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    Screen shot from AliExpress search fo ecigarette.
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    So trying to get anything from AliExpress is off the table.
     

    Ericsgreen

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    ...., that's not good but I kinda expect any bigger companies in China, especially that sell lot of other non vape gear are gonna stop shipping here, too much to lose in legit sales, but we'll still have a couple options I think. fast tech could go either way but hiliq, they're gonna stay good I think and maybe the 3f vape sourcemore type places. It'd be a hard blow to lose fast tech, that was kinda a one off for me? But I still think this news is great for business and it's been twice in the past we freaked out, this one is different but personally I feel calmer now, I'm fully in with a few k but I just have a feeling the sky isn't falling completely, hope I'm not wrong
     
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    Ericsgreen

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    From myvpro, I think these guys are in a hard spot, didn't want to post news too early and slow sales when they're not sure if they're gonna get stuck with piles of merch, but I'd bet it all element and DNA are fully locked with alt carriers, it'd be nice if we can continue at a similar clip and new people can still get help online to stay healthy
     

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    DaveP

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    Let us not forget the current climate where neighbors rat on neighbors which will be encouraged. I remember last year about this time a neighbor calling the cops on me because I was running at 6 AM alone in my own driveway without a mask. Yeah they are that petty.

    If it is completely banned neighbors will rat on anyone they think has anything. I have no doubt about that.

    I live in a neighborhood with covenants that aren't strictly enforced unless the violation isn't blatant. Some communities have ridiculous rules with fines that make little sense.

    Smokers who quit and still crave a smoke can be the worst. I'm 12 years out from my last cigarette, but sometimes when I encounter someone smoking before going into a store the odor is enticing and other times it's gross.
     

    Rossum

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    When this thread first started I had no plan to start stocking up. Now I have a lifetime supply of nic base (I’m 80 years old), I just laid in 100 coils, I have 2 units I use daily and 5 new ones in stock. About a years supply of VG & PG but that should be available for some time to come. I can thumb my nose at these .....’s that think they know what’s best for me
    +1000
     

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    So far, FT has said shipping is normal. We shall see how the chip will fall with them.

    Well - No changes yet . . . .I placed an order on March 1st and as of yesterday finally got email notice package was "Shipped via United States Express ePacket" . . . AND - Tracking shows:

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    Label Created, not yet in system
    A status update is not yet available on your package. It will be available when the shipper provides an update or the package is delivered to USPS. Check back soon.



    SO - We'll see . . . Just Sayin' . . . :rolleyes:


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    smacuser

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    SO - We'll see . . . Just Sayin' . . . :rolleyes:

    I made that final Pico order and some Ares And Berserker replacement glass last week. My PP was accepted straight away. As a tribute of sorts, I went with the free shipping.

    We'll see...Wish me luck :pop:
     

    DaveP

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    I knew that I was not ready, but there is little one can do on a fixed income. It's not like I can run out and buy $5,000 worth of goods, it takes time.

    I have quite a few supplies but my stash of vape mods is very low. I only have 2 remaining after a Wismec Tinker 2 quit on me the other day. It was rated as IP67 and shockproof but started malfunctioning the other day.

    What I am going to do is to save $500, and for every $500 that I save, I will find a vape shop that will order for me more IP67/shockproof mods, and I'll order them in bulk until I have 100 mods or so.

    The best thing you can do for vaping longevity is to use rebuildable atomizers. All you need is a coil of stainless steel or Kanthal wire and a box of cotton to change wicks and wind coils and you're good for a couple of years or more making coils for your atomizers. Both of those items have multiple uses outside of vaping, so they will be available after everything else is off the market.
     

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    I made that final Pico order and some Ares And Berserker replacement glass last week. My PP was accepted straight away. As a tribute of sorts, I went with the free shipping.

    We'll see...Wish me luck :pop:

    GOOD LUCK ! ! !

    OK - Had to use prepaid gift card, wouldn't take PP, I guess because my order was coils. . . Yes - took Free Shipping too, since there is no rush . . . . Just Sayin' . . . :rolleyes:

    Oh YEA - I wonder who will get their order first . . . :?:

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    BTW: you'll know if FT upgraded your package to "USPS Expedited" because at some point (a few days after shipment) USPS tracking will show...

