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  1. ropetrick

    alternative for CE user?

    I've been vaping almost three years, and for the past 18 months or so have completely checked out of the ever-evolving PV world because I was happy with my CE2/Riva setup. Now that CE cartos are almost impossible to find, I'm searching for an equivalent. I strongly prefer the taste of the...
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    Riva and Cones With Cartomizers

    I know everyone needed yet another Riva review, right? After almost a year of happily using my standard 510 setup (and never having lost a battery to failure, by the way), I decided to get a Riva from Liberty Flights for an upcoming vacation so I wouldn't have to wrestle so much with recharging...
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    aluminum 510 cases?

    Anyone know any other vendors who sell this case? https://www.cignot.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=510-CAS-ALL
  4. ropetrick

    springtime for clearos (heat makes 'em leak)

    I don't really mean to use the thread subject to compare clearomizers to Hitler, because I do love the way they vape... but today was really warm in Georgia, and I discovered a new fact about clearos to add to my apparently infinite list of gripes: when they are left in a hot car (and presumably...
  5. ropetrick

    you know you're sick when...

    ... a single standard 510 battery lasts you two days. Nothing makes you want less nicotine quite as well as nausea. I thought about quitting altogether (vaping, that is), but I really don't think I want to. I do think I might get out of the "eternal search for vaping perfection" fray, though...
  6. ropetrick

    Has a CE2 carto ruined vaping for me?

    Okay, I was kidding with the subject line. But I just filled one with RY4 this morning (without cleaning) and it tasted like the a..s of a goat with leprosy. I stopped vaping it two hours ago and I can still taste the nasty. I think my brain is just imprinting the smell on me so I know to stay...
  7. ropetrick

    clearomizer quality control

    From a single 5-pack of clearomizers, I had one notably longer tube (are these things cut by hand??), one without a wick, and one that leaks like a boyless dike. All of them are prone to spinning on their battery connectors. I hope they get these things right some day.
  8. ropetrick

    clearomizers almost certainly contain BPA

    I have no interest in creating a firestorm over this, but I think it's important for us to pay attention to. For the record, I'm discouraged by all of this because I've grown to love clearomizers and just ordered some this morning. "Eric" at Royalsmokers clarified for me this morning that the...
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    clearomizers and BPA?

    Does anyone know what type of plastic is used for clearomizers? I'm a little concerned about inhaling BPA, and these cartos at least superficially fit the bill for being made of polycarbonate plastic that could contain it. But the Royal Smokers packaging that came with mine doesn't have any...
  10. ropetrick

    best cartomizers for standard 510

    I've been searching the forums for a day, and I'm still unclear on what will suit me best, so let me tell you what I'm looking for and maybe someone can help. I'm looking for the best experience on standard 3.7v 510 batteries. Prefer soft cap. I have tried two cartomizers: Boge and Smok...
  11. ropetrick

    ElectronicStix 510 passthrough

    I received my third passthrough a few days ago (gave one away, bought this one for the office) from ExlectronicStix. Some initial thoughts on this model... ElectronicStix 5 Volt Passthrough It seems very well constructed in some ways. The connectors are well-reinforced, and the coil section...
  12. ropetrick

    passthrough power supplies on woot?

    Woot.com is featuring 5V,1A USB power supplies today that might be appropriate for certain direct passthroughs. (I know my iPod supply with those specs supplies all three of my passthroughs just fine). The deal is two wall charger supplies, two car chargers, and two iPod/iPhone cables for...
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    Weird DealExtreme shipment

    I just received two bottles of MB juice out of the blue from DX. They shorted me a cheapo kit a while back, so I imagine this is to make up for that, but there was no note of explanation at all. Strange, but okay. The juice (haven't tried it yet) bottles were both marked MB Low (whatever "low"...
  14. ropetrick

    LorAnn Naturals caramel

    Bought this from OneStopDIYShop a few weeks ago and mixed it up at 20% flavoring, 18 mg nic. I tried it at the time, but set it aside and just got back to it today. One of the problems I've had with DIY is that most flavorings have this really odd chemical taste. It's pronounced in artificial...
  15. ropetrick

    PA RY4 flavoring

    I realize that RY4 is wildly (and perhaps famously) varied from creator to creator. I just received a bottle of The Perfumer's Apprentice RY4 concentrate from OneStopDIYShop, and it seems really off the map. The PA site suggests it has a floral note, which I think I'm tasting, but there seems...
  16. ropetrick

    Durable printing of graduations on syringes

    I've been DIYing for about two months, and often measure out the components in oral syringes. I've gone through several, though, because the printing fades fast with the frequent washing. I hate the tedium and imprecision of counting drops. So, anyone know of a product to replace these...
  17. ropetrick

    Permanent USB Outlet for Passthroughs

    In the event you often use your passthrough from a spot very near a wall outlet, this excellent little product might be of interest: Power, Outlet: U-Socket, Dual Socket/ Dual USB, 110V, TruePower - U-Socket Power Outlet With Built in USB Ports
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    DIYFlavorShack First Order

    Got my first order from DIYFlavorShack today, and they'll be getting my business again. The order shipped in an acceptable timeframe, and was accurate. The little things made it a particularly good experience. I gather it's common for them to ship a few extras with orders. Mine were awesome...
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    wicking and pg/vg mix

    Just a note for newbies... After a couple of months of steady vaping, I finally discovered why my refilled carts were not working properly. I was using too much VG in my DIY mix, and the stuff was simply too thick to wick properly. Now it seems perfectly obvious, and since I know what to look...
  20. ropetrick

    turning the corner

    I'm down to 1-2 analogs a day, and I now find that I can't usually smoke more than half of one at a time. It's started taking on that nasty taste I remember from when I started slipping after 11 months on the wagon. I credit e-cigs for this. The experience is so much more pleasurable, analogs...