Considering getting mod .... Need help

[Matix04]

I am really new to this vaping thing but I have seen all these cool mods on YouTube and like a jealous kid on the playground I want one as well

thing is I know nothing about them and need some direction

which will give my best bang for my buck, user friendly, and teach me the wonderful world of mods????

 

[jundis]

I personally went for a Lambo4 (LRider Lava Tube 4.0) as my first mod, still haven't upgraded. I enjoy quite a bit and you can find them everywhere. I got mine for $67 as a starter kit with 2 batteries, the mod, a charger, 10mL of fluid, and the body over at Aquavaporcig.com (look for their mygo 2.5).

It's a solid device, and one of the cheapest VV mods I've ever seen. Needs a ego small thread cover or a 510 adapter to fix some air flow issues with vivi novas but other than that I love the device.

 

[Rocketpunk]

Good luck, and godspeed.

1) Provari ($$$)
(yes, as of now, it's still the be all/end all of mods. You get a Provari, your search is over.)

2) Zmax: Poor man's Provari, but don't let it discourage you. It will do everything a Provari can, but without the lifetime guarantee or the 100% sturdy construction. It'll do, Pig, it'll do.

For eGo shaped mods (can we call them mods?), you cannot go wrong with a 1000 mAh Twist.

Lavatubes, the Lambo V2, etc. You're getting semi-high end products. But I have a sneaking suspicious you'll end up wanting a Provari.

That seems to be the end game/spot for vapers, The Provari.

Good gad I wish I could drop $250 on a Provari.

 

[kiwivap]

The Zmax differs from the Provari because the Zmax has variable wattage. It has variable voltage too. It's not a "poor man's provari" because its not just a variable voltage pv. It really should be classed in with variable wattage devices.

For the OP - what are you most interested in? There are many different kinds of mods. Box mod, or tube mod? Mechanical mod or electrical? Fixed or variable voltage? Variable wattage?
Size, price bracket?

I could easily recommend a list of mods but it would be easier if you gave some idea of what most interests you and what your price range is.

 

[Rocketpunk]

Please don't get pee'd at me, but variable wattage, to me, seems the buzzword.

I tried a Vmax at "seven wattage".

It tasted just like my PV's set at my chosen voltage.

All in my head? Perhaps.

Hrm. I think VW is a buzzword, but I hope to gad it truly means a set and forget. I think at this point the options are so dizzying I'm amazed the bulk of us stayed around so long, and I'm still a noob!

 

[Butters78]

I don't like the fact the zmax's vw is in .5 increments. It should be .1 sorry but I like to fine tune.

That's why I'm excited about the dna20 coming out next month.

 

[kiwivap]

Please don't get pee'd at me, but variable wattage, to me, seems the buzzword.

I tried a Vmax at "seven wattage".

It tasted just like my PV's set at my chosen voltage.

All in my head? Perhaps.

Hrm. I think VW is a buzzword, but I hope to gad it truly means a set and forget. I think at this point the options are so dizzying I'm amazed the bulk of us stayed around so long, and I'm still a noob!

Not peed at you at all. But the Zmax is a variable wattage device, so should really be classed as one. The Vmax isn't a variable wattage device. You can works out what your watts are I suppose, but that different to vaping by watts where you "set and forget" your watts (if that's how you want to vape) and the voltage adjusts to suit the ohms. Or you vary by watts.
Its not a buzzword its an option. My devices have variable wattage and a variable voltage option. I prefer the variable watts option. We'll see alot more variable wattage devices coming out. A lot of people like them.

 

[kiwivap]

I don't like the fact the zmax's vw is in .5 increments. It should be .1 sorry but I like to fine tune.

That's why I'm excited about the dna20 coming out next month.

I'm fine with 0.5 increments - 0.1 watts is such a small power difference I wouldn't need it. But will be interesting to see what is coming with the DNA, and how it gets incorporated.

 

[kiwivap]

For the OP, if you are really new to vaping and don't know about mods, then knowing about battery safety is important. Here's some battery safety precautions that are worth sticking to. I use AW IMR 18650 batteries, which have a very good reputation.

1. Don't leave your batteries on the charger unattended, and don't leave them charging all night while you're sleeping. You can increase the safety by charging them in a lipo charging bag, which some vendors sell.
2. Remove your batteries from the charger when they are charged (light goes green). Give them a rest time before using them in your mod.
3. Keep an eye on your batteries condition. If you notice rips or tears in the exterior don't use them.
4. Invest in a digital multimeter. These can be bought quite cheaply and then you can check the battery voltages. Don't charge your battery above 4.15 volts or discharge below 3.3 volts. (See my blog post How to use a Digital Multi-Meter).
5. Don't carry batteries loose in your pocket or purse where they will come into contact with your keys or other metal objects. Keep them in a case, separate from metal objects. Many vendors sell battery cases.

More on battery safety here: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/ecf-library/129569-rechargeable-batteries.html

 

[Big Ev]

Hi Matix,
Best advice I could give would be to not rush into a new mod, check out a lot of reviews and forum threads on whats available and go from there.

+ 1 on the battery safety advice as stated by kiwivap also.

Cheers.

 

[kiwivap]

Hi Matix,
Best advice I could give would be to not rush into a new mod, check out a lot of reviews and forum threads on whats available and go from there.

