Genuinely confused newbie looking for advice

[Alsier]

I generally snoop around a lot for what I'm trying to find before I register for a forum. In this case, I just can't locate any information.

I just ordered a GLV2 5 volt (801), and was curious about getting a tank for it because dripping sounds mildly tedious. Except "501" pops up in just about every thread recommending a tank, and I don't know precisely how that works with the 801.

So, I'm just 95% confused about tanks, cartomizers, adapters, and the GLV2 (801). I suppose after a while I'll know more, but the fastest way to learn is to ask.

TL;DR -
What kind of tanks should I be looking at for a GLV2 (801)?
Does the (801) part even factor into which tank I get or how it fits on?
Do I need any extra equipment, apart from the tank? (The term "cartomizer" used in conjuction with "tank" totally throws me. It makes me think I need another attachment, aside from the tank? So confused.)
Is dripping tedious, in your opinion, compared to a tank?

Finally, does anyone who has extensive experience with a GLV2 want to volunteer to be asked more questions? I'd love to not sound like a total ..... every time I post.

 

[BardicDruid]

Because of the placement of the button on a GLV2, tanks are difficult to use. Your best bet since your getting it with an 801 connector is to get some 801 atomizers and cartridges otherwise you'll need an adapter to use anything else. No one makes tanks or cartomizers that fit an 801, so try the atomizers and cartridges and find an e-liquid that you like. You really need to read through "The Wonderful World of Vaping" in the ECF Library, it'll explain the differences between the different e-cigs, atomizers, cartridges, cartomizer, and mods.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

Hi, Alsier and welcome to ECF! I hope that I can help with your confusion even though I don't own a GLV.

I believe that you can order an 801 battery extender from MadVapes that might work just fine with the tanks. I know that VaporEscence offers an 801 Liquinator tank. It'll hold 3ml of juice and I love mine! Mine is the 510 version, but I don't see any difference in the tanks themselves.

Dripping is a fairly easy concept, but it does take a little practice to get right. I would suggest buying some 801 HV atomizers to use with your 5V. A dripping session starts with 3-4 drops in the atty and you vape until vapor production starts to drop off and the flavor starts going flat. Then, you add 2-3 more drops and continue in the same fashion. I just vape through the previous flavor when I want to change flavors and start anew with the different flavor.

I don't use any cleaning methods other than blowing out the atty at least once a day. If I feel like it isn't producing, then I'll rinse under hot water in the sink and let it dry overnight.

I hope this helps!

 

[speedemon]

You can get 801 cartos that will fit the 510 tanks you want the fusion from IKN vape these are very good cartos one of the best they have a 801 thread and 510 body.The 510 drip tips also fit these.

 

[Alsier]

Thanks for all the advice! I'm reading through the library guide you suggested, BardicDruid

WomanOfHeart, I realize this is going to vary based on a few factors, but how long do atty's usually last before burning out? You can pretty much answer in any measurement you please, I'm just looking for a vague ballpark. I'm a fairly light smoker, I don't hit 5 analogs a day even, and I figure I'll probably have roughly that many vaping breaks on any given day.

Speedemon - you're a lifesaver, but I have to ask - how do the cartomizers work in conjunction with the tanks? As in, if I have a tank, it's not something I would want to (or even could) use with a normal atty, correct? I'd need the carto + tank to make that whole system work?

Thanks for the help! Incredibly appreciated, all of you.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

I use HV 801 atties and they usually last me anywhere from a couple of weeks to a month. You have to keep them wet and don't do dry burns with them. My opinion is that dry burning shortens the life of the atomizer and if it isn't done correctly, you're going to pop it.

It wouldn't surprise me if you vape more than you feel you smoked. Most of us do because we like the flavors and it's hard to gauge just exactly how much you're vaping. This isn't anything to worry about, so my advice is just go with it and ENJOY IT!

Get a few more posts under your belt and you can ask questions in the GLV sub forum. But, feel free to stick around the new members forum and ask all the questions you like! We're happy to help!

 

[Alsier]

Sounds awesome! I'm sure I'll understand more when I'm holding my GLV2 in my hands and can see what goes where and everything. As it is, I'm not sure what 801 and 510 even refer to, because there aren't any picture galleries that I've found of the various GLV2 models.

Where do you buy your atties, by the way? I'm still learning what sites are acceptable and which ones are shady

 

[WomanOfHeart]

510 and 808 refer to the threading. Yes, it is just that simple! LOL!

I think you'll really love your GLV! I've been eyeballing this mod for quite some time. I just need the money to get a 5V version myself. I had the opportunity to try one at my last local vape meet and I really loved it!

 

[BardicDruid]

Keep reading, and it's 510 not 501, that's why I suggested the library. I use standard 801 atomizers and cartridges and usually get about a month out of them, I just run hot water through them about once a week to clean out the build up and let them dry over night.

 

[Alsier]

Wait wait, 808 and 801 are different, or the same? Threading, that makes sense thanks!

I think I'll buy some stuff after I read up on compatibility. There's a thread that comes up on google search, but that I'm not auth'd to view on this forum, and google cached doesn't let me see it either. Bummer, since the sample text looks like it's *precisely* what I'm looking for.

I think I'm starting to get it. Back to re-reading the parts that I'm clearly not getting. Sleep deprivation is wonderful in a job.

