Dura C dissapointment

**Beequeen** · 03-12-2009, 06:45 AM

I really wanted to like this unit but it's falling far short of my expectations

. One of my batteries is DOA, no doubt about it. This isn't really a problem, more an annoyance since I can send it back for a new one. It's the loose, leaky carts that I am finding most troublesome and a total dealbreaker. I've had it come off in my mouth a handful of times. Why so loose?? The vapor is pretty good, but nothing more than I get out of my penstyle. I also don't think I'm into the manual switch, just personal preference. I don't want to press a button every time I take a drag. So as it stands, I'm considering sending the entire kit back and maybe getting a Pilot...or hell, maybe even a Screwdriver.

**Fedor** · 03-12-2009, 06:54 AM

Looks like the problems are not solved after all.

I don't get it, if they really have an issue with producing good batteries, why not just outsource the whole damn thing? Its not like they can't afford it! They are selling the Dura at ridiculous prices and forcing their wholesalers to do the same! The same thing with the carts as well.

They have such a good thing going on with Janty that each time a new model comes out, the whole vaping community gets wind of it first hand. If they keep on screwing up like this, people are gonna start shunning them. Janty should find a new manufacturer.

Total d*mb*sses...

**JustJulie** · 03-12-2009, 07:00 AM

That is disappointing.

The cartridge leakage/looseness was a big problem associated with the original Dura. I just got my Dura-C, and the new cartridges I purchased with it fit snugly with no leakage. However, when I tried one of my old cartridges (purchased with my original Dura), the cartridge was loose and leaky.

Maybe you got an old set of cartridges.

Personally, I find that the Dura produces about as much vapor as my penstyle. The big difference that I find is that the vapor produced by the Dura tends to have more heft to it and is warmer. For me, it is more reminiscent of the feel of smoking an analog.

The Pilot provides a nice punch, a harsher vape than a penstyle. The biggest downside that I see to the Pilot is the incredibly small cartridges. Also, since the reservoir with the wool is recessed, it's trickier to refill/top off. It's not terrible, but it does involve using a straightened paperclip to pop the reservoir closer to the top. Since I'm a heavy e-smoker, the Pilot isn't quite as attractive to me since I have to refill/top off so often.

Just my two cents.

**Sun Vaporer** · 03-12-2009, 07:01 AM

Originally Posted by Beequeen

I really wanted to like this unit but it's falling far short of my expectations

. One of my batteries is DOA, no doubt about it. This isn't really a problem, more an annoyance since I can send it back for a new one. It's the loose, leaky carts that I am finding most troublesome and a total dealbreaker. I've had it come off in my mouth a handful of times. Why so loose?? The vapor is pretty good, but nothing more than I get out of my penstyle. I also don't think I'm into the manual switch, just personal preference. I don't want to press a button every time I take a drag. So as it stands, I'm considering sending the entire kit back and maybe getting a Pilot...or hell, maybe even a Screwdriver.

Bee--I just knew this was going to be the same old song and dance--We got the jam with the Dura and where waiting for some feedback on this Dura-C---Janty has a quality control issue and they are not going to address it. Thanks for the FULL HEADS UP Bee-----Sun

**Bellinghamster** · 03-12-2009, 07:04 AM

Originally Posted by Beequeen

I don't want to press a button every time I take a drag.

I hate to be the bearer... but the Screwdriver is manual switch too... Which was also the selling point of the Dura-C. Manual switches work EXTREMELY well IMHO, but they aren't for everyone. Dura's have broken my heart not once, not twice, but thrice. They leak like the Titanic (no offense to Titanic survivors!!!) which was a deal breaker for me too. I don't need poison all over me, me desk, and everything I touch.

If they could FINALLY fix the leaks, I could see the Dura/510 being my main vape...

**Terraphon** · 03-12-2009, 07:07 AM

Sad...Truly sad.

The Dura was on my "must have" list for a long time...Then I started hearing about all of the problems with them.

It's too bad.

**gto** · 03-12-2009, 07:16 AM

I've been testing some batts, & so far they're performing fine. The DOA might be isolated.
I sorta agree w/ the carts, Though Mine have not leaked that badly at all as you're describing. Some atomizers fit tighter than others. I hope they'll get to fixing that.

**nonamebrand** · 03-12-2009, 07:21 AM

I was 90% leaning towards the Dura-C over the 901.

901 it is then.

ceejay · 03-12-2009, 07:22 AM

my 901 leaks all the time, don't see the big deal with some leakage

**Bellinghamster** · 03-12-2009, 07:40 AM

There are 3 mortal sins for an e-cig in my book:

1. Battery life <4 hours. I understand physics and chemistry *just enough* to know that to expect 15 hours out of a battery the size of an analog cig is of just not realistic. But 2 batteries better d@mn well get me through the workday.

2. Leaks. E-liquid is BAD to get on you. I'm no longer worried so much about transdermal absorption as transference to people with no tolerance (like my 19 month old son). Keep the %^&*-ing juice in the e-cig, or I'll bin in it a second.

3. I'm going to think of something, because 3 is a nice round number when you want to scold someone...

FYI... Yes, the 901 leaks too occasionally. I never let it ride around in a pocket. It does not leak anywhere near like the Dura/510 however... I always think "Apply Pressure To The Wound" whenever I use it...

Sad really, it's sooooo good when it's working (and I'm wearing gloves)