Protank2 problems

[MN_Mike]

I bought a full size Protank2 and I'm starting to hate it already. I have a mini protank2 and a mini protank3 and really like both of them. I bought a full size Protank2 and can't get it to work right at all. I'm using the 1.8ohm coils that came with it. The vapor production is downright terrible, the taste isn't much better. Should I just huck it in the garbage and call it a loss or is there a way to make it function the way I want it to? I've gone up and down through the voltage and wattage and it just blows all the way through. I'm pretty bummed out, I paid 18 bucks for the thing and I'm feeling like I've been taken for a ride.

 

[MrsMojoRisin]

I felt airflow was the biggest problem with my Protank 2, I just bought it to replace my mini PT2 my husband broke I use it as my stealth vaper. As a quick fix I swapped the base for my mini 2 base, looks dumb it'll do the trick until the Kanger Aerotank base with adjustable airflow comes in the mail. Cost like $3.50 from Sun-Vapers.

 

[MN_Mike]

I'm thinking of buying a mini Aerotank. I might look into the airflow control for the protank2. For now it's going back in the box and I'm just going back to my minis.

 

[daniboi1977]

Search for protank 2 airflow fix on YouTube. I had horrible airflow on both of mine, and ended up drilling out 2 of the air holes that are just above the threading. I've read people saying that this weakens the threads, and can cause them to break, but I haven't experienced this. It's not "perfect" air, but a big improvement. Personally I use rayon for wick, as I think the flavor is significantly better than cotton or silica, bit everyone has they're own opinion on that.

 

[englishmick]

I've got full size PT2's and minis. I do know you can get a much better vape if you make your own coils and wicks. There are lots of threads here about it, and lots of youtube videos showing you how. It's fairly easy to do. I would try that before you give up on the PT2.

One other thing. The regular prebuilt coils seem to have quality control issues. A lot of people have reported getting bad batches of coils.

 

[englishmick]

I forgot about airflow. As someone mentioned above, get an airflow control base. Made a huge difference for me.

 

[MrsMojoRisin]

Here's the link to the base I ordered, I also rebuild my coils but my quick fix has worked pretty well. As well as my mini PT2 did anyway.


Kanger Upgraded Stainless Steel Original Aerotank Base.

 

[MN_Mike]

I'm not experienced in building my own coils and wicks or drill holes, and call me lazy...but I really don't want to do it either. I'm totally happy with my minis and get the vape I want to out of them. So the Protank2 wasn't my thing, oh well. I'm out 18 bucks, but it's a lesson learned I guess.

 

[Frenchfry1942]

I had PT2s as my starters. I quickly got airflow controllers. But, I tried a Nautilus and was hooked. They have a different coil (BVC), but very good step up.

I still use my Nauties, but, I wanted more and got a Kayfun. I practiced making coils and getting the tools for rebuilding. In the end, the rebuildables are more flexible, but only about 5-10% better flavor.

I bet the Nautiluses would work real well in comparison to the Protanks. Give one a shot.

Such a great hobby!

 

[GinnyTx]

drill out the air holes and get a air flow control valve base and you'll like it way more.

I outgrew mine they taste too burny on my iStick but they still kick out some vapor (have one on a Innokin vv)

 

[HDMontana]

Yep, some kanger air flow replacement bases did the trick for me. I tried drilling the holes out on the stock bases, but they always seemed to thread on so that the airflow was still constricted.

HD

 

[mac63]

The airflow control is a must for the PT2 & 3
I have one on all of mine - every time I buy an extra tank I also get a AFC for it.

 

[Kenneth38]

Airflow is the feature of PT2, if you don't like the style, you can change one without airflow control.

 

[Maiar]

Are you sure it came with 1.8's? I prefer those as well, but both of mine came with like 2.2's that read as 2.5's. I haven't had any problems with them at all but I'm thinking of picking up airflow controls for them when I'm at the BnM later today.

 

[runamok]

My pro 2 is okay for vape but the tip keeps falling off. I'm looking for a thicker o-ring. I'm also looking for a mini pro with the one piece tip, waiting for my approval so I can get into the classifieds .

 

[VapinWolf]

I messed up and got a v1 airflow base off ebay, three tiny holes. I drilled all three and OMG deep lung hit paradise. More air than my kayfun could dream of. I also remove one flavor wick from factory PT anything heads.

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