RBA's on Provari

[wyetterp]

Just wanted to start a thread on rba's on our provari's. I would like to hear what type of set-ups we like & are currently using, or experimenting with.

From my experience, I've found I like 29guage kanthal above any thing else. I use a 4-5 wrap & get around 1.3-1.5ohm. The 29g responds instantly around 4.0-4.2V. I didn't really care much for the 28g on the provari. Seemed a little slow to respond. I had to prehit the button.

So what to you all like?

I really wish provape would give us a provari that would allow .8ohm's & crank the wattage limitation up. Then I wouldn't have to lean on a mechanical for that.

 

[eratikmind]

I am quite interested in this topic, as I want to tinker with RBAs. I have been looking at the AGA T2.

 

[skoot]

I have an AGA T2 that I haven't fired up yet, still getting dialed in with cartotanks. Would love to hear what others are doing though!

 

[Scoop224]

AGA's work great on the provari! I have three set up at the moment and have had my provaris fire a coil at 1.0 ohm successfully. Definitely recommend that you give the rba's a try!

 

[donnah]

I've had a really good experience using mesh rbas on my provaris. I try to get my coils down to at least 1.2 and the vape is great. I can't imagine it being any better if I got a mech and went down to .08.. I may or may not have a mech on the way but if I do get it, I still plan on oxidizing before installing instead of trying to do it by pulsing. I love the protection the provari provides.

I'm using 30g kanthal. When I said I may or may not have a mech coming..I ordered something but have since requested the order be cancelled. If its too late then I'll try it out. If not, I think I may just stick with my provaris. I've spent so much already.

Edit..too late! Just after posting I got the "order shipped" email.

 

[tenshi]

30g kanthal 5/6 wrap (400 or 500 mesh) works great for me if I'm going to use the Provari. Have used the AGA T+ often with this set up for those interested.

 

[Baditude]

I have 2 AGA T2's. I may be an odd ball in the rebuildable world, because I actually prefer using a 2.0 ohm coil on my Provari over a sub-1.0 ohm coil on my Silver Bullet. But perhaps this is because I prefer adjusting my voltage to my flavors and prefer a cooler vape. Not being able to adjust my voltage (like on a mechanical mod) would make me feel like I'm in the stone age of vaping. Lower ohm coils are just too harsh a vapor for me and I believe that it adversely affects the flavor.

I'm using 30g wire. I've been using pre-rolled, lightly oxidized stainless steel 400 mesh from Vapor Kings.

 

[eratikmind]

Thanks for all of the information, everyone. How is the portability with a RBA? Any issues with the unit leaking juice through the wick port.

 

[Baditude]

Thanks for all of the information, everyone. How is the portability with a RBA? Any issues with the unit leaking juice through the wick port.

I have carried my AGA T2 out-and-about with the fill screw in and didn't experience any leaking. However, I've somehow managed to lose the fill screw in both of my AGA's so yes, they will leak without the fill screw. They are now reserved for home use only now.

There is a noticable difference in wicking speed with and without the fill screw in place. A slightly stiffer draw with it in. I did increase the size of the air hole slightly in both of the AGA's caps for a better draw.

PBusardo increased the size of the wick holes in his AGA's, but the pre-rolled wicks I am using are perfect for the default-size hole.

 

[donnah]

I am a big fan of the did. It has a screw on cap so the top cap coming off is one less thing to worry about. I just got home from a road trip to DC and carried my provari with the did in my purse for 2 days. It was slid down in my purse upright but I didn't worry too much about it. No leaking whatsoever and the fill screw was out.

 

[wyetterp]

My ac9 will leak also, if I let it fall over. I still think it's worth it.

I use to love my carto/tanks but since the hole bogegate thing I got really frustrated. Now that I've used rba's I don't really think I can go back. The flavor is so much cleaner. I had to lower my nic level right away.

I have a V2 prov and can't really get it working good below 1.2ohms.

I will say if you haven't tried a rba, give it a shot. They are really satisfying & kind of fun once you learn your way around. Not to mention saving time & money in the long run. I can get 100ft A1 kanthal for $8 & a 12" X 12" sheet of 500 mesh for $20. That will last for a really long time. If you get 400 or 325 its a lot cheaper as well.

 

[wyetterp]

The AGA's & RSST look pretty good, especially considering the cost. I'll probably end up picking up both.

 

[Firestorm]

In addition to my AGA-T2 I really enjoy using my IGO-L on my Provari. I'm using 32g Kanthal on a hybrid SS #500 / 2mm silica wick. With a 5/6 wrap it's at 2.2ohms. Given my beginner experience, I find it easier to set up than my AGA-T2 and the flavor is spectacular. It can leak ever so slightly from the air hole and I would not consider it pocket friendly. It's a pretty simple and inexpensive RBA. It looks real nice on my chrome Provari.

 

[donnah]

When I first tried a genny.. and finally got it set up right, I thought the draw was way too airy and it was too quiet but I loved the pure flavor. Now when I try a carto, it's like sucking a golf ball... and they're so noisy! This DID, coiled at 1.3 vaping at 3.7 is absolutely perfect. With a 50/50 mix, I'm getting huge clouds of vapor

 

[CountSmackula]

Let's see... Cobra, AGA-Ts, AGA-T2s, Chobras (and occasionally a Chid). I have a DID on the way too...

All (except the Chids) are set up w/ #500 mesh & 30ga Kanthal-A1 wrapped at ~1.6Ω (5/6). I'll set the DID up the same way since it seems to be working for me.

The Chids are all set up w/ #400 mesh & 32ga Kanthal-A1 wrapped at ~2.0Ω (5/6). I use them mostly on my Twists.

I keep the fill screws in all of them. No wicking issues & no leaks.

 

[Hello World]

Have a Zap on the Provari. 28ga Kanthal, 4/5 wrap, solid 1/8" wick, 500 ss mesh @ 1.2Ω... it hits instantly, as do other mods. I only vape unflavored on it.

 

[eratikmind]

Well, I'm sold. Have a AGA T2 on its way. Got a roll of 30g Kanthal on ebay for less than $5.00. Took Bad's lead and ordered prerolled 400 mesh from vaporkings.

 

[TattooedSkin]

ZAP using a 5/6 wrap with 32 coming in a 2.7ohms and running it at 5.0v and using a ceramic braided wick!

 

[serenity21899]

I have 2 AGA T2's. I may be an odd ball in the rebuildable world, because I actually prefer using a 2.0 ohm coil on my Provari over a sub-1.0 ohm coil on my Silver Bullet. But perhaps this is because I prefer adjusting my voltage to my flavors and prefer a cooler vape. Not being able to adjust my voltage (like on a mechanical mod) would make me feel like I'm in the stone age of vaping. Lower ohm coils are just too harsh a vapor for me and I believe that it adversely affects the flavor.

I'm using 30g wire. I've been using pre-rolled, lightly oxidized stainless steel 400 mesh from Vapor Kings.

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I have a 2.0Ω coil on my Reo, and would do the same on a Provari because LR is just not my thing. My next purchase will be the AGA-t2. For the price, I think that it is at least trying out.

 

[Baditude]

PBusardo recently did a two part, IN-DEPTH AND DETAILED, review-demonstration on the three AGA T models. The first one is nearly 40 minutes long and the second 50 minutes. I've never seen him devote so much time to a single device before.

Part One: A PBusardo Review - The AGA-T(s) - Part 1 - The Review - YouTube

Part Two: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnuYJeo