Hahah - noted, thanks!I think it can work, reminds me of a nose bleed, but remember not to block your airflow, something like a potato in a exhaust pipe
SXK BILLET BOX - Reviews & Discussions
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You could try finding the stl file and getting a quote from Netram in Century City via email with attached said stl file.
Just a question. I would give my left grape for one of these, but 1400 is something that i need to think extremely hard about and save months for, being a single dad with 2 wonderful kids. Times are tuff. I currently have a SM22 and just would like to know how the BB compares to the SM
Alright, I got the SXK BB today with the Exocet deck. First build (2.5mm ID 24g kanthal, 5 wraps) leaked juice like a bastard. Will try figure out why later - for now I used the Nautilus coil adapter and a 0.7 ohm Nautilus coil that I had lying around. Leaking stopped, but I have a bigger concern at the moment:
This thing is destroying my batteries. I assume I'm doing something wrong somehow, but holy shiat it tears wraps. And I could see why - the positive pin is kinda sharp-edged and solid, so if the positive side of the battery slides past it coming out (or going in), it takes a piece of battery wrap with it. The negative plate is also quite sturdy but doesn't go all the way down (meaning the sharp edge nicks the negative side of the battery when that slides past it).
So sliding postive in/out first nicks it, sliding negative in/out first nicks it. How do you guys insert/take out your batteries?
I've got one ruined HG2 (well, not ruined, but it needs a re-wrap) so I'd rather hear from you guys before I put another one in there
This thing is destroying my batteries. I assume I'm doing something wrong somehow, but holy shiat it tears wraps. And I could see why - the positive pin is kinda sharp-edged and solid, so if the positive side of the battery slides past it coming out (or going in), it takes a piece of battery wrap with it. The negative plate is also quite sturdy but doesn't go all the way down (meaning the sharp edge nicks the negative side of the battery when that slides past it).
So sliding postive in/out first nicks it, sliding negative in/out first nicks it. How do you guys insert/take out your batteries?
I've got one ruined HG2 (well, not ruined, but it needs a re-wrap) so I'd rather hear from you guys before I put another one in there
I'll do a comparison between the row and let you know. Only getting mine next week tho so will be a little wait
Tighten down the drip tip screw in thing, wipe off the contact pin at the bottom of the boro slot holder thing, make sure ur RBA is seated properly in the boro tank. I also had a case of bad o-rings on the Exocet which caused the ohms to fluctuate
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Alright, I got the SXK BB today with the Exocet deck. First build (2.5mm ID 24g kanthal, 5 wraps) leaked juice like a bastard. Will try figure out why later - for now I used the Nautilus coil adapter and a 0.7 ohm Nautilus coil that I had lying around. Leaking stopped, but I have a bigger concern at the moment:
This thing is destroying my batteries. I assume I'm doing something wrong somehow, but holy shiat it tears wraps. And I could see why - the positive pin is kinda sharp-edged and solid, so if the positive side of the battery slides past it coming out (or going in), it takes a piece of battery wrap with it. The negative plate is also quite sturdy but doesn't go all the way down (meaning the sharp edge nicks the negative side of the battery when that slides past it).
So sliding postive in/out first nicks it, sliding negative in/out first nicks it. How do you guys insert/take out your batteries?
I've got one ruined HG2 (well, not ruined, but it needs a re-wrap) so I'd rather hear from you guys before I put another one in there
Press the upper contact pin to bend it a bit more. Mine wasn't so stiff to being with and has gotten better over time but a mate of mine used a pliers and a cloth to protect the mod.
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Alright, I got the SXK BB today with the Exocet deck. First build (2.5mm ID 24g kanthal, 5 wraps) leaked juice like a bastard. Will try figure out why later - for now I used the Nautilus coil adapter and a 0.7 ohm Nautilus coil that I had lying around. Leaking stopped, but I have a bigger concern at the moment:
This thing is destroying my batteries. I assume I'm doing something wrong somehow, but holy shiat it tears wraps. And I could see why - the positive pin is kinda sharp-edged and solid, so if the positive side of the battery slides past it coming out (or going in), it takes a piece of battery wrap with it. The negative plate is also quite sturdy but doesn't go all the way down (meaning the sharp edge nicks the negative side of the battery when that slides past it).
