On stockpiling after FDA deeming regulations

[bnrkwest]

Does anyone have bad things to say about Wizard Labs? I've only used NN...

I did do a search and feedback was mostly very positive, especially about quality.

I have only used Wizard and no complaints. My 3 year frozen Wizard nic was clear and fresh when I took it out recently, vaping it now. I did order some Nude nic just to have on hand but the rest I have is Wizard.

 

[Yiana]

I finally made a 1.35 ohm coil for my zmax v3 i picked back in January for $9.99. Not bad. Seems like a sturdy mod.

So now I'm thinking I could do that ohm and go ahead and pick up a Provari when I get paid July 3rd. I have a question though...the zmax is telescoping so it fits a 18650. Do provaris have the capacity to be able to use that size? Because I really don't want to have different size batteries as I have a subox mini and also plan on getting a pico too.

 

[bnrkwest]

I finally made a 1.35 ohm coil for my zmax v3 i picked back in January for $9.99. Not bad. Seems like a sturdy mod.

So now I'm thinking I could do that ohm and go ahead and pick up a Provari when I get paid July 3rd. I have a question though...the zmax is telescoping so it fits a 18650. Do provaris have the capacity to be able to use that size? Because I really don't want to have different size batteries as I have a subox mini and also plan on getting a pico too.

Yes they have an extension cap for bigger batts, read the specs on the model you are looking at and it has all the info listed. I am so tempted to buy another, I have 3 already tho But the prices are so good right now!

 

[Yiana]

I keep my 60ml nic bottle that I use to mix with in a dark cool place and it's been there since December and it's fine I'm not sure for longer time periods. The rest of my nic is in the freezer though.

So, as someone who doesn't have a freezer to put Nic in at the moment (please no judging - my current loving situation with my parents means my chest freezer needs to stay in storage and I can't keep Nic in my parents freezer upstairs), would keeping something like the Nude Armor in their sealed containers in ammo cans in our cool basement for a year or so alter things too much? I may even use my food saver vacuum sealer to put an extra layer on the outside of the bottles. What do you think?


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[DancingHeretik]

I finally made a 1.35 ohm coil for my zmax v3 i picked back in January for $9.99. Not bad. Seems like a sturdy mod.

So now I'm thinking I could do that ohm and go ahead and pick up a Provari when I get paid July 3rd. I have a question though...the zmax is telescoping so it fits a 18650. Do provaris have the capacity to be able to use that size? Because I really don't want to have different size batteries as I have a subox mini and also plan on getting a pico too.

The standard 2.5 uses an 18490/18500 battery. You'll need to get an extension cap or tube to use an 18650. The Mini uses an 18350, so you'll need an extension cap and tube or 2 extension tubes to use an 18650.

I'm assuming you're going to buy a 2.5. They're by far the cheapest.

 

[drmarble]

So, as someone who doesn't have a freezer to put Nic in at the moment (please no judging - my current loving situation with my parents means my chest freezer needs to stay in storage and I can't keep Nic in my parents freezer upstairs), would keeping something like the Nude Armor in their sealed containers in ammo cans in our cool basement for a year or so alter things too much? I may even use my food saver vacuum sealer to put an extra layer on the outside of the bottles. What do you think?

It isn't optimal storage but the nicotine will be lots better than no nicotine in a few years. I've kept some 100mg/ml in VG that I've kept out for over two years in a room that gets up into the 90s in the summer. I was unenlightened when I got it. It has gotten a little peppery and a bit dark but I still happily vape it. My flavors cover it up just fine but I even vape it unflavored lots of the time. Luckily, my wife has wanted a chest freezer for a while so I will make her happy and buy a 7 cubic foot'er. That will hold my 30 year stash, which should arrive on Thursday. Various soups, chilies, sauces and meats will also have a home in there.
Sub-optimally stored nic is much better than no nic at all. Go for it.

 

[DancingHeretik]

So, as someone who doesn't have a freezer to put Nic in at the moment (please no judging - my current loving situation with my parents means my chest freezer needs to stay in storage and I can't keep Nic in my parents freezer upstairs), would keeping something like the Nude Armor in their sealed containers in ammo cans in our cool basement for a year or so alter things too much? I may even use my food saver vacuum sealer to put an extra layer on the outside of the bottles. What do you think?


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I've kept nic for a couple of years just sitting in boxes in my closet. What I've used of my old nic so far seems fine.

 

[Yiana]

Yes they have an extension cap for bigger batts, read the specs on the model you are looking at and it has all the info listed. I am so tempted to buy another, I have 3 already tho But the prices are so good right now!

Cool. So I would just have to order an extension cap when I order one. I usually do .5 - 1. but doing 1.3 is fine too as I am seeing now. I thought provari is a solid choice for long term reliability so I should pick one up. Hopefully they'll still have them cheap when I have money to do so.

