Which RBA for first rebuildable?

[TheOnyxEgg]

I realize this question probably comes up fairly frequently, but was having trouble finding the information I'm looking for via Search.

Current Setup:
hcigar Copper Nemesis
Boge LR Cartos in IBTanked tank
Sony VTC5s

Backup: MVP V1 and various eGo batts

I still love my cartotanks (reliability and ease of use is second to none in my experience), but am interested in finally getting in to something RBA.
I would prefer something with a tank (RTA?) but am confused by all of the various options out there.

Considerations:
Looking for taste and not cloud chasing
Likely looking at running something in the 1 - 2 ohm range (single coil)
Easier to build and relatively bullet-proof (I like fiddling and experimenting with things, but if I'm not in the mood I'd like something that just works)
Preferably < $100

I know there are a bunch of various Kayfuns, Russians, Taifuns, and then Genesis style. On first blush I like the idea of the Genesis style attys (w/ stainless mesh, not cotton), but am I asking for trouble using that as my first rebuildable?

I like the look of REOs as well, however right now I'm more interested in something to go with the Nemesis.

So let me have it! What would you advise as a first RBA if you had it all to do over again?

 

[ian91]

I have over 20 RBAs. Kayfuns, Taifuns, Foggers, etc, etc. I think that the best of the lot is the EHPro KFL+ V2. Easy to build and does not leak. I build everything between 1.5 - 2.0 ohms.

 

[Wickedgt]

For Non sub-ohm Tank... KFL+ V2.

For Sub-ohm dripper... Veritas or Magma or Plume Veil... IMHO.

 

[Soundhunter]

EHPro Kayfun Lite v2 if an RDA - easy to build, doesnt leak, ubiquitous so parts easily available..

RDA if you are are true flavor/taste chaser.. Nothing like them for conveneince (sans the tank) - build em, wick em, vape em


Edit - already beaten to it above

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[Rodeorat]

The Kayfun 3.1 has been more consistent, tastes better, easier to fill, and better air flow than the KFL+, though I dunno if the V2 is improved over the KFL+.
Eventually, you'll probably end up removing the air flow adjustment screws in either RBA, which leaves you with two in the 3.1, which accounts for the extra air flow, yet no leaks.

 

[Sarin]

Fogger V4.4? It's not a clone but an original piece at around £20. Massive improvements over previous version 4's.

 

[ian91]

The Kayfun 3.1 has been more consistent, tastes better, easier to fill, and better air flow than the KFL+, though I dunno if the V2 is improved over the KFL+.
Eventually, you'll probably end up removing the air flow adjustment screws in either RBA, which leaves you with two in the 3.1, which accounts for the extra air flow, yet no leaks.

The newest version of the EHPro KFL+ has 2 air holes. Haven't tried it as I like a tighter draw and am happy with the airflow on the original V2.

 

[ian91]

Fogger V4.4? It's not a clone but an original piece at around £20. Massive improvements over previous version 4's.

Foggers are nice but the V4 is a dual coil. More difficult to build.

 

[TheOnyxEgg]

Thanks for the advice!

Fogger is probably not what I'm looking for at this point due to dual coil etc.

Sounds like the KFL+ V2 is going to be the way to go.

 

[crg31953]

I see a lot of recommendations for the Kayfun Lite.
From what I know aren't the Kayfun and the Russian 91% very similar?
Any particular reason for not suggesting the Russian?