OP, I too feel the same way. However my main problem w/cartos is the lack of flavor from them. They have throat hit and vapor plenty but the flavor is almost non existent. Kind of weird but they are newer so we shall see if anything changes.ps. I am also a dripper only for 6 months so that would prob have something to do with it.
Not diggin the 510 Cartos ;(
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I twisted the center post on a 'airy' 510 mega carto (almost 3/4 turn) and indeed it did ruin it. I then dissected the unit and cannot understand why this idea would work. There is no reason for it to work. Just my experience.
To fix the airyness, I cut the softcap side condom in half (I use the other condom for filling) and then cut a 'V' on one of the open ends. I then slid it down to cover the gap between the batt and atty. Adjusting the airflow by how much of the 'V' cut is over the gap. Be as acute as you can, the 'V' will open when slid on. Hope this helps.
To fix the airyness, I cut the softcap side condom in half (I use the other condom for filling) and then cut a 'V' on one of the open ends. I then slid it down to cover the gap between the batt and atty. Adjusting the airflow by how much of the 'V' cut is over the gap. Be as acute as you can, the 'V' will open when slid on. Hope this helps.
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No!, Don't turn it you will break it for good. There is a wire going from that center post to the coil and it will twist it and break it.
I had purchased the 510 to KR8 adapter to try out the KR8 cartomizers. I thought they sucked because the draw was so hard. I had put them away for good.
After reading this thread I had to give turning that screw a try and I'll be damned. Whoda thunk...
Thanks guys!
After reading this thread I had to give turning that screw a try and I'll be damned. Whoda thunk...
Thanks guys!
Personally, I think the 510 cartos sucked (air) too! I'll try (yet another mod) cutting one of the caps with a V... WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE??? Invent something decent to hold juice on a 510, that's all it will take!
Yes, I tried it on 3.7 and 5 volts. Yes, I tried turning the screw. (I killed one). I tried the condom method (filling the atomizer end and filling the threaded end).
The best I can find thus far is a regular cartridge with the plug method (cutting cart filler to about 3/8") in an atomizer with the threads removed from the atomizer. Still need to fill frequently! Somewhat, not as bad, inconsistency.
Cartomizers suck air and produced little vapor, th and flavor, as far as I'm concerned...
So, I'm going to go out on a limb...
Have you ever noticed that those who LOVE cartomizers are usually women, or people who where light smokers before vaping???
Yes, I tried it on 3.7 and 5 volts. Yes, I tried turning the screw. (I killed one). I tried the condom method (filling the atomizer end and filling the threaded end).
The best I can find thus far is a regular cartridge with the plug method (cutting cart filler to about 3/8") in an atomizer with the threads removed from the atomizer. Still need to fill frequently! Somewhat, not as bad, inconsistency.
Cartomizers suck air and produced little vapor, th and flavor, as far as I'm concerned...
So, I'm going to go out on a limb...
Have you ever noticed that those who LOVE cartomizers are usually women, or people who where light smokers before vaping???
Umm no, I mean I don't know the ratio, but I don't think it's gender based, nor the level a person use to smoke
Now they are not the only ecigs I use, but I love them for their purpose
(Male, 1.5-2pack LUCKYs) I have seen all the "methods" and the tips/tricks of cartos..shoot I contributed as well.
Not saying that you are wrong about not liking them, but just wanted to make a point
I also hope this thread doesn't progress OT with this topic... maybe a new thread if you are truly curious on the gender/level base of carto users
So you plugged one of the side holes with a tooth pick and it still draws to much air?
Can you please post where you got your cartos from?
The 510 cartos that I got from vaporkings were a little airy coming off the KR808 w/510 adaptor, but I kinda prefer it that way. I was told that 510s (carts & cartos) have a very light draw and that it was normal compared to the KR808 cartos.
I like the 510 cartos, but for certain times only.
I really enjoy the ease of use. They are great when Im walking through an airport. I dont have to stop every few steps and get weird looks as some flight attendant in full uniform drips liquid into some device while standing in the middle of an airport *Yikes* And its great on long drives where dripping is just not smart.
When Im home kicking back, there is something almost ritualistic about dripping. Just relaxes me. Then again, Im kind of an oddball....
Safe Travels,
RIAFlight25
I really enjoy the ease of use. They are great when Im walking through an airport. I dont have to stop every few steps and get weird looks as some flight attendant in full uniform drips liquid into some device while standing in the middle of an airport *Yikes* And its great on long drives where dripping is just not smart.
When Im home kicking back, there is something almost ritualistic about dripping. Just relaxes me. Then again, Im kind of an oddball....
Safe Travels,
RIAFlight25
Thats what I did, I still think too much air but turning the screw did help
So after reading all the pages , I see I should not be turning the screw , after I thought it worked . Maybe I will just stick with the 808 cartos and my adapter.
It's not. (disclaimer: at least not for me!) I've got some nhaler mega 510's and one full turn to the right significantly reduces the airflow to make it a harder, cigarette type draw.
Also, just so we're all on the same page. You can barely see it unfortunately, but it's the best my camera would do.. stupid focus. Right in the center you can see the depression for a standard screwdriver to fit. Obviously turning it TOO much isn't recommended but for me, one full turn to the right does it every time with no adverse effects.
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me too - filled them condom style - mouthpiece end - weak flavor and vapor....
Where'd you get em from, and what voltage are you using?
Also, if filled from the mouthpiece, I've found that the put em in a ziploc and twirl them over your head like you're trying to lasso something gets the liquid down into the bottom of the carto real fast instead of letting it settle normally.
I've packed 35 drops into a blank nhaler mega using this method and the liquid is perfectly in there and the top of the filler is just barely turning slushy like, akin to general cart filling instructions most retailers give. That way I don't have to let them sit for a day to ensure proper distribution. (make sure the end plug is in there though or it'll flood out the battery end.)
Not saying there's not bad carto's out there, but the experiences I've had with the ones I use have been 100% positive. (except for the weak pre-filled flavorings, the 555 left A LOT to be desired)
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Ordered 45 510 cartomizers from EM. .80/ea shipping was fast. These were blank cartomizers, have used 4 (continue to use 4) so far, TV Atomic, TV butterfinger, cignot menthol and VV apple. Yes, the air coming through is much more than the standard set up but i find that the taste,th and vapor is much better than the standard atty/blue foam/drip. filling them condom style, I was impressed how much they held and find that after about a half days use I will fill up the condom 1/2 way and refill until the liquid comes out the battery end. let it sit for 5 minutes, roll it around on the counter and then blow out (lose a little liquid)..put it on standard 510 manual battery, heat up -some drowing/popping noise but after a few short puffs, it is ready to go.
I was tired of dripping every few drags.....but i find i miss playing with the tweezers and blowing out attys..there's no work involved. .80/each was the best $ i could find- even with shipping cheaper than $9/5.
I was tired of dripping every few drags.....but i find i miss playing with the tweezers and blowing out attys..there's no work involved. .80/each was the best $ i could find- even with shipping cheaper than $9/5.
Eastmall is definitely the least expensive I've seen, ends up being around $1/carto with shipping charges if you order around 50 at a time.
Downside is waiting, and they're hard-tipped with glue so the tops aren't easy to get off. Otherwise, cartos are cartos.
I like the soft tip ones from Nhaler, MadVapes has em as well since there's no glue to deal with, pop the tip and throw on a driptip. Good times.
Downside is waiting, and they're hard-tipped with glue so the tops aren't easy to get off. Otherwise, cartos are cartos.
I like the soft tip ones from Nhaler, MadVapes has em as well since there's no glue to deal with, pop the tip and throw on a driptip. Good times.
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