What next, after eGo-T?

[alien503]

Hello everyone. I've been vaping since May 2011. I'm mostly happy with my current model but I haven't really invested a lot of money or time into exploring alternatives. I started with a Joye 510 but quickly switched to the eGo-T with Mega atomizers/carts because it carries a huge amount of liquid and the big batteries last me a couple of days of moderate vaping, which is great for travel and backpacking. Two 1000 mAh batteries can get me through a good part of a week.

I invested so much time into this model that I have now perfected how to clean the atomizers and can make each atty last a couple of months. The problem is, the atomizers (type B low-res) seem to be getting harder to find. I am afraid this e-cig is on the way toward obsolescence.

I'm happy with the eGo-T but I'm looking for the next step. Either because the eGo goes extinct, or because something better is out there.

Basically, it boils down to: big battery life, lots of fluid capacity, preferably a tank system unless somebody can convince me otherwise, and atomizers that can stand up to heavy vaping of DARK liquids. Right now my biggest complaint about the eGo-T is that if I vape anything darker than, to put it in beer terms, an amber ale... the thing gets fouled up and tastes awful and the atomizer is ruined until I dry burn it.

If anybody thinks I definitely should NOT be using the eGo-T I'd be happy to hear from them as well. Thanks.

 

[*deleon517*]

to be honest with you i dont see the ego style ever becoming extinct as basically started the mid size pv market... now with tanks I'm a fan of the dct, there is literally thousands of variations on the market, each with its own price tag. I basically stick with the smoketech ones as they are well priced, and I would rather spend my money on more mods. most places will have the replacement cartos for $2-3 each, i tend to get 2-4 weeks out of a carto. as far as handling dark juice im not entirely sure as i dont vape dark colored juice, maybe someone who does will chime in.

also the tanks will work on the ego, or most other 510 threaded mods or you could get a adapter with the threading is different

 

[swedishfish]

If you like using atomizers, maybe you'd like a bottom feeder.

There are several out there, but I love my Reo mini. Love the size, about 3" x 1 1/2", holds around 3 ml of juice and fits in the palm of my hand. If you want something larger, there's the regular Reo or VV Reo.
I used the ego style for about a year. I knew during that time that I wanted to try a bottom feeder, and I'm happy I did.

Check the classifieds- you can get a great deal.

If you want to stick with what you have, my mom has been using a kgo for close to two years. She uses dark juice and uses cartos and tanks from Mom and Pops. She's happy with that setup. I guess a carto lasts her a week? To be honest, I don't hold onto cartos long. They're pretty cheap at less than $1 each and I just throw them away.

I'm not a fan of clearos, just like attys or cartos. But there are lots out there to try.

 

[wv2win]

The ego has the weakest voltage battery on the market at only 3.4 volts. I would look at a good variable volt or variable watt model and see what warm vapor is like. Vaping at 4.5 - 5.0 volts with a DCC carto or tank is a night and day difference in comparison to 3.4 volt vaping, IMO.

 

[teamscon]

i went from ego-t to lavatank and vivi nova tank. same taste but way better with cleaning etc. I would rather have a lavatube mini though .. the reg lavatube is large so be rdy if you dont get mini.

theres many versions of lavatubes, you can do research to find which u like. i have the starfire vv and its great for me ... sure others are good too. i seen starter kits for 52.00 also, good deal compared to a not needed provari

btw if u want to keep the same taste you get from ego-t, youll have to stay with tanks (and not a carto tank) in my experience, cartos cant touch a ego-t or vivi tank in taste.

 

[Prometheus72]

I just ordered an eGo-C twist today with some clearomizers and drip tips. Should be much better than the eGo-T but that is not bad and is my first. I'm only on day 3 of course LOL

 

[eyebedam]

I'd say ego twist or just make tge leap & try a Provari. I started with a volt 808 starter kit. Then to a ego t, a bottom feeder I didn't really care for then to a ego twist. I liked the twist alot, I had a little extra cash so I got a Provari mini. Since then the twist have been in a drawer. Bactually I just sold all my egos & 2 twist & all my dct tanks & I'm gonna but another Provari just in case.

I could never have seen myself spending that kind of cash but it is the best thing since slices bread.

 

[Hitmetwice]

Dark e-liquid will play havoc on any carto/atty/clearo. I'd recommend trying a rebuildable
CE4+(Stardust) type(Vision v2 clearo). the heads can be simply replaced for a couple bucks if cleaning and dryburning doesn't cut it anymore, plus they come at 3 or 4 resistance levels
and are relatively new technology.

Some don't like 'em, some do...I do! They never leak a bit and the flavour is comparable to cartos, imo. The ease of use, versatility and value is what keeps me hooked on these.
They may hold "only" 1.8 mil. but I carry a small 2mil. bottle of juice to top up with throughout the day if I'm hitting it hard.

As with anything a little research pays off in spades on using and maintaining whatever
you choose to go with. utube is your friend. Never let one or two bad comments or views deter you from trying something others are raving about and you think may work for you too.



And Welcome to the forum eh!

