Best reasonable priced tank for an iPod/i leaf battery

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Stan81

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Hi there I'm new on here and just looking for some advice really.
I'm currently using an iPow2 battery with a kangertech genitank.
Although I had no problems with this tank it's started to leak juice out of the five air flow holes nearly everyday. Iv replaced coils and clean my tank everyday now but it still happens.
So would you recommend getting a better tank or am I doing something wrong for this to happen.
If so what tank or just any advice.
Thanks in advance Stan
 

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Hmmm... I use Aerotanks and never had leaks like that. It sounds like something is not put together correctly inside. Are all the o-rings and gaskets in place? Is the coil head screwed into the base snugly?

Kanger Troubleshooting 101:

If your clearo is flooding, the connections are not tight enough--or too tight. Keep reading.

If you're using clearos and getting a burnt taste it means that not enough juice is getting to the coil and you're basically vaping dry, hot air or inhaling smoke from the gunk that's burning off of your coil. Not a good thing. Another case of bad taste maybe the tank itself--some arrive covered with some kind of nasty grease; wash them with soap and water (just the tanks--soak the coils in PGA or vodka).

There are a few things you need to remember when using a T3 or an eVod or a ProTank--in addition to keeping your coils clean and free of gunk that accumulates on them.

1) Make sure that the atomizer coil is screwed into the base tightly--every time you refill; they often come not fully tightened from the manufacturer, or may have gotten loose through repeated refills.

2) Look at all the inner seals and gaskets to make sure they haven't become dislodged.

3) Make sure that you screw the tank into its base tightly. If it's not tight, it will leak.

4) When you screw your clearomizer into your battery, do not overtighten--screw it in only until it makes contact--no farther, or you may push the center post in too deep and cause all kinds of problems, including leaking. When the draw becomes tight or the taste and vapor production begin to diminish, replace the coil. This will happen sooner (even as soon as one day of heavy use) if you're using dark, viscous, or very sweet juices. The old coil can be cleaned and dry burned.

5) Make sure you're not getting any juice in the center tube when you're filling--this will cause your eVod to leak like a sieve. If some juice gets into the tube, close the top cap, place a tissue under your tank and blow gently through the clearomizer to get rid of any excess eliquid. Also, extra condensation inside the tank may, on some occasions, drip back into the center tube. Wipe your mouthpiece dry with a q-tip or a tissue when you refill (or more often when/if needed).

6) Take an occasional "primer puff" (a slow draw without activating the battery) when you vape. It helps move the juice into the coil chamber and removes any air bubbles that sometimes form in the tank and may cause gurgling or impede proper wicking.

7) New clearomizers (Aerotanks etc.) come with a clever airflow adjustment base--make sure you adjust the settings to your liking.

8) Take slow long draws rather than sharp and quick ones like we used to do while smoking cigarettes. Do not over vape, chain vape, power vape. Let the juice travel to the coil between drags.

9) Do not remove any flavor wicks if you're experiencing any leaking or flooding. Those wicks are there for a reason. If you feel that you have to remove a wick because your eliquid is particularly thick, do it carefully--one strand at a time. If your liquid is super thin, you can thicken it with a bit of VG (USP--pharma grade) or you can add another strand of cotton to your flavor wick. Don't add too much or you'll choke your atomizer and get a dry hit.

and last but not least:

10) Keep the coils and wicks clean (search ECF or YouTube for detailed coil cleaning instructions). Discard when when flavor and vapor start to diminish. Those coils are disposable.

Also, make sure you're vaping at correct wattages; Kanger recommends 5.5-7.5 watts for single coils. Dual coils require a bit more wattage than single coils--I like 9-11 watts for duals. They also benefit from increased airflow.
 
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Hmmm... I use Aerotanks and never had leaks like that. It sounds like something is not put together correctly inside. Are all the o-rings and gaskets in place? Is the coil head screwed into the base snugly?

Kanger Troubleshooting 101:

If your clearo is flooding, the connections are not tight enough--or too tight. Keep reading.

If you're using clearos and getting a burnt taste it means that not enough juice is getting to the coil and you're basically vaping dry, hot air or inhaling smoke from the gunk that's burning off of your coil. Not a good thing. Another case of bad taste maybe the tank itself--some arrive covered with some kind of nasty grease; wash them with soap and water (just the tanks--soak the coils in PGA or vodka).

There are a few things you need to remember when using a T3 or an eVod or a ProTank--in addition to keeping your coils clean and free of gunk that accumulates on them.

