Aspire Nautilus Mini BVC w/Larger Wicking Holes, Stock

[Jovey]

Seems how no one else has said they've sent Aspire a link to this thread, I'll send one to them tomorrow.

Unless anyone here doesn't want their post to be read by Aspire. If so, just let me know and I'll go through all the posts instead and sum up all the complaints for them. That'd take a lot more time for me though, so if that happens it might take me a bit longer to get it sent out. But I don't want to step on any toes here, so I don't mind either way.

I'll wait at least a day to email them, that way I can give anyone who doesn't want the whole thread sent time to read this and contact me.

I actually posted on their forum a few weeks ago about the problem...but their response wasn't the one i wanted. lol I don't think they "get it" yet...so curious if you get any response if you do share the link here at ECF.

BizzyBazza, actually after i posted on here about trying it and it did work....for awhile...ugh! The tape stuck okay and didn't come off, but after about an hour, i noticed i was getting that same issue going on, not as severe...but enough to make me realize it wasn't holding up. But you're right, it's not something i would recommend to anyone for a permanent fix either!

Caramel, so the silo just gurgled, but no flooding issues? Glad it seems to be working for you....i'm now making a list of items i will need to get into rebuildables. Plus, i love to tinker anyways and from another thread on here i posted asking how long rebuildables last, i was amazed at some of the responses....coils lasting MONTHS actually....can we say vape heaven?!! lol I just can't afford to be buying different kinda tanks to see if they work for me AND the coils to go along with them.....but i may purchase a few tanks like GS Air and another mini...just to have on hand.

 

[gerrymi]

i have now sent three messages to Aspire and have posted in their forum about the problems with spitting and flooding and i keep getting fobbed off with what appears to be a standard phrase.
if your having problems i advise you to keep on reporting to aspire because if we dont they will just take it as a fait accompli.i think they are just ignoring the problem.hoping it will go away .....reminds me of the first couple of weeks with cloupor mini problem....excuses not answers

Seems how this isn't a user-caused problem, if they get enough reports and complaints they'll have to take a closer look at the new coils. I was thinking about emailing them a link to this thread, because I'm sure not everyone having problems is going to take the time to post on Aspire's forums or send them an email.

I actually posted on their forum a few weeks ago about the problem...but their response wasn't the one i wanted. lol I don't think they "get it" yet...so curious if you get any response if you do share the link here at ECF.

Harry Browne in his (life changing, for me) book How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World distinguishes between "Primary Actions" and "Secondary Actions".

Secondary Actions (eg. sending messages/emails, posting in forums, complaining, etc.) involve trying to influence other people. These require much effort, are time consuming...and are usually unsuccessful.

Primary Actions involve only you...do not involve the actions of others...and are always successful.

So...me...I'm going to use up all the original "small-holed" BVC's I have. Then I'll try one pack of the "big-holed" BVC's.

If they're as "lousy" as some here have found them to be...they're go into the "junk" drawer...and I'll try a couple GS Air's or get a couple more CartoTanks.

No Fuss...No Muss...

 

[navigator2011]

And, in the spirit of Primary Actions, has anyone thought of rebuilding these large hole Nautilus coils? I never really paid much attention to the whole coil building thing, but I got to thinking after just now watching how easily RiPTrippers was able to rebuild an OCC coil for the Subtank. I can envision a horizontal coil positioned in the center of the Nautilus atomizer with two parallel wicks--each wick passing through the coil and two of the larger holes. The wicks could extend beyond the outside of the holes by, say, a millimeter. So, once it's all finished, one should have an organic cotton coil for the Nautilus. Just thinking out loud, here, I suppose.

 

[Bigbob2322]

Harry Browne in his (life changing, for me) book How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World distinguishes between "Primary Actions" and "Secondary Actions".

Secondary Actions (eg. sending messages/emails, posting in forums, complaining, etc.) involve trying to influence other people. These require much effort, are time consuming...and are usually unsuccessful.

Primary Actions involve only you...do not involve the actions of others...and are always successful.

So...me...I'm going to use up all the original "small-holed" BVC's I have. Then I'll try one pack of the "big-holed" BVC's.

If they're as "lousy" as some here have found them to be...they're go into the "junk" drawer...and I'll try a couple GS Air's or get a couple more CartoTanks.

No Fuss...No Muss...

I have the new big hole coils and they work fine on both my mini and full size.

 

[navigator2011]

I have the new big hole coils and they work fine on both my mini and full size.

Yep, me too. On mine, the bigger holes have improved the performance of my minis.

 

[Jovey]

And, in the spirit of Primary Actions, has anyone thought of rebuilding these large hole Nautilus coils? I never really paid much attention to the whole coil building thing, but I got to thinking after just now watching how easily RiPTrippers was able to rebuild an OCC coil for the Subtank. I can envision a horizontal coil positioned in the center of the Nautilus atomizer with two parallel wicks--each wick passing through the coil and two of the larger holes. The wicks could extend beyond the outside of the holes by, say, a millimeter. So, once it's all finished, one should have an organic cotton coil for the Nautilus. Just thinking out loud, here, I suppose.