 

[Jixchel]

If you like the way the ego-t performs for you, there is always the ego-c upgrade. You don't have to buy new batteries to use it, it will work just fine with your ego-t batteries. Cleaning the ego-c atties is much like cleaning the t atties, only easier to get to, as they are simply housed in the cone portion. You can get a pack of low rez atties 5 for about 25 bucks so it is cheaper than the t atties. I would get the type b as they hold 2ml, unless you have a ton of stuff for the type a then stick with that one. With my ego-c the hard plastic endcaps worked best filling with a needle tip bottle to make them last longer. The only leaks I had with the ego-c was in the hot kitchen, and it was due to the heat thinning the liquid.

The ego c- twist works great with the ego-c upgrade if you really want new batteries as well, and the charger for the t batteries works with the twist. The only reason I am no longer using my ego-c is because I preferred direct dripping and ended up going to a bottom feeder mod.

 

[juicejunky]

I went from the ego-T and ego plus dripping on an atomizer to a REO and have been happy for almost a year and a half. If you can deal with a box, bottom feeders are hassle free compared to an ego-T. If you budget is tight Vapage has a 50% off sale that brings the cost of their bottom feeder down to $50 with batteries, charger and everything. See their thread VmodXL for the code. Screaming deal.

Dark liquids seem to gunk any atomizer. Either buy cheap ones or clean them often.


10P50 is the code it expires today 8/6/12

 

[Fastkidtoyz]

I'm new to this but I agree with Hitmetwice and others. The new replaceable heads and tanks are the way to go. I started with some dark tobacco flavors and heavy juice that turned the coils in my ego c and vision into charcoal bricks. I just bought spares and after 1 or 2 tanks I would swap to a new one and let the used one soak overnight, do a dry burn and air dry. With all the new tanks hitting stores with fairly cheap replaceable heads it makes it easier to clean and keep a few spares on hand. A higher voltage battery seemed to help too. I,m liking the low resistance vivi nova and vision V3's now.

 

[sanman969]

I went from an ego-T to a ego-Twist with a Stardust (new rebuildable). Works great. No fiddling.

 

[alien503]

Thanks for all the good input. I did not realize the voltage of the eGo-T was among the lowest out there. Perhaps that's why I've always liked the low-res atomizers better. This is a lot to mull over. I will let you know what I figure out.

 

[Caridwen]

Thanks for all the good input. I did not realize the voltage of the eGo-T was among the lowest out there. Perhaps that's why I've always liked the low-res atomizers better. This is a lot to mull over. I will let you know what I figure out.

The ego is regulated. You get a consistent vape from the time the battery is charged until it needs to be charged again. Other pvs have a hotter initial vape but a shorter charge life and consistent reduction in voltage over time.

Not saying one is better or worse, but explaining the difference.

 

[Anthony Zhou]

ive been using an ego-t just like you and am considering changing to the mini vivi nova. what is the best mini battery to use with it? help please =[

 

[Jixchel]

mini nova tank is about the same width as the ego battery, there is no need to get a mini battery, I'm not even sure a mini battery could run it.

 

[Anthony Zhou]

okay so ill stick with the battery. its getting old so im not sure what i should order to replace it. the one i have right now is shorter than the regular ego batterys.

 

[ShogaNinja]

The Ego brand is the #1 style of ecig. It's not going anywhere! They are improving all the time (ok, the EGO C was a fluke). It's time that you moved yourself up to an EGO Twist. Seeing as you already have a charger and atomizers to put on it then it will only set you back less than 30 bucks to move to the next level.

Take a slide on over to Altsmoke, who has the cheapest price for the "EGO Twist replacement batteries" and take the next step. Make sure you get the 1000mah size because the 650 dies quick. I'd only get one because if you need to charge it you can always rely on your ego T to get you through for a few hours. Note: That ego T is a 3.6 volt device, so that's you getting 1.2 extra volts to play around with. In order to vape at 6v you need a 4.5ohm-6.5ohm resistance atomizer. Proof here: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/tutorials/260292-selecting-cartomizers-match-your-battery-temperature-preferences-excel.html Haven't seen one that high before? Me neither. The Ego Twist loves the 3 ohms. You see those everywhere. Why an EGO Twist? Just ask around what people's favorite voltage is on their APV and you'll see an overwhelming number of them stay just over 4 volts. The EGO C goes to 4.8 volts. Unless you want to splode some atomizers while chasing a reckless throat hit the advice I give to you is very solid, friend.



If you want to upgrade your top just grab up a couple of them Vivi Novas and get crackalackin.

 

[Anthony Zhou]

wise words from a wise man =D

 

[ShogaNinja]

wise words from a wise man =D

Hey, I just let people know what reality is. Why pay for something you're never going to use? Besides that, who wants to push buttons 1000 times to find a sweet spot when you can dial it up with a Twist in a nanosecond? I love everyone, but I think Provaris are stupid. The worst part, which I haven't even gotten to yet, is that the Provari will find the resistance of your atomizer and if it doesn't like the voltage you're at it will give you an error code. The Lavatube is even worse because it will do the same thing but instead of the error code it will just lower the voltage without your knowledge. So here you are, trying to vape it up and you keep jacking the voltage up, pressing 1000 buttons, and you think something's happening but it's not. That's the placebo effect. If you like dual or triple coil cartos the Lavatube won't let you vape them above 3.6 volts. Proof here:

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