1) Make sure that the atomizer coil is screwed into the base tightly--every time you refill; they often come not fully tightened from the manufacturer, or may have gotten loose through repeated refills.

2) Look at all the inner seals and gaskets to make sure they haven't become dislodged.

3) Make sure that you screw the tank into its base tightly. If it's not tight, it will leak.

4) When you screw your clearomizer into your battery, do not overtighten--screw it in only until it makes contact--no farther, or you may push the center post in too deep and cause all kinds of problems, including leaking. When the draw becomes tight or the taste and vapor production begin to diminish, replace the coil. This will happen sooner (even as soon as one day of heavy use) if you're using dark, viscous, or very sweet juices. The old coil can be cleaned and dry burned.

5) Make sure you're not getting any juice in the center tube when you're filling--this will cause your eVod to leak like a sieve. If some juice gets into the tube, close the top cap, place a tissue under your tank and blow gently through the clearomizer to get rid of any excess eliquid. Also, extra condensation inside the tank may, on some occasions, drip back into the center tube. Wipe your mouthpiece dry with a q-tip or a tissue when you refill (or more often when/if needed).

6) Take an occasional "primer puff" (a slow draw without activating the battery) when you vape. It helps move the juice into the coil chamber and removes any air bubbles that sometimes form in the tank and may cause gurgling or impede proper wicking.

7) New clearomizers (Aerotanks etc.) come with a clever airflow adjustment base--make sure you adjust the settings to your liking.

8) Take slow long draws rather than sharp and quick ones like we used to do while smoking cigarettes. Do not over vape, chain vape, power vape. Let the juice travel to the coil between drags.

9) Do not remove any flavor wicks if you're experiencing any leaking or flooding. Those wicks are there for a reason. If you feel that you have to remove a wick because your eliquid is particularly thick, do it carefully--one strand at a time. If your liquid is super thin, you can thicken it with a bit of VG (USP--pharma grade) or you can add another strand of cotton to your flavor wick. Don't add too much or you'll choke your atomizer and get a dry hit.

and last but not least:

10) Keep the coils and wicks clean (search ECF or YouTube for detailed coil cleaning instructions). Discard when when flavor and vapor start to diminish. Those coils are disposable.

Also, make sure you're vaping at correct wattages; Kanger recommends 5.5-7.5 watts for single coils. Dual coils require a bit more wattage than single coils--I like 9-11 watts for duals. They also benefit from increased airflow.
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If you're looking for nice and inexpensive tanks, try Eleaf GS Air or Eleaf GS M--Sweet Vapes carries them. I really like mine!

Eleaf GS Air M - Eleaf Tanks - Eleaf - Clearomizers Tanks[/QUO
 

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Thanks for the reply that's a greAt help. Iv checked,checked again and checked everything is done up tight and not over tightened but still happens it's not a major leak but just annoying the crap out of me.
Big thanks for that kanger trouble shooting it might be cuz I normally vape on 8/8.5 watts and its a duel cool so just cranked the baby up to 10 so Gonna try that out and see how I get on
Cheers Stan
 

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I'll pay up to £50 for a tank if it's worth the money just don't wanna buy any crap

Oh, I didn't realize you were on the other side of the pond! Yes, I use GS Air tanks and I love them. The M and the MS(shorty) have a new, improved airflow control. Here we pay $10 for a tank and another 10 for a 5-pack of coils, which, BTW, can be rebuilt.

If you want to read more about those tanks, here's a thread for you:

Eleaf GS Air Fan | E-Cigarette Forum

It's long and awfully chatty, but there's plenty of good information there.

Cheers back!
 
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Thanks for the reply that's a greAt help. Iv checked,checked again and checked everything is done up tight and not over tightened but still happens it's not a major leak but just annoying the crap out of me.
Big thanks for that kanger trouble shooting it might be cuz I normally vape on 8/8.5 watts and its a duel cool so just cranked the baby up to 10 so Gonna try that out and see how I get on
Cheers Stan

I vape all of my dual coil atties at 4--4.4v... They really do need more power than the single-coil ones.
 

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Hi sorry about that just my kanger is still leaking completely doing my head in really winding me up.
Iv took it back to the shop twice and they don't know what's up with it. Iv changed could far too many times I wash it out everyday.
Everything is done correctly I think but still leaking.
Thinking I'm just gonna have to get a new tank just for my piece of mind.

That's so great I'm well jealous of you ha. What tank have you got ?

P.s
I ment ipow battery not iPod sorry
 
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