Shit Snacks
Milaana. Lana. LANA. LANAAAA! (TM2/TP80/BAK/FW9)
Yeah you don't necessarily get the right angle but some silicone is a great way to mate most anything for water
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Yeah you don't necessarily get the right angle but some silicone is a great way to mate most anything for water
I have searched this forum from the introduction of FW8 through now for how to best clean the ceramic parts. Some say iso is no help, others suggest soaking the parts in iso overnight, and someone even mentioned that heating the empty capsule kind of burns off the surface. Would everyone please share their best methods for cleaning the ceramic capsules and mouth connection? Thank you!
moondog
It's an obsession but it's pleasin'
Ceramic capsules soak in a vial of iso for 20 minutes or so. Elbow connector gets swabbed inside and out with iso-soaked q-tips. Everything gets rinsed with water and air-dried.
My capsules do have stains but I don't worry about it.
Been loving my FW9. Question to those here, how are you folks removing the abv after smoking? I've been waiting until it cools and then blowing through the screen to pop out the puck nice and clean. Its been super easy but last night I noticed that I blew out the screen doing this!
moondog
It's an obsession but it's pleasin'
I never need to hit two capsules back to back so I don't need to take out a capsule until it's totally cooled. I dislodge the ABV with a stirring tool and pour it out. Then I use a small wire brush to clean off the screen and get any stragglers out of there. Finally, I'll blow through the screen for good luck.
leanpubpackage
Well-Known Member
The capsule system makes cleaning a breeze with this thing! The ceramic cools really quickly when removed so if you’re itching for another bowl, knock the capsule out somewhere to allow it to cool faster
vermillion slowboy
Member
Just stopping by to say I'm about 5 months in to daily FW8 use and I still love it. I think the extra capsules and two batteries make for easy regular use. I don't use a tool to take out the capsules anymore, though I still prefer a scoop for packing.
Great device, well made and beautiful! Hope you're all enjoying your firewood, and thanks again to this community for helping me find the right vape!
Great device, well made and beautiful! Hope you're all enjoying your firewood, and thanks again to this community for helping me find the right vape!
sternica
Well-Known Member
How is your FW9 treating you?
leanpubpackage
Well-Known Member
I really enjoy it. I am a big fan of hybrid heating and the fact that this is an on-demand hybrid is a plus.
I run mine mostly at 430 native. First hits are always light and terpy as the bowl takes time to heat up. The second hits are always the biggest and punchiest for me. Sometimes I even hold the button 5 seconds after the buzz if I want to cough my brains out.
I have 0 issues with the capsule system and I actually take more issue with the wood on wood battery and bowl cover. It’s not the smoothest experience and I worry about the longevity of it. Pressing the button 4-9 times to set temperature can be difficult if you have poor coordination and timing.
Having an extra pot will always come in handy with this device.
Now about 1 month into having the FW9 and using it daily and happy to report it’s been fantastic!
Personally, low temps for flavorful rips are my preference and so I set temp 1 at 330F, temp 2 at 350, and temp 3 at 370 (mostly for CBD bowls). Keeping it at 330 will usually clear a bowl with the added conduction element. FWIW I find flower can combust at higher temps if you hold down the button for too long.
The biggest learning over time has been patience: Unlike the Crafty, you should wait a bit after finishing a bowl to empty the it such that you can hold the ceramic bowl in your hands and blow out the flower in mostly one puck/piece. Was using tweezers when I first started and emptying the bowl immediately after each session was done but it wasn’t clearing very well and getting dirty so I use tweezers less and less.
Having external batteries (I bought 2 Sony Murata VTC 18650s) as well as an external charger means no unwanted downtime and that rocks.
