I also tested it running in RDA mode, by removing the chimney and glass ...
**Testing / Usage:**
Wow, wow, and MORE wow. Throughout the entire test, it became obvious that the juice flow seemed to be much smoother, and easier to adjust than I had experienced on the Plus v.2. Coupling that with extremely precise machining, plentiful o-rings, and a top shelf fit and finish, this, the third version of the Aromamizer Plus, just plain worked. While the majority of my testing was done using 3.0 mm I.D. coils, you could clearly go MUCH larger if you wanted to. With the ability to add/remove airflow from both the mid, lower, and bottom airflow inlets, I was surprised that I could notice a difference when adding in the bottom airflow. My favorite airflow setting locked in at 3 open mid ports, 5 open lower ports, and open bottom port.
All of the parts were clearly well thought out, designed, and machined, and this became even more obvious when tearing it down for cleaning, as there were no issues re-assembling everything. All moving parts were knurled, o-ringed, or both, and were easy to use. No leaks, squeaks, or rattles, and the tank felt LIKE a tank in the hand. I did test it out in RDA mode, and it worked flawlessly, but the size/weight might make that less appealing to some, but it did work flawlessly. With 12ml of juice capacity, huge juice flow ports, AND the NEW re-designed airflow, there's not much that the Plus v.3 doesn't do, and do well. Having all THREE Plus versions, I was able to directly compare them, and clearly the v.3 is/was the winner. Flavor production was almost OFF the charts, and I preferred it in RDTA/RTA mode vs. RDA mode. Flavor saturation varied from great to intense, depending on the airflow settings, and there were MANY different variations to play with.
**Pros:**
* Top rate machining
* Fit and Finish
* Great o-rings, no leaks
* Very good flavor production
* Keyed internals made for easy assembly
* Improved Juice Flow controls
* Plentiful and customizable airflow
* NEW Bottom Airflow
* Generous 12ml capacity
* Knurling everywhere required
* Large juice fill ports
**Cons:**
* 30mm (large/heavier)
* Full screw cap, not 1/4 or 1/2 turn
* Juice flow MUST be turned off before filling to prevent flooding
* Juice Hog ??
**Conclusion:**
I struggled to come up with Cons for this one, as there just weren't many. Having all three versions of the Plus allowed me to really compare them, and better realize the improvements made, and the Juice Flow Controls, and Bottom Air Flow are the biggest, positive changes bar none. When tearing down for cleaning, there is always a bit of "Ehhhh", as you never know if it will easily go back together or not. SteamCrave keyed some of the internals, making it even easier to do so. Controls were snug but not too stiff, and clearly with 12 o-rings, they thought this one through. I actually had VERY good results using my 3.0mm I.D. / 5.5mm length coils, and am unsure if that could be improved on or not. It worked great in RDA mode, despite being a bigger/heavier one at that. "Tank Mode" was the way to run this one, and filling it up with 12ml of your favorite juice would keep you busy for quite a while.
I had held off on picking this one up, thinking "Ehhh, bottom airflow", but after using it for some extended testing has made me a believer, and that's coming from the guy who has the OTHER two versions. This one, the version 3, IS the one to get. If you do have either previous Plus versions, the decks will ALL be compatible, which is also a bonus. Having held off on purchasing this one, I was glad that Amy from @SteamCrave hit me up, and sent this to me for review. Thanks to her again for that. All in, if you are NOT scared off by the larger 30mm size, and 12ml capacity, you might just want to put this one on your list, as it IS the cream of the crop, in the SteamCrave Aromamizer Plus series by far.
I appreciate you taking, and sharing some of your valuable time in reading this review, and I hope it helps to better showcase what this one, was really about. I think I took MORE pics of this mod, than any OTHER mod I have ever reviewed, so, hehe, I've got a few Bonus pics for your guys. Thanks for reading.
S.D.
**Linkage:**
Aromamizer Plus V3 RDTA,Aromamizer Plus V3 RDTA,
shop.steamcrave.com
**Colors:**
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**Bonus Time:**
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