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JustJulie · 02-25-2009, 07:56 PM

I have a Pilot, and while I like it okay, it's definitely not my favorite. I drip vape with it because the cart goes WAAAAAAY fast, and I don't have any easy time refilling the cart without overdoing it (and winding up with a mouthful of nicliquid).

But, like I said, some love it. For me, I can take it or leave it. If I had to pick between the 901 and the Pilot, the 901 would win hands down, no contest.

ApOsTle51 · 02-25-2009, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spikey

PureSmoker.com.

DSE901 or Pilot401.

DSE901 is prob better for a 1st e-cig. It is in stock (except not in white) in vblack and platinum. Good luck and watch some videos... I have one up comparing the 2 I just suggested to tell some of the differences.

DSE901 vs Pilot (M401)

+1 for the DSE 901 and puresmoker. You won't go wrong with either

Rorschach · 02-25-2009, 08:06 PM

Just to chime in I would also recommend the DSE 901. It has no frills and gimmicks which you may want to branch into later (e.g. manual switch on Janty Kissbox etc.)

It's tried and tested and I also fall back on it when something else breaks or gets moody. It really is the reliable workhorse that you can always fall back to. There's no issue with dripping, super easy to maintain, easily obtainable spare parts.

Deserted Island Scenario would prompt many to take the trusty 901.

wv2win · 02-25-2009, 08:16 PM

[quote=Puck;111338]I do smoke while at the computer .... ALOT!, but I also work where I wouldn't always able to be connected to USB

If you use a penstyle with a usb passthrough you can get a Duracell usb battery pack (Wal-Mart - $29) that will give you something like 10-20 hours of battery power but with the same consistency and power as if you were plugged into your computer. To me this is the way to go.

jamie · 02-25-2009, 09:22 PM

Wv2win is right, a good USB battery pack is nice too. I use this one, which comes with an adaptor to recharge it in the car. I recharge it every 3 days or so for a couple hours.
iPhone 1G 3G USB Battery Charger Transmitter - iPod too - eBay (item 260353021509 end time Feb-25-09 16:57:05 PST)

Also there are cheap adaptors to plug your USB passthrough battery itself into a car cigarette lighter, power your ecig directly, like this
Walmart.com: ZIP-LINQ USB to Car Power Adapter, iPhone Compatible: Computers

Puck · 02-25-2009, 10:22 PM

ok, so cartridges need to be replaced
what about the atomizers ? i see most kits with only 1, another comes with 2

what extras (assuming the 901kit from puresmoker) should I include in the order?
extra atomizer (why?)
riskee yuice?
what about the Pure eJuice ?
should I go ahead and get more cartridges ?
what about 2 kits (1 901 / 1 Pilot) (better just to get 2 of the same)
looks like a $99 order to get the Free shipping is in order, so I kinda need a grocery list

thanks

Kate · 02-25-2009, 10:54 PM

Get two kits of the same model, ten cartridges, and a couple of bottles of eliquid or a sample pack.

Puck · 02-25-2009, 11:10 PM

could I assume that the The Ultimate DSE901 Black Starter Kit from The Smokeless Shop as being one of the better values ? looks like you get more value than if I ordered from PureSmoker and had to add an extra atomizer / battery / cartridge set / juice set

Kate · 02-25-2009, 11:11 PM

TheSmokelessShop ultimate kit is a great deal.

sMuCk_fOg · 02-25-2009, 11:19 PM

Hey Puck, I'm a e-cig newb as well...today's only My second day of vaping.
I got two DSE901 kits...1 platinum and 1 white. The fact that it's a realitively new industry I was worried about reliability
( of all makes and models)So I also ordered several extra batteries and extra atomizers. I smoke Marlboro reds,and lite 100's so I bought a bottle of "marlboro" juice to refill carts as they empty.
So far I gotta say that nothing has arived DOA. and the batteries seem to last several hours ( I charge them ALL for twelve hours before initial use) I have been pleasantly supprised by the amount of vapor and the "throat hit" deliverd by the 901 WITHOUT DRIPPING,and the closeness in taste to ...somewhere between a RED and A marlboro lite. But when I drop a few on the atomizer with a full cart...this thing puts out like one of the fog machines that I use on stage haha. So overall I've been real happy with the 901's ...so far,and I hope they hold up...I was a three pack a day smoker , and I'm using the usb passthrough as I type,I also ordered the Duracell usb battery pack fromTigerdirect,but haven't received it yet. Best of luck choosing your first Vape-machine

02-25-2009, 08:06 PM	#13
Rorschach ECF Veteran Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New York, NY Posts: 522	Just to chime in I would also recommend the DSE 901. It has no frills and gimmicks which you may want to branch into later (e.g. manual switch on Janty Kissbox etc.) It's tried and tested and I also fall back on it when something else breaks or gets moody. It really is the reliable workhorse that you can always fall back to. There's no issue with dripping, super easy to maintain, easily obtainable spare parts. Deserted Island Scenario would prompt many to take the trusty 901. __________________ The world will look up and shout "Save us!"... And I'll whisper "No."

