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Milaana. Lana. LANA. LANAAAA! (TM2/TP80/BAK/FW9)
I don't have a problem never using the upper parts of my dial lol they're there just in case
It's a factory utility that allows you to raise or lower the calibration from the default position. In other words, lower the calibration and you'll get more resolution for the lower temps on the dial. There are investigations in the manual (I believe) and also in the thread of you need them.
See page 932 for calibration info. That’s the latest I have regarding this for the TM2 (I keep copious notes on it). I forget if it’s the same for the OG TM. I’ve never tried recalibrating either my OG TM or PH TM2 either. I was tempted once or twice but never went through with it.I'll dig into the details when I'm in a better position to comprehend (anything), but the short answer is this is something I can do at home? Right.
I'm on bowl 3 of Durban Poison, hand-ground medium-coarse, packed full, light tamp, and the stem with the glass beads.
I love this thing already. If I can re-calibrate it, it can only get better.
Bill
See page 932 for calibration info. That’s the latest I have regarding this for the TM2 (I keep copious notes on it). I forget if it’s the same for the OG TM. I’ve never tried recalibrating either my OG TM or PH TM2 either. I was tempted once or twice but never went through with it.
Unfortunately, I’m on a very long T-break hiatus with no end in sight and miss my TMs. I have a few other vapes but the TMs are my ‘rotation’ mentioned a page or two back. There is no better vape in my opinion (for me).
Cheers.
Is that a factory/vendor return, or an easy DIY fix?
I have no reason to believe that this unit is mis-calibrated--I'm rather certain that isn't the case--but if it were possible to recalibrate the unit to give me more low end, I'm fairly certain I'd do that.
Perhaps they should bring out a TM2 PH SUB-ZERO Edition?
Bill
The WPA is useful if you want to connect to a water pipe, which I don't think the TM2 really needs, others would disagree... it's cheap enough that its a good option to try. If you get the PH version, I prefer the long missile/dick glass stem. For the base TM2 I believe it comes with the Titanium Stem which heats too quickly for my tastes.If--for sake of argument--a TM2 PH was on it's way to me and I had some credit at PotV to burn, what accessories would you all suggest to round out the experience?
Is the "official" 14mm WPA a must have? Or is there a compelling WPA alternative?
Are the J Hooks something to consider? Sneaky Pete's has a J Hook with beads (thoughts)?
What else?
Thanks in advance.
Bill
I suggest not paying for any other accessories until you get used to what the TM2 comes with... that will give you enough experience to help you decide what is worth spending money on for your specific needs.
Enjoy the device as is for awhile, you may find the current settings just fine. I start at #5, and go up by one, till I get to 7, or vapor production and taste diminishes. I can’t imagine that a level of “0” or “1”, wouldn’t be light enough,
I’d advise using your new TM for awhile before doing any calibration. While I’ve never needed to do it, there are posts here that describe the process in detail. Some have screwed it up. Enjoy the device as is for awhile, you may find the current settings just fine. I start at #5, and go up by one, till I get to 7, or vapor production and taste diminishes. I can’t imagine that a level of “0” or “1”, wouldn’t be light enough, unless the factory calibration is not proper. If that becomes an issue, then consider doing a recalibration….
Yeah better to adapt to the device especially at first, however you're saying you only take about three hits normally then? Also remember the new PH has been said to run a bit hotter seemingly at least compared to what we have (my TM2 ran hotter than my old TM1s too, so I have a lot of free rein low on the dial and why I turn the dial tiniest bits instead of up entire numbers or dashes)
however you're saying you only take about three hits normally then?
I know with certainty that i will enjoy this device fully if I can turn it down and extend the bottom end.
No, I didn’t note how many hits, just the temp steps I normally use.
Usually 2-3 at each step, I go by the taste and feel, as different strains vape differently, strain, grind, humidity, etc.
Well…. If you’re “certain”, then go for it.
Best of luck or skill, let us know the results.
