Few questions on Eliquids and also batteries

[craig92]

Hi everyone,
I don't wanna sound like an amateur but I've been left really confused after reading so many different things on different sites!
I'll start by just running through what I've got and thats the Jacvapor V1P kit, I have 2 65mm V3i batteries.

Firstly, from what i've read JVs batteries are different to everyone else's so I HAVE to use their cartomisers is this correct?

This wouldnt be a problem for me as I'm at the stage where I've been buying E-liquid and refilling blank carts, I got my first e liquid a few of months ago from JV and filled my cart according to their instructions, but i've been looking at other eliquid websites and most of them say I onl have to use 5ish drops of juice whereas JV says 25-30, this is a massive difference is this because of their liquid being weaker or is it to do with their carts or batteries?

I'm really into flavoured liquid more than anything (so things like apple, cola ect) and have found some websites with really nice selections I wondered if anyone had any experience with any of them, The ones I found were smokshop, enjuice and also a site that does wizmix flavours. Are their liquids any good and if not could anyone recommend a uk site or brand with this kind of flavour?

One thing about enjuice I liked was you can have a VG/PG mix, i've heard this is the best way to go for a good amount of vapor and good flavour too, am I right in thinking that? Do any other sites give this option?

Lastly, my cigs havent been giving as much vapor or flavour as they used to, what could this be down too? could it be the liquid is older or could the batteries need replacing, they have been doing this even on a full charge...

Thanks in advance and sorry for so many questions!

[Karma]

Hello and craig92

It's probably time to buy some new cartomisers, they don't last forever. Not sure how long you've had your batteries for, but batteries don't last forever either.

The most common e-cig has a 510 or ego threading, so if you're thinking about buying something new then probably best to change to something that is more compatible with other options.

something like this would be cheap option

paradisevapeuk.vstore.ca/electronic-cigarette-egoce5-colourful-batery-blister-c-2_26.html

you could also have a look at the e-liquid there

paradisevapeuk.vstore.ca/ejuice-c-1.html

this site is quite reasonable for juice as well

www.ltecigs.larsentilbrook.co.uk/index.php?route=product/category&path=61

[Super-Shiny]

Hello and craig92

[chuck]

craig92

[chykensa]

Hi and welcome craig92 - some good advice above from Karma, I would have thought any juice would do TBH, and there are some great vendors around - The Alchemist's Cupboard is a great site, and also Vape Escape for all your vaping requirements. Both are trusted and reliable vendors who offer a top-drawer customer service. You could always give them a ring if you needed advice before ordering.
There are of course many other vendors with a staggering range of equipment and juices - have a look at our Vendors thread HERE Don't forget to check the discount codes too, typically between 5-10% off your order for forum members!
Andy

[Chrissie]

Hello & welcome craig92

Where a website says a cartridge only takes 5ish drops, they are talking about an actual cartridge that goes on the end of an atomiser. Cartomisers do indeed take about 25-30 drops to fill

[Roscopecotrain]

Hello and welcome to aaec, great advice so far, nothing i could add except

[craig92]

thanks for the help and the warm welcome people!

I just ordered a couple of liquids off enjuice because I do like the fact you can pick what vg/pg mix, I'm a big one for vapor and flavour, but not a big fan of a throat hit, so i like more vg in there.

I will deffo order some more carts and see if that improves my vape, they have probably been laying around waiting to be filled a tad too long!

Now I know I was doing right with the amount of drops too haha!

I see The Alchemists cupboard were mentioned too, I really like some of their options, they seem to be the only place that does a chocolate orange! has anybody tried this flavour?
I know you usually have to steep stuff from them, does anyone know if I would have to steep my liquid from enjuice?
and what is the 'best' method of steeping?

Thanks again everyone

[Chrissie]

craig92 as Enjuice say their e-liquids aremade to order, you will have to steep them.

[Perpetua]

Welcome to you Craig.

Steeping just involves leaving your eliquid bottles in a cool dark place for about a week, giving the flavours time to infuse if they've been freshly mixed.

Vapology also do a Tailor Made range that might interest you.

www.vapology.co.uk/tailor-made-e-liquid-2252-p.asp

[gazza]

Hi and welcome craig92, I'm a newbie to the vaping world myself and had a similar problem as yourself as my e-cigar was not vaping as it was when I 1st had it, I was almost sucking out my own intestines or so it felt, anyway popped in a new carto and as good as new again now.

[chooseyourecig]

My advice on the e-liquid is mix your own. You can save tons of money by doing it yourself, and you will also have a lot more control on what goes in your juice. Also, you can experiment with different flavor strengths, nicotine content, PV vs VG ratio, etc. 

Most liquid has a mix of both PG and VG in it. You can adjust their ratios to achieve different vapor qualities. The higher the PG ratio, the more throat hit. The higher the VG ratio, the less throat hit. VG also sort of dulls the flavor, as it is sort of sweet. Some say VG increases vapor production, some say the same about PG. I have never really tried to see which is true.

I would recommend trying a 70/30 PG/VG ratio. That seems to work for the majority of people. If not, it will at least give you a starting point.

[vaper22]

Jul 28, 2013 18:17:22 GMT craig92 said:

I see The Alchemists cupboard were mentioned too, I really like some of their options, they seem to be the only place that does a chocolate orange! has anybody tried this flavour?
I know you usually have to steep stuff from them, does anyone know if I would have to steep my liquid from enjuice?
and what is the 'best' method of steeping?

Thanks again everyone

Wow. Just been to have a look and they do Turkish Delight.

Many thanks for the info.

[moonraker]

Welcome You will get good advice on the forum , they are a great crew

[dinamic22]

Hi crai92