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    FDA Should I donate to help fund Dr. Michael Siegel's new study?

    I'll reply at the risk of sounding like a paranoid nut-job. If you want to play the game then by all means toss in your hard-earned money. However it's important that you know that you will be paying to play a game and not really accomplish anything of great importance. E-cigarettes, PVs or...
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    You sir, no longer have a customer!

    Electronic Cigarette sales lesson #1: "Don't ever berate another vaper or his setup" Reminds me of elitist record store salesmen, "you seriously listen to that garbage?" Meh...wipe their dust from your feet and give someone else your business. There are plenty of places that will be happy to...
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    FDA So what might really happen with regulations/bans? Should we be stocking up?

    My sentiments exactly! If they wanted to kill e cigarettes they should have done it years ago. It's now grown into a huge market that's both creating jobs and keeping money flowing. E cigarettes aren't going anywhere in the USA. There's just too much at stake. Where we really need to focus is...
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    Help With Stripped Threads: Innoken iTaste SVD

    I recently bought a new Innoken iTaste SVD which quickly became the pride of my vaping collection, replacing the VAMO which was the previous favorite. Disappointment is setting in as I've had this thing less than 2 months and the threads are already near completely stripped. To be fair, I am...
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    Just Prepared for the Vaping Apocalypse!

    Seriously...you all worry too much. DIYers are probably the safest bunch of capers in the nation. It will be difficult to tax Nic concentrate IMHO. Those who need to worry about highest taxes are the ones who buy pre-filled carts and cartons or those who buy pre-mixed, flavored juice...
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    Just Prepared for the Vaping Apocalypse!

    I love doomsayers...you folks help keep the cash flowing for the world. The FDA had a long term plan when they allowed us all to get a taste of vaping...and it had nothing to do with yanking them away from us. The worst thing this forum has done is to allow them to see exactly and...
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    Is Cloning Ethical?

    (I haven't read this entire thread so please forgive me if what I write is redundant or somewhat off-topic) If "cloning" PV products is something that's considered acceptable business practice in China, who am I to argue that? How arrogant it would be for me to dictate standards for ethical...
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    Africare™ 100% Glycerin...Safe For Making Juice?

    You're probably right. Maybe I'll give it a shot, for a small batch anyway...until I can get something different tomorrow. Surely I've put worse things into my lungs at some point throughout the wild & crazy life I've lived. Couldn't imagine it doing any worse damage than the 20+ years of 2...
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    Africare™ 100% Glycerin...Safe For Making Juice?

    Was out of Glycerin and out of juice, so made a quick run to my local Walgreen's to see what they had available. This Africare™ brand was the only one they carried (according to the clerk) so I picked it up even though it doesn't have the USP marking. It does say 100% Glycerin and claims to be...
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    variable voltage...can't get into it!!!!!

    yep, I agree with others here...low resistance coils is your problem! Needa get 2.0Ω or higher. Personally I prefer 2.4Ω or higher, with 2.8Ω or 3.0Ω as my prime spot. I'm also going to suggest getting a better mod, something with a 18650 battery. When I first stepped into the realm of mods I...
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    What's the WORST E-Liquid Flavor You've Ever Tried?

    Easy...CLOVE! Hands down the absolute worst flavor I ever had. Not sure if it was the brand I tried (Dekang, I think) or the flavor in general. I used to love smoking clove cigarettes on occasion, as a special treat to myself. Was hoping to get a little of the same satisfaction from the...
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    I guess it's official!

    I went to a new doctor recently and experienced the same feeling when the nurse asked me if I smoke. It had been 20+ years since I got to say 'No, I don't smoke'
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    Not much now, but 5 days with NO analogs

    You're wrong!! 5 days is very much! It's a start and it's a great step to take after 35 years of smoking. Don't downplay that one bit...it's a huge thing, and you should be proud of it!
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    Your Thoughts on Non-Smokers Turned Vapers?

    Being a recovering alcoholic...I most definitely would discourage a friend from taking his first drink of alcohol! Especially if he had never tried it before! There's a HUGE difference between discouraging a friend or family member from taking up a new habit that may come with hazards we are...
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    How many is enough for now?

    Totally agreed! They are very easy and hassle free for beginners and vets alike. I got my step-dad to start vaping last summer and he never really jumped in until a few months ago when I set him up with a mini Vivi Nova. Now I'm having to make him new juice weekly. He's older and has lost all...
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    Your Thoughts on Non-Smokers Turned Vapers?

    Showing support for your business is one reason I could probably go along with a non-smoker taking up vaping 0 Nicotine. After all...how can you possibly sell something to another if you won't use the product yourself?
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    I'm new to vaping and now the feds want to what?

    Sorry, but I'm going to disagree here. Lots of people start out with the low concentrates when getting into DIY and I recommend recommend against it in every case. The reason I disagree is a simple matter of cost. 100mg/ml Nicotine goes further than 48mg/ml (or whatever). Although it may...
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    Your Thoughts on Non-Smokers Turned Vapers?

    I have never experienced this. I don't know why someone who doesn't smoke would bother buying an e-cigarette. It makes no sense to me at all. I would personally discourage it for anyone who doesn't smoke. As much as I love vaping and will work hard to get my smoking friends and family to...
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    How many is enough for now?

    I suggest buying as much as you can afford! It won't go to waste...you will use it eventually, and it's always good to have plenty of backup supplies. I'm not sure what your setup is but I also suggest buying a Vivi Nova asap. Either a standard or mini will do just fine...you won't regret it...
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    Vision Vivi Nova Heads Have Incorrect Ohm Rating Stamped On Them

    That's a great point! Many people have a tendency to blame the retailer for problem products. Unless you're buying direct, you really can't hold the retailer responsible for the quality of the product. When it comes to PV hardware, we all know it comes from China. We all know Chinese quality...