Too much data, can't process...

Status
Not open for further replies.

lostgypsy

Full Member
Aug 31, 2012
24
7
55
California
Hi, it’s a new newbie here.

Have been endlessly reading this forum (great info, but so much to read!), as well as visiting vendors sites, other forums, googling while vaping and so on days and nights, for almost 3 weeks. It is only my 5th day analog free.

I started with V2cigs, (was in a rush to try and see if it works for me), battery life was way too short; then got Apolly Tgo, battery is amazing, but atomizers are not that great at all; then juices from V4L (mistake, but will use them for now) and it seems like my initial investment should stop here.

Through this forum I got the idea about DIY, found best juice suppliers (book marked it all, but after I got those juices from V4L), finally started to see the differences between all those oh so confusing terms and models. Frustrating at the beginning, but looks like it’s going to be some sort of a new hobby.

Can’t say anything bad about V2, they got me of off the analog, and I really liked their “Sahara” flavor. Interesting enough, the same “Sahara” label from Apollo which I got with my kit order is something totally different, not as good as V2. Plus, I liked the idea of lifetime warranty from V2. So, yes, I will order from them again. Apollo… Great batteries, but atomizers are leaking all the time! I have to blow them after every use; it’s a bit annoying. After using them for less then a week or so, there is not much vapor anymore, meanwhile V2 with refilled cartos are producing way more vapor from smaller battery. I mean, I expected a little bit more from Apollo and now I am thinking about ordering their adapter for Tgo to 510 or to Ego, which means I have to find yet another great vendor for 510 and Ego.

Was looking at SI, Joy510 and Ego, they do not have even a year warranty, at least like Apollo, but Apollo doesn’t have Ego and 510 mods.

Why there are so many companies, so many devices and way too many options! Takes a great deal of time to research and to make a decision, and at the end you can’t be sure your decision is a right one any way! But I am quite happy to quit analogs, even though I had a very dry throat one day, which I think was due to different juice and heavy vaping, I had couple analogs and got over it.

As of today, it feels wonderful to be free from smoking, but I cannot say that I am 100% satisfied with my e-cigs. I know, V2 is not this forum supplier, but I tend to stick with them and find some cheaper brands to replace cartos, as one option. For another option, after looking at all those sites, videos, recommendations and reviews, I would love to get something like those dual coil cartomizers or clearomizers which would work with my Tgo batteries through adapters, since from my understanding those are not leaking, long lasting, and give great vapor. I also want to have something not oversized or weird looking in my hands when I am vaping, so the question is: if I get that dual coil carto and attach it to Tgo from Apollo with adapter, would it look like something out of place made of different parts? Just don’t want to spend a fortune for a new hobby…

Sorry for such long post, but I am lost and confused.
Many thanks in advance for any inputs and advises.
 
Last edited:

dkim210

Senior Member
Verified Member
Aug 23, 2012
74
19
Bay Area, CA
First of all, welcome & congrats! Wishing you the best of luck!

Secondly, it seems you're a fan of the warranty and coverage if your equipment fails. I'm not so sure that's the best way to look at your vaping equipment if you're not shopping around for something higher end, like say a ProVari. Sure, warranty is nice to have but I like to see them as something that will get used rigorously and dismissed when inoperative. (a la AA batteries) It's nice to have a vendor say they'll take it back if its dead on arrival but I wouldn't really put so much emphasis on it.

I also want to have something not oversized or weird looking in my hands when I am vaping, so the question is: if I get that dual coil carto and attach it to Tgo from Apollo with adapter, would it look like something out of place made of different parts?

If you're having that much frustration with leaks and whatnot, why not look into a clear tank system like the Vision Clearomizer/Stardust or the Vivi Nova. I believe that is what you're referring to when you say it would look like something out of a place made of different parts? If the adapter is compatable with the eGo threads, this would be an awesome way to go as it will eliminate the need to continuously drip or have leakage issues.

Search, research, and search some more. Plenty of resources on here.

I've been using discountvapers, altsmoke, and totallywicked these days.
 

tj99959

ECF Guru
ECF Veteran
  • Aug 13, 2011
    15,111
    39,568
    utah
    Wow! Wall of text!
    To hard to read, so I only read parts of it.

