Smoktech Vmax Owners - tips, tricks and quirks

[kurtus]

I second that to what VANJ350 stated! I have vaped on the LT and Provari V2 and by far this is the BEST hard hitting PV out of ALL three IMO!

I'm sure I made the right choice with the second vmax too, I thought long and hard about a provari though I have to admit but that passed quickly

 

[Freddie]

I'm sure I made the right choice with the second vmax too, I thought long and hard about a provari though I have to admit but that passed quickly

VAPNJ350, who is like a brother to me, suggested that I try the VMAX out because I was going to buy the Provari and bro I must admit I made a very good decision! You know it's funny how much knowledge an individual can obtain by surrounding themselves with postive and informative people! I found that in VAPNJ350! EVERTHING and I MEAN EVERTHING he has advised me to do to enhance my vape, I have followed to the T! I can truthfully say that this man would literally go out of his way to help people! The man knows his stuff!

 

[fuzzione]

Yep. Definitely diggin' this thing. Glad I decided to buy it.

Can't say we're suprised to hear that

 

[fuzzione]

Boy, am I impressed! I have 22 other VV APVs, so I'm not a newbie to more sophisticated and powerful devices. After one day with the Vmax V2, I want to chime in with most others on this thread and agree that it provides a superior vaping experience compared to just about any other PV I own.

I feared that I might be put off by the menu system, but it's fine. I'm big on knowing the true resistance of my atties/cartos, and being able to set the LED to display resistance with each hit suits me perfectly.

So far, I haven't felt any need to set the voltage higher than 3.3v, despite trying a bunch of different carto types and resistances---Boge and Smoktech single-coil LRs at 1.8-2.2 ohms, IKV and Smoktech single-coil SRs (2.5 ohms), Boge SRs (3.0 ohms), ultimate CE2 clearos and X7 Micromizers from 2.5-3.0 ohms, and even SmokTech 1.5 ohm dual coils. Alone or in tanks, the Vmax doesn't care. It drives all these cartos beautifully with full, powerful hits, plentiful vapor, and terrific flavor. I'm impressed.

Will the Vmax replace my 5v regulated bottom-feeder with an HH357 3.0 ohm atty? Probably not, but that's perfectly OK. It might, however, make using many of my other VVs a bit less satisfying, however. I'm not suggesting that the Vmax vape is twice as good as my other VVs. No, that would be over-the-top and untrue. Just enthusiastic hyperbole. But it is accurate and truthful to say that the Vmax vape is often noticeably better---maybe 10%, if I were to put a generalized number on it.

At this level of vaping, 10% more satisfaction counts as a meaningful improvement on the technology.

The next questions will be about how well the Vmax holds up over time---in three inter-related ways: in the performance of the unit, in my continuing enjoyment of the vape quality, and in the mechanical/electrical durability of the device itself. No way to know the answers to those questions today. Time will tell.

It is also a stellar performer with the Smok 2.5ohm DC's (assuming you get a good one). At 5 volts it is pretty near the best vape I have yet experienced (in a tank setup). Didn't think I'd ever use that much of its power but in this configuration it really does shine driving each of those 5ohm coils. The problem is getting consistency out of those particular cartos but again, if you get a good one it is unbelievable. Worth the cost of a 5-pak for experimental purposes and to see what the vmax can do. For me the ST DC's at 2.5ohm provided a better vape than their lower resistance counterparts.

 

[fuzzione]

For those interested in rebuildably atty's see my post #527 on the DID thread; the MiniDID is about to break cover...I've seen the prototype via skype and it's fabulous.

It's going to look awesome on the vmax and I can't wait for this RBA to launch (very soon).

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/euro-suppliers/296166-new-genesis-type-atomizer-did-53.html

 

[kurtus]

For those interested in rebuildably atty's see my post #527 on the DID thread; the MiniDID is about to break cover...I've seen the prototype via skype and it's fabulous.

It's going to look awesome on the vmax and I can't wait for this RBA to launch (very soon).

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/euro-suppliers/296166-new-genesis-type-atomizer-did-53.html

Thats cool.....yoo small for me though, I like em girthy and full of juice

Whats the scoop on the burnin coils?

