Hi. I got my first ecig last Thurs ( egoC 1000 mah) - had a play Thurs night & on Fri morning - usually PAD smoker & was totally freaked out by lunch time cos I'd only had 2 smokes!! I've only had 3 since then, last one on Monday which I put out after 3 drags cos it was awful!! BUT... I'm getting almost nothing from vaping! Almost no taste at all, minimal vapour, and now the Nic cravings are driving me nuts but I don't want an analogue because they do nothing either! I bought the ecig with the intention of getting used to it & finding the right flavours etc before I tried to quit smoking, but it's turned me off smoking big time but Im not getting any relief from the ecig either! I've got 24mg and 18mg Dekang juices. I bought some doublers locally & I'm waiting for some Nic to arrive to mix with them- I was so desperate for some taste I tried straight doubler before- couldn't even taste that! I haven't really tasted anything from vaping except a very slight " mmm can I smell ...." with the first puff or 2 in the morning but that's it. Please help!!
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hmmm, take the clearomizer off the battery. Look down into the battery and see if there is fluid pooled there. Clean it with a q-tip really well. Sometimes if the clearomizer has been overfilled it'll pool on top of the battery and cause poor vapor.
What kind of top piece (atomizer) are you using? You could get a better atomizer. You might, also, want to look something in the department of a variable voltage battery. If you like your ego battery size, you could get an ego twist/ Vision s[inner/ Smoktech winder. If you want more power, you an research some of the APV mods. Also, menthol flavors tend to give a more satisfying hit. You might also consider Boba's Bounty, from Alien Visions. I've had good progress with it in between vaping my cheap liquid. I also might suggest trying some flavors from Mount Vapor Baker. I'm going to be getting a few from them next week, as they come highly recommended, and their prices are excellent. You can get a large variety, and quantity, without breaking the bank.
I'm using the cartridges that came with the Ego C. A couple of times I've had a burnt taste that I've read about in the forums but usually just nothing really. I keep hearing about all these great flavours but I can't taste anything. 
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when you burn a cartomizer it doesnt hold the flavor as well any more. Same with a Clearomizer really. I would suggest a new clearomizer or carto tank and have someone at the shop show you how to fill it or watch a youtube video on filling them. It is really easy, but if not done right can cause poor flavor and vapor production.
Also on a side note you really should try other flavors other than dekang. Get sample packs till you find a juice maker you are happy with and has flavors you like. Also 24mg is high on nic...I was 2 packs a day and quit with 18 mg on day one. The amount you vape will matter more than the mg. If you vape alot I would suggest trying a lower nic...and if you start to feel a rise in your heartbeat when vaping, or start getting headaches lower your nic level. I have not smoked for 6 months and I'm at 6mg nic right now....I vape like a freight train so I had to lower my levels but I still get my nic fix just fine.
First off welcome
2nd http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/ecf-library/337017-inhalation-technique-e-cigarette.html
3rd The ECF Library <- read the stickies
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5th get some good CE4S's or vivi mini nova clearomizers (these are serviceable "you can rebuild them at the very least swap out the coils) from fasttech or other chinese resellers (or some kanger protank bottom coil clearomizers)
Good luck...don't hork down on the clearomizer either, it can crush the gasket in the 510 connector shorting out your battery, gently snug it down...the charger too
2nd http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/ecf-library/337017-inhalation-technique-e-cigarette.html
3rd The ECF Library <- read the stickies
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5th get some good CE4S's or vivi mini nova clearomizers (these are serviceable "you can rebuild them at the very least swap out the coils) from fasttech or other chinese resellers (or some kanger protank bottom coil clearomizers)
Good luck...don't hork down on the clearomizer either, it can crush the gasket in the 510 connector shorting out your battery, gently snug it down...the charger too
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I'm using the cartridges that came with the Ego C. A couple of times I've had a burnt taste that I've read about in the forums but usually just nothing really. I keep hearing about all these great flavours but I can't taste anything.
Could you provide a link? A picture? A name of your topper?
Without that information it's very hard to diagnose your problem.
Oh, and welcome to ECF!
