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Nurzrachit

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Anyone receive their AC9 yet. I saw they went on sale wednesday night, and the deluxe kits are all gone. Looks like the regular kit is still available at 124.95 on Vapinaze.com. I was considering buying one initially because I got the impression it was going to have a better price point. That is up in the league of the Zen, Bliss, Cobra, atomizers. It looks pretty good on camera, but I just could not pull the trigger on it. I may be a DA but I was expecting it to be more in the 75$ range. Just wanting to get some impressions. Thanks.
 

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I broke down and ordered it. Got the shipping notification but no, it's not here yet. I was also hoping for a sub-$100 price and wasn't gonna get it at first.

There are some things about the coil mounting that I do not like that I can see just from the pics and videos. I will be making some changes to it right from the start to suit my needs but then I think it will be an awesome addition my "atomizer army" (it just keeps growng ;))

I'll post pics of mine when I get it and redo it.
 

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Price on these are what's going to kill it...plastic tank? WTH! Whatever happened to pyrex?

I also want to hear from someone about the wick hole placement...seems awfully far from the posts. If I'm going to drop that kind of cash, I'll buy a 5th Bliss, another Cobra, or another DID...at least I know they work properly.
 

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... as others I was on the notify list and pased due to price point as well, not to mention the tank. IMHO over $100 USD = pyrex :)

^^^ This. Needing a gen tank atty for a new mod soon. Thought maybe this was going to be it, but looks like, for now at least, I'm going to have to go for a cobra or bliss.
 

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I think the AC9 will be pretty sweet. I know the plastic tank isn't the greatest thing in the world but I don't think it will be as bad as it may seem.

That being said, since the price isn't too far off and the are in stock, definitely check out the BliSS. I can pretty much tell you that you will NOT be disappointed...

For me, the Cobra will prolly be next after this AC9 just cause it's friggin sweet ;)
 

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I actually think the plastic tank is genius, I love the way it completely encases your liquid so that you can pop it right off, juice and all. What a neat idea!

Edit: And NO, I have nothing to do with RiP Trippers or anyone else related to the AC9, I just think it's a neat idea.

You do have to undo your coil and center pin to get the tank off. Doesnt bother me as I dont change juices much or have to clean tank too often., Some might not like this especially if you want to clean the tank every time you change juices..
 

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I personally was interested until I saw the final product. Plastic tank, huge top cap, flat head screws, all for $125; no thanks, I'll wait till the ZAP is back in stock in a month. Just my :2c:

I dont see anything wrong in anything youve described.. good luck on the Zap//
 

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I dont see anything wrong in anything youve described.. good luck on the Zap//

Not saying it's wrong, just saying it isn't for me and my $125 is all. As stated it was just my opinion, and nothing more, and purely subjective. Thanks, maybe I'll get one before they sell out this time. :D
 

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Yup, this atty is amazing on several factors and obviously has its flaws which are known. Here is my short list of pros and cons. Also, for reference these are the attys I own since I dont have a Bliss or Cobra.

I own a Genesis LV, G Tank US, ZAP, Fake DID and Penelope.

Pros:

1 The wick hole is huge and you can put a monster wick in it which works really well
2 The draw is perfect for me. Not as big as the ZAP but close. Much better though.
3 HUGE monster hits
4 Kinda related to 1 but I dont have to tilt the mod in any way. This thing wicks like crazy
5 Easy to build. It just feels like there is more room and with a wick that huge and thick it is easy to wrap around. Its very stiff.

Con

1 Open hole in top with no plug so if its tilted it will leak right out (Similar to ZAP)
2 Plastic Tank
3 Must remove wick and coil in order to clean tank
4 Center post came loose on me once and the little nylon piece was coming out. (maybe my fault)
5 Most of my drip tips are too small. Ive had to use a larger oring on them to make them fit.

Indiferences

Its big and heavy. That could be a good or bad thing. Or both.

Thats about it. Overall this thing Kills my ZAP, GTUS, Fake DID and Penelope in most ways. Easier setup. Way better wicking aside from Penelope. More Vapor, actually much more. Would be curious to hear from a Bliss Cobra owner who has both.
 
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people are raving over this thing..i havent seen a bad review yet.

Well I do have a pretty good list of cons there.

I got the ZAP and the AC9 almost the same time (ZAP Saturday, AC9 Monday). Im way more of a fan of Mr. Zen than I am this Rip Tripper guy. Ive found his reviews to not be accurate with my personal opinion. So I was much more excited to get my ZAP than the AC9. I gotta say though, if I had to ditch one there is no question which and it would be the ZAP. Now that said, neither is going anywhere ever :)
 
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