That’s why i want to build the single cell version , for comparison and because it will be a cool thrower .
I have seen very good results from single cell powered xp-g2 S4 emmitters , and i would really like to know the outcome on this too .
Sorry Jdub:)
Ha! Not bad advice coming from a “noob” 
Done. Thank you. :+1:
The spring bypass at the tail end of my L6 has broken off (at the lower end of spring). Looks a bit tricky to re-attach (my soldering skills are limited). How much lumen loss do you think I would be getting by not having the tail spring bypassed?
Probably most critical if your L6 is bumped in power. If stock, the output difference won’t be all that noticeable. If bumped, your spring could collapse under the load, which is the real reason for the spring bypass in the first place.
It’s not difficult to solder a wire in, try to wrap the bare wire over the top coil of the spring before applying solder, this helps it stay together better.
Hi,
My L6 is stock, so I’m not sure if it is worth re-soldering. I’ve not noticed any visual change in output. Still, might give it a try based on your advice.
Regards,
Stephen
Cheers buddy! 
However… I actually meant really on top of first post. Now, one needs to scroll down the first post all the way to read this message. If you put the message all the way on the top, then it’s more likely that people will get to read it, instead of clicking directly to last post and not reading it…
… And you could also post the latest news (tan/sand colour L6, or illuminated switch) right below this message, so it’s easier for people to spot it, again, instead of scrolling all the way down first post to read latest developments. Cheers again!
In terms of difference in output, the absence of a spring bypass is I think primarily of interest with a FET drive, where you want as much voltage as possible to the led (and as little voltage consumed by other components, such as the spring). The L6 has a constant current driver, so I don’t think you’re going to have much of a difference in output at all, let alone visual difference. It’s primarily a slight reduction in run-time, but I guess it’s pretty marginal. As Dale mentioned, there is a difference whether the L6 is stock or not. In stock, there is 5A going through the batteries, hence 5A through the spring. This is not a stupid high value. If you have 10A going through the batteries and spring, then a doubling in amps means quadruple in losses. This is where things get nasty. But in stock 5A form, it’s not really too big of a problem I think.
After waiting for 3 months…my R100 finally showed up!
Ordered 100 for $0.86 shipped from Fasttech. The first order was lost and I decided to order another one.
Wow the R100 is tiny! Soldering it took about a minute and it’s now pulling just over 7A from Efest purple 26650 4200mah. Stock was pulling about 4.9A.
My Convoy Clear L6 just arrived. I am in love. I have been looking for a Boomer flashlight for over a year. I had been looking at the Trustfires, J12, J 18 etc. I wanted something running off the 26650 battery and was a real boomer. But I never pulled the trigger. Then I read a review here on the BLF of the L6 and thought it would qualify to be a finalist in my pool. ut again I couldn’t make a decision. Then the Clear L6 was released and I immediately knew which flashlight I wanted to buy.
The L6 arrived today and I opened the box and just had to stop and look at it for 10 minutes. It really is that pretty. I popped in a couple of Xtar IMR 26650 3200’s and turned it on. It really is powerful. I live in the city so I can’t truly measure how good it is because there isn’t a really dark place close by. But I will get out into the country soon and see how powerful it is.
I love hearing stories like this. Welcome to the L6 fan club.
I’ve had my black version since May 2016, and my silver version since October 2016. Both have been flawless performers. I couldn’t be happier.
May I take this in a different direction for just a few moments…
STOP talking the L6 up everybody …it’s not helping you know!
I’ve had one for a while too and been hoping to buy another one ……foolishly expecting the price would have come down by now.
If we keep saying how good this light really is, the price will never come down at this rate!
Any way just wanted a couple of minutes of your time …but it’s a great light isn’t it (damn! now I’m doing it)
+1 Ragsy.
I doubt the price will get any lower until the next big thing comes out. My perception is that the pace of new stuff is slowing down. I’m not sure if people don’t have the money or if we are all just so happy that we don’t have the desire for anything new.
Well as a geek i often get exited about new stuff, for instance the AMD Threadripper CPU’s got me panting really hard, and it is close to me building a new system for borrowed money.
But most times i come to my senses as the price on that new toy calm me down, and so i end up being the kind of person that upgrade his phone when it break every 3-4 years, and my TV are 8 years old by now ( first TV i ever owned, and i was 40+ when i got it )
My “new” phone are 10 cores, and that’s about 8 more then i will ever need, but it was a good deal so i over-killed on that my favorite hate devise, cuz i really do hate smart / cell phones, but circumstances force me to carry one ATM
What i would really like now is to upgrade my 22” CRT monitor to something that use substantially less power.
My quadcore Core I7 computer ( first generation ) will have to soldier on for a while.
On the flashlight front i am not going to go overboard, but aside for the Q8 i will need to find me a smaller light to EDC as the ones i have now are a bit overkill for that.
And maybe a light for my car that can be plugged into USB charger so its already ready to go.
SparkyK;
Let me recommend a Solarforce L2M for your EDC. A host from Solarforce costs $10.99 + 2 for shipping. Buy the drop in of your choice from Kaidomain or Fasttech or who ever and you can use either a 18650 for full size or take off the extension and use a 18350 to make it small and powerful. Really great flashlights. If you want to make the flashlight even smaller and lighter buy a L2T head which is round without the anti-roll hexnut ring and it drops a few ounces. If you want a standing tailcap there are still a few to choose from.
Convoy M1 or M2 would serve as well and cost less. And still retain reverse clicky… Solarforce likes to use forward clicky’s that don’t work well with TK’s reversing A6 or Bistro firmware if you’re thinking of going that route. When you consider that the P-60 drop-in module can easily cost more than the host a standard build style is much more flexible.
Convoy S2 or S2+ has options on the 18350 and are cheap enough as well. And the new Convoy stock driver has TK’s Biscotti for choices.
+1
When you can buy a whole Convoy light for less than a P60 drop in, why bother buying drop-ins!
:+1: 
Doesn’t mean as much if I say it…some people might think I’m biased.
I cant be bothered with modding flashlights i have to say.
And the ultra small ones like running on a 18350 or similar that’s just too small for me, would work fine for my friend as he seem to love what i call lipstick flashlights.
But i prefer something a bit more beefy and i might even consider one with a 26650 as i carry in belt and not pocket.
Biggest issue it seem to me is finding one that also have a good pouch that will last more than a few months.
But not to worry i will find something that will work for me, but it might take a few tries to get it right.