Thanks again for the info/tips BardicDruid

 

[Icoth]

As far as tanks go, there are a lot of different types. The Joye brand system uses a proprietary atty and cartridges. A lot of tank systems use the innards of a CE2 carto with some performance enhancements and replace the outside tube with a larger capacity one. Others use modified cartos and encase them in a tank containing liquids.

I drip, so I don't find dripping tedious. A lot of folks do. Before you spend a lot of money on tanks, you might consider trying different cartos, dripping with atties, and get a feel for what you like. Make future purchases based on that experience.

 

[Alsier]

Sounds like a plan, Icoth. Right now I'm having a lot of trouble finding a decent place to buy a few starter 801 atties. A lot of places outright don't carry them, and the few HV ones I've located (per an earlier post) are rated 6v+. Safe to say I'm fairly confused.

Edit: Pretty much found all that I'm looking for, for now. Thank you all so much for the help, I went from total ignorance to decently-informed in the last few hours.

 

[speedemon]

Thanks for all the advice! I'm reading through the library guide you suggested, BardicDruid

WomanOfHeart, I realize this is going to vary based on a few factors, but how long do atty's usually last before burning out? You can pretty much answer in any measurement you please, I'm just looking for a vague ballpark. I'm a fairly light smoker, I don't hit 5 analogs a day even, and I figure I'll probably have roughly that many vaping breaks on any given day.

Speedemon - you're a lifesaver, but I have to ask - how do the cartomizers work in conjunction with the tanks? As in, if I have a tank, it's not something I would want to (or even could) use with a normal atty, correct? I'd need the carto + tank to make that whole system work?

Thanks for the help! Incredibly appreciated, all of you.

The fusions do not need a tank or a atty.If you were that light of smoker you will only need the 801 fusions to satisfy you they hold a decent amount of juice though at 5 volts you might want to carry a small bottle of eliq with to top it off once in a while.I use drip tips on my cartos less heat felt on lips and easy removal.As far as some of the tanks the fusion buts wright up to the bottom of them and hold there well.As far as attys no they don't work in a lot of the tanks,unless you buy one for attys and they are expensive.For cartos make sure the tank says it's for carto use.There is also tanks that work with only ce2 cartos you don't want those.The j-tank,vapomatic,3ml tank will work well nhaler has one also but don't recall the name of it.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

I'll go ahead and throw out my favorite vendor for 801 atties:

IkenVape

Check out VaporEscence and MostAngryIndustries for tanks.

You can buy the Dual Coil Carto Tanks at both places. All you will need is an adapter (801>510, I believe) and you'll be all set. Lots of folks love the dual coils at 5V. They produce incredible taste and vapor!

 

[BardicDruid]

That's the main reason I suggest the library, a ton if info in an organized manner is a lot easier than trying to search your way through the threads. A good place to get 801 stuff is from Heavens Gifts, their in china but in two years I've not had a problem with them. Just remember to select EMS shipping, it's a little more but you have your stuff in about a week. And yes an 808 or better known as KR808 is different than an 801 or better known as DSE801. Even after two years and having tried the 901 and 510 I still use 801 atomizers and cartridges, to me their just easier to use and last longer.

 

[UntamedRose]

Unless something has changed...the GLV will still have a 510 connection, Jay just includes an 801 adapter to with your package.

 

[Alsier]

I was absolutely looking at IkenVape, and will as soon as they're doing shipping again. I'd really like to hop onto the vape-train sooner over later, smoke is starting to really bother my throat and I'm still as addicted as ever, so... ergh. Can't wait for that GLV to arrive, heh.

I'll start out slow, dripping with the 801 HV atty you recommended, and then when I'm confident I have that down I'll look at cartomizers 'n tanks if I feel the need. Icoth really had a point the take it slow recommendation.

Thinkin' I was getting ahead of myself with the tank idea anyways - I mean, dripping doesn't sound so bad. Sounds entirely more versatile on flavor swapping, etc.

Speedemon; that sounds fantastic, I'll definitely order a fusion asap after the 23rd. Thanks for the heads up!

Edit;
UntamedRose; That sounds excellent, I had an inkling that that might be the case when I saw (adapter) on the order, but I was quite confused as to what was being adapted at the time, since I didn't know 801/510 = threads. Thanks for the heads up, I suppose that will seriously open up my options

BardicDruid; The library was a great help, but a lot of it was fairly generalized and in the state I'm in (a day awake, trying to flip sleeping back to night-time since I have no work for a few days), the Q&A method I got here worked better for the immediate need of confirming and locating what I need to buy to get this stuff shipped so I could go to sleep I bookmarked the library pretty fast and I'll go for a swim once I'm rested enough to read it all, heh.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

You'll be just fine. You've made a great choice in your PV and you'll get plenty of support here. Get some rest. We'll still be here for you.

 

[Alsier]

Haha, thank you Next time I have to pull a 14 hour shift on a job, at least I won't be smoking.

Edit;
Final thought - what's your preferred eliquid vendor? @Whoever, really. I just want a few sites to run through that aren't randomly picked off of a list.

 

[UntamedRose]

Cool

BTW you started out with a great mod, the GLVs really are well built. One of my favorite ones personally.


Dont forget to order some batteries and a charger, dont want to get the mod and still not be able to use it. lol