Funny, when I used to use nautilus minis the ohms were 1.8. Oh, how some of our vaping styles change over time. Especially from going from cartos and evods and what not. My first vape experience was cigalikes but I moved up within a few months. I've been vaping for three years now and do not plan on quitting ever!

 

[Yiana]

The standard 2.5 uses an 18490/18500 battery. You'll need to get an extension cap or tube to use an 18650. The Mini uses an 18350, so you'll need an extension cap and tube or 2 extension tubes to use an 18650.

I'm assuming you're going to buy a 2.5. They're by far the cheapest.

Yep. 2.5 is what I am going to buy. So for that just one extension tube. Thanks all, that's why I love this place!

 

[bnrkwest]

Cool. So I would just have to order an extension cap when I order one. I usually do .5 - 1. but doing 1.3 is fine too as I am seeing now. I thought provari is a solid choice for long term reliability so I should pick one up. Hopefully they'll still have them cheap when I have money to do so.

Funny, when I used to use nautilus minis the ohms were 1.8. Oh, how some of our vaping styles change over time. Especially from going from cartos and evods and what not. My first vape experience was cigalikes but I moved up within a few months. I've been vaping for three years now and do not plan on quitting ever!

This is the one that can take the 18650 batt with extension cap ProVari™ Variable Voltage V2.5 with Digital Display - Satin Silver

 

[bnrkwest]

This is the Provari I got that takes all 3 size batts, was not planning on spending that much but my last hurrah! ProVari 3 (P3) - Gun Metal Zenkote

This one can do sub ohm, not what got it for but it can take low ohms

 

[bnrkwest]

I also found some 3 yr old nic stored at room temp in the dark, it had turned a light yellow but not bad. Vaping it now, not bad but my frozen 3 yr old nic was much fresher tasting. This was Wizard nic.

 

[grandmato5]

So, as someone who doesn't have a freezer to put Nic in at the moment (please no judging - my current loving situation with my parents means my chest freezer needs to stay in storage and I can't keep Nic in my parents freezer upstairs), would keeping something like the Nude Armor in their sealed containers in ammo cans in our cool basement for a year or so alter things too much? I may even use my food saver vacuum sealer to put an extra layer on the outside of the bottles. What do you think?


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Kept in a cool dark place with an extra layer on the outside your nic will be fine for a year or so.

 

[crxess]

May I ask from whom (and price) you're getting 200mg/ml strength nic? That would be a real space saver, and since I already have to suit up to work with 100mg, not much diff in hassle.

Ecigexpress
200mg Wholesale Nicotine - 1 Liter

* I won't Buy Nic from eliq, or anything else from a Company that wants people to Believe they were first to invent everything e-cig

 

[xwarp]

If I vape 80%vg, should my nic be 100% vg?

I've got 3 liters of 100mg nic in 100%vg.

Any reason that I should get a liter or two of 100% pg?

 

[Yiana]

If I vape 80%vg, should my nic be 100% vg?

I've got 3 liters of 100mg nic in 100%vg.

Any reason that I should get a liter or two of 100% pg?

The only pg I use is what is in the flavors. I only buy vg. So, if that is what you are shooting for I see no reason the buy it in pg. I think it lasts longer in vg, but I could stand corrected.

 

[Yiana]

I must say I am really loving this zmax 3.

 

[Iron Molly]

So, as someone who doesn't have a freezer to put Nic in at the moment (please no judging - my current loving situation with my parents means my chest freezer needs to stay in storage and I can't keep Nic in my parents freezer upstairs), would keeping something like the Nude Armor in their sealed containers in ammo cans in our cool basement for a year or so alter things too much? I may even use my food saver vacuum sealer to put an extra layer on the outside of the bottles. What do you think?


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For the past four years of DIY, I've been keeping my nic (and flavors) in an empty cooler in my basement. I just opened a new bottle that had been in the cooler for three years, and it's perfectly clear. I imagine you would be fine for a year, especially if you have the Armor and don't open it. The only bottle I have that oxidized was a liter of 100 mg/ml that I didn't split. It took me a couple years to work through it, and by the end it was pretty iffy, but vapeable (for me anyway). Waste not want not!

 

[Yiana]

For the past four years of DIY, I've been keeping my nic (and flavors) in an empty cooler in my basement. I just opened a new bottle that had been in the cooler for three years, and it's perfectly clear. I imagine you would be fine for a year, especially if you have the Armor and don't open it. The only bottle I have that oxidized was a liter of 100 mg/ml that I didn't split. It took me a couple years to work through it, and by the end it was pretty iffy, but vapeable (for me anyway). Waste not want not!

I have all mine split up, but when I get my last two liters I was going to wait to do it. You think keeping them in the liter makes it not last as long? What about if I got glass liters for it do you think that make a difference? My other liters are broke down in 120ml bottles.

 

[choochoogranny]

For those looking to buy a ProVari 2.5, all sized batteries you buy need to be button top.