Well, hello again fc! long time no see! (this is my first post in probably 2 years)
I figured it was appropriate to return this morning to announce I just pulled the trigger on a TM2 purpleheart, considering this was the first place I stumbled on the original TM years ago. It's been a dream vape ever since, and finally I'm at a point in my life I can see what all the hype is about.
I went ahead and picked up the v2 dosing capsules and an extra battery, and plan on getting a tinymigh.t bowl and a couple spiked stems from aliexpress. I don't expect to be using it on a piece much, considering I already own a ball vape for home use, but I'm curious if there were still any other accessories y'all would recommend? And any other tips/tricks y'all can provide on how to get the most out of the thing. For reference, I'm more interested in full lower-temp extractions than I am in riding the combustion line.
Cheers, and here's looking forward to trying the thing out next week!
went ahead and picked up the v2 dosing capsules and an extra battery, and plan on getting a tinymigh.t bowl and a couple spiked stems from aliexpress. I don't expect to be using it on a piece much, considering I already own a ball vape for home use, but I'm curious if there were still any other accessories y'all would recommend?
That procedure was originally intended only for in-house calibration. For the first couple of years of the TM1 it wasn't documented anywhere, people learned about it from trouble shooting emails with the manufacturer. Once that information spread he decided to go ahead and document it. It's generally not the right solution for fixing problems with the device but is a workaround that some have found helpful.What brilliant engineer came up with that routine for people who are using their product as directed? LOL
That procedure was originally intended only for in-house calibration. For the first couple of years of the TM1 it wasn't documented anywhere, people learned about it from trouble shooting emails with the manufacturer. Once that information spread he decided to go ahead and document it. It's generally not the right solution for fixing problems with the device but is a workaround that some have found helpful.
My PH TM2 runs cooler than my OG TM from my experience. That being said it’s not a true 1:1 comparison since I use the short stock stem with the OG and newer, longer and cooler (cooling) stems with my PH TM2. The first draw with the TM2 is occasionally underwhelming and subsequent ones are better. Also, I start at a lower temp on the dial with the OG than with the TM2. Whenever my hiatus is over, whenever that might be, I’ll do a better A/A comparison. I don’t even remember if I tried a short stock stem with the TM2 when I got it.Also remember the new PH has been said to run a bit hotter seemingly at least compared to what we have
I'm not "certain" in air quotes, I'm certain in actuality.
What I like may not be to other's tastes, so be it. I know what I like.
Fair enough?
Bill
I haven't grabbed them yet, my plan was just a couple of the basic '3D spiked' stems. I'm normally fairly clumsy so I mainly wanted to have some backups, even if the function isn't the most ideal. At the current price point it wouldn't hurt that much if I accidentally broke one of the stems I've been looking at, but that'd be a different story with a nice artisan stem like the gvb.I don't know what you got from aliEx, but I would be surprised if they were that good, the t-bowl depends on how you are going to use it (for me it would be useless) my favorite is still my good vibes u turn stem, I also like my other stems from him and pyro high tech, and WPA (hookahhead makes nice ones too also rogue wax works) and various right angle hooks and other dry glass pieces... Plain WPAs without the glass screen only (and I never use capsules)
You are welcome, glad I could help.
Some of us have gone for the spiked J hooks, which cool really well. I picked up a three pack of these from DHGate expecting to break them when I was out and about And I haven't broken any yet. They are surprisingly durable. But I need a lot of cooling and these work pretty well for me.I haven't grabbed them yet, my plan was just a couple of the basic '3D spiked' stems. I'm normally fairly clumsy so I mainly wanted to have some backups, even if the function isn't the most ideal. At the current price point it wouldn't hurt that much if I accidentally broke one of the stems I've been looking at, but that'd be a different story with a nice artisan stem like the gvb.
Some of us have gone for the spiked J hooks, which cool really well. I picked up a three pack of these from DHGate expecting to break them when I was out and about And I haven't broken any yet. They are surprisingly durable. But I need a lot of cooling and these work pretty well for me.
Here is a sample from DHGate.
They were cheaper a couple years ago when I got them, but they're still very inexpensive compared to the well made ones that are made in the US. The locally made ones are clearly made better, but I can't really afford them and these cheaper knockoffs work well.