cybrguy

Putin is a War Criminal
But people are saying it's a game-changer.... in what way? Is it just that you don't use flame and it is therefore more discreet or safer in certain circumstances? Or does it do more than that? Is the vapor better in any way than using a lighter? There's clearly a lot of love for this device, I'm just trying to figure out why. :peace:
I don't think the IH changes the vapor in any way, that is really all a function of the VC. The IH allows you to heat your VC easily and consistently without having to pay close attention to where on the cap you are heating, how big your flame is, etc. The more precision elements of the heating process are skipped and the process is made more simple. If you started your VC experience with an IH (tho most won't), there would be little or no learning curve. And this is all a godsend for folks who may have difficulty with small hand movements and other dexterity issues. For those of us who have gotten comfortable using VapCaps they are simple to use and our torch skills continue to improve, but the torch is the only part folks are likely to find difficult.
The JarHead and the PortSide are accessory heaters for the VapCaps. I'm sure @Pipes would be the first to tell you that the MAGIC is taking place in the VC.
Are you talking about Highlights?
Ha ha. Yep. :)
 

Smokey McVape

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Me too! :) Looked like it was going to take a long time to get the Portside and I really doubt I'll ever need it to be that portable, so I went with the Jarhead. Looking forward to it!
@fcmember - If you're in the USA you will get yours first so you will have to let me know how you get on. I'm now considering ordering a new vapcap for exclusive Jarhead use - NonoVong or Titanium Omni?
 

Summer

Long Island, NY
I'm curious about the jarhead (?) skeletor (?) battery / mains heaters. I'm in Europe so I don't believe it can be shipped here, the voltage is different and it probably doesn't meet EU regulations at present. But people are saying it's a game-changer.... in what way? Is it just that you don't use flame and it is therefore more discreet or safer in certain circumstances? Or does it do more than that? Is the vapor better in any way than using a lighter? There's clearly a lot of love for this device, I'm just trying to figure out why. :peace:



@Ricardo, this link will help answer your questions:

http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/v...top-and-in-car-use.23211/page-46#post-1161215

Although, I'm OK with using a lighter, I don't enjoy the act of 'doing it.' I get better & consistent vapor with it than I do using a lighter. I do like the level of discretion of using it outside, especially at night. For an analogy off the top of my head: it's like using the dishwasher as opposed to hand-washing. For me, it's a joy to use.
 

Kalessin

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Although, I'm OK with using a lighter, I don't enjoy the act of 'doing it.' I get better & consistent vapor with it than I do using a lighter. I do like the level of discretion of using it outside, especially at night. For an analogy off the top of my head: it's like using the dishwasher as opposed to hand-washing. For me, it's a joy to use.
I seem to be one of the few that doesn't prefer the induction heater to a torch. I think my induction heater is neat and I don't regret buying it but I get much better results with the torch. I have never been able to figure out how long past the click to go with the IH, 9 times out of 10 I either end up with a weak hit or I end up roasting the herb more than I meant to. I still use it when I'm in a windy situation but otherwise it's torch by a landslide.
 

Zecrono

Ravioli Ravioli Give Me The Formuoli
Day 3: Power and internet still out thanks to Irma. Cold showers aren't as bad as I thought. Just got a PM that my Skeletor is ready :p

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I can attest, this is a natural response when getting a Pipes IH

Just got my Jarhead confirmation from @Pipes.
Congrats! Thinking about picking one up after the Skeletor comes in. Jar for home and Skele for travel. Let us know how you like it :brow:

Thanks to Dynavap, this emoji was me the whole storm :ko:
Even with family in the next room. Very discreet.
 
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Squiby

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Squiby

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I seem to be one of the few that doesn't prefer the induction heater to a torch. I think my induction heater is neat and I don't regret buying it but I get much better results with the torch. I still use it when I'm in a windy situation but otherwise it's torch by a landslide.

I agree. The IH is fantastic but I enjoy the ritual and results from a lighter. I use my IH at night bedside because it is convenient and quiet. During the day I prefer a single jet lighter, specifically the cylinder flint model. It roasts my load to perfection.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Cylinder-Fli...265150?hash=item4ae61d61be:g:2gMAAOSwcnpTnqSj
 

stardustsailor

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Accessory Maker
I LOVE the Hammered Ti stem. I'm going to try making one myself. I could go with a 1mm wide wall - 10mm OD x 8mm ID.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/1pcs-Titaniu...814866?hash=item2a40faf492:g:BBgAAOxyJX1S~ytQ

Or I could go with a chunked look with 2mm wide walls - 12mm OD x 8mm ID.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/272445398315?var=571447526609

With the wider walls, one could really get some deep modelling going on...:brow:

Squiby ,I'll be glad to help you with the details ,if you would like.
You will need a dremel and some soft polishing wheels ( #425)
https://www.dremel.com/en_US/products/-/show-product/tools/425-emery-impregnated-disc
Use the rotating wheel parallel to the stem length.NOT " crossing" lengthwwise -like it "rests" at the following pic :

Do not apply excess force.Gentle moves.
Have a cup of water aside,to clean from debris and cool the stem during work.
Overall it is quite easy technique.But better practice a bit first on a scrap piece of (soft) metal ,like aluminium ,copper or better bronze.

