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    Streamlight Scorpion Destroyed!

    Great idea! Maybe Streamlight could use it in a commercial? I'm still impressed with how thick the aluminum is on that little flashlight, they made it to last! They could not anticipate what me and my dremel would do...
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    Streamlight Scorpion Destroyed!

    Thanks for the replies. I think I'll let the dust settle for a while, I did enough damage for the time being. Then again, nothing ventured, nothing gained:shakehead Frank
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    Streamlight Scorpion Destroyed!

    I should have known better than to try and mod my old scorpion, but I gave it a try. since the head does not come apart to release the lens, I decided to use my dremel with a cutoff wheel. That was a big mistake! When I finally got the head separated I saw that the aluminum was just over 1/8th...
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    What's your favourite budget flashlight & why is it so good?

    I've been edc'ing a Ultrafire A1 for a couple of years and it is compact, bright on high, great run time on low. No complaints other than lack of memory. Frank
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    Mini Mag 2AA LED Upgrade (TerraLUX TLE-5EX MiniStar2 Extreme?)

    Well, thanks to you Phil looks like I'll be buying a Xeno E03 XM-L:twothumbs I needed another flashlight:shakehead My wife is gonna kill me:eek: Frank
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    Mini Mag 2AA LED Upgrade (TerraLUX TLE-5EX MiniStar2 Extreme?)

    I installed the terralux upgrade a few years back with a tailcap switch and the terralux failed when the contact pins broke after repeated turning of the lens. Terralux sent me a free replacement which had beefed up contactsto prevent breakage. Bottom line, the LED upgrade vastly improves the...
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    Wife does well for first light! Lumapower content

    How about the Incendio V3U XM-L T5, with 525 neutral lumens available from illuminationgear.com? Thanks for your service Marine! Hope you enjoy a long retirement in good health with plenty of lights! Frank
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    Techlite Lumen Master from Costco

    Simply take them back. Even without the receipt you should have no problem having them replaced with a new package.
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    College Student Flashlight

    I sent my two daughter to college with cheap AAA flashlights smalll enough to carry in a purse and not a big deal when they are lost, which they most certainly will be! Three D cell maglite with terralux or other LED upgrade because run time is great, flashlight is so big it is not easily...
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    Upgrade mini mag or new led flashlight

    I did the terralux upgrade and tailcap switch on my AA Minimag and although it vastly improved the flashlight it is still no match for other LED flashlights at a fraction of the cost. I EDC the Ultrafire A1 from dealextreme and on a single RCR123A it out shines, out performs and outlasts the...
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    Incendio V3 Question

    Guys, thank you for the useful feedback. I was concerned that the high setting was too unstable and made the flashlight more of a novelty. I will be placing an order soon, and the low setting really makes it perfect for my needs. I have been edcing a Ultrafire A1 for a couple years without any...
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    Incendio V3 Question

    I would like to know if anyone owns the V3 model with the 550 lumen high output? I have only seen this model advertised on one site and there is a warning that the high setting should only be used for no more than two minutes. I like the battery platform and other reviews of the V3 350 lumen...
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    xml vs sst 50 in same flashlight?

    I have the ultrafire G2 (SST), and the 502b which I modded with their R5 emitter. I just went outside and compared the two. The SST is floodier, but the 502b with the R5 is the better thrower.
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    When is the mini maglite pro coming out?

    I put a terralux tle5ex in my older minimag a few years ago and it failed when the contacts broke due to the head assembly. I contacted the terralux folks by email and they sent me a new dropin. The new unit has two very beefy contacts that look like little barrels to prevent the breakage from...
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    Why are you a flashaholic?

    Good responses regarding preparedness. There are quite a few survival programs which make the point that folks would benefit from carrying a flashlight, butane lighter, folding knife. How much room does a bottle of water, roll of duct tape or blanket take up in your car? Could save a life!
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    Why are you a flashaholic?

    Childhood fear of the dark and a need to be prepared! I have a fascination with flashlights, butane lighters, tactical knives and so forth. I have had a recurring dream/nightmare for years in which I am in a dimly lit house and every lamp or light switch I try fails. I can at least have some...
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    Do you carry a flashlight during the day?

    I carry an inexpensive Ultrafire A1, powered by a single RCR123A. I think it's foolish to have a wide assortment of LED flashlights at home and not carry at least one on my person at all times. I also like to have my flashlight with me so I can demonstrate the benefits of an advanced LED...
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    Olight T20-T; Pros and Cons?

    I own two Olight T-20's, and at the time I bought them I thought they were very well made and still do, however I believe there are much better lights available now. Why limit yourself to 123A's? You could get something that runs on either 123A's or a 18650, nice to have that versatility. I find...
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    LED Drop in for MagCharger?

    Good suggestion, thanks.
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    LED Drop in for MagCharger?

    I had the exact same problem with my MiniMag. Had a Terralux TLE5-EX in it and gave it to my Mom. I had a tailcap switch on it but she must have cranked on the lamphead and broke the legs on the emitter. Terralux sent me a replacement and this one has a real beefed up circuit to protect...

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