So basically, I posted about this a little while back, but I'm still looking at buying my first mech or vv/vw (coming from an mvp2) and getting into rebuilding and dripping. I have saved up about $230 for everything I need. I've been looking specifically at nemesis clones and similar 18650 mods as they look to be the best option so far. As for RDAs, I'd like to get at least 2 or three, probably a tugboat, igo, and maybe a tobh or vulcan. I'll be buying some kanthal and cotton, plus a coil jig, to cover everything I need, but I'm still unsure about liquid. I've been running on MBV for a while, but I just want something of higher quality, but I don't want to completely break the bank. If you guys have any suggestions on places where I could find what I'm looking for, any suggestions on what I should get, any advice, or any specific juice vendor which would be good for dripping, PLEASE let me know. Thanks guys!
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Help on buying my first mech/starting to rebuild
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I'll update this posts with what I have gotten so far and I liked.
Cotton:amazon.com/Cotton-Labo-ORGANIC-Puff-200pc/dp/B000TCD51A
I love this stuff because it is easier to work with. It is squares that you can cut to fit without unrolling.
Mech: http://www.angelcigs.com/stingray-x-style-stainless-steel-copper-mechanical-mod.html
This is my first mech mod. The voltage drop is about .5 but the price is nice. Fits 18650. If you want a mech I would recommend this as a starter just for the price so you can see if you like it.
Regulated Mod: http://www.mtbakervapor.com/advanced-e-cigs/cana-dna-30-variable-wattage-mod/
This was my favorite regulated mod and I still recommend it to anybody that isn't building anything that needs more wattage to heat. Takes 1 18650 batter and has passtrhough charging so you can vape and charge.
http://www.eciggity.com/sigelei-100w-box-mod/
The Sigelei 100W is my favorite mod so far. But you only need it if you are going with some heavier builds. My favorite on it is a dual coil 8 wrap 24 gauge and quad coil 6 wrap 24 gauge that take forever to heat on a DNA30. For $25 more than the DNA30, this one is pretty future proof.
I ordered a coil jig but found a precision set of screwdrivers to be better. amazon.com/Herco-HE826-Mini-Screwdriver-Kit/dp/B000CCUFT2
For kanthal, you can look around. I get most of mine from Amazon since I'm a fan, but it's all kanthal. I recommend against getting specialty wire though unless you have spare $$ and really want to try it.
For RDAs, I love my plume veil clone, but I highly recommend a physical store instead of online if you can since mine had to be taken back 3 times. Also, westcoastvapesupply has great customer service so it is safe, but it was about a week wait for delivery. I just got a Poseidon for a quad build that is fun.
Also, I highly recommend the Orchid V2 or V4 for an RBA. If you want a tank for the road, this is my favorite.
Liquid is very subjective, but my favorite is Thunderhead Vapor Cloud Chasers brand located in Seattle Washington. I get 30 mg bottles for $12, and it is 80/20. My local store has samples for these so I could find the one I like. If you have the option, I recommend going to a local vape shop and seeing if they have samples for flavors you can try. One thing to keep in mind, the flavors you like in tanks may not be good on drippers. I ran into this issue when I went to RDAs and now I have a bunch of juice that I almost never use.
Cotton:amazon.com/Cotton-Labo-ORGANIC-Puff-200pc/dp/B000TCD51A
I love this stuff because it is easier to work with. It is squares that you can cut to fit without unrolling.
Mech: http://www.angelcigs.com/stingray-x-style-stainless-steel-copper-mechanical-mod.html
This is my first mech mod. The voltage drop is about .5 but the price is nice. Fits 18650. If you want a mech I would recommend this as a starter just for the price so you can see if you like it.
Regulated Mod: http://www.mtbakervapor.com/advanced-e-cigs/cana-dna-30-variable-wattage-mod/
This was my favorite regulated mod and I still recommend it to anybody that isn't building anything that needs more wattage to heat. Takes 1 18650 batter and has passtrhough charging so you can vape and charge.
http://www.eciggity.com/sigelei-100w-box-mod/
The Sigelei 100W is my favorite mod so far. But you only need it if you are going with some heavier builds. My favorite on it is a dual coil 8 wrap 24 gauge and quad coil 6 wrap 24 gauge that take forever to heat on a DNA30. For $25 more than the DNA30, this one is pretty future proof.
I ordered a coil jig but found a precision set of screwdrivers to be better. amazon.com/Herco-HE826-Mini-Screwdriver-Kit/dp/B000CCUFT2
For kanthal, you can look around. I get most of mine from Amazon since I'm a fan, but it's all kanthal. I recommend against getting specialty wire though unless you have spare $$ and really want to try it.
For RDAs, I love my plume veil clone, but I highly recommend a physical store instead of online if you can since mine had to be taken back 3 times. Also, westcoastvapesupply has great customer service so it is safe, but it was about a week wait for delivery. I just got a Poseidon for a quad build that is fun.
Also, I highly recommend the Orchid V2 or V4 for an RBA. If you want a tank for the road, this is my favorite.
Liquid is very subjective, but my favorite is Thunderhead Vapor Cloud Chasers brand located in Seattle Washington. I get 30 mg bottles for $12, and it is 80/20. My local store has samples for these so I could find the one I like. If you have the option, I recommend going to a local vape shop and seeing if they have samples for flavors you can try. One thing to keep in mind, the flavors you like in tanks may not be good on drippers. I ran into this issue when I went to RDAs and now I have a bunch of juice that I almost never use.
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