Looking for the best Mod

[homer2000]

What is everyone's favorite mod for the DSE 901?

From what I have read, voltage makes all the difference. I have seen various models and custom works, but the prices all seem really high.

From I don't know how long each one lasts, and some have great warranties, but I can't bring myself to spend $100 US plus shipping on something that hasn't been in production for more than 9 months.

Soo, with all that said, what is everyone's experience?
Which one to go with?
From who?
How much?

 

[jimmieu]

This site is big as hell. I put a bunch of mods together check out my group. Its hard to find mods I like, so I collect them in that group. Look under Mods or Mo Mods.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/groups/michigan-vapin-4-life.html

Hey I cant find the cigar passthrough mod using a wood dowel for a batt. Has Anyone seen it lately? I think it got deleted. It was a super mod!

 

[DC2]

Are there any mods for better cartridge life, or are all the mods basically for battery power/life?

 

[dedmonwakin]

The best mod is a self made mod. If there is any useful advice to give anyone on these forums, it's DON'T NEGLECT THE MODDERS SECTION OF THIS SITE.

When I first got into vaping, I wanted everything! I didn't care about anyone's recommendations. I know very well, opinions vary and often times, the opinion is not mutual.
So I bought several ecig models at one time, found that they all require different techniques to achieve similar sensations from one to the other. Some required more finagling than I had the patience for.

I was often directed to these commercial mods, but always hesitant on purchasing since I'm not fond of my PV looking like an adult toy.......near my mouth.
Then I decided to explore the modders section of this site.
There are so many tutorials, people willing to help and useful info, that it's rediculous to not take advantage of the resources available to you.

Soon after, I learned that all these mods....were in my ability to do. I could even replicate these commercial mods, since many of them were the back end of a flashlight, cut up BBQ grill lighter, etc.

So, I figured...before I invest money into something that isn't really original to begin with, other than the idea. Let me see if I can do it.

Your own USB passthru, is a good starter...than the Nicostick, very good stepping stone to portable pv's. Maddogs flashlight mod, next step. Thereafter, you should have been inspired enough to envision many possibilities with in your grasp outside of tutorials.

The investment is very minimal, and skill requirement is minimal. All you really need is patience and perseverance.

It pays for itself in the long run. You might spend 30 bucks for tools, supplies, and parts in the beginning...but after that, you can make however many you want at a very low cost.

Imagine only having to buy attys for the model you would like to try. No need to buy an entire kit, unless you want to.

Just my 2 cents. Let the prodigy, screwdriver, and so forth recommendations continue.

 

[wv2win]

If you are not inclined to make it yourself, I would suggest the Screwdriver for the 901 atomizer. When you complain about the price, you forget one very important point. When the batteries only cost $2 instead of $13-$20 for what you are using now, how long do you think it will take before you are saving money?????????

You get what you pay for.

 

[homer2000]

Thanks dedmonwakin,

Great advice. I have been kicking around making my own mod, and as you said, the USB passthru seems to be a logical place to start since the connection housing is already made for me, and I just need to figure out the wiring and battery/battery box.

I agree, the screwdriver can save money with battery purchases, and letting someone else work out the bugs/finer points is attractive, but... where is the adventure in that?

Thanks everyone, lets see what other suggestions I can get.

 

[eturf]

I just got a 510 Nicostick (by Nicowolf) that is excellent. It uses a 3.7v battery but I can't imagine needing any more than this with the 510 atty. It is a juice hog already, with the straw mod for the cart being a necessity so you don't have to drip it every 10 minutes. Unlike other atty models I have (201, 801, 112) the 510s seem fragile (mechanically anyway) so I wouldn't want to push them beyond this voltage anyway.

 

[TnA]

What is everyone's favorite mod for the DSE 901?

From what I have read, voltage makes all the difference. I have seen various models and custom works, but the prices all seem really high.

From I don't know how long each one lasts, and some have great warranties, but I can't bring myself to spend $100 US plus shipping on something that hasn't been in production for more than 9 months.

Soo, with all that said, what is everyone's experience?
Which one to go with?
From who?
How much?

Homer2000, I think dedmonwakin just answered your questions. It sounds like you don't want to pay an exhorbitant price for a fancy looking metal tube mod (ie. Screwdriver, Prodigy, GG).

As far as how long they last, the commercially produced/sold mods themselves should last you a very long time, it is your batteries and atomizers (both considered expendables) that you will end up replacing. You also did not state whether you are happy vaping the DSE-901 at the factory 3.7 volts or whether you are inclined to up your voltage to 5 or 6 volts (which could make a difference in your selection criteria).

So, with all that said....all the mods out there for sale all have great critiques and reviews and very little issues (and what issues have been raised have been resolved by the developer) So for you last questions, that is something you will have to come to a conclusion based upon your own needs, criteria, and checkbook.

