A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Even though I am brand new here I wanted to get started on the right foot. So I made this hopefully easy to follow Tutorial to help out anyone who likes the look of wood mods but like me can't afford them right now. This was made in an apartment with hand tools, so you don't need a fancy workshop or special tools to make it. So If you think of a easier way to do something or want to substitute a part you already have that will work for You go right ahead. Also I tried to make this as comprehensive as possible , but if you have any questions or comments please feel free to Post.

P.S. In a few days I will be posting a followup Tutorial for a VV Dual 18650 wood mod unless you let me know that it is not needed or wanted.

Here is what is getting built









It works great and feels very good in my hand.



Here is the part list of what is needed to build it you may already have these items if not I will tell you where I obtained them. If you are anything like me once you build your first mod you want to keep on modding everything. So I recommend that you get a few of these parts so that when mod fever comes over you. Everything you need is right there.

Madvapes -

510 sealed battery connector - $1.49 Either silver or brass. They can be a pain to solder so Madvapes offers prewired ones for $2.99 its up to you.

Horn Switch - $.89 they come in many colors and have been very sturdy for me with a nice clicky feel when pushed
$2.99 New chrome switch picked up a couple so far like the way they look but no clicky when pushed

LED - $.49 to $1.59 Come in 3mm or 5mm with many colors to choose from pick the one you like (they come with resistor needed added to package so no need to buy separately)

If you don't already have batteries and a charger you might want to pick some up. The way this mod is built you can use 16340 or 18350 or any battery that will fit a 19mm x 38mm (Spring fully depressed) holder. You can pick IMR or protected your choice I recommend at least 2 (1 charging while other being used)

If you have never been to this site look around some they have a lot of great stuff especially for DIY


Vapoligy - They have a 5% off code Outcast Vaping. Plus they offer a lifetime 10% off for current and former military (any Military or Veteran get 10% off FOREVER! All they have to do is create an account then email me a scan or anything that proves military service of any kind in any branch to [email protected] and I will code them to a special “Military personal” account wich gives the military discount on all prices, then on top of that they can still use a coupon code for even better savings.

http://www.vapoligy.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=27

Battery spring plates .99 a pair I found these and like how sturdy & easy to work with these are. But you can use any type of connectors or holders you want. Just adjust the sizes accordingly.
Another site worth looking around for other stuff he even carries kanthal, nichrome, and wick for when you get a Rebuildable atomizer.



(3) 6 inch red wires and (3) 6 inch black wires - solid or stranded 20 to 22 gauge

Small rare earth magnets - A few months ago I went on amazon and bought (50) 1/8 x 1/16 magnets but can't remember where I bought them at but I believe radio shack carries 1/4" ones which should work you need at least 4


Home depot

Hobby board red oak $1.49 for a 1 1/2" x 1/4" x 2 foot I love the grain on these. They also come in other widths and lengths if you decide to make more mods.





3/4" wood screen $2.29 for 8 foot length. If you already have a piece of wood 3/4" wide use that. If not get this and cut it in half in the store for easier carrying.





Tools needed
Hopefully you have most of these already which will save you money. If not most can be picked up at Home depot



Drill and various bits
Soldering Iron
Solder and flux or solder embedded with flux
Hand Saw
Miter Box
Some type of Clamp I picked up mine at Big Lots Years ago and can't remember how much. Home Depot sells them for aroung $10 bucks. or you can use tape or string or whatever clamp parts together until glue dries
Some type of Wood Glue make sure its stain-able (Liquid Nails from Home depot has been working for me)
Super Glue
Hot glue gun
Wire strippers
Various grits of sandpaper
Sanding block
Small can of Wood Stain Pick the color you like best at Home depot near the paint section. I use MinWax brand with success
Small can of fast drying polyurethane same as above
(Both can be found at walmart also.)



Alright now that is out of the way lets get to it shall we.

First off using miter box cut red oak hobby board you need

(4) 2 1/2" pieces look at them find some interesting patterns and mark those for your front and back other 2 left and right
(2) 2" pieces again mark them top and bottom
(1) 1 3/4" piece marked as angle panel

from screen wood you need
(1) 2" piece
(1) 3/4" piece

Helpful Tips - Always use the same tool for all your measurements
Measure,mark and cut. Do not mark all your cuts at the beginning and then try and cut them 1 after another some pieces will be longer than the others.
Run sandpaper lightly over cut edges to remove excess before you measure.
always cut on same place of the mark whether you go left/right or directly on the mark.

If you have access to power tools like a table saw or sanders use them it will make this much easier.































































































I hope you enjoyed my tutorial.

Do me a favor if anyone makes one please post a picture for me I would love to see it. I would also appreciate any and all comments and or critiques.

Or if anyone feels I gave out any unsafe advice please let me know.

Its a pretty great feeling when someone asks you where you bought your mod and you are able to tell them No I made it.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Nice tut, where did you get the battery connectors like that?

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Very cool, I might have to give this a try when I get some more free time. Thanks for sharing this with us and welcome NV

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

I found them at vapoligy they work great for 18650,18300, 16340 and others I put a link in the post towards the top under parts needed.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Now this is cool how fun I'm going to do one thanks for the info and Pictures. And Welcome to Nu Vapor you will fit right in .

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Your welcome. Hope all who decide to make one have fun doing it.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Nice thank you, bookmarked now

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Exceptional tutorial Thanks!

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Wow thanks for the link also book Mark it .

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Dual 18650 ( Bring it on )

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Yea it's in the finishing and testing phaze but so far working fantastic and to me looks stunning!

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Wow great work and tutorial! Thanks for sharing well done mate! So did you cut the angle piece after gluing it with a hacksaw? Very nice job!!! Thanks again!

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Yea a hacksaw when I started making wood mods All I had was a hack saw so far it works. and if something is working for you why change?

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Thank you very much for this tutorial, now if I ever get my hands on more tools I will definitely make some.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

Very nice, and very detailed tutorial. Thank you for posting this here!

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

I have never come across any post quite so helpful and detailed. Too bad I don't have hardly any of the tools required. It would make a great winter weekend project.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

[MENTION=9085]Sonar505[/MENTION] love the detailed tutorial thanks for sharing it. I really look forward to seeing more or your modding.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

It came out nice, great tutorial. I like the way your have just enough finish to protect and enhance, while still allowing it to look like real wood. I've seen a few woodies that look like they have been dipped in liquid plastic. Quite horrid and artificial looking.

I can't tell by looking at it did you fully seal (finish) all the interior wood? It may not matter in your neck of the woods, but here in the Midwest the humidity and temperature fluctuates quite a bit. Sealing all the wood helps to avoid any differential shrinking/expanding of the dissimilar surfaces as the weather changes.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

I can only imagine very little humidity here but yea I still seal all of it including inside with at least (1) coat of poly.

 

A Tutorial for an Easy & Inexpensive DIY 3.7v wood Mod

I think this is the most comprehensive mod tutorial I have seen- I am sure it's the best woody one! Thank you for posting it!