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I'm with ya... and tired of Stardusts that want to pre-enjoy my flavors so I only get a part of it. They seem to mute them a lot. Although the V3 I'm using now has redeemed them from my first horrible V2 experience. I'll give them points for convenience, ease of use, and pretty colors..... but for flavor, I find I'm always reaching for the drip attys now. Hoping that when I can add a ViVi Nova to my tool box, I'll have an all-day-tank that I can really enjoy.
Jabs, ROF LOL Just too many possibilities, too many scenarios I can't possibly think of the best one but have you checked for skid marks?
Haha, well that first juice did leave an eerily brownish color in the wick material, so you could say so!
You may want to keep them around, because no matter how angry you get at 'em, you're going to want something for when you get REALLY angry at your rebuildable.
It's a learning curve; frustrating to say the least. But when you finally get it, man oh man.
I'm not ready for that yet, but to help me plan for the (inevitable? lol) future....You may want to keep them around, because no matter how angry you get at 'em, you're going to want something for when you get REALLY angry at your rebuildable.
It's a learning curve; frustrating to say the least. But when you finally get it, man oh man.
What would you suggest to have on hand when starting with rebuildables. I don't want to get my first one and discover I've omitted ordering some important component or supply that I'll need to get going.
Tools? supplies? etc?
And what does one use for cotton wicks? The new Stardust V3s I have seem to have wicks that would easily be replaceable if one was careful and gentle about it.... I'm curious to try cotton after all I've been reading....
I can only speak about genesis-style rebuildables (they're the ones with the stainless mesh wick sticking up out of a tank of juice) - I haven't tried a fibre-wicked one yet.
First thing's first, you're going to want plenty of spares to vape on while working out the kinks in your rebuildable.
Second, the atomizers usually come with everything you need to start vaping, namely stainless steel mesh, kanthal or nichrome wire, and the atomizer components themselves, so no extra purchases are necessary in that respect.
Third, you'll want a butane torch (like a chef's torch) to oxidize your stainless wick. Propane works fine, too--it's what I use. I just keep it turned really low.
Fourth, you'll want a multimeter to test the resistance of the coil.
Fifth, you'll want a long, skinny pokey thing like a syringe needle or a dental pick or something to adjust your coils.
Sixth, you'll want a nice, soft, fluffy pillow duct-taped to the wall at convenient head-bashing height, for when you just can't get rid of that one darn hotspot. (Safety first!)
Seventh, you'll want a Youtube connection open to one of the myriad videos out there on coil setup for genesis-style atomizers.
Eighth, you'll want a lot of patience. I still have bad coil days even after a month of using this thing, but I'm a tinkerer, so I don't mind.
Ninth, you'll want a good stiff drink for when you're finished.
Some of these are optional, and may not be necessary.
Edit: Just thought of something else: You'll need a mind open to the possibility that this may not be the right setup for you.
Have I missed anything? I don't think so, but you never know.
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I use cotton candle wick in my Ody and stainless mesh in my DID clone. I also keep a supply of Stardusts around for *just in case. Once you are able to build that *perfect* coil, there is no turning back.
Mike covered all what is needed including lots of patience until you get it right. I think I lived on YouTube when I first started making coils.
Mike covered all what is needed including lots of patience until you get it right. I think I lived on YouTube when I first started making coils.
Thank you very much Mike... I'm printing that off for future reference. I'll feel very prepared when I take the plunge! lol
Not Iris - so there's no super-special cotton wick for this purpose? Any clean cotton will do? I'm wondering if I were to boil (clean and sterilize) and thoroughly dry 100% undyed cotton yarn... would that be safe? So interesting.....
Not Iris - so there's no super-special cotton wick for this purpose? Any clean cotton will do? I'm wondering if I were to boil (clean and sterilize) and thoroughly dry 100% undyed cotton yarn... would that be safe? So interesting.....
One other thing - You'll probably want some lighter-on-the-nic juice for use in your genesis. I'd transitioned to 12mg strength not long before picking up my DID, and my first time through a tank of 12mg, I got kinda loopy. Now I use 9 in my DID and 12 in my other things.
I seem to recall people in other threads using undyed cotton and bamboo yarn (I spy with my little eye... a PUN!) as wicking material. Long as it stays wet, there shouldn't be issues, I don't think.
Yes, cotton yarn would be safe, but be sure to boil it for at least 15 min to get out the sizing and any other stuff. Some have even used cotton balls with success.
Check out this thread:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/modding-forum/284030-wick-materials-safe-vs-dangerous.html
It is 364 pages long right now, but there is lots of good info.
Check out this thread:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/modding-forum/284030-wick-materials-safe-vs-dangerous.html
It is 364 pages long right now, but there is lots of good info.
Its a RBA. I felt a little guilty in all the excitement from receiving it... Did you get the ZAP yet? My Computer is on the fritz and havnt been on the forum till today.
Now I've got to say sorry Rolli. Well yes my ZAP was released I should receive it tomorrow or Wednesday. What I'm sorry about is that I won a Zenesis Sidewinder on VaporWall. Nah I'm not sorry....happy happy happy
You've got a good eye for word play
thanks for the additional tips!Marvy! I will do! thank you!
You've got a good eye for word play
I love words (always have), am an incorrigible punster, and never need incorrige-ment to play with words.
Seriously, though, even though this thread's kind of wandered off-topic, I'm glad I could help out. Never would've guessed six months ago that I'd be the one dispensing my wisdom to neophyte vapers at this time.
If I may add to this thesis on RBA'ing:
I purchased set of Steel Crochet Hooks and some flat braided wick for candles.
When I checked out and responded the "No its not for my wife it was for myself" it spawned a discussion which led to the conversion (I hope) of a smoker.
I'm looking forward to trying the candle wick which is NOT zinc core and which I boiled in water in a sauce pan for a long time but have been otherwise occupied.
I purchased set of Steel Crochet Hooks and some flat braided wick for candles.
When I checked out and responded the "No its not for my wife it was for myself" it spawned a discussion which led to the conversion (I hope) of a smoker.
I'm looking forward to trying the candle wick which is NOT zinc core and which I boiled in water in a sauce pan for a long time but have been otherwise occupied.
ahhhhh.... clever with the hooks! As I'm heavily into crafts and sewing, I already have some of those little fellas kicking around here. I even have cotton yarn..... so I'm set! But right now, I have more than enough toys to experiment with, so my RBA days will wait. For now, I'm quite content to live vicariously through all of you
I can definately see myself lowering the nic now, getting the headrushes you would get if you didn't have a smoke for an extended period then smoked one quickly. Its like the clouds are soooo much "denser". When I burn it opened up putting drops on it I can actually see the juice drops dissappearing. Im guessing 2-3 drops vaporized in 5-8 seconds. Can't see myself being happy with all the spare cartos in the vape box
Damn you, Rolland. Stop giving me more things to add to my wishlist.
PS Did you end up trying the EVO? I've managed to come to an understanding with mine and it is now a wonderous experience vaping dark chocolate mint in a DC tank.
No, I never did try the EVO, the twists are working out fine till I get the parts together for the mod I want to build.
I figure either buy a provari or build my own, otherwise I'll always be wanting the "next best thing". easier on the wallet this way.
I figure either buy a provari or build my own, otherwise I'll always be wanting the "next best thing". easier on the wallet this way.
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