First purchase of proper ecig - clearomiser and 'bits' advice needed!

[JamesElectric]

Hi everyone,

Today is an exciting day, myepack finally have eleaf isticks back in stock, and after biding my time, i'm finally going to pick one up.

The question today is, what else do I need to consider with my purchase.

In terms of a clearomiser I'm eyeing up either getting a nautilus mini as it seems to be viewed positively on the site, or Aspire ET-S BDC. Both of these were parts of setups with an istick from people who recommended the istick, so immediately considered those. I'm also conscious that for the price of one nautilus mini I can get 3 ET-S! And I presume the normal thing is to have a few clearomisers to circulate different flavours and such, will I be restricted if I only bought one mini (but potentially it's better than the ET-S?)

Also, in terms of spares, what kind of bits I need, given this will be my first set up i'm not 100% sure on what I'll need to be changing/replacing, apart from coils.

And lastly liquids, I was recommended that I get a few different flavours and see what I like, but I'm still concerned by the concept I read on one of the 'read this post first if you're new' threads about the importance of picking the right liquid for the right device, if I get the nautilus or the ET-S am I going to have any problems when I purchase eliquids?

Trying to ask a lot of questions as keen to try and suss everything out today and get my purchase made!

Cheers,

James

 

[JamesElectric]

also, how do myepack rate in terms of eliquid quality.. just looking to get the best for the money that I can.

I currently will get free delivery as I'm over £40, but wanted to check.

 

[Barryo]

Hi everyone,

Today is an exciting day, myepack finally have eleaf isticks back in stock, and after biding my time, i'm finally going to pick one up.

The question today is, what else do I need to consider with my purchase.

In terms of a clearomiser I'm eyeing up either getting a nautilus mini as it seems to be viewed positively on the site, or Aspire ET-S BDC. Both of these were parts of setups with an istick from people who recommended the istick, so immediately considered those. I'm also conscious that for the price of one nautilus mini I can get 3 ET-S! And I presume the normal thing is to have a few clearomisers to circulate different flavours and such, will I be restricted if I only bought one mini (but potentially it's better than the ET-S?)

Also, in terms of spares, what kind of bits I need, given this will be my first set up i'm not 100% sure on what I'll need to be changing/replacing, apart from coils.

And lastly liquids, I was recommended that I get a few different flavours and see what I like, but I'm still concerned by the concept I read on one of the 'read this post first if you're new' threads about the importance of picking the right liquid for the right device, if I get the nautilus or the ET-S am I going to have any problems when I purchase eliquids?

Trying to ask a lot of questions as keen to try and suss everything out today and get my purchase made!

Cheers,

James

The iStick is an excellent battery and I would recommend getting one or two Aspire ET-S tanks. Try to get the ET-S tanks with BVC (bottom vertical coil) coils and not the old technology BDC (bottom dual coil) coils. The BVC coils are far superior to the old BDC coils. Make sure you get some 1.8 ohm BVC replacement coils that are for the ET-S tanks. The Nautilus tanks also have BVC coils but they are different from ones for the ET-S tanks.

There are several things about the ET-S tanks that make them ideal for the newer vaper. The ET-S tanks are glass with a metal shield that protects the glass whereas the Nautilus mini is just glass and is prone to breaking. Also, the ET-S holds nearly 3 ml of liquid where the mini holds 2 ml. The ET-S tanks are durable and very easy to clean.

I have several Nautilus and ET-S tanks and I find that the vaping satisfaction from the ET-S tanks is very close to the Nautilus tanks now that they both use a version of the fantastic BVC coils.

You should be able to use any over-the-counter eliquid in either the Nautilus or the Aspire ET-S tanks without any problems.

I don't know anything about myepack so I cant help you on that.

You are looking at really good vaping hardware and I expect you will be pleased with whatever tank you choose.

 

[dw117]

Myepack are great and trusted by many here in the UK area of the forum but I wouldn't expect terrific flavour from the juices they sell, it's mostly dekang brand isn't it?

They are ok for the price but I'd go for some nicer juice if it were me. LT ecigs are good for decent yet good value juice. Chefs Vapour do great juice but are a bit more expensive.

 

[djsvapour]

I use both ET-S and mini Nautilus. ONLY with BVC atomizers.

The ET-S doesn't actually hold more (for those that have an interest in these things). The chamber might be classed as 3ml, but it can only be filled to a certain depth.

I would say they hold about the same. ET-S is cheap and doesn't have airflow. Whilst not as good as the mini, it is certainly on a par with EVOD and mini Protank.

Personally speaking, I would skip the liquids at Myepack (maybe try a couple of tobacco ones...?) and get your fruits elsewhere.

LT grapefruit, lime, black cherry, lemon mix, apple are straight-up plain flavours, no extra Chinese herbs and who knows what infusions.

Once you have been vaping a bit, the difference is clear. It's not wrong or right to like a certain type, but Western tastes are more likely to enjoy a plain (Inawera, mostly, in the case of LT) fruit flavour.

 

[JamesElectric]

thanks for everyones replies.

I decided to go for a nautilus mini, and can get another in the future for flavour swapping.

I also ordered 2 10ml 18mg eliquids (RY4 and Strawberry). Which should tide me over. But given the comments so far will be swapping and trying some others from LT. Although I know by putting a bit more money on the clearomiser I've restricted myself to one flavour at a time until I can warrant getting another!

I haven't bought any spare BVC atomisers yet, I believe I get 2 with the mini, one installed, one not. But not sure how long these will last? I've not been the heaviest of smokers, I smoke rollies, give or take about 10 a day.

