the MVP by my next purchase, I will definitely be getting that next...

 

[Choc_Addic]

MVP's are at 40 bucks range.

I just got one.

Cheers

 

[Onion]

I have a SID and must say that overall I'm very happy with it. I got it for around $30 bucks too so I can't complain. It is what it is and for basic vaping it has been great to me. One downfall with mine is that when unscrewing the battery tube from the head the plastic screen cover pressed in. It didn't crack or anything and it's still aligned and all but the screen now is not tight fit as flush as it was before and is slightly loose. I don't know whether it was snapped in to something, press fit, or glued but it is not firmly attached. Just be careful not to put heavy pressure on the screen when screwing things on/off.

Also I would agree that you should just vape your Nimbus as-is for a few days at least to get a feel for it. I also recommend taking small steps when drilling it out and then testing it for a while again. Why do I say this? Because I have drilled something out a little more than I would have liked and you can always drill it out more the next week but you can't un-drill anything without a flux capacitor.

 

[ChonieBoy]

Just be careful not to put heavy pressure on the screen when screwing things on/off.

Also I would agree that you should just vape your Nimbus as-is for a few days at least to get a feel for it. you can always drill it out more the next week but you can't un-drill anything without a flux capacitor.

Thank you I will keep that in mind.

 

[usatrooper]

Just got a SID today. I love it. It seems to be keeping up with my Aerotank waaaaay better than my Vision Spinner.

 

[Mistah]

I have the ACE, guess it's like the SID, liking it so far

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[oldjoe]

I purchased a SID awhile back for about $32 and I like it. The only issue I've had is with it not firing on occasion but that seems to have "healed" itself. I primary purchased a SID because of the light weight and ability to use different size batteries, with the purchase of different tubes, but I'm not a fan of the menu layout or having to turn the unit sideways to read it. Then I saw the Smoke ACE for $37. All the reasons I purchased a SID PLUS a better menu and individual buttons. I got the same color as the SID so I cab use my alternate size tubes.

 

[Mistah]

I purchased a SID awhile back for about $32 and I like it. The only issue I've had is with it not firing on occasion but that seems to have "healed" itself. I primary purchased a SID because of the light weight and ability to use different size batteries, with the purchase of different tubes, but I'm not a fan of the menu layout or having to turn the unit sideways to read it. Then I saw the Smoke ACE for $37. All the reasons I purchased a SID PLUS a better menu and individual buttons. I got the same color as the SID so I cab use my alternate size tubes.

You have short tubes you can use with your ACE? I'd like to get me a shorter tube

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[rabernet]

Before I moved almost exclusively to bottom feeders, I had the SID and the MVP2. I preferred the SID and sold the MVP2. The SID is now my BF's (or will be when he decides he's ready to quit smoking). It's sitting quietly on his side of the coffee table, just waiting for him.

I enjoyed the SID quite a bit. I think it's a fine upgrade!

 

[djsvapour]

I have a SID. It's my favourite mod.

(I don't know why....it's not exciting at all)

I use it with green Panasonic 18650s. Simple, straightforward, reliable.