I'd be reconsidering that Merlin. There's quite a extensive thread about Merlin and its unfixable seeping in here and the other forum. Bottom line is that the Merlin's base is pressfit and will eventually loosen from regular use and juice will seep all down your hitter. I tried to fix my merlins to no avail, my only solution is to have the Merlin sit on a mech with a solid pin so there is a space between the base of the merlin and the top of the mech.
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I'd be reconsidering that Merlin. There's quite a extensive thread about Merlin and its unfixable seeping in here and the other forum. Bottom line is that the Merlin's base is pressfit and will eventually loosen from regular use and juice will seep all down your hitter. I tried to fix my merlins to no avail, my only solution is to have the Merlin sit on a mech with a solid pin so there is a space between the base of the merlin and the top of the mech.
I compare vape devices to cellphones...it's always about bigger faster better stronger.
You don't HAVE to fall out of your comfort zone just because times are changing. I'm running an RX300 (300w device) at 25w, and the battery life is amazing! I still tootle, but some e-liquids just demand the cloud. Doesn't mean you're in the minority!
Corrode Conformity! Just because devices are changing doesn't mean YOU have to. Don't follow MY lead though...I'm already spiraling down the rabbit hole lol.
You don't HAVE to fall out of your comfort zone just because times are changing. I'm running an RX300 (300w device) at 25w, and the battery life is amazing! I still tootle, but some e-liquids just demand the cloud. Doesn't mean you're in the minority!
Corrode Conformity! Just because devices are changing doesn't mean YOU have to. Don't follow MY lead though...I'm already spiraling down the rabbit hole lol.
Rockymountainvapor also has 30w iSticks. They have a coupon code "turkey" for 30% off and free first class shipping on orders over $14.
I'm still a tootle puffer, with a Kayfun Mini V3 atop a Provari at 10 watts, so we're on the same page there.
Bet I can one-up you on phones, though. I don't have a new-fangled cell phone, just an old Tracfone for which you have to buy airtime and minutes. I hate cell phones, and I'm sure not about to stick it to my ear walking around in Wal-Mart like I see all the time. People eating out or socializing at the coffee shop don't even have conversations any more; they're too busy checking their phones. Only reason I have one is for emergencies. Many people, especially younger ones, have never even heard of a Tracfone. LOL
Bet I can one-up you on phones, though. I don't have a new-fangled cell phone, just an old Tracfone for which you have to buy airtime and minutes. I hate cell phones, and I'm sure not about to stick it to my ear walking around in Wal-Mart like I see all the time. People eating out or socializing at the coffee shop don't even have conversations any more; they're too busy checking their phones. Only reason I have one is for emergencies. Many people, especially younger ones, have never even heard of a Tracfone. LOL
When I first heard about clapton coil I thought gezzzz another build gimmick. I have twisted some wire but thats as far as it went. Wow a clapton came in the TFV4 RBA, I haven't vaped a stock coil in years. Wicked er up and I was just floored at this clapton coil and how well it vapes. I now have more clapton coil builds in my attys than single wire builds, built a jig to wrap and claptons are everything they say about them. I made my tootle puffing wife a 1.6ohm 28/32 clapton and she won't ever vape a single wire build again.
If that clapton build didn't come in that RBA then to this day I would have considered the clapton coil a gimmick and not looked twice.
Sounds like you need a Kayfun if yoy are able ca d willing to build coils and wick them with organic cotton.
Tge Kayfun i use is in my avatar. If Interested check my blog for parts list to build your own.
The base is $4.00. The barrel around tge deck is $1.76 or so. And the acrylic Tank is about $1.69.
After those three pieces you only need a drip tip.
That Clapton was pretty good! I like that RBA because it's narrower than the others, allowing more juice in tank. It's also dead easy to build on, way better than the single coil RBA.
I made a homemade Clapton coil once, seemed like too much work honestly. Yeah, you can really hit it hard, but I found out my body doesn't like vaping much. So I have to keep it low watts and low VG. It's alright, I'm just becoming a toottle puffer.
I think I smoked too long and have a little COPD. Combine that with asthma I've had forever and you know why I switched to vaping. I should change my username now that I'm not 90%VG.
I made a homemade Clapton coil once, seemed like too much work honestly. Yeah, you can really hit it hard, but I found out my body doesn't like vaping much. So I have to keep it low watts and low VG. It's alright, I'm just becoming a toottle puffer.
I think I smoked too long and have a little COPD. Combine that with asthma I've had forever and you know why I switched to vaping. I should change my username now that I'm not 90%VG.
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Okay, I am reading all the advice. I realize that I tootle. lol I kind of like that word. I also have a touch of asthma and even though Doctor said no COPD, I was a smoker for 40 years, I know there is some damage. I cannot tolerate a warm vape since it irritates my throat and lungs. I guess that's why I have stayed so long with the ones that worked for me. Some of the suggestions have given me ideas on what websites to look at. I have been spending this afternoon filling a lot of shopping bags so I guess I can be ready for anything....maybe. Guys, I do not want to build coils unless I have to. Have to being the operative word. Necessity is the Mother of Invention so who knows where I will be once my vaping stash runs out. I really do appreciate all the feedback. Thanks again. I do not feel as helpless or hopeless as when I first made this post.
