little maggie
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RBT products need an 18mm US stem or adapter. The only places I've heard of where you can get that is oregon glassblower- by special order- or RBT's site.
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CalyxSmokr
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I bought the first one before you edited. Let me know if you order the second one and like it. I thought about canceling the first and will if anybody has personal experience with the second and it is just as good.
Dramma Lamma
Looks like a job for!
I got one of each, I will do my best to update you whenever I get them.
If I forget nag me any time VIA PM as a reminder to post back here.
Thanks for the info!
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flotntoke
thoroughly vaped
Some of the m>m adapters you get with Chinese bubblers are the right size for RBT vapes (US as opposed to ISO. US good, ISO not good). Going through my box of spare glass parts I had 4 out of 5 that were US. But, no way to tell unless you have them in hand and I wouldn't trust most DHGate vendors to even get it, no less be honest about such a small part of what they are selling.
On top of that, some Chinese M>M are the right height but so cheaply constructed they have other issues. One of my 4 US sized has too narrow of a slope on the sides, so goes too deep for Milaana. Still not bad for me because 3 out of 5 work. But, be careful and check closely before using any of these in his vapes.
OGB knows of this specific issue and will do US joints if requested. And, you can luck into them elsewhere but it seems this issue and the difference between the two isn't widely known - even by glass vendors.
I was wondering if anyone had any comparison shots/reviews of the GB-187-S, FC-187 V2, and the D020-D. I saw that there was one for the FC-187 V1 and D020-D, but a sidecar comparison would be great (even though I know the D020-D's mouthpiece is in the middle).
I already ordered a FC-187 V2, but after following some of the past couple pages on the quality from steven, I'm getting a little concerned I might not be as satisfied as some customers from a couple months ago. Of course, that's the risk of getting Chinese glass, but I was contemplating just ordering one of the other two while I wait because those vendors seem to have kept their QC consistent.
Thanks in advance!
I already ordered a FC-187 V2, but after following some of the past couple pages on the quality from steven, I'm getting a little concerned I might not be as satisfied as some customers from a couple months ago. Of course, that's the risk of getting Chinese glass, but I was contemplating just ordering one of the other two while I wait because those vendors seem to have kept their QC consistent.
Thanks in advance!
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YungLeaner
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I would pick up something with a new perc if I were you. Another matrix bubbler is likely to function similarly. FC UFO or maybe the FC MOD which has matrix and Showerhead percs
flotntoke
thoroughly vaped
I'm really liking the FC-UFO. Waited way too long to order it. Was on my short list for quite some time.
Really like the size of the can and type of perc. Only issue is that the perc doesn't fire evenly all the way around on light/medium draw. Not too bad, and not a big issue IMO. On mine, problem seems to be that the perc is not level so air tends to go to one side first. If I put a matchpack under the side that doesn't fire as well, it levels out to almost perfect.
On the plus side, have been having fun playing with a hose on the mouthpiece side! Works well for me with bubb on table next to me, nano on top and 30" or so of tubing. And, not the crap that comes with it. Do yourself a favor and get some better silicone food grade. Favorite way to do this so far is with Joda carbed stem. I put a small plug in the carb. Hit with hose, then pull the carb plug to clear. Nice for zoned out TV time!
Also, since MP is removable you can spin it to any angle. Have always loved sidecars under my nano, and having the ability to direct it any way I like is even better IMO!
Hasn't been mentioned here in quite some time, and not as cheap because not from China - but I still love my jhanpoxel UFO sidecar. Is US and thicker glass. Not real cheap at $150, but still a good value! Find it on iOffer here. jhan is a member here on FC. Used to be able to get a quick easy 10% off by mentioning FC and offering the lower price. Might even be able to get it cheaper than that if you ask. I like mine so much I may grab another and gift this one to a friend who has always loved it.
Really like the size of the can and type of perc. Only issue is that the perc doesn't fire evenly all the way around on light/medium draw. Not too bad, and not a big issue IMO. On mine, problem seems to be that the perc is not level so air tends to go to one side first. If I put a matchpack under the side that doesn't fire as well, it levels out to almost perfect.
On the plus side, have been having fun playing with a hose on the mouthpiece side! Works well for me with bubb on table next to me, nano on top and 30" or so of tubing. And, not the crap that comes with it. Do yourself a favor and get some better silicone food grade. Favorite way to do this so far is with Joda carbed stem. I put a small plug in the carb. Hit with hose, then pull the carb plug to clear. Nice for zoned out TV time!
Also, since MP is removable you can spin it to any angle. Have always loved sidecars under my nano, and having the ability to direct it any way I like is even better IMO!
Hasn't been mentioned here in quite some time, and not as cheap because not from China - but I still love my jhanpoxel UFO sidecar. Is US and thicker glass. Not real cheap at $150, but still a good value! Find it on iOffer here. jhan is a member here on FC. Used to be able to get a quick easy 10% off by mentioning FC and offering the lower price. Might even be able to get it cheaper than that if you ask. I like mine so much I may grab another and gift this one to a friend who has always loved it.
