My issue with the Fenix LODCE

LightWalker · Oct 14, 2008

The head on my LODCE turns too easily, it either comes on in my pocket or the head comes off. My E01 does not do this at all.
Has anyone else had this problem with a LOD?

Kilovolt · Oct 14, 2008

Not one of my three L0D's does that but I believe that a thicker o-ring might be able to cure it. This of course in case yours has its o-ring in place, otherwise you just replace it with a spare one.

Thujone · Oct 14, 2008

I really wish the L0Ds were tight for off...

crocodilo · Oct 14, 2008

He he, mine is just the opposite: the only twisty which I'm required to use both hands if I want to operate consistently... Guess it only has to do with the orings.

Marduke · Oct 14, 2008

Use the replacement O-ring. Make sure it's lightly lubed so it seals and won't wear.

LightWalker · Oct 14, 2008

Thanks for the replies, I think I have a spare O-ring.

light_emitting_dude · Oct 14, 2008

Had the same problem and the spare o ring is thicker and worked. I also use the thicker nyogel.

LightWalker · Oct 15, 2008

light_emitting_dude said:
Had the same problem and the spare o ring is thicker and worked. I also use the thicker nyogel.

I have been using a pretty thin lube. I think a thicker lube will help, I will give that a try.:thanks:

Patriot · Oct 15, 2008

I have 4 of them and haven't had that problem yet. I clean and lube the o-rings with Nyogel periodically.

cslinger · Oct 16, 2008

Had the same problem. Stopped using it because of this. Had an alky cell vent most likely because the light came on and sucked it super dry as well.

Chris

LukeA · Oct 16, 2008

Thujone said:
I really wish the L0Ds were tight for off...

The L0D would have to be larger to accommodate that.

Thujone · Oct 16, 2008

LukeA said:
The L0D would have to be larger to accommodate that.

Fine by me. A touch longer in order to ensure not having it turn on in your pocket is well worth it.

NeonLights · Oct 16, 2008

Have you thought about using the Streamlight Microstream body/switch for the L0D? I did the swap within a day or two of receiving my L0D, as I discovered how much I hate the multi-function twisty switch (worst interface ever IMO). If you are afraid of the SL push-button switch coming on in your pocket, you can turn the body about half a turn to lock out the switch. This easy sap turned my L0D from a non-user to EDC use.

My issue with the Fenix LODCE

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