02-25-2009, 11:19 PM	#20
sMuCk_fOg Super Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lakewood,California - u$a Posts: 343	Hey Puck, I'm a e-cig newb as well...today's only My second day of vaping. I got two DSE901 kits...1 platinum and 1 white. The fact that it's a realitively new industry I was worried about reliability ( of all makes and models)So I also ordered several extra batteries and extra atomizers. I smoke Marlboro reds,and lite 100's so I bought a bottle of "marlboro" juice to refill carts as they empty. So far I gotta say that nothing has arived DOA. and the batteries seem to last several hours ( I charge them ALL for twelve hours before initial use) I have been pleasantly supprised by the amount of vapor and the "throat hit" deliverd by the 901 WITHOUT DRIPPING,and the closeness in taste to ...somewhere between a RED and A marlboro lite. But when I drop a few on the atomizer with a full cart...this thing puts out like one of the fog machines that I use on stage haha. So overall I've been real happy with the 901's ...so far,and I hope they hold up...I was a three pack a day smoker , and I'm using the usb passthrough as I type,I also ordered the Duracell usb battery pack fromTigerdirect,but haven't received it yet. Best of luck choosing your first Vape-machine __________________ Last edited by sMuCk_fOg; 02-25-2009 at 11:21 PM.

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02-25-2009, 07:56 PM	#11
JustJulie PV Activist Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1,221	I have a Pilot, and while I like it okay, it's definitely not my favorite. I drip vape with it because the cart goes WAAAAAAY fast, and I don't have any easy time refilling the cart without overdoing it (and winding up with a mouthful of nicliquid). But, like I said, some love it. For me, I can take it or leave it. If I had to pick between the 901 and the Pilot, the 901 would win hands down, no contest.

02-25-2009, 08:16 PM	#14
wv2win ECF Veteran Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: GA by way of WV Posts: 2,488	[quote=Puck;111338]I do smoke while at the computer .... ALOT!, but I also work where I wouldn't always able to be connected to USB If you use a penstyle with a usb passthrough you can get a Duracell usb battery pack (Wal-Mart - $29) that will give you something like 10-20 hours of battery power but with the same consistency and power as if you were plugged into your computer. To me this is the way to go.

02-25-2009, 09:22 PM	#15
jamie Supporting Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA Posts: 1,053	Wv2win is right, a good USB battery pack is nice too. I use this one, which comes with an adaptor to recharge it in the car. I recharge it every 3 days or so for a couple hours. iPhone 1G 3G USB Battery Charger Transmitter - iPod too - eBay (item 260353021509 end time Feb-25-09 16:57:05 PST) Also there are cheap adaptors to plug your USB passthrough battery itself into a car cigarette lighter, power your ecig directly, like this Walmart.com: ZIP-LINQ USB to Car Power Adapter, iPhone Compatible: Computers

02-25-2009, 10:22 PM	#16
Puck Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 9	ok, so cartridges need to be replaced what about the atomizers ? i see most kits with only 1, another comes with 2 what extras (assuming the 901kit from puresmoker) should I include in the order? extra atomizer (why?) riskee yuice? what about the Pure eJuice ? should I go ahead and get more cartridges ? what about 2 kits (1 901 / 1 Pilot) (better just to get 2 of the same) looks like a $99 order to get the Free shipping is in order, so I kinda need a grocery list thanks

02-25-2009, 10:54 PM	#17
Kate Moved On Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UK Posts: 7,355	Get two kits of the same model, ten cartridges, and a couple of bottles of eliquid or a sample pack.

02-25-2009, 11:10 PM	#18
Puck Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 9	could I assume that the The Ultimate DSE901 Black Starter Kit from The Smokeless Shop as being one of the better values ? looks like you get more value than if I ordered from PureSmoker and had to add an extra atomizer / battery / cartridge set / juice set

02-25-2009, 11:11 PM	#19
Kate Moved On Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UK Posts: 7,355	TheSmokelessShop ultimate kit is a great deal.