    You have lots of good choices, and like the rest of us, you will have to find out what works best for you. (now you know why there are over 1,000 different cigarettes to choose from)
    The 'whateverGo' class of battery is just fine, and anything that has a 510 connector should fit on it. So now you can narrow the search down to what atomizer/cartomizer/clearomizer that you think you might like to try.
    These seem to have gotten quite a bit of attention for the last few months, so you might want to try one.
    ElectronicStix.Com : VISION eGo TRANSPARANT CLEAROMIZER 2.5-2.9 OHM - CLEAR COLOR - VISIONCLEARO
     

    Vapoor eyes er

    ECF Guru
    ECF Veteran
    Sep 13, 2011
    11,028
    8,945
    Toronto, Ont.
    As tj99959 said you have a re branded/ renamed Ego 900 mah. 100 mah= 1 hr normal vaping before recharge. The Ego "tank" system (atomizer+ cartridge) is problematic and is prone to leaks. Your PV is a 901 connection so any 901 accessory will fit. Just remember do not buy dual coil anything for it- only single coil. Also buy 1.8- 2.0 ohms cartos, clearos/ low resistance.Stardust rebuildable is nice- when old head (coil+ wick) dies just unscrew old head and screw in new head- takes 10 secs.
    Good Luck.

    Edit: using tj99959's link:
    http://www.electronicstix.com/VISIONCLEARO.html

    'Nuther edit: you could also use low res cartomizers with your PV BUT there have been QC issues lately with Boge and Smok Tech cartos.

    Edit: It is a 901 threading. If you want use 510 accessories you need to get a 901 to 510 adapter.
     
    Last edited:

    lostgypsy

    Full Member
    Aug 31, 2012
    24
    7
    55
    California
    As tj99959 said you have a re branded/ renamed Ego 900 mah. 100 mah= 1 hr normal vaping before recharge. The Ego "tank" system (atomizer+ cartridge) is problematic and is prone to leaks. Your PV is a 510 connection so any 510 accessory will fit. Just remember do not buy dual coil anything for it- only single coil. Also buy 1.8- 2.0 ohms cartos, clearos/ low resistance.Stardust rebuildable is nice- when old head (coil+ wick) dies just unscrew old head and screw in new head- takes 10 secs.
    Good Luck.

    Edit: using tj99959's link:
    ElectronicStix.Com : VISION eGo TRANSPARANT CLEAROMIZER 2.5-2.9 OHM - CLEAR COLOR - VISIONCLEARO

    'Nuther edit: you could also use low res cartomizers with your PV BUT there have been QC issues lately with Boge and Smok Tech cartos.

    Thanks a lot, Vapor eyes er!

    See, I had no idea that EGo tank system is so problematic. Now I do know from first hand experience. I had a little bit of a trouble with one of my Apolly batteries, so I talked to Rob through the live chat on Apollo, got a new battery in two days, and that is pretty awesome, and he said that TGo thread is 901 or 906, don't remember exactly. I was hoping that I would be able to use other whateverGo with those batteries, but apparently, I am going to have an adapter.

    And also, I don't understand yet why I can't use dual coil.

    Too much technology for someone who is not math or physics major.

    Will save this link you gave me in my bookmarks, for sure!

    And thank you very much again!
     

    Vapor2112

    Atty Baller - Level 2
    ECF Veteran
    Verified Member
    Apr 8, 2010
    3,162
    4,603
    Virgin-ia
    As others have mentioned, and as you've seen, there are MANY choices out there... It comes down to personal preference and your budget..
    As far as the warrantee, I agree with the statements above, gauge it against the cost of the investment. My best recommendation would be to look for a strong vendor with good customer service and worry less about the actual warrantee.
    I great place to start is Smokeless Image. Well tested products, outstanding customer service, and a great place to get started.
    If money is less of a concern, check out the ProVari from ProVape. Since its a standard 510 connector, it will accept the widest variety of atomizers, cartomizers, tanks, and all the way up to rebuildable genesis atomizers...
    If you go with a device like that, you can stop worrying about the battery side of things and find your "delivery device" of choice.
    For much less money, any ego style battery will serve you very well, including the ego twist which will give you an idea of variable voltage. This lets you very easily "tune" the experience to what you like best.
    Good luck, and keep reading ECF, this is an amazing resource with some incredibly friendly and knowledgable people..
     