Been using this case for travel with a spare battery, spare bowl, and tweezers for on-the-go (link: https://a.co/d/0fylRN7)
If you’re going to use tweezers, the smaller cross-locked aka pinch to open ones are pretty clutch: https://a.co/d/0d7cNuc
Definitely worth buying some spare bowls as well, plus this loading tool also works as a great holding spot for spare bowls (https://delta3dstudios.com/firewood-v8-capsule-loading-tray)
Cleaning components in iso has been insanely easy and makes maintenance a major selling point of the FW9 compared to standards like S&B portables (in addition to better battery, beauty, flavor, and vapor cooling)
Lastly, per Marc’s instructions, I bought 120 and 180 grit sandpaper blocks (https://a.co/d/8IcAHwn) and wax (ZBD GOODS Z's Tung Oil, Beeswax, & Carnauba Wax https://a.co/d/0IA2S7y) and have done 3 coats on the FW9 so far, each looks better than the last. Plus it’s a very meditative process that takes no longer than 20 minutes each time plus 15 minutes of drying if you do it right. Image attached after just 1 coat. The wax makes the wood color warmer and slightly darker each time which is beautiful.
Many thanks to this thread that convinced me to buy. Every single friend who’s tried the FW9 has been blown away and envious. The most frequent thing I’ve heard from friends is “this is not only the best portable vape I’ve ever tried, but it’s also a work of art.”
Personally, low temps for flavorful rips are my preference and so I set temp 1 at 330F, temp 2 at 350, and temp 3 at 370 (mostly for CBD bowls). Keeping it at 330 will usually clear a bowl with the added conduction element. FWIW I find flower can combust at higher temps if you hold down the button for too long.
The biggest learning over time has been patience: Unlike the Crafty, you should wait a bit after finishing a bowl to empty the it such that you can hold the ceramic bowl in your hands and blow out the flower in mostly one puck/piece. Was using tweezers when I first started and emptying the bowl immediately after each session was done but it wasn’t clearing very well and getting dirty so I use tweezers less and less.
Having external batteries (I bought 2 Sony Murata VTC 18650s) as well as an external charger means no unwanted downtime and that rocks.
Been using this case for travel with a spare battery, spare bowl, and tweezers for on-the-go (link: https://a.co/d/0fylRN7)
If you’re going to use tweezers, the smaller cross-locked aka pinch to open ones are pretty clutch: https://a.co/d/0d7cNuc
Definitely worth buying some spare bowls as well, plus this loading tool also works as a great holding spot for spare bowls (https://delta3dstudios.com/firewood-v8-capsule-loading-tray)
Cleaning components in iso has been insanely easy and makes maintenance a major selling point of the FW9 compared to standards like S&B portables (in addition to better battery, beauty, flavor, and vapor cooling)
Lastly, per Marc’s instructions, I bought 120 and 180 grit sandpaper blocks (https://a.co/d/8IcAHwn) and wax (ZBD GOODS Z's Tung Oil, Beeswax, & Carnauba Wax https://a.co/d/0IA2S7y) and have done 3 coats on the FW9 so far, each looks better than the last. Plus it’s a very meditative process that takes no longer than 20 minutes each time plus 15 minutes of drying if you do it right. Image attached after just 1 coat. The wax makes the wood color warmer and slightly darker each time which is beautiful.
Many thanks to this thread that convinced me to buy. Every single friend who’s tried the FW9 has been blown away and envious. The most frequent thing I’ve heard from friends is “this is not only the best portable vape I’ve ever tried, but it’s also a work of art.”
moondog
It's an obsession but it's pleasin'
Octavia
No thoughts, head empty
Anyone know of any third party stems with beads/bricks that don’t stick out when retracted? Been keeping an eye on GoodVibes Boro but looks like most of the recently posted FW8/9 stems stick out 0.5-1” and I’m worried I’d accidentally chip those since I almost exclusively use my FW9 while out and about.
Shit Snacks
Milaana. Lana. LANA. LANAAAA! (TM2/TP80/BAK/FW9)
Just get a custom from him or specifically ask him to make more like that in his next drop, I can ask him for you too if that helps
Well, another solution is to add a leather jacket to protect the device and the protuding mouthpiece.
I use mine all the time and it's a secure way keeping it in my pocket or a bag.
