I hope it is OK to post here, as it seems the most recently updated area regarding Vapor Junction, and you did ask for current comments and suggestions. If you don't mind, I also have a few simple questions, and I hope you will forgive if they sound naive...
You see, I am a complete noob as regards the Riva, which I just ordered and received, and must first say: WOW! I am LOVING IT! Thank you so much for the great, fast service, and for throwing in a couple of extra goodies for my first time order...
I have been
vaping since April, 2009, so I am not a
vaping noob, just a Riva noob. I have used 901's exclusively for 16 months, and also a Little Chuck (with the 901 atty) for the last several months. Guess I am one of the old dinosaurs still using the 901, but it has always been good to me, even with the short battery life, and the new atty problems. And the Little Chuck is very special, with my custom design, and is great for home use, but it is quite a heavy brick to carry around, etc.
Enter the Riva, and I am in love with
vaping all over again. For me, it is a perfect cross between the little 901 and the heavy Chuck. And I must say, though it has only been 48 hours, the vape quality/quantity is fantastic, the battery lasting wonderfully, and my homemade juice tasting great! Consistancy rocks!
And so I have a few basic questions, as there seems to be no FAQ that I can find on the Riva:
The Black Riva kit I received has 2 atty's and I am believing that they are 510's. Is that correct? I also think they are both "regular" 510 atty's as you sent along a LR 510 atty to try out, and it is marked "LR." Correct?
In order to use 901 atty's with the Riva, I must purchase the 510>901 adaptor, correct? I have a load of 901 atty's, many that I have cleaned and am still using, so it would be nice to be able to use them with the Riva, at least for a while longer. But I have a hunch that I will begin switching over to the 510's, as I HATE the new version of the 901 atty's with the washer-like plate. For me, they are inferior, they leak terribly, and they don't last. Anyone else have that experience?
I guess what I am asking is: Do people find the 501 atty working as the best combo with the Riva battery (and probably with new, more powerful battery that will be coming out)?
Do people find the LR 510 a better choice with the Riva? I read somewhere that it may shorten the battery life or cause problems. Has anyone else experienced this?
And now, Cartomizers! Never tried one, and I was sent one 510 carto and some blank 808D cartos. I am trying to learn up a bit on these, as to filling and refilling. I saw a method where you fill the carto condom half to 3/4 full with your juice and then press the carto down to absorb. Will that work, or do I need to syringe?
Cartos do seem interesting as an alternative for higher juice capacity, a disposable option so that I don't have to go thru the hassle of cleaning atty's so often, or at least as a backup on the road. I do prefer the whistle tip of the 901 cart, along with the pyramid teabag filler, but I am certainly open to trying the round-tipped carto if you could offer a little guidance as to the care and feeding of the monster...
Also, on atty cleaning: I tend to use the Crest Pro-Health Mouthwash method, and have alot of success with it. Is it OK to use on the 510 atty's?
And finally, at the end of the night, how do people set their Riva? Upright/assembled, upside down/assembled (that's what I did last night), take it apart (a bit of hassle), laid on its side? What are people finding is the best way to prolong th atty life, especially since I use a pretty heavy, part VG, medium-dark colored juice?
My apologies for so many long-winded questions, but a big Mahalo (thank you) for answering them if you can...
And finally, a big shout out to Alex for such fine customer service and professionalism. It seems you have made a Riva convert out of me, and have allowed me to find my vaping sweet spot!
You have also made a repeat cusomer out of me, as I plan for a second black kit at your sale price when they arrive, along with some extra stuff to keep me in Riva Heaven...
Aloha from the islands,
Kona
