Discontinued Zion vaporizer

[TheDudeNextDoor]

I stole that from some dude...

That Dude must be one cool mother fucker, takin' 'er easy for all us sinners.

@Philreal187, hell yeah man! When I bought it from you, the Zion was not even a known entity yet. I had planned to use it with the Solo, but it just didn't jibe well. It sat on my shelf for a bit and then...lo and behold...the perfect match came together. And the gods smiled upon me. lol. So glad I picked that up from you when I did.

 

[thekarmawhore]

Uber cool and sooo dreamy!

And now Phil has to go out and get another PWT, DOH!

I'm real glad I have it now because I've found that some strains can be a bit much for my throat with just the stock stem and it totally fixes that.

 

[DieHard]

W9 tech Nibbler xL on the job.

 

[MichaelCompton]

I never was a fan of the pnwt. I hope there's enough clearance for hydratubes..

 

[doubledown]

This was from a while back, but the pinnacle water tower is perfect with the Zion. This was the fifth hit of the session.

@TheDudeNextDoor Did RBT supply the GonG or are you using one from another device?

 

[Shit Snacks]

@TheDudeNextDoor Did RBT supply the GonG or are you using one from another device?

No GonGs available from RBT (yet) just straight stems for a while, been discussed quite a few times here where they can be found with links though, a search should work if you need em

 

[hweezi]

It is clear that the spirit of the Zion dwells within the wood body. Therefore, the Beta Team demanded perfection in every fit and finish. Upgraded saws, custom 4 station 2 HP router table, and commercial planers and sanders where required to reach the goal. A special process that glues all four pieces together during routing & sanding ensures a zero tolerance fit making the Zion the smooothest vape on the market.

We are still looking for FC lifetime customers... Less than 2 weeks before the price increase and end of the Lifetime Warranty. Oh look, the link to the store is right in my signiture

YYZ!!

As the good ol' ontaria boy that I am, I greatly approve of this!

 

[TheDudeNextDoor]

@TheDudeNextDoor Did RBT supply the GonG or are you using one from another device?

Bought it from this Ebay seller.

 

[VegNVape]

Hey fam

Johnny was playin' it all nonchalant at an open mic night this evening . . .

Now remember folks, Johnny#5 is (dare I say) just a beta model . . . so can you even begin to imagine what production Zion will be like?!
I have tried to think about it myself, but everytime I do, I wind up coming to, collapsed on the floor, laying in a pool of my own drool . . . .

I am working on that.

And, I am soooooooo looking forward to RBT's next tantalising production vid!

So much fun to come eh!


But right now, our thoughts are with Ziggy & @Shit Snacks at this difficult time.

Ziggy had such a zeal for life, that to be taken in his prime is nothing short of a tragedy. However, his dedication to the cause will always live on. Future Zion's will never have to suffer such a fate, thanks to those that have gone before us.

Earlier on, out of respect, Johnny insisted on wearing a black band to mark the passing of his brother . . .

R.I.P. Ziggy Sawdust


Peace, Love, Unity, Respect

 

[doubledown]

That's some entertaining stuff right there @VegNVape! Thanks for sharing and keeping it interesting! Beautiful images too.

 

[HD Springer]

Nice pics VnV.
Its a shame about shits situation for sure.
If not for user error there would be no faults that I'm aware of with this heater set up. Damn.
What the Zion doesn't have is a "household brand" name. What it does have is performance. I've had to use my back ups while my Zion bowl is being replaced and ALL of them lack in 1 area or another. I do not have these feelings while I'm using my Zion. It's always a great experience. It's as if RBT took all my complaints about all my portables and addressed those and improved on them.

 

[upriver]

Hi! What item did you order exactly? Was visiting their site ago and they truly have some nice pieces. Thought they had the US joint size anyways - but as I now understand it must have been ISO before the customization? Or did I get something wrong?
Thanks!

