That's great, Jabba!
Great pics, Green. Looks like mine as well. Makes me feel like I should really take care of those threads, because they don't get "better" with use!
Have you used DetoxIT on the threads at all? Maybe its me, but it really seems to make the screwing/unscrewing feel smoother.
What
@kingfisher said about the threads is right on; all those spikey edges on the threads is where the oxidation will more likely occur between.
No way I'm putting that stuff in the mouthpiece threads!
In my opinion, this is a very ominous result from my test. I'm quite concerned, especially with the TI. I see much less evidence of metal shavings on the SS. Since my first cleaning, the SS hasn't shown much or any signs of metal shavings in the front or back. The TI is worse every time I clean it, even after a week of no actual use. I've been soaking the front parts of the TI in 99% ISO for two days now. I'm going to make sure it is completely clean and then run another couple of tests, but some advice from me:
- If you are going to use a GH as a daily driver, use a SS, if possible
- If possible, thoroughly clean your mouthpiece threads every time it is opened. At least do a strong blow through the mouthpiece once it is removed.
- Be very gentle removing your mouthpiece from the hopper. Apply no pressure and definitely do not pull or push on the front end as you screw/unscrew. If things are gunked up and you feel any resistance, do a deep cleaning before next use.
- Do not load you hopper by dunking it into your grinder or storage!
- If you use water, then you can likely not worry about this, since its unlikely metal shavings will make it through the water.
Okay... I think my gh is shitting the bed. First issues last night.
Thank you to the people that referred that link a few pages back for quick access to try a new hopper. Mine arrived today. Ordered on Saturday. Wanted it now badly, have a preorder as well that I am waiting on. Very excited to see the results of this thing. The product is legit for those on the fence. I ordered TI but first impressions after opening it is "did he send me a stainless? I guess I dont have both to compare metals. I only tested, did a pre warm up to make sure it works, all good so far. Front end/chamber got hot quick, quite impressive and I now see hot how the vapor is. I think I can handle the heat and should do fine as intended. Fingers crossed on how long it will last. I test fitted my kfirrer case. Its a nice fit, hopper doesn't move or jiggle at all on both the sides (hopper side and battery compartment side) It's a great portable 3D printed hard case from what's available on the market and decent price for his efforts and hard work that went into designing it. Will share my experience after I get to rip one on it tonight.
You can confirm the metal by looking at the serial. GT = Ti ; GS = SS
Why do you assume I got the new resistors? I actually didn't check. But as long as it's working I'm not gonna worry. Plus got a warranty anyway :-)
Edit: Mine was GT0037xx
Nice. Looks like you got one that is consistent with recent shipments direct from GHL.
I guess I'm a little disappointed with the titanium hopper overall. It's more expensive than stainless steel one I have so I assumed it would be an upgrade in quality, but it actually seems to be the opposite. The titanium is noticeably lighter in the hand but the seam where the mouthpiece and body fit together is more pronounced. The way the back end and mouthpiece screw in is significantly rougher when compared to the SS. Even the the serial number printed on the back is crisper/clearer on the SS.
I agree. I notice the finer details are better on the SS. The notches on the dial on the TI kind of bug me. Looks like they are half filled with solder or something. I noticed the exact same thing about the serial number printed on the top. It looks kind of faded/dirty on the TI. I do like the color and weight of the TI better, though.
I am almost certainly gonna get me one of those Orbiters for my hopper.