 

[fuzzione]

Got some more tutelage from those more experienced and I'm ready to have at it again. Just waiting for some more Kanthal to arrive. I'm off in a couple of hours to a lakeside retreat so I won't have the DID with me but when I get into town again my mailbox will be full of vape mail and I'll have another go then. Part of the problem appears to be that I allowed the wick to touch the bottom of the tank (not recommended but few if any vids tell you that).

I'll be getting the mini for sure as I like both the larger and smaller setups for changing flavours. The mini DID will also fit on an ego style battery.

 

[billherbst]

It is also a stellar performer with the Smok 2.5ohm DC's (assuming you get a good one). At 5 volts it is pretty near the best vape I have yet experienced (in a tank setup). Didn't think I'd ever use that much of its power but in this configuration it really does shine driving each of those 5ohm coils. The problem is getting consistency out of those particular cartos but again, if you get a good one it is unbelievable. Worth the cost of a 5-pak for experimental purposes and to see what the vmax can do. For me the ST DC's at 2.5ohm provided a better vape than their lower resistance counterparts.

fuzzi,

I've got a pack of 2.5 DCs in the atty/carto cabinet. A couple packs of 2.0s, and way too many 1.5s that I don't use much anymore, what with higher voltage taking over my vaping. I've also got lots of tanks in a drawer (I bought too many and made way too many more, LOL).

I'm vaping a SmokTech 2.5 ohm single coil in a 5ml carto tank on the Vmax right now (NLV Gold). Only 3.3 volts, but that's all it needs. I'll set up a 2.5 ohm DC in a tank later this afternoon and see how high the voltage wants to go. It's like a new world, having to completely re-think voltages with the Vmax. 3.3 volts used to mean Joye regulated eGo batts (which I never used, by the way---oh, I have a bunch of eGo clones, but none regulated to 3.3v). Now with the Vmax, 3.3 or 4 or 5 volts means something completely different.

 

[fuzzione]

fuzzi,

I've got a pack of 2.5 DCs in the atty/carto cabinet. A couple packs of 2.0s, and way too many 1.5s that I don't use much anymore, what with higher voltage taking over my vaping. I've also got lots of tanks in a drawer (I bought too many and made way too many more, LOL).

I'm vaping a SmokTech 2.5 ohm single coil in a 5ml carto tank on the Vmax right now (NLV Gold). Only 3.3 volts, but that's all it needs. I'll set up a 2.5 ohm DC in a tank later this afternoon and see how high the voltage wants to go. It's like a new world, having to completely re-think voltages with the Vmax. 3.3 volts used to mean Joye regulated eGo batts (which I never used, by the way---oh, I have a bunch of eGo clones, but none regulated to 3.3v). Now with the Vmax, 3.3 or 4 or 5 volts means something completely different.

You sound like a true enthusiast bud, my compliments! You'll have the feel of the new vmax voltages down in no time.
Yes, I would highly recommend you give the 2.5DC a go with the vmax. Depending on the juice, around 5ish is my sweet spot. Again, what irks me about these cartos is how inconsistent they are. I've experienced everything from BS to bleh to meh to OMG with them depending on the QC of the filler material, which can range dramatically even in the same 5-pack. I've had only 2 of the last 7 do it right. But when you get a good one going believe me you'll know it. Just don't give up if at first you don't succeed with them. They're a bit too much hassle for me overall because of the inconsistency but the vmax/ 2.5DC combo absolutely shines when the moon is in the right spot and the stars align properly.

 

[Freddie]

fuzzi,

I've got a pack of 2.5 DCs in the atty/carto cabinet. A couple packs of 2.0s, and way too many 1.5s that I don't use much anymore, what with higher voltage taking over my vaping. I've also got lots of tanks in a drawer (I bought too many and made way too many more, LOL).

