Viewloader XSV VLocityMy clockspring broke the first month. I called Viewloader, they said it's been a problem for them but they have a replacement clockspring. Only thing stopping me from getting my loader fixed was...
My clockspring broke the first month. I called Viewloader, they said it's been a problem for them but they have a replacement clockspring. Only thing stopping me from getting my loader fixed was the original receipt. I didn't keep it, so I don't get to fix my loader. I can't even buy the part from them. they don't sell parts. So, a known defect from the manufacturer and they won't fix their screw up unless I have my reciept. Way to stand behind your product Viewloader. Very disappointed!!
Update!!
I called again, they are going to send me a replacement spring as soon as they come in. "Don't worry about the reciept". Now that's more like it!! I'll change my rating after I have tested the new spring.
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Currently 3.3/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocitySAVE YOURSELF SOME TIME DON'T BUY THIS LOADER
First impressions:
I have always preferred Vlocities over my more trusted Empire B2, but the battery life has always been an issue with these loaders....
I have always preferred Vlocities over my more trusted Empire B2, but the battery life has always been an issue with these loaders. I bought the XSV loader off a christmas special; since it came with rechargeables and XSV chip... this should solve my worries ... but it has more flaws than just the basic Vlocity jr.
Batteries:
The rechargeable batteries definitely last an entire day of tournament play since they are 500 mah (amount of charge they hold, a lot for 9v.) Shot maybe 4 cases worth of paint in one day i
Vlocities are lighter than most Tournament loaders. Even lighter with the rechargeable Lithium batteries.
Batteries stopped working after approx. 10 charges, and charger went out after approx. 20 charges. could be Code 242 quality issues.
Programming:
was not as easy as 1 2 3 as it is with the Vlocity SF or with Vlocity aftermarket chips. In fact, I never got it to set right, and the unjam code is worthless. The XSV chip is not a plus in my eyes.
Lid:
The lid didn't really need to be broken in to pop open and pop close. The wide opening allowed for you to poor all you paint in a jiffy and avoid being featured on Der Der's Shortbus (you know the part where everyone missed the loader completely when loading)
Speedfeeds fit nicely and don't come flying off easily, but most of them require you to take shell apart and fit it in (not really big deal)
Cleaning:
Taking the loader apart isn't 100% necessary unless it just blended the paint to soup. Manual (yes I do read them) says to run a swab through the feedneck and use the tip to clean the paddles. Then you are set. WRONG. I wish they made suicide shells for this thing! When paint gets into the clockspring (unique drive for XSV loaders), it really messes with the timing and the loader begins to stutter. Other Vlocities, you can get away with the swab unless you can float a boat in your orange martini .. Blended not stirred
Performance:
has an annoying buzzing sound when it starts up because of the tension. A much more louder and annoying sound than other Vlocities. This is just not my XSV. It is all of them. It's like a reving Hemi.
The clockspring does not work the way it was designed to. Meaning, loader jams real easy. The drop rate at the highest setting and charged batteries was around 20 bps. Most people won't know but if you hit the button once when starting up, it switches from green light to red light (type of batteries), which can be misinterpreted as low battery, jam, etc..
The loader's ability to unjam is horrible compared to all the other loaders out there. I have to manually unjam it 9 out of 10 times.
The design of Vlocities in general has been the strong point of the loader with durable feednecks, shells, drive cone, weight, and shape (people thought it was ugly at first). The slant that directs balls to the feeding tray. Giving markers a more balanced feel.
Reliability:
Besides the battery issue, the clockspring broke after 15 cases had been through it. VL doesn't really sell these parts separately; however, I snagged another one, and it broke 6 cases later. After 21 cases, the loader pretty much was done for: motor is weak and drive cone needs to be replaced. Whereas, other loaders have been through 40+ cases without mechanical problems.
VL's customer service reps are polite but not helpful. Oh save your receipt!
Overall:
I highly recommend you don't spend your money on this series. Even if you are a XSV fan. This loader will have you questioning your loyalty.
Better spent on a Vlocity Jr with upgraded chip and boost pack if you are set on a VLocity.
I still think it is the best design despite the problems with just the XSV
The cool stickers it comes with are not worth the frustration.
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Currently 2.8/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocitywhen i first received my xsv vlocity, i was looking for a complete package. good chip, fast loading, dependable. this is what the xsv advertised, it came with rechargeable batteries, an xsv select...
when i first received my xsv vlocity, i was looking for a complete package. good chip, fast loading, dependable. this is what the xsv advertised, it came with rechargeable batteries, an xsv select force chip, the clock spring impeller, looks like it was a complete package.
to my dismay there were alot of disappointments from the get go. i've had to replace 2 clock springs because of the way the loader was feeding. the xsv chip's logic would constantly force balls into the chamber faster than the stack would allow. this is what would break the clock spring. i decided to experiment and used a gangstarr chip instead and no breaks on the spring since.
the batteries are a nice touch, since the charger allows for charging at home or in the car. the adapter is included.
in game usage with the stock chip i found to be slightly cumbersome as the loader was always making strange noises and preloading the loader. it would also almost at random reverse the loading. often times i felt like it had a mind of its own.
in the end, its not as bad as i made it out to me, just not as highly performing as i expected. i know have a dynasty vlocity jr and despite it not coming with rechargeable batteries, is worlds apart performance wise from the xsv. in the world of pro labeled loaders, i would go with a dynasty than an xsv.
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Currently 2/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocityI had a xsv for less than 5 month then the motor burned out
I'm stickin with my halo
Only loader I've used that's better is tha Dye Rotor.
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Currently 1/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocityCoiled feed paddle like to break. Cannot fill it to the lid because it jams everytime. One of the rechargable batteries completely died after 3 charge cycles. I have seen people have better luck than...
Coiled feed paddle like to break. Cannot fill it to the lid because it jams everytime. One of the rechargable batteries completely died after 3 charge cycles. I have seen people have better luck than I've had with mine. So far has not been worth what I paid
This review has been rated:
Currently 1/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocitypretty decent hopper might sell if interested low profile but noisey
pretty decent hopper might sell if interested low profile but noisey
This review has been rated:
Currently 1/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocitywell i got the xsv by a trade my empire b ($50) for the xsv($150) so i got it for free thinking its a good deal, the guy only played wit it twice and it worked perfect. i watched it work amazing to....
well i got the xsv by a trade my empire b ($50) for the xsv($150) so i got it for free thinking its a good deal, the guy only played wit it twice and it worked perfect. i watched it work amazing to. but when i got home i tried to do a drop test and there wasn't enough tension on the clockspring so i didn't feed tha balls which pissed me off. so i took it apart and put it back togethre and tha black button popped off for no reason, if you know anything to help pm me, i dont know why it wont feed, the clockspring isnt even broken,dirty, or old.
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Currently 1/5 stars.
Viewloader XSV VLocityThis was my first hopper and it lived up to the hype in the reviews I read before purchasing it. I got a set of rechargeable batteries to go with it as others stated that these are known to eat...
This was my first hopper and it lived up to the hype in the reviews I read before purchasing it. I got a set of rechargeable batteries to go with it as others stated that these are known to eat batteries. I never experienced this even with rechargeables. I also never, not once had a jam, or any paint break inside the loader! It always fed like a boss and was always reliable! I just wish there weren
t so many screws!