I have to agree with Squiby on that, the hammered Ti is exquisite. Could you give us an idea what you sold it for? Just curious. I am NOT handy with creative arts.

$15 for material/tools needed & workmanship
and $15 for shipping & postage (express registered mail) .
Total $30.
A fair price ,me thinks.

Also here is a better pic that shows the real hue (under natural daylight) of the anodised Ti hammered stem :
 
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stardustsailor

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Accessory Maker
:o

Stem looks really nice. I think you're severely undervaluing your workmanship :2c:

Every workmanship & art is priceless really.
And I'm not trying to make money here.
A fellow FC member liked the stem and wished for one.
Since I've the power to make his wish become true ,then why not ?
It's not everyday that somebody has the power and chance to fulfill other people's wishes.

It feels great making others happy.
It feels much better than having a full wallet.
Much better.
At least for me .
 

Squiby

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@stardustsailor

Thanks so much for the tutorial! I have a Drexel and the bits you mention and have had the occasion to grind steel and cast iron (cast iron is surprisingly easy to grind) on various home projects. I bought the 100mm length of the 12mm OD, so I'll have lots of material to practice on. I'll try to round the edges at the end since it will be thicker than the standard 10mm profile of the tip.

Fun, fun, fun! Can't wait!!!
 

snackmaster

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Every workmanship & art is priceless really.
And I'm not trying to make money here.
A fellow FC member liked the stem and wished for one.
Since I've the power to make his wish become true ,then why not ?
It's not everyday that somebody has the power and chance to fulfill other people's wishes.

It feels great making others happy.
It feels much better than having a full wallet.
Much better.
At least for me .

What a fantastic outlook on things. On par with your workmanship ;)
 

stardustsailor

Well-Known Member
Accessory Maker
@stardustsailor

Thanks so much for the tutorial! I have a Drexel and the bits you mention and have had the occasion to grind steel and cast iron (cast iron is surprisingly easy to grind) on various home projects. I bought the 100mm length of the 12mm OD, so I'll have lots of material to practice on. I'll try to round the edges at the end since it will be thicker than the standard 10mm profile of the tip.

Fun, fun, fun! Can't wait!!!

Dear Squiby ,here's how I round and polish the stem ,before the " hammering " effect.

I use the stem of a painting brush wrapped with a piece of 600 ,then 1000 and finally 2500 EU grit sandpaper ,to polish the inner tube,while the stem is rotating at low speed.

Then I round the mp end with a file ,and polish it with the same grits as above.
Use the drill at low speed as a lathe !


( my mother's hands are really... handy most of times !)
 
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mucsusn

60 going on 20
What is the benefit of lubing the o rings with beeswax?



I don't have any beeswax, has anyone tried using coconut oil?
The main benefit is the habit of maintenance, and it keeps the Omni condenser mechanism more able to adjust easily even after use has started to gum things up........I routinely twist off my tips and condensers and dip my finger in any of the log butters available, which are beeswax and (usually) food grade mineral oil, which I believe is similar to dynawax. You can also use food grade butcher block conditioner (I get mine at Home Depot or Lowes), but it has a higher oil to wax ratio, so I usually reserve that for full maintenance rather than the occasional dab during sessions for good measure.

IMO, beeswax beats the other food grade high temp oils because it has the best antioxidant properties.....so it stays stable longer in use, which leads to better lubricating qualities and longer life for all of your components.
 

VisiblyVaped

Well-Known Member
Every workmanship & art is priceless really.
And I'm not trying to make money here.
A fellow FC member liked the stem and wished for one.
Since I've the power to make his wish become true ,then why not ?
It's not everyday that somebody has the power and chance to fulfill other people's wishes.

It feels great making others happy.
It feels much better than having a full wallet.
Much better.
At least for me .

I would gladly pay for that work....
 

stardustsailor

Well-Known Member
Accessory Maker
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stark1

Lonesome Planet
Squiby ,I'll be glad to help you with the details ,if you would like.
You will need a dremel and some soft polishing wheels ( #425)
https://www.dremel.com/en_US/products/-/show-product/tools/425-emery-impregnated-disc
Use the rotating wheel parallel to the stem length.NOT " crossing" lengthwwise -like it "rests" at the following pic :

Do not apply excess force.Gentle moves.
Have a cup of water aside,to clean from debris and cool the stem during work.
Overall it is quite easy technique.But better practice a bit first on a scrap piece of (soft) metal ,like aluminium ,copper or better bronze.



$15 for material/tools needed & workmanship
and $15 for shipping & postage (express registered mail) .
Total $30.
A fair price ,me thinks.

Also here is a better pic that shows the real hue (under natural daylight) of the anodised Ti hammered stem :


A bit of clarification, please @stardustsailor: when you say "parallel to the stem length", you must mean that the Dremel is to be parallel, while the wheel itself is then perpendicular? :sherlock:
 
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