    Departed Shipping Partner Facility, USPS Awaiting Item
    COMPTON, CA 90220
    (or possibly some other city)
    Shipping Partner: DHL ECOMMERCE
     

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    From myvpro, I think these guys are in a hard spot, didn't want to post news too early and slow sales when they're not sure if they're gonna get stuck with piles of merch, but I'd bet it all element and DNA are fully locked with alt carriers, it'd be nice if we can continue at a similar clip and new people can still get help online to stay healthy
    Good for them & wishing them all the luck in the world, of course. But prices are gonna go up significantly, which will deter customers old & new. Then, come September, just about everything will be illegal to sell anyway.
     

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    I have so many orders outstanding I should have started a spreadsheet.
    Snagged another QP juggerknot MR today bring it to a total of 3 plus a lot of spare orings, screws, glass as well. I think it is my new favorite just above the Intake singles. Shipping from Canada isn't the cheapest but I can't be picky right now.
    I think I got the last two intakes anywhere a week ago from FT. Out of nowhere two blue ones showed up.
    About 8 new 21700 mods and just one 18650 because I know my smaller built in battery mods I run around town with won't last for ever. I grabbed an Eleaf iStick Pico 2 75W. Should fit in the pocket easily.
    This is smallest mod I could find that would hold my 26+ wide RTAs. Sort of hard to find right now. Think it is coming from 3F.
     

    Ericsgreen

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    I have so many orders outstanding I should have started a spreadsheet.
    Snagged another QP juggerknot MR today bring it to a total of 3 plus a lot of spare orings, screws, glass as well. I think it is my new favorite just above the Intake singles. Shipping from Canada isn't the cheapest but I can't be picky right now.
    I think I got the last two intakes anywhere a week ago from FT. Out of nowhere two blue ones showed up.
    About 8 new 21700 mods and just one 18650 because I know my smaller built in battery mods I run around town with won't last for ever. I grabbed an Eleaf iStick Pico 2 75W. Should fit in the pocket easily.
    This is smallest mod I could find that would hold my 26+ wide RTAs. Sort of hard to find right now. Think it is coming from 3F.

    Howd you pay for 3f? They told me had to western union... I settled and went elsewhere. I need a couple more atomizers, maybe a couple few, my oldest rebuilable is 4 yrs old and the 24k gold plating has worn, can't get it cleaned up enough to really enjoy it, these things are just a consumable no matter how much glass, orings and grub screws I have for it, anyone have thoughts on that? Different stainless or ages on old high end atomizers?
     

    Myrany

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    Howd you pay for 3f? They told me had to western union... I settled and went elsewhere. I need a couple more atomizers, maybe a couple few, my oldest rebuilable is 4 yrs old and the 24k gold plating has worn, can't get it cleaned up enough to really enjoy it, these things are just a consumable no matter how much glass, orings and grub screws I have for it, anyone have thoughts on that? Different stainless or ages on old high end atomizers?
    My nearly 8 year old RM2s are still going strong. I run them through a sonic cleaner now and then (with plain water in it) and they degunk just fine. Same goes for my equally ancient IGO-L Drippers.
     

    pt91

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    Howd you pay for 3f? They told me had to western union... I settled and went elsewhere. I need a couple more atomizers, maybe a couple few, my oldest rebuilable is 4 yrs old and the 24k gold plating has worn, can't get it cleaned up enough to really enjoy it, these things are just a consumable no matter how much glass, orings and grub screws I have for it, anyone have thoughts on that? Different stainless or ages on old high end atomizers?
    3f was by CC. I remember it rejected/cancelled the first one on amex. I tried again with a Visa and it went through and is shipped.
    I must have 50 or more attys and I don't think any have degraded over the years . I don't like flashy so all are gunmetal, SS or black. The exception are the 2 blue intake single RTAs I have coming. Couldn't be picky about the color.
    I really like the QP MRs and seem very solid. The plus is buying direct from them they offer full kits for orings, glass and screws/grubs. I panicked yesterday when they went OOS but they emailed me that they would have a few up today so I snagged a SS plus many spare parts.
     

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