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Octavia
No thoughts, head empty
Does he charge much extra for customs, and do they take very long to make? I totally forgot commissions were a thing
Do you make non leather cases (eg canvas or pvc)? Seems like a good secondary option but I can’t stand the feel of leather
Shit Snacks
Milaana. Lana. LANA. LANAAAA! (TM2/TP80/BAK/FW9)
No extra and you don't pay until it's ready, but it can take a bit of patience until he has the time to make them because of the length of the list and him doing regular drops, which is why I suggest just having him make those for the drop as that would likely be quicker
EarthworldTim
Well-Known Member
If you're not averse to acrylic and titanium @RogueGuy might be able to make you one. With the intercooler it does a great job and I always have that stem in when I'm on the go with my FW7.
Octavia
No thoughts, head empty
Ooh those look nice too, may end up snagging a stem from both sources to compare! Never used titanium in a vape before but definitely liked my old school mflb acrylic stems.
Thanks for your help y’all!
i could try with false leather if interested
Would definitely love this if created for the FW9! Loving how the black and dark brown looks on your site
Hi all, just picked up a FW9 (a gift actually!!) and feel like a dumbass. When I heat the bowl, that first buzz seems to come in less than 5 seconds. I try and draw and nothing. So, I keep holding and a few seconds later I get vapor. I keep holding and it practically combusts. Help! There are no technique videos I can find.
Also, only one of my USB-C charging cables actually works on this vape.
Help!
Is there a tutorial somewhere?
Also, only one of my USB-C charging cables actually works on this vape.
Help!
Is there a tutorial somewhere?
Hey man no worries it’s a bit of a learning curve. The first buzz(es) are communicating that the bowl is BEGINNING to heat and what preset it is set to (1/2/3 buzzes) and then the later buzz is saying that the bowl is at the temp you’ve set the preset at.
However, at the beginning of a new bowl the device might need to heat and be held for a few seconds beyond the second buzz to actually see vapor when you exhale.
Importantly, after the device has not been activated after a while of heating to full temp it will do a longer buzz to indicate the device is powering down. This is normal.
The device comes with a manual that you can also find on the firewood website that explains the buzzing system and presets.
TL;DR: The FW9’s button is like a vape pen’s button that turns on the heater, and the second vibration is signaling when it’s ready and at temp. Hold down a little extra long at the beginning of the bowl for immediate clouds and enjoy
moondog
It's an obsession but it's pleasin'
As 3Stock said, the manual explains the buzzes by which the FW9 communicates its status to you.
That very first buzz (or buzzes, depending on which preset temp you're at) is the FW9 acknowledging your button push and telling you what preset level you are at.
Keep holding that button and about 5-7 seconds later , the FW9 will buzz once to tell you the bowl is at temp.
Release the button when you're done with your draw and after 7 seconds the heater will shut off and the FW9 will give you once buzz to let you know that has happened.
You can change the temp level presets, but it takes a bit of concentration to understand the way the FW9 communicates with you throughout the process. The manual does a good job of explaining it but feel free to ask any questions if you hit a snag.
Here's my drawing technique:
My temp settings are:
Level 1 = 370
Level 2 = 380
Level 3 = 390
- I take my first hit at Level 1 just to get some nice flavor/terps and warm things up. Once I get my buzz signifying that I'm at temp, I inhale while heating for 10 seconds, release the button, and then keep inhaling for a count of 20.
- I then take 2 hits on Level 2. Once I get my buzz signifying that I'm at temp, I inhale for 8-9 seconds, release the button, and then keep inhaling for a count of 20. The first hit yields a nice cloud and the second is even thicker.
- Finally, 2 or 3 hits on Level 3 that are massive. Once I get my buzz signifying that I'm at temp, I inhale for 6-7 seconds, release the button, and then keep inhaling for a count of 20.
rogrog
Well-Known Member
I borrowed a friend's firewood 4 and it has a flavor that seems to come from the wood or wood treatment (linseed oil, beeswax?). I've also come across some reviews that mention the woody flavor. is this anything to be concerned about, from presumably off gassing of the wood, treatment, or wood glue? I enjoy the vaporizer and might be interested in ordering a newer condition.