Many thanks for the replies. I was hoping not to spend any more on this before payday but might have to! I've got a stack of doublers from Vapeking to try just waiting for Nic from OS to arrive so I can mix them up. If I could only sell that carton of PJ gold I bought (minus 5 smokes) before my Ego arrived I could afford plenty of goodies!!!
If I buy this:
1 x Vision Mini Nova Clearomizer Tube
3 x Replacement Coils ( 1 x 1.8 Ohm , 1 x 2.4Ohm , 1x 2.8 Ohm)
1 x Delrin Drip Tip- will it just screw onto my battery?? Do I need anything else? Atomizer/heads?? Cheers
1 x Vision Mini Nova Clearomizer Tube
3 x Replacement Coils ( 1 x 1.8 Ohm , 1 x 2.4Ohm , 1x 2.8 Ohm)
1 x Delrin Drip Tip- will it just screw onto my battery?? Do I need anything else? Atomizer/heads?? Cheers
It will. But make sure it is a Vision ViVi Nova--Smoktech and other ViVis are not very good.
That said, my personal preference and recommendation would be to get at least one of the Kanger BCC clearomizers (and extra coils): T3S, eVod or ProTank Mini 2 (pyrex glass). I like them better than the Novas--but that is just my personal preference. I like the look, the ease of use and the esthetics of the Kangers better. They will all work and fit your eGo battery.
Good luck and happy vaping!
Geez... That's insane.
OK, I'm not trying to talk you out of ViVi Novas--you may like them. A lot of people do. I just recommend what works for me... Maybe you should try a Nova in the future. Try as many toppers as you can. This whole vaping business is all about trial and error, you know.
Having said that, there are a few things you need to remember when using a T3 or an eVod or a ProTank (in addition to keeping the coils clean and replacing them when needed--I just soak them in PGA; but any cheap strong vodka will do):
1) Make sure that the atomizer coil is screwed into the base tightly--every time you refill; they often come not fully tightened from the manufacturer, or may have gotten loose through repeated refills.
2) Look at all the inner seals and gaskets to make sure they haven't become dislodged.
3) Make sure that you screw the tank into its base tightly. If it's not tight, it will leak.
4) When you screw your clearomizer into your battery, do not overtighten--screw it in only until it makes contact--no farther, or you may push the center post in too deep and cause all kinds of problems, including leaking. When the draw becomes tight or the taste and vapor production begin to diminish, replace the coil. This will happen sooner (even as soon as one day of heavy use) if you're using dark, viscous, or very sweet juices. The old coil can be cleaned and dry burned.
5) Make sure you're not getting any juice in the center tube when you're filling--this will cause your eVod to leak like a sieve. If some juice gets into the tube, close the top cap, place a tissue under your tank and blow gently through the clearomizer to get rid of any excess eliquid. Also, extra condensation inside the tank may, on some occasions, drip back into the center tube. Wipe your mouthpiece dry with a q-tip or a tissue when you refill (or more often when/if needed).
6) Take an occasional "primer puff" (a slow draw without activating the battery) when you vape. It helps move the juice into the coil chamber and removes any air bubbles that sometimes form in the tank and may cause gurgling or impede proper wicking.
7) Take slow long draws rather than sharp and quick ones like we used to do while smoking cigarettes.
and last but not least
8) Do not remove any flavor wicks if you're experiencing any leaking or flooding. Those wicks are there for a reason. If you feel that you have to remove a wick because your eliquid is particularly thick, do it carefully--one strand at a time.
Wow- thanks for the advice!! It will be very helpful once the Kangers arrive!! I already had an evod on my wishlist so was easy to just go ahead and order some- and I trust your advice. I will definitely try a few different ones. I know I started my first post with a WHINGE but I also want to say even though I want more flavour, and more vapour and even more nic sometimes, I do not want an analogue at all and that is absolutely AMAZING. I have tried everything possible to stop smoking before and suffered horrendous withdrawals every time. I usually lie in bed crying for the first few days and each time I last about 6-12 months before I start smoking again. This time has been like a dream! I've always wished I could just not want to smoke anymore and vaping has done exactly that and far quicker than I could ever have imagined!!
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