Hi, I ordered this mouthpiece, and noted in the "notes" section on the order to please cut the joint to fit the Zion.

http://oregonglassblower.com/18mm-GLASS-MOUTHPIECE-FLARED-CURVED-MALE-18fmpmc.htm

I don't know much about the various sizing standards of glassware... that is why I emailed OGB in advance and followed his directions. I do have an 18mm Luke Wilson bubbler that I would also like to fit the Zion onto at some point, but for now I just like the idea of a longer, more friendly mouthpiece for those friends who are not as used to vaping.

EDIT: I am assuming Mike wouldn't mind if I just post what he sent to me:

"Hey there. No problem i can make you 18mm male with the shorter taper. just go ahead and purchase then leave a message about the custom. Price will be the same. Thanks,Mike-OGB."

 

[virtualpurple]

@Oregonglassblower does such great work. I've bought from him several times and he makes the process real simple.

Also, I am having a wicked rough September. I am praying for an early October Zion delivery. I'll also be receiving the grasshopper but I'm guessing you folks know which one I'd rather see first.

 

[vapen00b]

Hi, I ordered this mouthpiece, and noted in the "notes" section on the order to please cut the joint to fit the Zion.

http://oregonglassblower.com/18mm-GLASS-MOUTHPIECE-FLARED-CURVED-MALE-18fmpmc.htm

I don't know much about the various sizing standards of glassware... that is why I emailed OGB in advance and followed his directions. I do have an 18mm Luke Wilson bubbler that I would also like to fit the Zion onto at some point, but for now I just like the idea of a longer, more friendly mouthpiece for those friends who are not as used to vaping.

EDIT: I am assuming Mike wouldn't mind if I just post what he sent to me:

"Hey there. No problem i can make you 18mm male with the shorter taper. just go ahead and purchase then leave a message about the custom. Price will be the same. Thanks,Mike-OGB."

Thanks a lot! Was already lurking there - beautiful stems, great work. Def contact him as soon as I get my Zion... maybe even before.

Just think the piece will fit on the Zion anyway w/o customization... right? It's 18,8. Or did I miss something..?


Speaking of great sellers:

Bought it from this Ebay seller.

Can only recommend this guy!! Great customer care - am from the EU - no prob.

 

[thekarmawhore]

I'll set up a drawing of the top side and make it available that way anyone can take it to any custom supplier and be confident of a perfect fit.

your pal,
thekarmawhore

 

[phattpiggie]

@thekarmawhore talkng about drawings have you got anymore CAD's of things to come we can see?? PLEASE.

 

[Philreal187]

Its Friday got paid, preorder my zion plus 4 batteries, I gotta say I think its going to be a good day.

Thanks @RastaBuddhaTao and @thekarmawhore for this vape and great information along with all the awesome beta testers.

 

[virtualpurple]

I really love how open @RastaBuddhaTao and @thekarmawhore have been through this whole process. I really appreciate you fellas and how in-the-loop every customer feels.

 

[hackslasher]

^^^ indeed helps provide confidence that the consumer is getting a great product from a company that genuinely cares. Debating myself over purchasing this and listing my mighty up for sale due to some recent customer service concerns that have arose with s&b. So yea customer service can definitely effect the end result of a product no matter how good it is and it makes me happy to see you guys have been providing great updates, above and beyond customer service and actually listening to the people.

 

[Shit Snacks]

Thanks a lot! Was already lurking there - beautiful stems, great work. Def contact him as soon as I get my Zion... maybe even before.

Just think the piece will fit on the Zion anyway w/o customization... right? It's 18,8. Or did I miss something..?


Speaking of great sellers:


Can only recommend this guy!! Great customer care - am from the EU - no prob.

18.8mm, but Zion is US vs ISO. Been discussed several times how anything ISO will be a crap shoot for fit. Thanks to @cybrguy we know this and OGB knows to make one end US for Zions

And yes, a small company that actually cares, truly bringing customers in at the ground floor with pre order perks. Not only should any warranty processing go extremely smooth (all American for one thing...), the simplicity of the design and materials should render the production units beyond durable so most will never even need to experience the cs glory

 

[Jherst]

Just put in my order for a Zion. I was dead set on getting a Mighty, but after all the poor customer service people have been experiencing from the manufacturer (including my own experience) I decided it probably wasn't for me. RBT seems to actually stand behind the product they make and I like that.

