I agree.
There's 2 sides to this.
1. Chopper is not "addicted" to this or so obsessed that this forum or the "side work" he has lined up takes #1 priority. This is completely understandable and acceptable. He has a family and I see it daily when my vape time takes away from my family or work the repercussions that come about. He's basically doing us a favor for doing this at the prices he is. I've had things powder coated previously and he isn't tens of dollars cheaper, he's $100's cheaper. That being said if it takes time (read- longer than you would like) it should be acceptable to those who understand he has other priorities that put the food on his table and family. Those of you that don't think it's acceptable either do not have a family, don't understand what other priorities other than vaping are, or are just idiots who don't care.
2. This is all perception. Some who see this post under suppliers and see a service being offered may think this is 100% a full time business. There is pricing on services, what services are offered and how to obtain those services In that regard there is a "reasonable" amount of time a service should be rendered. It would be ridiculous for a mechanic to take a week to change the oil on a car...ect. So to some the perception is that they will send their units (yes I said unit) in and have a quick turnaround.
The truth is that as long as chopper wants to continue to do us the favor of polishing, powder coating, and other things to our devices and as long as expectations are set there should be no problems.
I messages chopper over a week ago regarding some work. I have not heard back. That is perfectly ok with me. It is not life or death that I get my provari powder coated NOW! And if/when I do send it to him (or deliver - only 2hrs away) he will be able to keep it until its done. I have backups and would rather it take 3 months to come out perfect than to be rushed in 1 week. This man may have a demanding job, a family that requires attention (which one doesn't?) and a LIFE outside of the fantasy land of ecf. As long as he's doing me the favor of making my stuff look awesome and at amazing prices - I can surely do him the favor of spending Time taking care of his responsibilities that actually matter to him.
It all boils down to idiots, perception, him doing us a favor, and respect.
If you can't respect the fact that this is a hobby and he does not live for ecf than you should take your equipment and complaints elsewhere.
To chopper - don't quit on those of us who understand and appreciate you for what you do.
To those with an issue - take your pv's and shove em. Don't ruin it for the rest of us who actually understand.
I don't usually chime in on stuff like this but I felt the need to this time.
Crispy
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