Been eying that one for like 3 years. Lol
Just hard for me to pull the trigger on it for $135. It's made well. I've seen other members vids. I'm just cheap when it comes to glass because I'm so damn clumsy.
flotntoke
thoroughly vaped
Yeah, $135 ain't $35, but I've never regretted purchasing mine. It has taken a few hard knocks that I'm pretty sure would have broken anything from China, and you'd never know it to look at her. I get the concern with price issue, but you get what you pay for. I guess luck comes into play with Chinese stuff, because no QA leads to some being better than others - but $135 is a more than fair price for this one and doubt you'll have nearly the chance of it being broken in shipping or having sloppy or tilted glass work.
little maggie
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I got my FC Mod from steven and it came in perfect condition. I love it. Wait and see before you buy something else.
JediMindTrixR4Kidz
Member
New Eggosphere from CCG.
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/ccg-2016-glass-water-pipes-glass-bongs-oil/379170391.html
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/ccg-2016-glass-water-pipes-glass-bongs-oil/379170391.html
Any other glass similar to the UFO with two joints instead of a fixed mp? I have the FC-mod, would prefer something with more volume.
ClearBlueLou
unbearably light in the being....
After some actual use, I've become a real fan of this little thing.
First off, it's very stable, in an axis-of-support kind of way - which means that while it's plenty stable vs side-to-side bumping or shaking, it's even more stable along the length of the pipe. Being self-supporting the way it is, it fit comfortably on my keyboard tray: tucked-in safely & out-of-sight - not in the way.
Second, it's very comfortable in my hands (which are wide, thick & muscular). It has plenty of heft, to remind me that I'm holding it & the fact that it's obviously not a lighter (from a tactile perspective), but is small enough that I never feel like I'm about tho drop it - it does not actually FEEL tiny in use. I do confess that I'm fussy about the joint between the water part & the stem: seems like the most likely failure zone.
Third, I complained about this being a drinking fountain on first look & initial water-test, but it is not at all.
The permabowl is TINY - the downstem is relatively large in diameter, and the combination on this pipe really works toward those ends: with the bowl full (and with one of these in place...
https://www.brotherswithglass.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BWG-AFGSA928)
...the draw feels normal, bubble-action is very nice, and NO mouth water comes through - even after raising the water a full centimeter above the bottom of the perc. That one bowl, smoked normally (about what would fill your basic aluminum one-hitter), I can get a nice green hit, a full milk hit, and maybe a clean-up hit. That's often enough for me to stay lifted...and so many of my smoking tweaks work with it.
For clarity, you CAN get water in your mouth with this: but if you're pulling that hard, you're probably not getting smoke anymore.
Fourth, it is quite easy to clean - I was completely wrong about that. Resin sticks of course that's always true, but it doesn't trap and hold ash, herb-bits or other trash, and it rinses out quick and easy. When it comes time to really clean it, it will be easy to do the ethanol fill/soak/drain.
VERY happy with this, and glad to have it!
unsorted
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I came across this one, but all the photos seem to have the mouthpiece and the bowl in the wrong places.
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/water-pipes-bongs-water-pipes-bubbler-for/256072688.html
little maggie
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What is in the wrong place?I came across this one, but all the photos seem to have the mouthpiece and the bowl in the wrong places.
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/water-pipes-bongs-water-pipes-bubbler-for/256072688.html
That base looks thin.I came across this one, but all the photos seem to have the mouthpiece and the bowl in the wrong places.
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/water-pipes-bongs-water-pipes-bubbler-for/256072688.html
MP should where bowl is place and vice versa.
Edit: @little maggie
With that style of perc it cannot function like that. If it was an inline perc, it would.work.
This works this way:
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cybrguy
Putin is a War Criminal
Gotta say that's pretty funny. I wanna see ya hit it this way the first time...I came across this one, but all the photos seem to have the mouthpiece and the bowl in the wrong places.
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/water-pipes-bongs-water-pipes-bubbler-for/256072688.html
Seeing that the price is the same and the UFO comes with more accessories (while you may toss the silicone, the whip adapter and mouthpiece are useful) the only reason I can think one may prefer this is if you dislike the heavy glass Steven uses.
I can't really tell if the can is smaller...
little maggie
Well-Known Member
Ok I'm confused. I don't have great visual spatial skills. But the way it's laid out seems similar to my FC mod.
HellsWindStaff
Dharma Initiate
In the original picture, if you were to hit it from the mouthpiece, you would pull water up into your mouth. You'd be inhaling, and pulling water into the perc, which would go up the downstem, up into your mouth.
Air is supposed to go down the stem into the perc, not the other way.
cybrguy
Putin is a War Criminal
On the FC Mod like the UFO, you put the mouthpiece in the joint that stands outside the can, rather than the joint on top of the can. You want the vapor to come down from the bowl on top and enter the water through the perc. It then bubbles up into the can where your mouthpiece draws the vapor from the can into your lungs.
That is the opposite of the way it is shown in that piece.
That is the opposite of the way it is shown in that piece.
Do you mind sharing when you ordered and how long it took you to receive your item? I guess that depends on location as well. From what I've seen, the FC-187 V2 is widely regarded as one of the best China glass, but the latest posts for the past couple pages about the QC from Steven has been causing me some concern, but perhaps I should just be patient and see how my piece turns out before buying another one. I'm just eager to get a FC series glass!
I did eye both of those for awhile and, although they seem like pretty cool/customizable pieces, I think I prefer the one piece glass for now. Maybe down the line when I build more of a collection, I'll consider the FC UFO and FC MOD, but I definitely appreciate the suggestions! In fact, the recyclers that were recently shared have sparked an interest in adding one as my next glass purchase.
Thanks again FC peeps! You guys and gals are always awesome sharing all that knowledge!