I'm glad you got some ideas. I wouldn't go too much to town buying until you try a few things out so you don't end up with a bunch of stuff you won't use. On the mod side there's not much you have to worry about other than build quality, reliability, replaceable battery. On the tank side it gets personal as that's what will determine (along with the juice of course) what kind of vape you'll get.
I understand not wanting to build, and the appeal of popping in a factory coil, but realize there may be some day where in the US hardware finally gets restricted and those factory coils won't be around. That's why at some point building will become necessary. The good news is it's not nearly as difficult as you might think and way cheaper than even the $2 a week on a new factory coil.
I understand not wanting to build, and the appeal of popping in a factory coil, but realize there may be some day where in the US hardware finally gets restricted and those factory coils won't be around. That's why at some point building will become necessary. The good news is it's not nearly as difficult as you might think and way cheaper than even the $2 a week on a new factory coil.
From all I've read in all sorts of social medias and forum posts in my 4 years of vaping I do determine that if one is going to go the route of using factory coils, your in for a challenging ride that can get expensive. Making a mistake with a factory coil can cost a few bucks each vs burning a build is a few cents, along with wrecking that few dollar coil on its first vape. Also consider if and when the hammer falls with the FDA...those coils you rely on might disappear.
Next to making my own juice, coil building is the most valuable vape asset I have.
the industry tried to leave me behind too ... I took the Tootle Puff gear that helped me quit smoking, stocked up for the Vapocalypse and let the big cloud industry move on without me.
Building coils isn't hard at all. Lots of posts on here, and lots of videos on youtube to show the process. You just need decent wire snips and scissors. Then some wire (maybe 26-28g for you) and cotton. I learned the first time in a hotel room with just a pair of scissors. Bent the wire to break it. Worked fine. (Had just got a new Subtank Mini and had to try out the RBA.)
In my long life I have learned one thing. "New and Improved" usually isn't. Also learned to stock up before they make my favorite "New and Improved".
I think there are many who progressed in this vaping journey, found what they liked, and stopped. I still use protanks often.
I think there are many who progressed in this vaping journey, found what they liked, and stopped. I still use protanks often.
Like many of the above comments. I have gear that can go over 100 watts but most of the time I'm puffing along at 15 watts. good thing for us low wattage users because we can find new outdated gear for pretty cheap.
And let's hope we are preparing for nothing but having the piece of mind that you can build coils and have a long-term supply of nicotine is reassuring.
And let's hope we are preparing for nothing but having the piece of mind that you can build coils and have a long-term supply of nicotine is reassuring.
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Fasttech.com is the answer to all your problems... Use e-marketing as shipping method where possible.
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Having read the thread, I would advise you to go steady on collecting lots of gear until you have tried a modern mod like the Pico. You might find you like it and enjoy the battery life.
I noticed you ordered 3 iTaste VVs and whilst this is good, just be aware that in value-for-money terms (and reliability) these old items are not so great. I too was tempted to stock up on iTastes and Spinners at one point, but unless I am 'way off course' here, the modern mods are a better solution to power your vaping. I have a mod which takes two x 18650 batteries and have used it for 12w vaping. Essentially it has 6,000mAh battery life, which means I can go away for a time and vape as if I was using an iTaste but for 5 times as long (or something).
Having read the thread, I would advise you to go steady on collecting lots of gear until you have tried a modern mod like the Pico. You might find you like it and enjoy the battery life.
I noticed you ordered 3 iTaste VVs and whilst this is good, just be aware that in value-for-money terms (and reliability) these old items are not so great. I too was tempted to stock up on iTastes and Spinners at one point, but unless I am 'way off course' here, the modern mods are a better solution to power your vaping. I have a mod which takes two x 18650 batteries and have used it for 12w vaping. Essentially it has 6,000mAh battery life, which means I can go away for a time and vape as if I was using an iTaste but for 5 times as long (or something).
I had to laugh when I read this...yes I am a Tootle Puffer and proud of it. I have already been reading the posts on your thread...probably where I need to be. lol Thank you
I would think that you just need to find a newer setup, that fits your Vapor. An Alien 220w can be set to 10w. And if you get a RDA 28 round Kanthal 15 raps for both coils when get you in a range of 1.50 ohms. It's also a cold vapor very little heat. I then would just play with you wattage. Start at 25w give you coils time to brake in. then you can up the wattage. I would also look at the Juice that your using .. the more Nicotine the more throat hit. The more PG in the juice the more flavor but throat hit as well. My wife got a Amigo Mini Sub starter kit.. She was choking on 6mg nic and then dropped to 3mg nic. I think that a RDA and a Alien 220 or something like that would work better. you have more range to play with. But you could also look at Eleaf iCare 3 Starter kit Output wattage: 15W max. That just might give you just enough vapor that your looking for. I really don't think that your being left behind. I think that you are now getting better Tech in Vaporizers to keep doing what you want to do. Never give up. I myself just found the Mod aka or set up that works for me. I started trying to use a vapor way back when the analog look a likes. And just kept going up. I'm sure there is a setup out there that will fit your needs.
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