 

[ericscott]

What is everyone's favorite mod for the DSE 901?

From what I have read, voltage makes all the difference. I have seen various models and custom works, but the prices all seem really high.

From I don't know how long each one lasts, and some have great warranties, but I can't bring myself to spend $100 US plus shipping on something that hasn't been in production for more than 9 months.

Soo, with all that said, what is everyone's experience?
Which one to go with?
From who?
How much?

For the price you cant beat this mod I should be geting it any day now and I will let every body know how it works but 4 a 6v mod that looks well build at 60$ you cant beat it I got other mods that cost a lot more and cant wait to compare I think it will be right up there with the high dollar ones so check the site out and see what you think theres 2 to chose from.

 

[breakfastchef]

I will weigh in on this conversation by quoting from a post by LastStar a few weeks ago. Though the quote is about the Prodigy, I think it captures some of the primary reasons some vapors abandon the typical e-cig system in a quest for reliability and function.

"The atomizer runs a bit warmer...which I expected. This may consume a bit more liquid...but I'm fine with that...when considering the increase in vapor production. Four months and several hundred dollars later...this is what I've been looking for. Initially, I wanted something that had the look/feel of a "real" cigarette. Now, I simply want something that I'm not constantly charging/changing batteries/struggling with it to get good flavor/vapor. This is it!"

 

[DC2]

Are there any mods for better cartridge life, or are all the mods basically for battery power/life?

So all the mods use regular cartridges and need just as much refilling as regular models?

 

[TnA]

So all the mods use regular cartridges and need just as much refilling as regular models?

Yes. Thus far, all commercially sold mods are battery mods that use factory-made atomizers and cartridges. There are a few modders out there who are modding existing atomizers for direct dripping/auto-feeding but none have come out commercially, YET.

The modders forum is always looking for new ideas/talent. Go in there and do some research/post some useful ideas.

 

[jeffakamax]

FOG LOG - - - $6 to build the mod and the 18650 battery lasts for days!
Search the modders forum.

 

[DC2]

The modders forum is always looking for new ideas/talent. Go in there and do some research/post some useful ideas.

Unless they want to know how to hammer a nail into a piece of wood, I doubt I can offer anything of value. But I sure do love the idea of direct dripping/auto-feeding of juice, and whomever nails that is going to make a freaking bundle.

 

[framitz]

So all the mods use regular cartridges and need just as much refilling as regular models?

I've tried two mods to carts to hold extra juice. The first used a bottle screwed into the side of the atty, all contained poly fill to hold the juice and it worked fairly good. The vape was consistently a little light. The MOD worked, but not good enough. (vaped about 4ml of liquid without refilling)

I haven't posted about the 2nd cart MOD because I've been too busy testing and using the heck out of it.

Parts; BE112 or equivalent atty, 3 empty cartridges, tape or glue, and a tube to hold it all (I had one atty go bad and used that, it is perfect because of the taper).

I cut the bottom off two inner carts and stuffed them lightly with poly fill leaving some sticking out to wick between carts when assembled. Put the carts together end to end so that you create a long cart. I taped the sections together, but now have a hot glue gun and will try that for better sealing. While assembling I made a point of mingling the fibers to ensure wicking. I had to cut about 1 to 2 MM off the open end to get the length just right. I added the straw MOD, a full q-tip type straw, it went from the opening down into the last cart, but not all the way to the bottom.

I assembled the cart 'stick' into the empty tube with the narrow end fitting the mouthpiece and the other end just fits over the open end of the atty and creates a good seal. It doesn't look bad at all, but is very long. (actually I think it looks cool even if it is ridiculous)

I filled it the first time using a needle even though it didn't reach down very far. I injected just over 3ml of juice!

I have vaped, and vaped, and vaped off this thing and have refilled it two or three times. Each refill took over 2ml and the vapor had just started to decrease or was going strong and I just decided to top it off. (the standard cart holds 1.1ml if it's dry or new).

Issues; I found that I need to set it down flat with neither end elevated for the best juice flow. If I forget and hold it with the mouthpiece pointing up it might flood and run juice over my hand due to gravity. Sitting it mouthpiece down is OK, but awkward. Putting it down flat is easiest and seems to keep the perfect prime so when I pick it up it hits like a locomotive out of the gate.. Some condensation occurs in the hollow area so juice can get to the mouth piece once in a while, but it's easily blown and wiped off, again keeping it flat when not in use seems to prevent this.

Sorry to hijack the thread, I'll post more with pictures in a new thread when I try rebuilding it with hot glue.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...2-pen-style-cart-capacity-mod.html#post421031

 

[Diller]

I'm gonna have to go with the Prodigy. It's american made and I love mine! There are others that are great as well, my roommate has a screwdriver, and it rocks. I think the Prodigy, Screwdriver or GG in that order.