My next worry is maintenance, I see lots of chat about cleaning coils, replacing atomisers etc. and now I've finally gotten through all that info and decided which to buy, I'm keen to know how to get the most of it and make it last. Is there any good threads on her for maintenance of the istick and nautilus mini? I would have a proper look but I'm still at work, cmon 5:30, hurry up please.

Looking forward to my bits and pieces turning up. Couldn't have done it without this forum! And DJS you've been a star, I was pretty much sold on the istick after you recommended it initially.

Cheers,

James

 

[djsvapour]

Couldn't have done it without this forum! And DJS you've been a star, I was pretty much sold on the istick after you recommended it initially.

No worries. If I ever get out of work (as well), I'll mention a few more things to think about.

 

[e-pipeman]

Inspired by your selection I have just ordered an istick, nautilus mini and 5-pack of bvc coils from myepack. We'll have to compare notes!

 

[Pictor]

Inspired by your selection I have just ordered an istick, nautilus mini and 5-pack of bvc coils from myepack. We'll have to compare notes!

Hi! Nice to see you again ...I've got the iStick and mini Nautilus ...brilliant!

 

[e-pipeman]

Hi! Nice to see you again ...I've got the iStick and mini Nautilus ...brilliant!

Hello Pictor - I've been here but not posting much. Good to see you, too - and I'm glad that you like the combo!

 

[dw117]

I got my first proper e cigarette (evod) from myepack with some dekang ry4 and it's not a bad liquid to start off with, I liked it when I started off.

Maintenance of the istick should be just "charge it" but I don't have one so maybe someone else will say different.

Google or search on here for advice on dry burning aspire BVC coils. Again I don't have a nautilus but I assume that some dry burning and rinsing would help and that the wicking material won't char or burn. Someone?

 

[djsvapour]

I got my first proper e cigarette (evod) from myepack with some dekang ry4 and it's not a bad liquid to start off with, I liked it when I started off.

Maintenance of the istick should be just "charge it" but I don't have one so maybe someone else will say different.

Google or search on here for advice on dry burning aspire BVC coils. Again I don't have a nautilus but I assume that some dry burning and rinsing would help and that the wicking material won't char or burn. Someone?

Umm... not sure on that. Never tried dry-burning a BVC. I wonder if you'll get the wicking material clean enough... ?? It gets pretty gunky.

I took one apart last weekend and, after 3 weeks, it was unlikely to bounce back.

Guinea pig tester.... that's what we need.

 

[Cowboy192]

I'm running a couple nautilus minis (for my fave flavours) and some et-s's too (for chop and change flavours) I love the mini's but to be honest I can't fault the et-s either and considering you can get three et-s for the price of one mini they are worth buying a couple just for back ups

 

[djsvapour]

James.. let's say you vape 20 times a day.... you are going to get ages using a BVC coil.

It's almost a maintenance-free way to vape. Charge up the iStick, fill up the tanks. Change the coil (2-3 weeks)....

 

[Cowboy192]

Without going into detail, just take my advice, don't dry burn the aspire bvc (took a full day to get rid of that taste)

 

[Pictor]

Without going into detail, just take my advice, don't dry burn the aspire bvc (took a full day to get rid of that taste)

Yes, I agree - didn't ever try it because I read about not doing it before I'd even used any.

 

[dw117]

Without going into detail, just take my advice, don't dry burn the aspire bvc (took a full day to get rid of that taste)

Yes, I agree - didn't ever try it because I read about not doing it before I'd even used any.

Thanks for clearing that up guys. I vape rebuildables 90% of the time now but used to dry burn my kanger coils.

So in conclusion DO NOT dry burn aspire BVC coils

 

[djsvapour]

Thanks for clearing that up guys. I vape rebuildables 90% of the time now but used to dry burn my kanger coils.

So in conclusion DO NOT dry burn aspire BVC coils

What.... no guinea pig?

LOL

 

[Barryo]

What.... no guinea pig?

LOL

Hi folks....can a USA guinea pig get into this UK discussion? I have 6 setups going at all times and they all use BVC coils so I go through a lot of coils. Here is what works for me but it might not work for you. I clean and dry-burn BVC coils on a regular basis.

The old juice needs to be cleaned out and I found the best way for me is to toss them in a bowl of water and cook them in the microwave for 3 or 4 minutes. This cleans them out pretty well. The microwave will not spark as-long-as the coils are submerged in the water.

Thoroughly dry-out the coils. Lots of ways to do this and I like to give them a quick dip in Everclear/alcohol/vodka which displaces most of the water and they will dry-out more quickly. I then put mine in the toaster oven and they dry-out in a couple minutes.

I then dry-burn the coils at 3.4 then 3.8 then 4.0 volts on my old Ego twist. Never had the wicking material scorch during the dry-burn.

The last step is the most crucial. The dry-burn will saturate the wicking material with some really nasty odors. Most if not all of the nastiness can be removed by rinsing the coil under running hot water, soaking in Everclear or cooking them in the microwave for a couple minutes. Some people miss this step and find a terrible taste when they go to vape.

Dry-burning is not for everyone. I'm retired and have a lot of free time to fuss with my vaping stuff.

I change coils about every 4 or 5 days so they ordinarily don't get too dirty. If you run a coil for a week or more it might get to a point where no amount of cleaning will salvage it especially if you vape dark or sweet eliquids. With regards to the CERAMIC wicking material in the coil.....I have disassembled new and very used BVC coils and found no deterioration of the ceramic wicking material.

Once again, what works for me might not work for you but I have had a lot of success cleaning and dry-burning BVC ( and BDC) coils. Thanks for listening.

 

[Pictor]

Thanks Barryo - It does sound good, but rather time consuming as you say. Still, I'll remember that!