Need help deciding.

[Jason Gordon]

I just bought my first mech mod two days ago. Its a SS Nemisis clone. I like it but I'm vaping an iclear 30 b on top. I would like to get a rda or rba. I like the stillaire its the best matchup and also like the kayfun. The thing is I'm on a tight budget so I don't think I can get either of these clones. Is there something cheaper I can get that works good and looks nice?

 

[Skida]

You've got a price range? You willing to wait for your stuff (e.g. international vendor)?
Yeah mech mods aren't really meant to be used with these kinds of clearos in my opinion, since their voltage range is in the 3.6-3.2 range, the lowest setting on a VV/VW mod.

If you're already familiar with building coils, battery safety/limits, and are really strapped for cash, maybe you might try rebuilding the coil in your clearos? If you can get them in the lower 1 ohm range, you might find yourself enjoying your vape more.

 

[TeleBlaster]

I'm considering getting a Nemesis clone, too. How did you come to pick the Nemesis? Which clone did you get? Why did you pick that one? Where did you get it? And were you happy with the service?

Sorry about the 3rd Degree, but I'm thinking of getting a Nemesis clone based on some pretty thin research and I want to make sure I have a good experience.

 

[Skida]

Taifun GT for $19.65.
Igo-L for $7.14.
Kraken Genesis for 12.92
at Fasttech

Can't post links sorry.

 

[Skida]

Nemesis Clone seems to be pretty much the go to first mech mod. Everyone who collects probably has at least one, and it was probably their first or one of their first. You can find those too at FT. Shipping is slow (10-14 days avg), but I don't think you can beat the prices.
The Nemmy clone is 24.63 at FT.

But if you could find them under $30 locally, I would probably get them locally, just because i couldn't wait. Not an option for me here in Korea, where everything is 2 or 3 times more expensive. (I've seen some $25 clones jump over $100 locally)

 

[klynnn]

Bit of a wait to get but I like mine. https://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10006473/1662502-kayfun-lite-styled-rebuildable-atomizer-4-5ml

 

[Vaslovik]

Once you venture into mechs you are pretty much headed into RBA territory. Clearos aren't really intended or designed for use on a mech, nor are Kanger Protanks, I found out by using one on my first mech. The coils fry pretty quick on a mech. Depending on your preferences there is a large assortment of RBA's out there with different wicking and coiling options. Some use silica or cotton as the wicking material, others use stainless steel mesh, which is my personal favorite. Some find making SS mesh wicks difficult others do not. I made up 24 mesh wicks this morning out of boredom.

Silica and cotton might prove more your thing and there are a great many videos on YouTube on how to work with those. I've had very good luck with the RSST, which is a genesis RBA designed for use with a mesh wick, it's inexpensive and very easy to set up. It also has many nice features and is very well designed providing excellent flavor and vapor. I'd advise you to steer clear of the AGA-T2, which was my first RBA. It's a cantankerous device and not much fun to work with or use. I'm sure many will recommend the Kayfuns to you, and I can't speak to that having not used one. Many others will do their best to recruit you into the ranks of the dripping fanatics.

It's up to you, look around and do your homework. Get the means to check the ohms of your build first, and make sure you have the right batteries.

 

[Skida]

It's up to you, look around and do your homework. Get the means to check the ohms of your build first, and make sure you have the right batteries.

This! Make sure you test your ohms on everything BEFORE you place them on your mods. And don't try anything near sub-ohm until you know what your battery's continuous discharge current capacity is, and whether its enough for that coil. Hopefully you already know all this stuff, in which case, please disregard.

 

[Dumas Mesuri]

This! Make sure you test your ohms on everything BEFORE you place them on your mods. And don't try anything near sub-ohm until you know what your battery's continuous discharge current capacity is, and whether its enough for that coil. Hopefully you already know all this stuff, in which case, please disregard.

It's actually pulse discharge current we're looking for. Anything under 30 seconds is considered a pulse.

 

[Mofastermo]

I just bought my first mech mod two days ago. Its a SS Nemisis clone. I like it but I'm vaping an iclear 30 b on top. I would like to get a rda or rba. I like the stillaire its the best matchup and also like the kayfun. The thing is I'm on a tight budget so I don't think I can get either of these clones. Is there something cheaper I can get that works good and looks nice?

I use a SS/gold Nemisis and The Kayfun clone is worth the wait, you can take it anywhere. For dripping at home I always fall back to my IGO-w, its great single or dual coil. (everyone should own one of these)

 

[Jscheiben]

On both my nemesis and maraxus clones I use a kayfun for out and about and my drippers(patriot/trident) when i'm home. The kayfun seems to be one of the most common first rba's people grab. That being said I found learning to build on a dripper was easier as they have a larger area to work on compared to the kayfun.

 

[Skida]

It's actually pulse discharge current we're looking for. Anything under 30 seconds is considered a pulse.

Yeah, but I like to play it safe. Pulse(or max/peak) discharge is normally fine to go by, but going by continuous discharge, you'll still be safe even if you forget to lock your button and it's left in your pocket continuously firing (which is a definite possibility).

 

[K_Tech]

I am running an Origen clone on a Nemesis "copy" (It's got its own, non-Atmomixani logos).

The Origen really looks, to me, like it was made to sit on the Nemesis, and it's really a nice RDA.

 

[Jason Gordon]

Thanks everybody for the good input. I think im gonna start with a kayfun clone. I can test my ohms on my mvp2. I picked up my nemesis clone at local vape shop. The owner told me it was a good one and that i would like it. He sold me clone for $39 and $15 for tank. He hooked me up with free trustfire 18650 2400mah battery and single unit quick charger. I like it a lot, i just cant wait to use it to its full potential.

 

[Jason Gordon]

I ended up getting a kayfun knockoff called the Rocket. Its ss and it sits flush on my nemesis clone. Whaddya all think? Anybody heard of the rocket? Have any tips for me.