The Lotus Vaporizer
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cybrguy
Putin is a War Criminal
Couple things. If you buy your Lotus new, it will come with a torch. It's actually a pretty good one too, that most of us like. It really will NOT work with a Bic.
Second, there is a new instruction video for the new model Lotus that is current. As you will see in the vid, it no longer comes with the scoop (that I bought separately because it is so perfect for the bowl) but comes with a travel bag instead. If you ARE going to get one, I highly recommend the WPA (Water Pipe Adapter), as that is definitely MY favorite way to use it. I actually have all 3 ways, stem WPA and J-hook.
Edit: One thing to add. A new Lotus will likely come with the newly designed plate that looks a little different but functions a little better and should last longer. That vid still shows the old plate, as do some of the pics on the website. The new plate is shown above in this thread.
Second, there is a new instruction video for the new model Lotus that is current. As you will see in the vid, it no longer comes with the scoop (that I bought separately because it is so perfect for the bowl) but comes with a travel bag instead. If you ARE going to get one, I highly recommend the WPA (Water Pipe Adapter), as that is definitely MY favorite way to use it. I actually have all 3 ways, stem WPA and J-hook.
Edit: One thing to add. A new Lotus will likely come with the newly designed plate that looks a little different but functions a little better and should last longer. That vid still shows the old plate, as do some of the pics on the website. The new plate is shown above in this thread.
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Check out the cheap high quality bubblers thread in the glass section - we've found a ton of cheap quality glass for under $50 each. My two favorite pieces each cost under $35 from dhgate, but they sell for over $150 each at my LHS!
Vaping through glass is my favorite way to vape!
I'm still waiting on some glass to play with the WPA but I must say, the original pipe is nice. Very good quality and not relying on the glass.
Used the WPA with the Sherlock and its pretty much the same as the pipe with less restriction. I prefer the pipe at this point. Once I get some glass involved things may change.
Get the double kit, more toys, more fun.
catbird
hyperconscious
I think it's worth having the stem for the portability aspect, but I also don't have a good battery portable for flowers yet, and maybe when I do I won't feel inclined to take the Lotus places. But I do love the Lotus and feel like I would potentially still choose it for some excursions where I am able to vape in private, ahead of say, the Cera that I have yet to own. I also just like the stem -- I like the heaviness and smoothness of it -- and having the easy/sturdy/unbreakable option for home use.
natural farmer
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Wherever there is a bathroom, there is a place to bake a bowl for a couple of minutes...
Al stem is a must imo so I can enjoy my Lotus everywhere. Also I like solutions that last long and don't break easily. I like my carbon footprint as small as possible...
Jhooks are a match made in heaven for the Lotus though. You can't beat the visual feedback!!!
EDIT: it's almost a year since I got the highly improved Lotus v2 and became a Lotus addict. Still looks like it did the first day I got it... My precious...
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We are waiting for parts for the high heat Lotus. There's a saying about machine shops/vendors: "High quality, low prices, fast service. You can have any 2 of the 3." We choose high quality and low prices.
Unfortunately it will not be a retrofit. The cap will look the same but have different internal parts.
natural farmer
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So, it's out of beta and waiting for assembly? That's what you're saying, right?
I am enjoying oil on cotton through my Lotus these days... So fast and so easy! Hash needs a lot more heat though... Hence the high heat version! Will it be able to do herbs equally well?
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I'm about to place my order for a lotus. should have thought to order the other day when the sale was happening still.
@Max Jitter i knew there was something about your username but i get the reference. well done
@Max Jitter i knew there was something about your username but i get the reference. well done
hoptimum
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So, it's out of beta and waiting for assembly? That's what you're saying, right?
I am enjoying oil on cotton through my Lotus these days... So fast and so easy! Hash needs a lot more heat though... Hence the high heat version! Will it be able to do herbs equally well?
Farmer, do you need to use more heat to vaporize your oil in cotton?
natural farmer
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More than it needs for herbs? Of course. Less than hash as well.
jambandphan03
in flavor country
Just wanting to show some Lotus Love 
I've been rock'n the Lotus with the latest top plate for a bit of time now, and still getting great results. I see discoloration, but so far no evidence of cracking...hoping that trend continues. I found a low cost sidecar bubbler on DHgate ( D020-2-w from sunshinestore) and it works well with the lotus.
I've been rock'n the Lotus with the latest top plate for a bit of time now, and still getting great results. I see discoloration, but so far no evidence of cracking...hoping that trend continues. I found a low cost sidecar bubbler on DHgate ( D020-2-w from sunshinestore) and it works well with the lotus.
natural farmer
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Nice one jam!
How about this?
EDIT: It costs nothing if you already have the WA, it gives cooler hits than a j-hook and will probably last much longer as well! Very comfortable ergonomics. It also stands on a flat surface. Tastes amazing. Just a reed...