So sliding postive in/out first nicks it, sliding negative in/out first nicks it. How do you guys insert/take out your batteries?
I've got one ruined HG2 (well, not ruined, but it needs a re-wrap) so I'd rather hear from you guys before I put another one in there
Oh yeah. Bend the negative contact thing in a bit. I also have a ribbon around the battery to get it out easier.
I've bent my negative connector in a bit and when I take the battery out I take it out negative side first and my batteries come out perfectly.
Which o-rings? I have the same fluctuating ohms issue, everything's tight (top driptip screw, chimney, bottom contact, etc) but it jumps between 0.44 to 2.68. Rather... significant
Yup I ended up flattening it quite a bit with pliers. Much better now - positive in first, and negative out first. It reduces the angle that the positive side of the battery moves when going in/out. Or I think so, anyway.
That damn positive pin is way too long though, but eh.
Which o-rings? I have the same fluctuating ohms issue, everything's tight (top driptip screw, chimney, bottom contact, etc) but it jumps between 0.44 to 2.68. Rather... significant
The biggest fattest baddest mofo of the lot. The one where chamber meets the deck. Mine had a gap in it and then broke. Replaced it and broke again... 3rd one is holding on well and fluctuation is there but minimal. I grabbed a spare Exocet just in case but I really do prefer the insider
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Ah okay - mine seems fine, but the top part of the chimney does seem to fit rather loose (as if the o-ring is a little too fat? maybe? it's not "loose", really.. but it doesn't sit solid&tight on top of the Exocet, there's a bit of a micro-gap and some liiiiittle wiggle-room).
By the way.. the left post seems to wiggle - is that normal? As you tighten the screw, the whole left post (and it's "bottom part") moves back and forth. Found that rather strange.
Still using the Nautilus coil with the adapter for now, as I need to figure out the Exocet still. Weird ohms as mentioned above, and dry hits galore.
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Nothing should be wobbling but this is an sxk clone Exocet so some niggling issues here and there is to be expected. Luckily I can replace the Exocet for like 3 clip. Dry hits are a result of the fluctuating ohms. Try the insider id the Exocet isn't working for u or try another Exocet to see if the fault is on ur Exocet to begin with. Also, try a new build and clip the leads as close as possible to the posts. If using simple wire then try to wrap the wire around the screw so the end of the lead is facing the coil and not the chamber wall
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Ok, so for the guys with the SXK Exocet, I figured out at least one reason for the ohms fluctuating:
The pin on bottom of the deck (the part that makes contact with the pin on the mod) can turn. If it's only slightly loose, it loosens the positive post on the deck, causing wildly fluctuating ohms. Screwing the deck into a MiniTab or some such could cause it to loosen. Just before you're ready to pop the Exocet into the tank, check that the pin is tight (but don't turn it with reckless abandon, because doing that will cause the cotton tails to get all deurmekaar as it turns the deck against the outer casing. Spoiler alert: if that happens, the contents of your tank will become the contents of your mod casing. Quickly.
Once I resolved that, my ohms were rock steady.
The pin on bottom of the deck (the part that makes contact with the pin on the mod) can turn. If it's only slightly loose, it loosens the positive post on the deck, causing wildly fluctuating ohms. Screwing the deck into a MiniTab or some such could cause it to loosen. Just before you're ready to pop the Exocet into the tank, check that the pin is tight (but don't turn it with reckless abandon, because doing that will cause the cotton tails to get all deurmekaar as it turns the deck against the outer casing. Spoiler alert: if that happens, the contents of your tank will become the contents of your mod casing. Quickly.
Once I resolved that, my ohms were rock steady.
Sad to hear of all these issues...
A bit hesitant to get my vape mail now.. Guess the authentic does show its value with this sort of thing
A bit hesitant to get my vape mail now.. Guess the authentic does show its value with this sort of thing
Well, can tell you this: I've had the following gripes:
1) The battery fits too tight, can nick/tear the wraps. Bending the negative plate back with pliers will sort that out, though.
2) The Exocet can have fluctuating ohms, few reasons for this (one of them I explained above), most are resolvable.