I actually watched a few videos on rebuilding the BVC's and it doesn't look too hard. But as someone mentioned to me on another thread, it can become more problems than its worth and if you're going through the trouble to rebuild an Aspire BVC, may as well get into rebuildables on a RTA and they'll not only last longer but be better quality!

If you do rebuild one, would be interested how it turned out though!

 

[caramel]

If you have the patience to rebuild, then a Kayfun would IMHO be a better choice. The Nautilus is all about convenience.

 

[Jovey]

Harry Browne in his (life changing, for me) book How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World distinguishes between "Primary Actions" and "Secondary Actions".

Secondary Actions (eg. sending messages/emails, posting in forums, complaining, etc.) involve trying to influence other people. These require much effort, are time consuming...and are usually unsuccessful.

Primary Actions involve only you...do not involve the actions of others...and are always successful.

So...me...I'm going to use up all the original "small-holed" BVC's I have. Then I'll try one pack of the "big-holed" BVC's.

If they're as "lousy" as some here have found them to be...they're go into the "junk" drawer...and I'll try a couple GS Air's or get a couple more CartoTanks.

No Fuss...No Muss...

Just an FYI....my comments and questions on this thread was due to actually wanting help and input from others. In no way was i trying to influence others or otherwise.

Unfortunately, at the time i started having problems with these new larger hole coils....i had only 1 nautilus mini tank and an Aspire ET-S and that was it. I couldn't afford to purchase coils from my local B&M, for they was selling them individually at $3 a pop. And to order a pack online wasn't an option either, due to epic snow storm and UPS wouldn't even be able to get down my street for weeks. So yeah....i was seeking answers and in NO way was attempting to influence others and if i came off as "complaining".....well, yeah....i should be paying THAT much for a single coil and then ending up with a mouthful of ejuice. I was looking for solutions....period!

Luckily, i was blessed to have someone on ECF that was understanding of my situation and sent me some of their coils as well as some backup clearomizers....which i'm still in awe that someone that i've never met could be that kind. I hope to PIF one day soon myself so i can encourage someone else who recently stopped smoking and is having frustrations.

Glad you're not having issues!

 

[Jovey]

If you have the patience to rebuild, then a Kayfun would IMHO be a better choice. The Nautilus is all about convenience.

Thank you Caramel and i'm def looking into Kayfun and a few other tanks. Right now, i'm trying to educate myself a lot more on these tanks, rebuildables etc....that way i won't have to bother asking questions or showing frustration on here!

Hope you're still enjoying your new Silo tank!

 

[Completely Average]

I'm either the luckiest person in the world or I've just figured out something that no one else has yet.

I have the larger hole coils in my Nautilus. When I first got them (1.6ohm BTW) I got some gurgling, flooding, and strange taste. At first I thought like many that I had the wattage set too high, but lowering it only made the problem worse.

So, I went the other direction. Went from the 9 watts I had lowered it to back to the original 11 watts and things seemed a tad better but it was hard to tell. Then bumped it from 11 watts up to 15 watts and noticed an improvement. Pushed it to 18 watts and it was MUCH better. I've now been vaping 5-6ml per day at 19 watts on the same coil for 3 weeks. Never any strange taste, almost zero gurgling (No more than I've had from any other bottom coil tanks, usually caused by rapid temperature changes), no dry hits, great flavor and huge clouds. For me at least these coils really love high power and don't work well at all at low power settings. 18-20 watts seems to be the sweet spot, at least in my experience.


For the record though, I'm using a 50/50 VG/PG mix and vaping clear liquids. Things may be very different with dark colored liquids or different mixes.

 

[bizzybazza]

Harry Browne in his (life changing, for me) book How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World distinguishes between "Primary Actions" and "Secondary Actions".

Secondary Actions (eg. sending messages/emails, posting in forums, complaining, etc.) involve trying to influence other people. These require much effort, are time consuming...and are usually unsuccessful.

Primary Actions involve only you...do not involve the actions of others...and are always successful.

So...me...I'm going to use up all the original "small-holed" BVC's I have. Then I'll try one pack of the "big-holed" BVC's.

If they're as "lousy" as some here have found them to be...they're go into the "junk" drawer...and I'll try a couple GS Air's or get a couple more CartoTanks.

No Fuss...No Muss...

i understand this fully but as far as the primary action is concerned i am limited i cant just chuck my nautilus in a drawer because i have 11 of the things because paired with the old style BVC they were as near perfect for me as i could wish.however i have managed to find a years worth of small holed coils so i have plenty of time to watch how things pan out with these new coils before having to suffer them.
my biggest gripe is no matter what the manufactures of vaping kit say about testing i dont believe them i think there is such a rush to get to market they forgo some quality control and use us vapers as guinea pigs what right have they to change the spec giving existing users, who pay for them to exist,no say in any changes and in fact dont even tell them

 

[gerrymi]

I have the larger hole coils in my Nautilus. When I first got them (1.6ohm BTW) I got some gurgling, flooding, and strange taste.

So, I went the other direction. Went from the 9 watts I had lowered it to back to the original 11 watts and things seemed a tad better but it was hard to tell. Then bumped it from 11 watts up to 15 watts and noticed an improvement. Pushed it to 18 watts and it was MUCH better.

