Getting really frustrated...need help please

[jaysix]

Sorry to be a pain, but I am beyond frustrated. I am using ego-t 1300mah batteries with the ce5 style clearomizers. At first the flavor was great using mount baker ejuice, now not so much. I have 1.8ohm heads and 2.4ohm heads. I decided to give them a good cleaning 2 days ago and ever since they are not very pleasant. I took them apart, soaked them in vodka, rinsed them and let them dry. I then put them back together and the taste just wasn't there like before so I took the drip tips off, rinsed them out and dry burned them thinking that maybe the coils had some build up on them. Refilled and still tasted like crap on top of a burnt taste. Tonight I took them all apart once again, changed out all the heads and wicks for brand new ones and it still tastes like crap. I have no idea what I did wrong or what happened but the taste is just not there anymore with either of the ohms. Almost tastes burnt still. I did leave the caps off of my e-juice in the cupboard to steep them like I've seen people post but I'm not sure if that would be a problem. Any help would be greatly, greatly appreciated. I really want to get some Vision Vivi Novas but do not want to waste any more money than I have already if I can't figure out what the problem is.

Thanks
Jason

 

[tyancey00]

Just buy a t-3 and some extra coils. About 10 bucks and problems solved...

 

[darkhood]

I had the same problem w/ my ce4's, I think it's because they're intended to be disposable. Vivi Nova's are much better imo.

 

[jazon1]

i avoid alcohol when cleaning atty all it does is bleach and dry out whats stuck in the wick it does not remove the larger particles from the flavorings, i suggest just boiling the "head" for 5 minutes then dry burning like 5-6 times each for a few seconds and then a final rinse and drying.

 

[jxc0175]

Did it always taste burnt or was the flavor muted before you cleaned the clearomizer?

 

[jaysix]

Never tasted burnt or muted until after I cleaned everything. Its almost like you can taste the wick itself if that makes any sense.

 

[Baditude]

I stopped using clearomizers months ago. They are expensive, very inconsistant, often mute flavors, and sometimes leak. Not to mention that certain flavors will cause them to crack or melt. I didn't have a much better experience with the Vivi Nova tanks, either. My opinion only, any string-wicked delivery device is going to disappoint me.

I recommend trying a cartotank. Instead of just two string wicks attempting to bring juice (flavor) to the heating coil, a cartomizer's heating coil is surrounded by polyfil fiber soaked with juice (flavor). Using one with punched holes in it allows the use of a tank, which keeps the polyfill drenched in juice and resupplies it each time you take a vape.

I've written a series of six articles for beginning vapors, many which are on cartomizers and cartotanks. I invite you to take a look at these and to consider trying a cartotank. I've been using them for several months and they are much better than the above delivery devices.

E-Cigarette Forum - Baditude - Blogs

 

[klynnn]

I haven't used the ce5 because of the problems with the ce4. You should only have to change heads after several refills. A dryburn is only needed if the coils are gunked up. It's something you only do every day or two if you have a dark or thick sweet juice. What type juice are you using and what type battery

 

[jxc0175]

I stopped using clearomizers months ago. They are expensive, very inconsistant, often mute flavors, and sometimes leak. Not to mention that certain flavors will cause them to crack or melt. I didn't have a much better experience with the Vivi Nova tanks, either. My opinion only, any string-wicked delivery device is going to disappoint me.

I recommend trying a cartotank. Instead of just two string wicks attempting to bring juice (flavor) to the heating coil, a cartomizer's heating coil is surrounded by polyfil fiber soaked with juice (flavor). Using one with punched holes in it allows the use of a tank, which keeps the polyfill drenched in juice and resupplies it each time you take a vape.

I've written a series of six articles for beginning vapors, many which are on cartomizers and cartotanks. I invite you to take a look at these and to consider trying a cartotank. I've been using them for several months and they are much better than the above delivery devices.

E-Cigarette Forum - Baditude - Blogs

I prefer carto tanks too. If you are heart set on wick tanks you may want to look into the Kanger Pro tank. The wick feeds at the bottom, which I think is a better design. It doesn't leak and you can change the wicks when needed.

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[Talyon]

Thanx Bad u convinced me, gonna order some in da morning. I'll search around for something to go with my Vamo. Sorry to interrupt thread.

 

[jazon1]

+1 for a carto tank set up,anything with a wick turns into a pain after a few days.

 

[jaysix]

Ok, I am convinced to try the carto and tank set up..What is the best kind to use with the ego batteries? Single or dual coil? Also, how long does a carto last before you need to replace it so I know how many to order..Once again sorry for all of the questions. I love vaping and have not bought a pack of smokes in almost 3 weeks so it is definitely working for me.

 

[jxc0175]

I like single coil myself. I use Phiniac tanks mostly. Since you are just starting out you may want to buy an IBtanked tank first, because they cost a lot less. That way you can make sure you like carto tanks.

 

[jazon1]

single coil 1.5-2.5 ohms would probably be best for your ego battery's.

 

[DavidOck]

For a first tank you might want to try an Artemas tank.

 

[Baditude]

Ok, I am convinced to try the carto and tank set up..What is the best kind to use with the ego batteries? Single or dual coil? Also, how long does a carto last before you need to replace it so I know how many to order..Once again sorry for all of the questions. I love vaping and have not bought a pack of smokes in almost 3 weeks so it is definitely working for me.

For pyrex I recommend IBTanked 19mm diameter tanks IBTanked - Get Tanked With Us! or the new Skinny Phinny's by Phiniac The Skinny Phinny - Phiniac Glass .

For polypropylene I recommend the DCT tanks at My Vapor Store 510 Pro DCTank Combo

I've seen mixed reviews of the Artemis tanks in the tank forum. Buyer beware.

Expect a carto to last 1-3 weeks in a tank. You'll know when to change the carto when the pull becomes stiff and the flavor starts tasting bad. Thick and dark juices will last a shorter amount of time.

All the other questions you asked are answered in my blog articles 1-6 which I already gave you the link earlier. Congrats on the not smoking!

 

[Kanj.nguyen]

How long have you been vaping, and at what nic level?

Im kinda surprised nobody mentioned vapers tongue

 

[b_1620]

I also started with clearo's and quickly switched to carto's. After deciding I liked carto's much more I got some tanks. I agree with Baditude, the IBTanked tanks are very easy to set up and at a nice price. I've only used single coil carto's as I've heard it's easier to burn the filling in a dual coil. The way I understand it the second coil draws liquid from the upper portion of the polyfill which doesn't get much liquid to it when in a tank. Just remember you can always just start with carto's and get a tank later on if you like them.

 

[jxc0175]

How long have you been vaping, and at what nic level?

Im kinda surprised nobody mentioned vapers tongue

That's what I was getting at when I asked him if the flavor was muted before he cleaned it. He said no.

 

[jaysix]

Thank you to everyone that helped me out..ordered some cartos and tanks this morning and hopefully I will never have to go back to these nasty tasting clearomizers. Thanks again!