3) The Exocet also has a tendency to leak like a bastard for me - but it's consistent, at least. If it doesn't leak when I first fill it, it won't leak until I take it apart. At least you can tell immediately if there's gonna be a problem
I'm still trying to figure out why it's leaking, but I think I narrowed it down to where the chimney connects with the deck.Now for the above, 1 & 2 were resolved on day 1. Keep those in mind for when you get yours, and you'll avoid them altogether. #3 above probably has an obvious explanation, so keep an eye on this thread
In short: I don't regret the purchase at all. You just have to hold the solidness that is the BB in your hand to realise that it's on another level. I'm pretty sure I can drive over this thing and it'll be fine. Perfect pocket mod.
Would I buy the authentic instead of the SXK? Not really, no. I'm not willing to pay that much for a mod (but I completely respect the people who do), and I'm not willing to go through the hassles of getting it into the country. The SXK does the job so far, even though I'm sure the authentic is of course better quality on a technical level.
Well, can tell you this: I've had the following gripes:
1) The battery fits too tight, can nick/tear the wraps. Bending the negative plate back with pliers will sort that out, though.
2) The Exocet can have fluctuating ohms, few reasons for this (one of them I explained above), most are resolvable.
3) The Exocet also has a tendency to leak like a bastard for me - but it's consistent, at least. If it doesn't leak when I first fill it, it won't leak until I take it apart. At least you can tell immediately if there's gonna be a problem
Now for the above, 1 & 2 were resolved on day 1. Keep those in mind for when you get yours, and you'll avoid them altogether. #3 above probably has an obvious explanation, so keep an eye on this thread
In short: I don't regret the purchase at all. You just have to hold the solidness that is the BB in your hand to realise that it's on another level. I'm pretty sure I can drive over this thing and it'll be fine. Perfect pocket mod.
Would I buy the authentic instead of the SXK? Not really, no. I'm not willing to pay that much for a mod (but I completely respect the people who do), and I'm not willing to go through the hassles of getting it into the country. The SXK does the job so far, even though I'm sure the authentic is of course better quality on a technical level.
I am of the same mind. You get what u pay for. I have other need for my money which is why I'm not for the authentic. One day though... one day. The sxk bb does the job for me once you iron out all the creases.
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I only use dessert styled vapes in a BB and I get some of the best flavour I have had on it. I think its an amazing flavour machine but the restricted airflow might make it less appealing for some.What I have discovered (and suspected before now) is that menthol juices fit the BB like no other could.
I even.... ahem... I even upped the menthol percentage in my current menthol mixes. @Silver - not a word. Not. A. Word.
I still prefer my menthol hits on a noisy cricket v1 at 90W on a mech!
Thanx guys for all your tips and tricks so far.
I haven't even received mine yet and I'm already mentally prepared to vape my face off!!
Now, say it with me... Go go gadget courier guy!!
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I haven't even received mine yet and I'm already mentally prepared to vape my face off!!
Now, say it with me... Go go gadget courier guy!!
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Well, can tell you this: I've had the following gripes:
1) The battery fits too tight, can nick/tear the wraps. Bending the negative plate back with pliers will sort that out, though.
2) The Exocet can have fluctuating ohms, few reasons for this (one of them I explained above), most are resolvable.
3) The Exocet also has a tendency to leak like a bastard for me - but it's consistent, at least. If it doesn't leak when I first fill it, it won't leak until I take it apart. At least you can tell immediately if there's gonna be a problem
Now for the above, 1 & 2 were resolved on day 1. Keep those in mind for when you get yours, and you'll avoid them altogether. #3 above probably has an obvious explanation, so keep an eye on this thread
In short: I don't regret the purchase at all. You just have to hold the solidness that is the BB in your hand to realise that it's on another level. I'm pretty sure I can drive over this thing and it'll be fine. Perfect pocket mod.
Would I buy the authentic instead of the SXK? Not really, no. I'm not willing to pay that much for a mod (but I completely respect the people who do), and I'm not willing to go through the hassles of getting it into the country. The SXK does the job so far, even though I'm sure the authentic is of course better quality on a technical level.
Ok awesome! Thanks for the great post! Really useful to know what to watch out for and to sort on day one!
Good that it's grafting well and that you are happy with your purchase!! I will be sure to post some feedback here once mine arrived.
Also just really like a small and neat device, so great to hear it's built so will!
So it's official.
I'm waiting till Monday for mine.
So, please post some pics of BB out there so I can at least envy yours
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I'm waiting till Monday for mine.
So, please post some pics of BB out there so I can at least envy yours
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