This should go along nicely with my single battery 18650 when it is eventually made

 

[thekarmawhore]

Welcome to the jungle!

 

[cybrguy]

Hey fam

Johnny was playin' it all nonchalant at an open mic night this evening . . .

Now remember folks, Johnny#5 is (dare I say) just a beta model . . . so can you even begin to imagine what production Zion will be like?!
I have tried to think about it myself, but everytime I do, I wind up coming to, collapsed on the floor, laying in a pool of my own drool . . . .

I am working on that.

And, I am soooooooo looking forward to RBT's next tantalising production vid!

So much fun to come eh!


But right now, our thoughts are with Ziggy & @Shit Snacks at this difficult time.

Ziggy had such a zeal for life, that to be taken in his prime is nothing short of a tragedy. However, his dedication to the cause will always live on. Future Zion's will never have to suffer such a fate, thanks to those that have gone before us.

Earlier on, out of respect, Johnny insisted on wearing a black band to mark the passing of his brother . . .

R.I.P. Ziggy Sawdust


Peace, Love, Unity, Respect

I feel terribly for @Shit Snacks . I have gotten SO used to having Venus at my beck and call that having to do without her for any significant time would be great hardship. I have other good vapes, but they are poor substitutes.
But I must say, ZIGGY IS NOT DEAD! He is only injured and when RBT can take a break from building the first fleet of production units ZIGGY WILL RISE FROM THE ASHES LIKE THE PHOENIX HE IS!!! He will return to the loving arms and fingers of the man called shit <g> and go back to satisfying those needs that he satisfies so well, with all the power and punch that he always had.
So, worry not for Ziggy's mortal existence or for Shit's essential and appreciated ability to Zionate. They are merely dented and delayed. They WILL return, with GUSTO! Promise.

Sadness for the delay is of course appropriate and appreciated...

 

[vapen00b]

18.8mm, but Zion is US vs ISO. Been discussed several times how anything ISO will be a crap shoot for fit. Thanks to @cybrguy we know this and OGB knows to make one end US for Zions

And yes, a small company that actually cares, truly bringing customers in at the ground floor with pre order perks. Not only should any warranty processing go extremely smooth (all American for one thing...), the simplicity of the design and materials should render the production units beyond durable so most will never even need to experience the cs glory

Hey shits,
ya, that's what I meant. Zion is US size as well as the joints/stems from Mike. So there's no need to customize the end... That was my approach to say


@Jherst and @Philreal187
Welcome every one to the Zion family. Loving all of you guys here- @RastaBuddhaTao and @thekarmawhore have created more than a great product. It's a special feeling and I appreciate it every time I'm around with you guys here. Love the Zion spirit.


Have a great week end every one!

 

[cybrguy]

Hey shits,
ya, that's what I meant. Zion is US size as well as the joints/stems from Mike. So there's no need to customize the end... That was my approach to say


@Jherst and @Philreal187
Welcome every one to the Zion family. Loving all of you - @RastaBuddhaTao and @thekarmawhore have created more than a great product. It's so much more and I appreciate it every time I'm around with you guys here. Love the Zion spirit.


Have a great week end every one!

Well, no, I think OGB's standard joint is the ISO, not the US standard. The first M2M's I ordered from him came in the ISO standard and did not fit. Mike was GREAT about resolving that problem as I described in his thread, but the ones that came without a special request came in the wrong size for the Zion. So you DO need to tell him you are using your glass in the Zion or to use the US joint. It's not a problem as long as he knows.

BTW, the difference in the 2 joints is only the length. The taper is the same, and that is why the US male will work fine in an ISO female. The US male is 4mm shorter than the ISO male. The only reason this is a problem for the Zion is that the Zion joint terminates at the heater screen and a joint too long sticks out and may not seal.