I'm vaping a SmokTech 2.5 ohm single coil in a 5ml carto tank on the Vmax right now (NLV Gold). Only 3.3 volts, but that's all it needs. I'll set up a 2.5 ohm DC in a tank later this afternoon and see how high the voltage wants to go. It's like a new world, having to completely re-think voltages with the Vmax. 3.3 volts used to mean Joye regulated eGo batts (which I never used, by the way---oh, I have a bunch of eGo clones, but none regulated to 3.3v). Now with the Vmax, 3.3 or 4 or 5 volts means something completely different.

Just remember when using DUAL COIL.cartos, you will lessen the battery life on the VMAX and that actually goes for ANY PV!

 

[kurtus]

Got some more tutelage from those more experienced and I'm ready to have at it again. Just waiting for some more Kanthal to arrive. I'm off in a couple of hours to a lakeside retreat so I won't have the DID with me but when I get into town again my mailbox will be full of vape mail and I'll have another go then. Part of the problem appears to be that I allowed the wick to touch the bottom of the tank (not recommended but few if any vids tell you that).

I'll be getting the mini for sure as I like both the larger and smaller setups for changing flavours. The mini DID will also fit on an ego style battery.

So where the heck did you find that kanthal, I am going to be notified first when the infamous eBay seller gets is in stock but I want to get a jump on it if u know of another source? Great tip on the mesh touching the bottom of the tank cause I know base on logic I would have done that. Pm me on that kanthal if u can help, thx and enjoy your retreat bud!!

 

[kurtus]

Just remember when using DUAL COIL.cartos, you will lessen the battery life on the VMAX and that actually goes for ANY PV!

And go through juice twice as fast, I have given up on them because of this reason, juice can get pricey quick and I like to get the most I can even if I loose a little flav using Xl 3ohm boges at 4v, that's my sweet spot for now until I get me my rebuildables.

 

[Freddie]

And go through juice twice as fast, I have given up on them because of this reason, juice can get pricey quick and I like to get the most I can even if I loose a little flav using Xl 3ohm boges at 4v, that's my sweet spot for now until I get me my rebuildables.

That is TRUE bro, but that is why VAPNJ350 and I RECOMMEND using the BOGE 801 Fusions so you won't lose the flavor of your juices! The Fusions have a better draw to them and just the right amount of filler in them, where as the BOGE 510's have a tighter draw and in OUR opinion have a little too much filler and takes longer to wick!

 

[eyebedam]

So would any of you vmax owners mind posting pics of your units? I'm really interested in
The chrome version & would like to see the blue Led if possible

 

[kurtus]

So would any of you vmax owners mind posting pics of your units? I'm really interested in
The chrome version & would like to see the blue Led if possible

Well I could but that would get me banned in a hurry lol
Ask Freddie to add you to the vmax group and there are a bunch of pictures in there, also go back a few pages and you will see the one and only vmax blue bad boy..not available for sale unfortunately

 

[eyebedam]

I left tge door wide open for that 1 lol. I'm debating between a Provari, VMax or chrome l-tube. Just looking for something a little more stout than the ego twist.

 

[kurtus]

That is TRUE bro, but that is why VAPNJ350 and I RECOMMEND using the BOGE 801 Fusions so you won't lose the flavor of your juices! The Fusions have a better draw to them and just the right amount of filler in them, where as the BOGE 510's have a tighter draw and in OUR opinion have a little too much filler and takes longer to wick!

Well that's where I'm headed when I run out, are they available in standard and Xl?

 

[kurtus]

I left tge door wide open for that 1 lol. I'm debating between a Provari, VMax or chrome l-tube. Just looking for something a little more stout than the ego twist.

I think for the money the vmax or iTube is a great purchase to start cause it offers more power than any other vv device than I'm aware of plus all the features of a provari. Just get one and you will be a happy camper I promise, I just got a stainless vmax that is slick looking in the pictures of it, 95 shipped to my door, not happening with a provari

 

[eyebedam]

For the 95.00 shipped did that include batteries & charger or will I need to pick those up seperatly?

 

[kurtus]

For the 95.00 shipped did that include batteries & charger or will I need to pick those up seperatly?

No it's not available as a kit however, crystal clear vaping just had a sale on with batts included so if you wait till the right mmoment deals come around. Maybe others can chime in here with their findings?