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[dud3r]

So here's the deal. Hopefully you guys can help me out. Haven't steered me wrong yet.

I've been using the Aga-t+ and a sigelei 19 primarily. Liked the setup a lot although even with 18mg juice I don't feel like there's a lot of nicotine delivery. I'm an ex smoker. Used to smoke camel filters which aren't that strong. I'd expect the amount of vapor to leave my head spinning.

So this setup is losing it's appeal. The aga's threads are all but gone. The 19 has the nzonic head. I don't think I like the mech much at all. I also bought a few RSST's and while they look much better I just haven't been able to get the same performance. Could have something to do with the size of the airhole. All of my devices are completely stock.

What I'm looking for is a dependable mech/rba setup that will deliver the vapes and I'm able to slip into my pocket. We already have a lot of 18650s and 350s. Like to stay with those. The parts coming together with no gaps and gives the appearance that they were meant for each other is a strong plus. I'm not against tinkering. I've also used mainly ss mesh and kanthal wire/ribbon. Open on suggestions there to. Just want the biggest satisying vapes for under $100. Not against clones either.

Sorry for the huge post. Just want to see what you guys would recommend. Thanks in advance.

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[Royaldrunker]

Its not a cigarette plain and simple.. You wont get the same satisfaction but eventually ivaping will work wonders

Your setup is fine unless you find the need to spend a lot on the newest gimmicks maybe try dripping.. I find its my main goto.. Hh357 rocks

Cheers

 

[dud3r]

My setup isn't fine. It's in need of a replacement. I can literally pull my aga out without unscrewing it. Putting it in my pocket isn't even a possibility. It'd fall off my mod.

I was at the coast about 6 months back and this guy had an ego that was just as satisfying as a cigarette. Didn't know enough at the time to ask questions. Just bought some juice from him. I don't expect it to be the same thing but I can tell the nicotine delivery with my setup is off. I just want a solid good looking setup. Preferably cheap enough to encourage others to do the same.

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[Cjax]

What resistance are you building the coils at? You could try less wraps or a thicker gauge wire (if you use 32 try 30). Slightly lower ohms will give you a slightly warmer, fuller hit. It may be just what you need to feel satisfied again. Also is it the atty threads going out or the Sig's threads? You can buy just a new top cap several places for 6-9 bucks so you don't have to replace the whole mod. Check exhale Vapors, I think they have them.

 

[dud3r]

I was able to lower the pin on the cap and the threads catch again. It also sits a lot closer to flush.

The coil is .8 ohms. Vaoe is kinda hot and getting the job done. I'm still in the market for a nicer setup. Save this one a backup and for using while I'm doing dirty stuff like working on cars. Thinking something along the lines of an EHPro and a Hercules.

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[Valhalla17]

My first mech was a Sigelei 19, and a horrible example at that. I finally got it to work well enough to be tolerable but there's better stuff out there. And yes, vaping isnt smoking but with a little learning and effort you can make it a better experience in every way. I love the AGAs but on a device that has inconsistent conductivity you will never get out of it what it is capable of no matter how well you wrap it. To me, $100 is a mid range, I'd rather go all out and spend $200 or go cheap and safe. For cheap and safe: $16.22 Sentinel M16 Mod Telescoping E-Cigarette Battery Compartment - gold at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping or $11.54 Sentinel M16 Mod Telescoping E-Cigarette Battery Compartment - silver / aluminum + brass / no floating pin at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping . Its a simple design, telescopic, I bought one after my 19, they are pretty decent cheap mods. Nothing compare to my Nzonic or Poldiac but considering where you are in your journey I think it will be a step up. Also, what they said above, pick you up a dripper or two, drill out the air hole. You can make it hit your throat like a cigarette and tailor your wrap to created the experience you wish.

 

[JmanEspresso]

My first question is in regard to your comment about nic delivery. Your vaping 18mg on a genny and feel you should want to use less nic. A lot of people DO say that.

Have you tried different juice vendors? Forgive me if this sounds kinda, obvious, but hey, why not mention it.


That aside, I have two suggestions which may or may not help you out...

1- You say you like the flush mounted/all in one look. I know I do. Then how about a hybrid?
-the Noble 1 is an affordable yet solid hybrid currently available. 310vapers has it in black and regular silver, and they have the Macavelli 18350 too.
-VapeRev has the Silverdog V2, which based on the reviews Ive seen looks pretty sharp, Ive been considering it out of the corner of my eye.
-And of course, Zenesis, which I find to be pure sex. I think they're the coolest things ever, but not everyone loves them, and rightfully so, theyre not without their quirks. The Z2 line is where its at right now.