    QuickSwitch

    Full Member
    Aug 7, 2012
    23
    16
    38
    Lexington, KY
    I could be completely wrong, but I think the problem with a dual coil is that it eats up battery power and juice without significant benefits. I also think it needs a more powerful battery to begin with.
    This is the case sometimes. 'Dual coil' so quickly became a hot term among vaping gear that it didn't get a chance to find it's proper place for 100% of users, though with the right devices, it's certainly not just hype.
     

    Chakris

    Resting In Peace
    ECF Veteran
    Aug 22, 2012
    10,637
    44,917
    Bangkok, Thailand
    .... I mean, I expected a little bit more from Apollo and now I am thinking about ordering their adapter for Tgo to 510 or to Ego, which means I have to find yet another great vendor for 510 and Ego.

    Was looking at SI, Joy510 and Ego, they do not have even a year warranty, at least like Apollo, but Apollo doesn’t have Ego and 510 mods.....

    First off, congrats on staying cig free! :thumbs:

    I just finished reading an ECF blog from ShogaNinja, called: The Vaper's Handbook It might help you make a decision about going 510 or not, or you can bookmark it for later reference. But if you first scroll down to where the comments begin, ShogaNinja updates Q1 with a well done video about the eGo Twist. 3 year vapor, GrimmGreen, calls it, "A game changer..." at a price that's not gonna bust your balls it's got the 510 fittings & choice of 650 mah or 1000 mah that'll fit loads of different cartos, clearos, and tanks.

    I've read many other posts on this forum that say, you can't go wrong if you start out with an eGo type 510 battery for your base.

    After watching the vid and the comments below, I believe that's going to be my next bat, along with a clearomizer, possibly the VISIONCLEARO that tj99959 linked to.
    thanks for bringing this up - hope it helps,

    It sure helped me - I WANT ONE, or better yet TWO! :drool:
     

    greendollar

    Full Member
    Aug 23, 2012
    14
    4
    hampshire
    Hi , I've tried the V3 Clearomisers but found them a bit inconsistant , when they're firing on all cylinders so to speak they're great but I that wasn't all the time , I'm using LR Boge cartomizers at the moment and they're great , consisistantly good vape and decent throat hit and my Ego 1000 mah batteries are lasting a lot longer .
     

    Vapoor eyes er

    ECF Guru
    ECF Veteran
    Sep 13, 2011
    11,028
    8,945
    Toronto, Ont.
    Your Tgo is a 901. I edited my post reflecting that. Dual coils...you need more voltage to run a DC carto. They will run on a 3.7 volt PV but will drain the batt quickly and performance will be lackluster.

    Thanks a lot, Vapor eyes er!

    See, I had no idea that EGo tank system is so problematic. Now I do know from first hand experience. I had a little bit of a trouble with one of my Apolly batteries, so I talked to Rob through the live chat on Apollo, got a new battery in two days, and that is pretty awesome, and he said that TGo thread is 901 or 906, don't remember exactly. I was hoping that I would be able to use other whateverGo with those batteries, but apparently, I am going to have an adapter.

    And also, I don't understand yet why I can't use dual coil.

    Too much technology for someone who is not math or physics major.

    Will save this link you gave me in my bookmarks, for sure!

    And thank you very much again!
     

    lostgypsy

    Full Member
    Aug 31, 2012
    24
    7
    55
    California
    I know, it was a long time since I was browsing here. But, The Vaper's Handbook is exactly what I need! Thanks for directing me there, it is now in my bookmarks. I got CE4 clearomizers from Apollo, and finally I am more or less satisfied. But my next step of investing in vaping definitely will be eGo Twist. At least now I know the direction to look to.
     
    Last edited:

    Vapoor eyes er

    ECF Guru
    ECF Veteran
    Sep 13, 2011
    11,028
    8,945
    Toronto, Ont.
    Better to go with the Spinner. The MAJOR problem of mini VV is battery life. At the higher voltage they drain quickly. Vision Spinner 1300 mah is 4 1/2" long and 2 mm wider than the regular eGo.

    I know, it was a long time since I was browsing here. But, The Vaper's Handbook is exactly what I need! Thanks for directing me there, it is now in my bookmarks. I got CE4 clearomizers from Apollo, and finally I am more or less satisfied. But my next step of investing in vaping definitely will be eGo Twist. At least now I know the direction to look to.
     
    Status
    Not open for further replies.

    Users who are viewing this thread