Done lots of reading/learning & will place my first order with Modern Vapor, but have questions

[SharonW]

Hello to the rest of the kiddies in the wadding pool here! I'm hoping someone with experience (since I can't post elsewhere being new and all) might answer a few questions about Modern Vapor for me.

First, I don't want anyone to try and talk me out of buying from there...waste of time. It meets my current needs and desires for trying this whole vaping thing out. I've been smoking since I was fourteen and would love it if this can either reduce my dependency on cigs or eliminate it altogether. MV seems to have quite an excellent reputation and the whole kit and kaboodle, one-stop-shopping for what I want.

Anyway, the first question is regarding something I read on this site on some other thread. I read that ECF members get a 20% discount with coupon code 20ecf. That code was posted about six months ago so I wanted to know 1) Is this true? and 2) Is that discount still valid? I could not find any further information about it on this site or on MV's site.

Such a discount is really important to me as I'm currently unemployed and have a VISA gift card with a limited amount on it that I had planned on using for the bulk of my purchase, but I will also be making an immediate second purchase out of my own funds. I'm fashioning together enough starter stuff not just for me, but I want to give my son and his girlfriend some basics to start with, too, as Xmas gifts. The first order on the gift card will be large enough to get the free shipping. Yeah, I know how to squeeze a nickel till it cries.

My second question is regarding the various juices. They have the regular PG juice as well as a PG/VG juice combo. Outside of the obvious difference in ingredients, what are the pros and cons of combining VG juice with PG? Is it a health thing, a flavor thing, a throat hit thing or what? And does the combo juice affect the various hardware components better or worse or the same?

Thanks so much in advance to anyone who can help me out!

 

[DocWyatt]

Well, you can just put the discount code in their site when you fill your cart and see if it works. if it doesn't, then don't order.

If funds are an issue, I would consider the deal from Liberty Flights right now. You can buy a genuine Joye Ego kit for $40 after ECF discount.

That is the best deal ever. There were about 10 left at that price last I checked a couple of hours ago.... The discount code is ECF.

 

[DocWyatt]

Sorry... just looked for you... they are all gone. That didn't take long. There was 14 available about 2 hours ago...

As far as your other question, probably best to go with 50/50 to start out.

PG is what most mass marketing ecigs use.

PG = more throat hit

VG = more vapor, a bit less flavor

 

[KissMint]

All gone. How come I didn't get an email about stock update. I saw one last time.

 

[DocWyatt]

Sorry Kiss. They have more, just at the regular price, lol. I ordered one for backup...

 

[Katya]

Sharon, if you can wait, they are getting more Riva kits, and those are $29. Better yet, get on a waiting list and they'll let you know as soon as they get them back in stock. Same batteries as the eGo, 10 bucks less, and a much nicer button (IMO).

 

[WomanOfHeart]

Welcome to ECF! Regarding your question about juice:

PG = Throat Hit. The more PG in your juice, the stronger the TH.
VG = Vapor. The more VG in your juice, the more vapor it will produce. VG is thicker and adds a little bit of sweetness, but it can also mute some flavors.
The percentage of each in your juice is completely up to you and what you like. Some people vape 100% PG, some vape 100% VG. A lot of us use a combination of the two. I vape either 50PG/50VG or 60PG/40VG. I'm not much for a strong TH, but I love lots of vapor.

 

[Koh]

About the second question you asked, I think I have read some infos from here ECF.

Basically, e-juices were made of PG from the start but some people seemed allergic to that stuff. That's why VG came up as the alternative. Although it has to do with allergic response for particular individuals, it's not likely that one is more harmful than another(, or at least that's what I know of at the moment.)

PG and VG do differ in terms of throat hit and amount of vapor they produce. PG gives strong TH, whereas VG gives much more amount of vapor. Pros of PG/VG mix? Two-birds-one-stone idea? Idk

I hope that's what you were asking, and correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[DocWyatt]

Good first post Koh....welcome... you are correct on all accounts.

 

[SharonW]

Yes, I thought of just trying the code, but you would not believe how specifically I'm tailoring my first order on the Visa gift card in order to 1) max out the card, 2) get the free shipping, 3) get the most product. I do have another code for first timers for 15 percent, but will have to re-tailor the first order for that. See, and you thought it was an easy problem.

If nobody knows for certain, I guess I might work up a just in case order for the 15% discount. Still it would be good to know if the place I'm hoping to buy from again and again offers members here 20% off.

 

[SharonW]

Welcome to ECF! Regarding your question about juice:

PG = Throat Hit. The more PG in your juice, the stronger the TH.
VG = Vapor. The more VG in your juice, the more vapor it will produce. VG is thicker and adds a little bit of sweetness, but it can also mute some flavors.
The percentage of each in your juice is completely up to you and what you like. Some people vape 100% PG, some vape 100% VG. A lot of us use a combination of the two. I vape either 50PG/50VG or 60PG/40VG. I'm not much for a strong TH, but I love lots of vapor.

