Milaana II by RastaBuddahTao

[flammy]

Gotta scratch an itch here.

The hole on the Mi2 (or any Mi) isn't really a carb. It's an air intake. It allows air to be moved from point A (in this case, air drawn in from outside the vaporizer) to point B (in this case, our lungs). In the middle of that air path, there's a heater that (ideally) has heated its contents enough to produce vapor that can join in the the air flow and move its way down the air path into our lungs.

Covering the air intake does indeed effect the flow of air. But I would recommend against covering that hole too convincingly. If you do, where's the air you're breathing into your lungs coming from? With the air intake unobstructed, the air path of the Mi 2 is clean as far as contact with electronics and glues is concerned (cleaner than prior versions, and that's where the upgrade with the new position of the intake is truly found). But if you cut off that clean air path, all bets are off. Who knows where the air you're breathing has been.

But back to the whole 'carb' thing. A carburetor regulates the flow of air during the process of combustion. It feeds (or restricts) airflow to the site of combustion and therefore enhances (or reduces) combustion. A combustion style bong might have a carb. When it's covered, an increase in the air flow from outside the site of combustion is added to the site of combustion as it is pulled through. Therefore, the fire burns hotter and produces more smoke.

Adding air to the airflow on a Milaana does the opposite. It cools off the heater, and lowers the rate of vapor production. Unless of course you've created such an amount of heat in the heater that even a high level of air flow can't counteract the heat produced by the battery. Stopping the airflow to the heater by cutting it off (by covering the intake) can produce combustion, but not because it's adding fuel to the fire, but because it's restricting the flow of cool air to counterbalance the heat produced by the battery.

So now I feel better. The Mi's have air intakes, not carbs.

Ok. Good to know. I don't always restrict the air and when I do, it happens for the first 2-3 secs of a 12-15 sec draw. That said, if it wasn't meant to be restricted in any way and especially since the Milaana works perfectly fine without restriction, I'll probably refrain from doing it moving forward. I'm definitely very new to the RBT vapes. This forum has been really helpful and I do appreciate that.

 

[eideal852]

Ok. Good to know. I don't always restrict the air and when I do, it happens for the first 2-3 secs of a 12-15 sec draw. That said, if it wasn't meant to be restricted in any way and especially since the Milaana works perfectly fine without restriction, I'll probably refrain from doing it moving forward. I'm definitely very new to the RBT vapes. This forum has been really helpful and I do appreciate that.

I dunno, mine seems pretty damn airtight, i certainly know immediately (ALMOST immediately, always a "what the..." moment!) what's going on with the no airflow...
I DO know that Ryan has discussed the intake's use as a carb before (i know, carb is really the wrong term, but no more incorrect than it's use in regards to bongs and pipes...) and that it'll get you hummin right quick...

 

[flammy]

I dunno, mine seems pretty damn airtight, i certainly know immediately (ALMOST immediately, always a "what the..." moment!) what's going on with the no airflow...
I DO know that Ryan has discussed the intake's use as a carb before (i know, carb is really the wrong term, but no more incorrect than it's use in regards to bongs and pipes...) and that it'll get you hummin right quick...

Trust me...I know it works to restrict but if it will harm the unit, its not worth to me. I was under the impression that the intake was meant to be carbed but as mentioned, I'm a RBT noob.

 

[eideal852]

Trust me...I know it works to restrict but if it will harm the unit, its not worth to me. I was under the impression that the intake was meant to be carbed but as mentioned, I'm a RBT noob.

Like I said, Ryan talks about using it exactly as I am; mind you, I think he may be more cavalier with how he uses his RBT as he has a deeper stock to pull from if it goes sideways, however here, unless you are plugging the whole time you draw, I can't see it much different than a slow draw...

 

[Shit Snacks]

Made some purple heart stems in 19 mm that hold our dosing caps. This isn't the best spot for this post but it's a one off
https://www.instagram.com/p/BxfOZkMgbDW/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=4hkb5itm1kk0

Just sharing this in the proper places, still loving my new Mi2 very very much!

 

[Logic]

Just sharing this in the proper places, still loving my new Mi2 very very much!

Me too, Shit Snacks! I couldn’t be any happier right now with my Mi2. It’s producing some of the biggest, tastiest clouds I’ve never even experienced with many desktop vapes! Superb quality, beautiful craftsmanship and an overall joy to hold in your hand! 10/10

 

[Shit Snacks]

 

[Shit Snacks]

Cross posting from Mi1 thread:

As promised, in creation order:

The original maple beta Milaana (the first with the official name used by RBT), then first official maple V1 batch that ran hot and was built rough, followed by the gorgeous V2 in purpleheart, and then the Milaana II in walnut with sapele cap.

Joined by SplinterV2 + SplinterZ Canary

Maple/Exotic sandwich

Back in order, more angles

Intake screen evolution vs sexy bottoms

Maple bottoms, remember V1 router mark?

Beta, PH, Mi2 sized up (V1 props)

Beta and Mi2 pretty close in size!

And all together, before I pack em back up (the purpleheart is like the ultimate collectible imo), while the Milaana II will carry me (along with those Splinters!)

 

[VGOODIEZ]

Lol the v1 router mark. I remember thinking, is it supposed to be like this? Then I started huffing on it and quickly stopped caring!

Ryan sure did come a long way in his craftsmanship from the OG Milaana to the last of the II's.