+ 1 on the battery safety advice as stated by kiwivap also.

Cheers.

A bit off topic - but welcome. First vaper I've seen from Solomon Islands!

 

[Matix04]

Yeah I am not exactly in buy mode just yet but my research is what I am trying to do now ..... That being said I do want a provari but I feel like I wouldn't be able to use it to its full potential!!!

 

[pianoguy]

Before you spend your money, figure out what your priorities are. Compare what the mod offers to what you feel are shortcomings in your current setup. Make sure the mod will perform well in the environment in which you'll be using it. Read reviews here and if your potential mod has a sub-forum here, read about what kind of day-to-day experience people have with it, and what kind of support is available.

 

[klynnn]

I would start with a vision spinner at 1300mah and a charger. It is a reasonably priced vv device that lasts all day. If you like that you can always upgrade later and you will have a very good back-up. Also a vivi nova mega tank. A provari is a great piece of equip but it is expensive and you will still need back-ups.

 

[Absintheur]

To me VV and VW are two sides of the same coin. When using a VW device it will up the voltage output in order to meet the wattage output you have selected. When you adjust a VV it will adjust the wattage output to match the voltage setting you are using. You still arrive at your destination using either route. Personally I vape a lot of 3.7 non adjustable and like them just as well as my variables. With them I do my adjustments with the carto/atty resistance.

When choosing a mod you have to look at your vaping style. Obviously someone who prefers stealth isn't going to want a big 26650 mods. Other folks like big mods and don't care if people see them using them.

The Bombshell Stingray is a big 26650 mod, battery lasts a couple days and looks good with a big 8ml tank on it. It is ready for a Kick as it comes from the factory.

A eGo Twist is much smaller and with a 3.5 ml tank will last most folks the better part of a day, They work well and are much more stealthy.

Small box mods with a 14500 battery will last half a day, can be pocketable and with the right ohm carto/atty do very well. The Madvapes Gripper is very stealthy and pocket friendly.

Almost every mod out there will have reviews on you tube. Find a few mods you are interested in and watch the reviews of them. Ask folks here about specific mods...I am sure you will hear the good and bad about them. I change the mods I plan on using during the day depending on what I have planned.

 

[tj99959]

Not peed at you at all. But the Zmax is a variable wattage device, so should really be classed as one. The Vmax isn't a variable wattage device. You can works out what your watts are I suppose, but that different to vaping by watts where you "set and forget" your watts (if that's how you want to vape) and the voltage adjusts to suit the ohms. Or you vary by watts.
Its not a buzzword its an option. My devices have variable wattage and a variable voltage option. I prefer the variable watts option. We'll see alot more variable wattage devices coming out. A lot of people like them.

Sometimes I really-really like my 3.7v mechanical mods

 

[PhreakySTS9]

Please don't get pee'd at me, but variable wattage, to me, seems the buzzword.

I tried a Vmax at "seven wattage".

It tasted just like my PV's set at my chosen voltage.

All in my head? Perhaps.

Hrm. I think VW is a buzzword, but I hope to gad it truly means a set and forget. I think at this point the options are so dizzying I'm amazed the bulk of us stayed around so long, and I'm still a noob!

It is set it and forget it once you find your sweet spot. The whole pro to VW is that you can switch out any device without having to change settings. I can't tell you how many times I switched my 3ohm HH.357 to my DID, Cobra, etc. which are all about 1.3ohms and got E1 and wondered "what the?" before I realized I didn't switch voltages. It is really nice, I love my kick for this.

 

[fourthrok]

"Variable Voltage" or "VV" is not synonymous with "MOD"...or "APV". I have a few mods, and only one has variable voltage. I happen to prefer a 3.7 volt based mod like the telescope, or eGo T Mod, or LavaFire or even the MV Gripper Abs mentioned. The battery will start off fresh off the charger around 4.1 volts and ease on down over the course of it's charged life to around 3.4 when you need to recharge. In the case of 18650s that takes a LONG time. Honestly, I really don't notice it much until it hits about 3.5 volts.

Personally, I am of the camp that thinks the more add-ons and "features" and whatnot a gizmo has...the more there is to break. I want something that is solid and going to LAST...and if something does go bad, then I want to be able to fix/replace that bit. No..I'm not rough on my stuff. My old eGos, X2s, Twist and kGos are as pristine as they were when I bought them...but I just like peace of mind.

All boils down to what you think is going to work for you. I don't have a lot of use for VV since I vape only one flavor, and prefer cartos and cartotanks running 2ohm to 2.5ohm single coil. But not everyone feels that way. Especially those who use a variety of juices and juice types.

 

[txtumbleweed]

I have quite a few VV mods and one VW PV and I prefer the VW myself and very seldom adjust it. There are lots of great buys right now but go with the latest or you will just be buying another one with more options. You can get a new Vamo that is VV/VW, use it with one 18350 Batt in mini or an 18650 using the longer tube. The good thing is you can get one for around 50.00.

 

[napdog]

IMHO I would save your money, and get a provari. I can't tell you how much money i spent on other devices. I now own a provari, and couldn't be happier. Wish that it had been my starting point. Oh well live, and learn. Good luck