I usually vape my Nauty's (with the small-holed BVC's) at 14-15 Watts and on the 2nd smallest hole.

Whenever I notice even a hint of gurgling...I (like you) increase the Watts by 5 or so.

But I also go to the next largest air hole.

After 10-20 vapes...after things have "calmed down"...(if I remember)...I go back to my original Watts and hole.

[Actually...I almost completely eliminated gurgling/flooding when I learned to close OFF the AFC before screwing the base back on after filling. Reportedly has something to do with "maintaining the vacuum" ????]

 

[Katdarling]

The Dyson method, by gerrymi. I like it.

 

[Nibs91]

The V2 (for NONNautilus coils) is not yet available in the USA...and who knows when it will show up?

You could risk $16 now and try the original ("V1")...which does use NONNautilus BDC's/BVC's (and Kanger BCC's/BDC's)...and does have AFC.

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When I started using Nauty's with BVC's I had frequent problems with gurgling/flooding.

After "scouring" ECF the "tips" I found solved the problems and I now LOVE them. [1. Close the AFC {ie. NO holes} until the base is screwed onto the tank {to maintain the vacuum} and 2. At first hint of gurgling go to next biggest air hole and raise Watts by 0-5 to 1 Watt.]

I "worry" that the "bigger hole" BVC's (bigger hole => more joose) will "re-introduce" the gurgling/flooding problems.

Me too! I worked SO hard to fix my Nautilus Mini (I believe you were one that offered me some advice!)and now it's perfect. My last coil order consisted of one pack of the old and one of the new. Crossing my fingers.

 

[drysprocket]

Me too! I worked SO hard to fix my Nautilus Mini (I believe you were one that offered me some advice!)and now it's perfect. My last coil order consisted of one pack of the old and one of the new. Crossing my fingers.

I'm so glad to hear that Nibs, I remember the thread about your woes. There is definitely a learning curve with the Mini, and I almost threw my out multiple times- but when I figured it all out, the nightmare turned into a dream of flying

 

[DanielKF]

I haven't had any of the flooding or gurgling problems really, I have noticed that the draw gets tight occasionally with some juices. I assume that would be because it is letting a bit to much juice in. My big problem with the new coils though is that they don't last nearly as long. With my darker, sweeter liquids I would get at least 2 weeks out of a coil and even up to a month at times even on really dark juices. Now though with the new cotton/fiber whatever pads and the bigger air-holes I am getting anywhere from 3-7 days and then I get a really nasty burnt taste if I try to hit the tank more than once every 5 minutes or so. I've never in my life had coils go bad so fast on me and its kind of depressing. I do hover have the same type of coil that I've been running clearer stuff through and it will last up to a month. So it just seems to me that these new coils hate the darker liquids.

 

[tearose50]

My experience is similar to Daniel. The new larger hole coils simply don't last as long for me. I tried 2 with the exact same result -- beautiful for a day or two and then flooding and all sorts of messes, that the fixes only helped very briefly. I'll try again later, but I'd also love Aspire to offer both the old style as well as the new style coils.

Aspire got me to like "clearo tanks" with their first version -- and, until now, each improvement has been super for me. But, alas, not this one or the sub ohm style.

 

[juicynoos]

Hello everybody in the Vapisphere!

This thread is turning into one long whine and perhaps you have reason as you have a right to expect a good product for the $'s you spend, But lest you all forget, we all made such a stink over the ceramic material and it's 'potentially' dangerous health risks that they changed it for us in ALL their atomizer coils- pretty cool! the people have spoken and this was a change for the better IMHO

Bare in mind that their ceramic material may have worked better than cotton as this was why they used it or the old faithful of commercially produced coil heads: silica. For those of us who rebuild everything all the time, be it coil heads to save money or rba's, the cotton wicking needs to be and should be replaced quite often, I change my wicks daily. If you get a week or even 3-4 days from a cotton wick you are doing well.

Regarding the larger juice holes, we should be asking Aspire about why they did that as that little modification 'came out of left field'and took us all by surprise.
I, for one, am glad to be no longer inhaling the ceramic wicks particulate in either my nauties or atlantis.

The new coils are performing perfectly so far for me with no gurgling or spitting. I use 50/50 juice which may be why. I wrote early on in this thread about my concern over the larger juice feed causing flooding but can report that I haven't experienced any thus far. Flavor and vapor are both perfect also.

Hopefully, Aspire will realize that they need to sell 2 different types of coils based on vaping habits and this should satisfy all party's concerned.

 

[AquaJoe]

Did Aspire switch back to the old smaller holes again? or did I happen to get a old batch?

I ordered from MFS last month and got the newer larger holes. MFS is having a 40% off sale and I figured I would stock up on coils. When I received them today they were the older style. I guess it is possible MFS had old stock and thats what I received. Or Aspire sent them old stock.

Has anyone else received the older style recently?

 

[George Ogilvie]

This was included in the package that I received from World of Vape. The outside package has the same recommendation of two weeks life at 500 puffs a day.