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  1. Al Bundy

    Juice Quality Control and Supporting Suppliers

    I've been saying this before I even started vaping that clearly quality control issues are rampant in the hardware and juice manufacturing. The FDA is latching on to the quality control problems in the juice and using that to leverage their position for a potential ban. I'd much rather we start...
  2. Al Bundy

    Selecting the correct juice density.

    Just wanted to post an update for all the replies I received questioning the "puff" methodology I originally used during my estimates to let you know that "puff" is precisely the measurement the FDA used in their clinical trials: Evaluating the Acute Effects of Electronic Nicotine Delivery...
  3. Al Bundy

    Very, VERY upset with JantyUSA now. Downright P*SSED.

    As long as you paid with a credit card you can just do a chargeback on them and get your money back. Always pay for everything on the net with a credit card just for that reason. ------------------------------- Just noticed it's an old thread, still always pay with a credit card for future...
  4. Al Bundy

    Math masters needed, nicotine eliquid vs analogs

    I came up with a rough equation that got lambasted in a prior thread, but it is still a solid approximation IMO: BTW, the 10 comes the rough equivalent of .1 ml / cig, which of course depends on the hardware being used and its consumption rate on average.
  5. Al Bundy

    States Go to War on Cigarette Smuggling

    Certainly raises questions as to what lengths they will pursue ecigs if they cannot find ways to tax them.
  6. Al Bundy

    States Go to War on Cigarette Smuggling

    http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124804682785163691.html Allow me to summarize the process: Government creates the entire cigarette smuggling industry because of punitive tax increases to cover budget deficits (and agenda) Tax revenue falls close to or below levels prior to tax increases...
  7. Al Bundy

    frustrated at 810 batteries

    Normal is relative to many factors such as quality control, use, hardware malfunctioning etc., so I can't say with any certainty why the batteries are failing. However that being said, the math is clear on the mods being not only superior in quality, reliability, and performance, they are...
  8. Al Bundy

    frustrated at 810 batteries

    You get what you pay for. Batteries are a non-issue for PVs like the screwdriver, you can buy them in packs of 4 on places like dealextreme for a few bucks. The math says it all. It can be extremely cheap if you do the research.
  9. Al Bundy

    Totally not getting it right

    I think it's the same across the board for all the brands, you have weak flavors and strong flavors. Right now I use 30% flavoring in my recipes, it's just like using PG or anything else. I have tried using 75% flavoring, but it's still either way too concentrated or still too weak, and it gives...
  10. Al Bundy

    SD Carrying Case?

    I carry mine in my shirt pocket, never had any problems.
  11. Al Bundy

    Totally not getting it right

    The only way you're going to get that really big throat hit is either by increasing the temperature or adding some menthol as suggested. I tried the menthol route with Bickford flavors and there's a problem. Without the tobacco flavor, it's too much like "Vicks" menthol. I've got small 5 ml...
  12. Al Bundy

    4 801 atomizers dead in 1 hour. None left. Help!

    Use a multimeter to check for continuity on the atomizers. ------------------------------------ old thread: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/e-cig-technical-issues/26396-how-see-if-your-atomizer-truly-dead-voltmeter.html
  13. Al Bundy

    intro for this new member

    Welcome to the forum, my recommendation is the screwdriver: The Black Screwdriver Kit / Totally Wicked eLiquid / Electronic Cigarette e-liquid shop The price is a bit high initially, but after you factor in the battery life and battery costs for other types of e-cigs, you'll see in the long...
  14. Al Bundy

    Totally not getting it right

    I've been experimenting with various percentages of the Wilton's. I find that the higher the glycerin, the less the flavor. On the other hand, not enough glycerin and the vapor drops off significantly. 40% really kills the flavor almost completely IMO. I've settled basically on 20% glycerin in...
  15. Al Bundy

    Unflavored juice smell?

    Thanks for the replies. I figured my sense of smell is back to normal after quitting the analogs, taste has certainly improved, so maybe that was it.
  16. Al Bundy

    Unflavored juice smell?

    I was wondering if the the unflavored juice should be odorless? I have 5x30ml of the 36 mg unflavored and just noticed the one open bottle has a strong smell to it. I untaped a couple of other bottles and noticed they also have a similar smell to them, but it's not as strong. Can the juice...
  17. Al Bundy

    Suggestions on maximizing flavor.

    I've been trying to maximize the flavor from my screwdriver using Bickford flavors. My current recipe for 2mg juice is: 5% 36 mg unflavored 30% flavoring 20% glycerine 45% PG The Bickford flavors seem to be PG anyway, so I was considering using 75% flavoring instead of 30% + 45% PG. Has...
  18. Al Bundy

    Which model emulates real cigs best?

    "hit power" is really dependent on the voltage in the e-cig more than the juice itself. 6V mods are supposed to kick like a mule due to the increased vapor production. I hear 5V is a sweet spot as well for many. I use a screwdriver, which is at ~3.7V, primarily for the increased flavor rather...
  19. Al Bundy

    BICKFORD Flavor List (Complete List)

    I had a large order come in from Bickford about a month ago. I'm only halfway through all the flavors I've ordered. Quick run down so far @ 20%: Raspberry - kicks .... This is my standard vape at the moment, switching between Raspberry and Raspberry Menthol. Watermelon - horrible, DO NOT...
  20. Al Bundy

    The Cost of Vaping...

    Here's my cost to date: ~250 for screwdriver (w/ 2 atomizers) + 10 additional atomizers / 20 carts / additional batteries ~70 for 5 x 30ml 36 mg unflavored juice + misc bottles, menthol etc ~70 for large Bickford order, flavors + PG ~5 4 oz glycerine Approx total ~ $395. Pack of day...
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