Thanks for the info. I guess maybe I should try the two different types they offer and see how they feel and taste to me.

I must say, I'm shocked how many replies there were to this thread already. I figured I'd just check in before I got ready for bed to see if "anyone" had replied. LOL I was dumbfounded when I saw 8 replies.

 

[slin]

Sharon, if you can wait, they are getting more Riva kits, and those are $29. Better yet, get on a waiting list and they'll let you know as soon as they get them back in stock. Same batteries as the eGo, 10 bucks less, and a much nicer button (IMO).

agree with you there .... i have both riva 510 and 901 ...so cheap at 29.99 and 2.99 shipping

 

[SharonW]

agree with you there .... i have both riva 510 and 901 ...so cheap at 29.99 and 2.99 shipping

No disrespect intended, but I meant it when I said I'm sold on ordering from Modern Vapor. However, thanks to everyone mentioning other places for big discounts. It's kindly.

 

[SharonW]

About the second question you asked, I think I have read some infos from here ECF.

Basically, e-juices were made of PG from the start but some people seemed allergic to that stuff. That's why VG came up as the alternative. Although it has to do with allergic response for particular individuals, it's not likely that one is more harmful than another(, or at least that's what I know of at the moment.)

PG and VG do differ in terms of throat hit and amount of vapor they produce. PG gives strong TH, whereas VG gives much more amount of vapor. Pros of PG/VG mix? Two-birds-one-stone idea? Idk

I hope that's what you were asking, and correct me if I'm wrong.

Well, just look at you! You're a smarter newbie than I! Or maybe you're an old-hand at vaping who only just started posting? Regardless, thanks for the assistance and essentially reinforcing what others said. Yes, that's what I was asking.

The other thing was regarding whether or not anyone noticed different juices affected their hardware differently, i.e. gunking up a vaporizer more quickly...like that.

 

[xg4bx]

Yes, I thought of just trying the code, but you would not believe how specifically I'm tailoring my first order on the Visa gift card in order to 1) max out the card, 2) get the free shipping, 3) get the most product. I do have another code for first timers for 15 percent, but will have to re-tailor the first order for that. See, and you thought it was an easy problem.

If nobody knows for certain, I guess I might work up a just in case order for the 15% discount. Still it would be good to know if the place I'm hoping to buy from again and again offers members here 20% off.

i know the feeling lol. i suppose the best bet would be to add everything to your cart, enter the code and get a total. it should give you the total before you go through the checkout process.

edit-the 20% off code doesn't work, i just did a dry run.

 

[kelleymcm]

I would just email them & ask.... or hey they have a 1-877-312-ECIG (3244) toll free number.... can't hurt to try

And the gift card ordering...... been there
I just did one the other day & got within 1cent of the balance of the card
It was great !! Made ordering that much more fun to have gotten so close !! Good luck with it all !
And IMHO VG rocks !!!!

was just looking @ that site ...wonder what their models are ?
they are very Blu etc, proprietary lookin' not really bad prices tho ????
you SURE you don't want more popular , buy parts anywhere type stuff ???

sorry ...jus sayin' ............ compatibility really is key with these things & future purchases

 

[slin]

No disrespect intended, but I meant it when I said I'm sold on ordering from Modern Vapor. However, thanks to everyone mentioning other places for big discounts. It's kindly.

No disrespect intended. I wasn't pushing you to buy anything, i was just agreeing with Katya. I am a newbie as well. Good luck on your purchase.

 

[OldDragon]

I started with MV in june, good service and kits. Both of their smaller kits are 510 batteries threaded, so no problems working on 510 equipment. I would get the manual buttons, both of the auto batteries I got are now dead, but the manuals are still going strong. Also would get a passthru and be sure to get some juice.

 

[KissMint]

Sorry Kiss. They have more, just at the regular price, lol. I ordered one for backup...

Yea.. I want some for backup. Maybe I don't need a kit... can i use ego charger for riva 510 batts?

 

[Luvs5rugrats]

Just understand what the models are that Modern Vapor sells--basically prettied-up versions of the same models and kits you can get elsewhere for much less. I know you said your mind was absolutely set but then in your same post, you say you're unemployed and are looking to save some money, so I think people's suggestions for other sites are because of that situation, which a lot of us are in. I checked out MV a while ago and they are very elegant looking (I like the little holder dudes) but I'm on a tight budget myself. I'm not sincerely trying to talk you out of anything, just a money-saving suggestion and I have to waste some time right now anyway. LOL Just a take it or leave it thing, that's all.

It's sort of on the same line as how I can buy Fruit Loops and pay 3x more for Kellogs than what i pay for the store brand but the box is prettier and sometimes comes with a cute toy. But they taste the same. lol