danpio1217 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 So i've been using Smoktek DCT's, but i'd like to try out my boge's in a carto tank b/c i enjoy the flavor outta them a little better. Picked up a jtank and a saddle valve but i'm having problems trying to punch the carto. My carto seems to want to slide around inside of the saddle vale as i twist it, forcing it the needle to the sides of the carto instead of dead center. Anyone else have this problem or a fix for it? My saddle valve is a 1/4 inch, i'm thinking it's too big since the carto slides around inside of it. Should i go back and pick up a smaller size? i was also thinking maybe folding up a paper towel or something and lining the bottom of the saddle valve would help, acting as a cushion and preventing the carto from sliding around. Might try that if no one else has any suggestions. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcquinn Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 (edited) I think the back clamp peice is reversible for 1/2 pipe try flipping it around so the space is smaller or some have inserts to reduce the size.Has to snug the screws down to hold it in place.I have used a lot of those for humidifiers and ice makers but Vision clearomisers has made it where I don't have to use them for vaping.Also make sure the needle is screwed clockwise all the way while clamping it on . Edited August 21, 2012 by mcquinn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdog Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 i haven't had any problems with sliding cartos... although you could try using a wedge..paper towel sounds good. perhaps one of the rubber caps from a carto might work too? on another note: dont get a carto punch from avidvaper. they aren't that expensive, but mine won't punch anything after a dozen hole punches. pretty weak imo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcquinn Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 Most of those are built for one time use in plumbing and carto's are harder metal than copper or PVC pipe.So they will wear out pretty quick on stainless steel.I am not too sure that carto tanks are the way to go .You have o rings and carto punching and they are tricky to fill.I think I would explore alternatives like Vision products.But that is just me,I would rather vape than mess with hardware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danpio1217 Posted August 22, 2012 Author Share Posted August 22, 2012 I like using both, carto tanks work much better for me for on the go, more liquid, no leaking, no fiddling, better throat hit. All my visions leak from time to time and don't hold as much liquid so i dont like them for on the go, but the flavor is great so i love using them at work or at home. I'll try adding some padding to the saddle valve and see if that works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitsune Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 For me, I just make sure to snug it down tight and turn the needle tip slowly, I readjust if I notice it slipping and tighten a bit more. seems to work well for me. SABOTEUR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgoallthewaygo Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 i just make sure i keep the bolts on each side tightened. i dont use tools or anything just my fingers. also i press my thumb on the underside to add xtra pressure... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danpio1217 Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 So i might have been a grade A dumbass here.... i wasn't using the little rubber curver thinger that keeps the carto in place and sorta guides the needle. Started using that and it's working 100% better. lol kitsune and kgoallthewaygo 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitsune Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 sounds like something I would do !!!! very glad its working now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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