The original thread has been archived, so I had to start a new one to post some new insight.
My problem was the silicone whip I've been using, developing a strong odor within a week of moderate use. The best suggestion I got was to use cotton as a filter.
This worked well. It took some trial...
So I just upgraded the stock vinyl whip hose that came with my V-Tower. I am now using silicone tubing. It solved the flexibility and length issues I had with the stock whip, but now I have a new problem. The silicone stinks. I've only been using it for about 5 days now, and the hose smells...
So I got an Arizer V-Tower, and it came with a cracked elbow piece. I'm working of getting that sorted out, but in the meantime, I think my unit needs some slight mods.
I've ordered silicone tubing to replace the stock stiff vinyl tubing, so I'm sure that will take some strain off the elbow...
I am on a tight budget, and want to upgrade from the stock vinyl tube that is the default Arizer whip. I intend to use silicone, and so far I haven't been able to find a physical retail source for it. Online is prohibitively expensive, as shipping triples the price of the product if you buy in...
Sorry in advance if this is the wrong sub-forum. This is my first post here.
Somewhat new to vaping. Got my first desktop unit with an Arizer V-Tower. Bought it from a reputable major online retailer, not eBay or anything like that. The elbow part of the whip was cracked right out of the box...