That PH is a beauty too!

 

[GetLeft]

Mi porn

Thanks @Shit Snacks !

I spent yesterday with my Mi 2. I prefer the feel of it over my 1.5 / V2 which ever it is. Really such a great vape. I hate that they're no longer in production but hey, if mine ever give out I'll always be able to look back on them as my favorites. Or maybe they'll never give out

 

[Shit Snacks]

Lol the v1 router mark. I remember thinking, is it supposed to be like this? Then I started huffing on it and quickly stopped caring!

Ryan sure did come a long way in his craftsmanship from the OG Milaana to the last of the II's.

That PH is a beauty too!

Mi porn

Thanks @Shit Snacks !

I spent yesterday with my Mi 2. I prefer the feel of it over my 1.5 / V2 which ever it is. Really such a great vape. I hate that they're no longer in production but hey, if mine ever give out I'll always be able to look back on them as my favorites. Or maybe they'll never give out

Thanks! Right VGZ? The first V1s were so effective the rough bodies didn't matter! I remember being totally floored by the PH V2 craftsmanship and the II did not disappoint! The 1.5 is a V2 with squared cap I think? There were so many versions and names lol copper helps clue you in aside from intake style, size/shape, and of course build. The crazy thing is, overall, no matter the version, they each performed better than any pretty much any other vape I've ever used probably

 

[Logic]

That PH Milaana... Dear Holy Mother of God!

It’d be hard to put that one down!

 

[eideal852]

i need to meet up, see variations in performance across the line, my 1(.5) is so much cooler, or seems it, that I'd love to try em out...

 

[warren0728]

my 1(.5) is so much cooler, or seems it, that I'd love to try em out...

intersting ... my milaana 1.5 seems way hotter than my milaana 2 ... i can combust the 1.5 easily but don't feel like i've come close to combusting my 2

 

[Shit Snacks]

No two are the same! Handcraft classics

 

[warren0728]

No two are the same! Handcraft classics

part of their charm! i guess that's why i want a 1 and a 3 (whenever that happens)!

 

[Shit Snacks]

 

[little maggie]

I have all but the Milaana II. Been focusing on the splinters recently. Do you think the II is substantially better than the V2. And if so, where is it available. I looked at RBT's site but the retailers he lists don't carry it.

 

[Shit Snacks]

I have all but the Milaana II. Been focusing on the splinters recently. Do you think the II is substantially better than the V2. And if so, where is it available. I looked at RBT's site but the retailers he lists don't carry it.

I think it just might be! The batch I got mine in was supposedly going to be the last one, but I think RBT said he will be doing one more build before the year is out... We will just have to wait and see

 

[GetLeft]

Do you think the II is substantially better than the V2

I don't perceive a real difference in vapor production between my 1.5 and my 2. They both slam. My Mi 2 might be a tad quicker to temp, but that's it. I do prefer the size, shape and look of the Mi 2. It's more comfortable to hold and it's pocketable, which matters to me.

but I think RBT said he will be doing one more build before the year is out

If a new batch of Mi 2 comes out I'm all in for an additional purchase or two. I fear the possibility of not having one until the end of days. The fact that Ryan foresees a potential increase in size with the Mi 3 suggests I'd probably shy away from that version.

 

[turk]

..you know I don’t see that much of a difference ( performance wise) between my 1 and ll..style wise, big difference..they both can “ put you on your ass”....if you’re not careful...lol

 

[warren0728]

i must be the exception to the rule ... my milaana 1.5 heats up fast and glows red ... pretty easy to combust

my milaana 2 takes quite awhile to heat up and is almost impossible to combust

two completely different beasts!

 

[Logic]

i must be the exception to the rule ... my milaana 1.5 heats up fast and glows red ... pretty easy to combust

my milaana 2 takes quite awhile to heat up and is almost impossible to combust

two completely different beasts!

I have noticed that too using my Milaana OG. Easy to combust if you’re not careful... heats up almost instantaneously and provides some real “choker clouds!”

Still haven’t used my Milaana II yet (I know, crazy, right?)... holding onto it as a backup for dear life. It’s almost too pretty to use... hehe.

A question for other proud Milaana owners:

Do you recommend using any type of wood conditioner or natural organic beeswax on your unit? Yellow or white beeswax? This is something I see other manufacturers using on their products that aren’t shellacked or use any type of coating or finish.

 

[eideal852]

i must be the exception to the rule ... my milaana 1.5 heats up fast and glows red ... pretty easy to combust

my milaana 2 takes quite awhile to heat up and is almost impossible to combust

two completely different beasts!

opposite here, my 1.5 is slow and cool. reeeeaaallly need a patient draw. my II wrecks shit and fast!

Do you recommend using any type of wood conditioner or natural organic beeswax on your unit? Yellow or white beeswax? This is something I see other manufacturers using on their products that aren’t shellacked or use any type of coating or finish.

ooo ooo oo ! me too, both my 1.5 and II are begging for SOMETHING

 

[little maggie]

I must have been out of touch because I usually buy everything Ryan makes. What is a 1.5? Or even a 1.? Except for the ll, mine are pretty similar to the ones SS posted.
Also is there some kind of list or website where Ryan talks about what he's doing so I don't miss the Milaana II if he does one again.
(I use some wood treatment that came from Ed.)