How about this?
EDIT: It costs nothing if you already have the WA, it gives cooler hits than a j-hook and will probably last much longer as well! Very comfortable ergonomics. It also stands on a flat surface. Tastes amazing. Just a reed...
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cybrguy
Putin is a War Criminal
This was a post I made in May soon after getting my Lotus. My issues with the vape remained and I just lived with them as it was still a worthwhile device, just finicky and a little more "difficult" than it should have been.
I wanted to come back now and say I finally caved and sent it in, and there WAS something wrong with it that they resolved (along with adding the new plate). The Lotus now works great for me and I am very happy with it and can easily recommend it with no reservations. Phew.
Another happy Lotus user.
420democrat
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Got my lotus today from a fellow fcer, unfortunately I couldn't figure out how to hook it to the Sherlock he sent me so I bought a cheap 30 14mm piece at lhs and been playing with the Lotus all I can say is wow I keep thinking I combust but it's just dark abv and massive vapor clouds, I do need some torch recommendations I got 2 madelaine idk if it's user error but I can't keep them lit or working properly for more then a minute
420democrat
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I'll have to order one ASAP this thing just put my solo and pax to bed
cybrguy
Putin is a War Criminal
http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/pocket-size-torch-lighters.13941/page-4
That's a Torch thread worth looking at.
I like the Honest torches as well, but there are lots of good ones out there. You don't have to spend a lot. My hottest torch is one that I got off Amazon for under $5 delivered. DX seems to be the cheapest place to get them but they take FOREVER to get here. An order placed 6/4 hasn't yet arrived.
Many like the Zico T38 or T39. The T38 feels great in your hand. Haven't held the T39.
If you need one immediately they can be found in smoke shops around here but they tag you on price sometimes. And get GOOD butane. Bad butane is their nemesis...
That's a Torch thread worth looking at.
I like the Honest torches as well, but there are lots of good ones out there. You don't have to spend a lot. My hottest torch is one that I got off Amazon for under $5 delivered. DX seems to be the cheapest place to get them but they take FOREVER to get here. An order placed 6/4 hasn't yet arrived.
Many like the Zico T38 or T39. The T38 feels great in your hand. Haven't held the T39.
If you need one immediately they can be found in smoke shops around here but they tag you on price sometimes. And get GOOD butane. Bad butane is their nemesis...
and moved on to a different color of the same
I got my glass order today. And it all goes together as I hoped.
Only thing that I caught me off guard was the base stand has a hole throw the bottom. Will just cork it up. The WT goes on nice too, just had to turn the swivel adapter inwards a bit to maintain good balance.
Received just before I was off to work so no time to try...just time for a couple pics.
Can't wait to try it out later tonight.
Only thing that I caught me off guard was the base stand has a hole throw the bottom. Will just cork it up. The WT goes on nice too, just had to turn the swivel adapter inwards a bit to maintain good balance.
Received just before I was off to work so no time to try...just time for a couple pics.
Can't wait to try it out later tonight.
I got my glass order today. And it all goes together as I hoped.
Only thing that I caught me off guard was the base stand has a hole throw the bottom. Will just cork it up. The WT goes on nice too, just had to turn the swivel adapter inwards a bit to maintain good balance.
Received just before I was off to work so no time to try...just time for a couple pics.
Can't wait to try it out later tonight.
Nice idea! I need to try this setup with my PNWT! And better yet i have all the parts I need (plus a 3D printed stand for the Claisen).
Blueberryyumyum
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Ok so today i burned the second time with my lotus 
taste and smell is horrible.
Disgusting after cleaning my j-hook and WPA with some PBW the smell didn't go away.
So i let it soak for a day in some vinegar and now the burned taste and smell is gone..
I use the standard single flame honest lighters guess i need to be more careful next time
taste and smell is horrible.Disgusting after cleaning my j-hook and WPA with some PBW the smell didn't go away.
So i let it soak for a day in some vinegar and now the burned taste and smell is gone..
I use the standard single flame honest lighters guess i need to be more careful next time
I've ordered both a Lotus and a Firefly recently…so far I've only received my Lotus but Mendocino Therapeutics packed it without a screen. 
I called and the kind man on the phone is having a few screens sent my way ASAP.
The Lotus was the first to my doorstep even though I ordered it several days after the Firefly…could it be a sign? I actually do have a serious question for those of you who have been lucky enough to try both the Lotus and the Firefly: Which do you prefer and why? Cash is pretty tight this summer; should I just send one of them back?
I called and the kind man on the phone is having a few screens sent my way ASAP.The Lotus was the first to my doorstep even though I ordered it several days after the Firefly…could it be a sign?
I actually do have a serious question for those of you who have been lucky enough to try both the Lotus and the Firefly: Which do you prefer and why? Cash is pretty tight this summer; should I just send one of them back?