2- a proper quality mech with an equal rebuildable.
-Mech of your choice
-Perhaps try a different style rebuildable? Maybe the Genny isn't your slice of pie. Maybe something like a Kayfun or Taifun, or a straight up dripper, like a Nimbus. Of course, drippers are available from 10 bucks on up, so you could try one out on the cheap. the IGO-L and Igo-W are solid for the money. The W is dual coil ready.

 

[Mitey F]

2- a proper quality mech with an equal rebuildable.
-Mech of your choice
-Perhaps try a different style rebuildable? Maybe the Genny isn't your slice of pie. Maybe something like a Kayfun or Taifun, or a straight up dripper, like a Nimbus. Of course, drippers are available from 10 bucks on up, so you could try one out on the cheap. the IGO-L and Igo-W are solid for the money. The W is dual coil ready.

This. I vape my L every day, and have for about 6 months. I never had luck with gennies. I like my L so much (I've got the S too, which is also nice, just not AS nice) I just ordered a W

My advice to you, since you're already building coils would be this: Get a "cheap" (I should say "inexpensive", as "cheap" is indicative of quality) dripper like the IGO-L. Once you learn how to set it up properly, you will be in vapor heaven. And for less than $20, it's OK if it's "not for you", you've only got $20 into it.

THEN (and this is important) if you don't like the act of dripping (as many it appears, don't) you can go in search of a genny setup that will give you similar performance. That would likely be the tough part.

But if you're already wrapping coils, and already have a mech, give RDA's a try, and see if that doesn't quell your need for more nicotine. When I started with RDA's after being a pack-a-day smoker, I had to drop my nic level significantly thanks to the spins. It's wonderful.

 

[dud3r]

I'll order up an IGO-L. Been tempted any way. How do you drip in the go? Carry a bottle?

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[Mitey F]

Yup. I've got a few of the 3ml bottles I got samples in, I just keep a few of these on me with different flavors to use throughout the day so I can switch it up. Takes a bit of getting used to, but I'll never go back to anything else. Once you get the hang of dripping, it's really no hassle, and taste/vapor is far superior!

 

[JmanEspresso]

^^This.

OR

This- SD Cans

 

[Thrasher]

i like the W over the L. i think the airhole is more where it should be and has a deeper well.
I would def agree the mod itself must not be hitting hard enough. i vape 18 and get woozy if i try to chain vape any of my gear. i run .8 to 1 ohm coils myself and everything is head spinning.

 

[dud3r]

Took a dremel to my rsst and the nzonic head. Got the air hole opened up. Also grinded the connector to get my atomizers to sit flush. Been eyeing some of the other mods people have done to the #19 and might try a few more.

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[wsteven321]

@ OP

ok first things first, the sigelei 19 is, to be blunt, a POS mod. Read this review of it and you will find how accurate your description is:
Review: The Sigelei #19 - Vape Squad

If you can wait, i highly recommend grabbing this mod off fasttech: https://www.fasttech.com/products/1448300
This is the nemesis clone which is an exact replica of the original, which costs almost 200 bucks, and its your for $30 with free shipping. It has silver plated contacts so it will provide excellent power to your RSST. It also looks great with it:



as for your atomizer, the rsst is a very good genesis device to use, which should be giving you loads of vapor and throat hit.

the only other thing i can think of is using a higher PG in your e liquids. with all those steps combined there is no way u would even think about a cig, they are crap in comparison. Vape on!

 

[dud3r]

Walked into a vape lounge today on a whim. Bought some juice and a dripper (igo-w). Came back with girlfriend. Ended up walking out with a purple k100 for her and THIS bad ... setup (see pic) kayfun lite and a UVO somewordicantspell Turtle Ship. Oh man.

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[wsteven321]

well thats quite an upgrade, never heard of that mod before but it looks like it has some good reviews from what ive seen. kayfun is one of the best silica attys so those should be working well for you

 

[dud3r]

Working like a charm. Have to reevaluate. The same juice in a genesis style atty is not the same in a kayfun.

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[Thrasher]

. The same juice in a genesis style atty is not the same in a kayfun.

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nope some are better some are different. i have juices I love in any device, the ry4 I make tastes great in anything, creamy in my drippers, rich in my kayfun but I love it in my geni's the best. every juice will not taste the same in every device, and I think this is how some people become disappointed in certain devices.

 

[dud3r]

nope some are better some are different. i have juices I love in any device, the ry4 I make tastes great in anything, creamy in my drippers, rich in my kayfun but I love it in my geni's the best. every juice will not taste the same in every device, and I think this is how some people become disappointed in certain devices.

The taste is definitely different. I was referring more so to the nicotine delivery. Juices I thought were lacking in my aga and rsst have some bite in the kayfun.

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[NiburianElf]

So how is the nicotine delivery now?

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