Hello my Frients. It's been a while, but I've been using the new and improved Imp body and stem. The tl:dr version is "Its pretty flipping sweet, I loved the original Imp but this one, WOW, vapor production is SERIOUS!!! Well worth the purchase!". Feel free to read on for something a little more in depth.
In my initial review, I mentioned that I needed to "prime" it for 5-10 seconds before using. Dave was right, the old stem definitely needed to be heat soaked before getting them good good vapors. It was still lovely. I toyed a bit with overstuffing to not pack it as often, but found that looser packs actually gave me more usable vapor even though the material was thoroughly browned when stuffed. As I used it more and more, I enjoyed it more and more. Dialed in the settings, TCR 185, 30ish watts Temp starting at 350 and going to 420 using my Smok X-Priv. It was working wonderfully.
Then ya boi Dave had to up and recreate the stem and body system. OBVIOUSLY I had to get up in there so a new kit was ordered. My oh my, what a difference. The thinner walls, the secure O-Ring feel, the larger bowl. Hot DAMN! Air intake was improved, heat distribution improved, it really has been a major difference. I notice that the stem and body get pretty warm, but the glass cools down fairly quickly once removed. I've been using both the Fury 2 capsules thanks to
@antispleen and upping the temp to 400-420f and it has been working wonderfully. Definitely a great on the go or too lazy to pack option for the Imp. Ordered 2 packs so I have 10 ready to go when I travel (but I don't usually travel with material anyway, mostly pens).
This little guy has been producing major clouds. I ended up picking up a used Smok Treebox in Brazilian Zebrawood and it fits PERFECTLY with my Imp. Really happy with this setup. Not firmware upgradable, but I was able to dial in my settings pretty darn good. Wattage automatically adjusts based on settings, but I'm on Temp mode, TCR 185 with an initial wattage of 0243 ohms. Started at 223 ohms and play around a bit, this works best with my draw speed and packing methods. I've been starting at 350f with a regularly packed bowl and ending at about 420f throughout the session. When using the Fury 2 dosing capsules, I'm starting around 380-400 and ending up around 440 with nicely toasted material. Very satisfied with these results.
My kit came with the new Body, new long stem, new shorty stem and the new WPA stem. I set up the shorty stem with the glass beads and penis tip (lol) for on the go use, the regular long stem has been used without beads and I dig the feel and air flow. The WPA I must stay I'm using more often than expected. Didn't think this baby would produce clouds worth putting through glass, but shoot, these clouds are very real! Very satisfied with the price, look and feel of these guys. I've been picking this for on the go and home use over most of my other vapes (both plug in and portable) as I stated before and it hasn't changed. When the battery dies I pop in a fresh one and keep puffing away. Its a freaking neat little device.
I ended up seeing Daves post about Eds TNT tips and placed an order for a custom mouthpiece that matched my imp. Hasn't gotten here yet as Ed said it'd be a few weeks, but I'm looking forward to completing this setup. Overall, extremely satisfied with my purchase and the performance of the Imp. Don't regret going with the Beta initially as it was still used, but this new stem system, WOW.
Included is a pic of my beautiful setup. Thanks for getting the last OG Purpleheart body Imp in my hands
@mistvaporizer. Looking forward to many more pulls moving forward as I see this baby being with me a LONG long while.
Been meaning to try out on of your vapes for awhile. Looks like it's IMP time.
hopefully I'm not a health freak. It stoped when it was seasoned. I'll definitely want one of those if I can as I would also want something woody for my ebony unit.