Bad Luck - Vent/Rant

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After 2 months of using a RN4081 I wanted to upgrade to a Janty Stick and to finally try out a 510. I have had nothing but bad luck. I'm not going to mention names because both the retailers I've ordered from are doing their best to correct the issues, but I just need to vent. Excuse me. maybe this will make me feel better.

First I order the Janty Stick, and I get it super fast, like 3 or 4 days later I have it. I'm excited to try it out, but somehow restrain myself and wait till BOTH batteries are charged. I set it up, put the atty in, (I've heard of issues where the atty hasn't screwed in tight enough, so I triple check it) Put a cart in (very happy it was RY4, plus the retailer put in an extra pack of 5 carts) and... Nothing... nothing... It lights up, button works, even goes red after awhile like the videos show... but no vapor, no taste, nothing. I write to the retailer. He says I have a DOA Atomizer, that it sometimes happens, he'll send a new one out to me Monday... it's been over a week now and I still haven't received it. So this unused Janty Stick just sits here in its box. The retailer didn't give me a tracking number so I can't even check on its progress, so it just sits here. I asked him if I could return it, no answer yet. I don't want to return it, but if I can't use it... Maybe I'll just order some attys from somewhere else. I'll probably just do that.

But...

What makes matters worse is that I also ordered a Joye 510, from a different retailer. There was a great deal going on, and I didn't want to miss it. So I order, and I wait... and wait... The tracking numbers say it's been delivered. But it hasn't. I have it sent to my work, like all mail ordering I do, because my apartment has a vulnerable mailing system, strangers could grab my mail at anytime if left outside the mailbox... so I have it sent to my work. My works mailroom says they haven't seen anything for me. I have to track down the post office it was sent to last according to the tracking numbers and call them. And if you live in New York, or even visited, you'll know it's practically impossible to get anything even closely resembling customer service here. But somehow I get through to the post office and they say it's been delivered and I’ll have to speak with the mail carrier. So I speak to him and he says it's probably still at the post office.

I write to the retailer, it's not her fault, I don't expect my money back for something the post office claims was delivered, and she offers to send me another kit which she'll charge me for of course, and I'm definitely going to do business with her again, but damn I'm depressed.

So here I am with this 4081, which usually works wonderfully, but maybe it knows I was planning on cheating on it because since last night it's been tasting foul, and the vapor has been weak, even when I change the atty and battery.

Right across the street... know what they sell?
Analogs.
They come in a box, 20 count.
Lots of different flavors.
No charging needed!
No accessories besides a lighter.
The FDA loves them!
I can order on-line from an Indian Reservation and get them for $4 a pack!
I can get the 24/7 with no issues.

I'm about to break down.

Is this happening because my screen name is "mistake"?
 

jj2

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Hang in there. I had an experience much like this.
I had the one I was using and knew it was only a matter of time before it died on me.
I ordered the same model but from a different company--totally a mistake.
I even order extra attys and an extra battery.
Had problems from the get-go. I'm sure it's the batteries because they last maybe a half hour at the most, but during that time, I get decent vapor. Then there was the shut off thing that regulates your use--it stank too--basically it blinks most of the time which sucked the battery power. So everything from this order is sitting until I make some mods to use the attys in.
About this time I was feeling just like you but I didn't have to go out and buy the analogs, I still have some in my freezer. You wouldn't believe how close I came to breaking. I got a friend who loaned me a mini to get me through. This thing was awesome. I ordered and haven't had a problem since. So, just hang in there, once you find THE ONE, you'll be set and be very glad you didn’t.
 
actually hearing everyones tales of woe does help. thanks for making me feel a little better. I KNEW not to just order a starter kit with the Janty, but I figured I'd try it out before I bought extra stuff in case I didn't like it. I never thought the FIRST and ONLY atty included would arrive dead as a doornail. with my luck if the 510 every arrives the only atty in that set will be dead too. Thing is: I'm kinda broke from this e-cig stuff. I've spent way too much money so far. I'm not sure I can go off and reorder the way I should. we'll see. The mailroom guys just called me and said there is a second carrier coming by later today. maybe he'll being good news? I like my 54 day streak, kinda proud actually. I've been smoking for over half my life, until e-cigs I didn't stand a chance of quitting. I like vaping so much I was just considering become one for life, now with all this problem I know I'll have to cut back on this too, and eventually quit everything altogether, it's just to hard. If this gets banned and I have all these models and can't get new atty or batteries, or juice, my head will explode. seriously, it will actually explode.
 
Thanks Doots for planting that seed in the minds of ECF'ers (that acronym sounds vulgar with the "ers" at the end) , but I'll be fine. I have my 4081. tonight I'm going to the vodka soak I've been reading about, see if that helps. and if I don't get the atty for my janty stick by tomorrow I'll just buy some. anyone know FAST delivery, affordable prices? Links help alot... I'm holding on to my streak with a vengence. I do not want to be a smoker again.
 
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tmbrown327

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If you're just sitting there anyway, try screwing that atty into the stick again using a pair of pliers. The stick will go through all those motions (lighting up, going red, all that stuff), even if there's no atty installed. Check to see your threads are clear, both on the atty and the atty connector. You've got nothing to lose. I had to use pliers on the atty I installed last night, bent it right out of round, but it worked. I used the pliers again to make it round and it works fine.
 

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tmbrown is right. It's worth another try. The atty's on the stick are very hard to seat. I have trouble with them all the time. I always use needle nose pliers with a folded paper towel over the atty lip (so as not to scar it). Push down with the pliers that are gripping the edge of the atty and turn, turn till you feel resistance and know it is seated correctly.

One other thing: Mine won't charge unless my computer is on. Computer?

Well.... when you get over these bumps in the road you should be good for awhile hopefully. I'm sending, and wishing you the best of luck and hope it works out quickly for you.
 
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SheerLuckHolmes

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Sorry to read of your troubles, Mistake!

When I ordered my first Janty Sick I ordered two extra atty' and the first one was DOA. But the scond one fired right up. Janty sent me a new atty, but all of that is too late for you now. Just letting you know you're not alone in this experience.

BTW, others posting here are right about any 801 atty should work with the janty stick. I ordered the Be112 and they are assume.

In the mean time, hang in there!!!
 

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Thanks Doots for planting that seed in the minds of ECF'ers (that acronym sounds vulgar with the "ers" at the end) , but I'll be fine. I have my 4081. tonight I'm going to the vodka soak I've been reading about, see if that helps. and if I don't get the atty for my janty stick by tomorrow I'll just buy some. anyone know FAST delivery, affordable prices? Links help alot... I'm holding on to my streak with a vengence. I do not want to be a smoker again.

JOYE510 Atomizers

This guy is very fast, from my experiences with him. His prices are as good as any supplier from China and he ships free if over $14.00.
 
The right retailer definitely makes the difference. 510 starter kits come from many dealers with 2 batts & 2 attys for less than $55, no shipping costs and the retailers I've used would go above and beyond to get a working atty to you at their cost. Try The Smoke Safe, Totally Wicked, ElectroNicStix, the ones I've used (I'm still using my first 510 starter kit batts and attys after 11 weeks); stock up as you can afford it on batts, attys, carts, filler, and juice (JuicyLiquid, Totally Wicked)..... and worry about the FDA ban tomorrow with me and Scarlett.
 
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