On stockpiling after FDA deeming regulations

[JustWondering1]

Its starting:



This was in relation to coils......

Thanks for this. I am confused. I thought fast tech switched to Paypal because some credit card companies were no longer allowing vape product charges to go through. I sure hope we can find a work-around for this!! Otherwise, we may all have to elect a representative from among us and fund a trip over the Great Wall to ship all of us our vape supplies!!

 

[mikepetro]

Havent seen/heard this being enforced from anyone other Lonesome Vapes yet.

Posted by Randy Stearns on June 25, 2016

I got a notice this week from PayPal stating that I am breaking their "TOS" - Term of Service by selling tobacco related products on eBay. This came as shock to me, because the items in question have always been "ok" with eBay and PayPal. Well, now that PayPal is it's own company, they appear to be cracking down on Vape related sales. When I called them they specifically said part of the reason for this is because of the FDA proposal / rulings.

This really sucks as it could jeopardize my livelihood. I talked to them about putting me out of business, and they really don't give a ..... I just also think the writing is on the wall where ebay will crack down as well. Then all we will have left is the online retailers to fill in the gap.

Luckily, from having the web-site, I have a payment processor other than paypal - Authorize.net. We will see how customers react to not having PayPal available on my listings - tell you the truth, I'm worried. This is my livlihood and how I support myself and a family - so I hope it isn't too bad.

I think we are all in for some changes down the road, as all the "big guys" want to act like a bunch of pussies and eliminate vaping altogether. There is no doubt in my mind that the end of the online craze for vaping products is coming to an end, and as I said we will then be able to use the online shops for supplies, products and such.

Just keeping up with the times...and they aren't looking as rosy as they have in the past.

Randy Stearns

 

[dcdozer]

Since this is my first STM, could you tell me what that means? And should I be concerned? Seems to be vaping just fine.

It's not a big deal that causes a problem with vape quality or anything. It's just that the smaller, higher hole requires earlier refilling since the juice gets below the holes much earlier.

They seemed to release this new RBA with the Toptank to prevent leakage through the airholes when topfilling. We had a long discussion on the STM thread, and @LeoBak posted some great pics about the evolution.

 

[clnire]

If it comes to that (Fasttech can no longer use Paypal for vape gear), we can probably get around it like for Aspire products. Buy enough non vape stuff and then cancel the order for store credit (gift certificate or whatever they call it), then use those funds for your vape gear.

 

[dcdozer]

I just want to say something to all you fuc..., er, um, I mean nice people, whI keep trying to convert me (thru your continued praise of the STM) away from my RTA of choice(the KFL, of which i have 2, in one configuration or another, because it was my 1st RTA, I've been using it for less than 6 months, and I want to be as stubborn/cheap/simple as possible).

Stop. Please, for the love of God, stop.

All I've been able to amass so far is a single liter of 100mg nic. I already still have 125ml of 60mg to go through....thank goodness....

Every time I see a new STM post, and how it might have been the be-all-end-all RTA/RBA for me, I just think that you all are making me spend money I just don't have....

Godfundme, here I come....lol...

But, but, the STM is the best!

There's always a reason to doubt your choice. I've gone STM, but someone sent me down a rabbit hole by pointing out that the o rings aren't standard, and I won't be able to buy replacements in the future. Oh well. Stick a fork in me I'm done!

 

[JustWondering1]

If it comes to that (Fasttech can no longer use Paypal for vape gear), we can probably get around it like for Aspire products. Buy enough non vape stuff and then cancel the order for store credit (gift certificate or whatever they call it), then use those funds for your vape gear.

I love this work-around!! I had no idea there was an issue buying Aspire?

 

[JustWondering1]

But, but, the STM is the best!

There's always a reason to doubt your choice. I've gone STM, but someone sent me down a rabbit hole by pointing out that the o rings aren't standard, and I won't be able to buy replacements in the future. Oh well. Stick a fork in me I'm done!

But can't we stockpile the heck out of the STM o rings now to amass enough to last the rest of our lives?

 

[Bob Chill]

There is no doubt in my mind that FT or any other China supplier will make sure they can take our money for as long as absolutely possible.

My last 2 FT orders said electronic components on the package. They know what they are doing on all levels. Can they be eventually stopped? Yep. Will they work every possible angle to get around everything first? Yep

 

[zoiDman]

But can't we stockpile the heck out of the STM o rings now to amass enough to last the rest of our lives?

I got one of these...

$1.89 Colorful Silicon Seal Ring Set for SUBTANK Mini (10-Set) 10-pack - black at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

... and one of these...

$1.89 Colorful Silicon Seal Ring Set for SUBTANK Mini (10-Set) 10-pack - white at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

Figured that for less than 4 Bucks, that I'm set for Life.

LOL

 

[chanelvaps]

well I LOVE my Taifuns and would not, at this point, veer away for MTL. I use my STM at higher watts with more airflow. I will perform an experiment, try it and get back to you in a few

Maz
First off, I am sort of an in between MTL er and Lung hitter. Sort of half half. Also need to say I threw away all the a/f on my Taifuns because I like them wide open. The experiment was hindered a bit.
The STM, open to only the smallest hole, is a tighter draw than the Taifun wide open. I do not think I could vape it this way. That being said I cannot use a Taifun for more than 12 watts or so even wide open because it does not have enough air flow.
Hope all of this makes sense
(Tightest was STM with smallest hole only open)

 

[chanelvaps]

Maz
First off, I am sort of an in between MTL er and Lung hitter. Sort of half half. Also need to say I threw away all the a/f on my Taifuns because I like them wide open. The experiment was hindered a bit.
The STM, open to only the smallest hole, is a tighter draw than the Taifun wide open. I do not think I could vape it this way. That being said I cannot use a Taifun for more than 12 watts or so even wide open because it does not have enough air flow.
Hope all of this makes sense
(Tightest was STM with smallest hole only open)

I no longer have a Protank up and running to use in an experiment. Cheers

 

[dcdozer]

But can't we stockpile the heck out of the STM o rings now to amass enough to last the rest of our lives?

I'm well on my way to doing that! But then somebody mentioned that they'd dry out eventually. Ideas about storing them in water were out there. I stopped thinking about it and kept ordering o rings...

 

[Vandal]

$1.87 Replacement Tank Section for Kayfun 3.1 / Kayfun Lite (3 Pieces) 3-pack - ships with one of each color at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

Thank you again. Got assorted colors. That concludes my first ever, and possibly my last ever, order from Fasttech. It was all drip tips and various and sundry replacement parts. No problem paying w/ PayPal. I wonder when this might become an issue- if 8/8 will see a crackdown by PayPal.

 

[Rickb119]

It's not a big deal that causes a problem with vape quality or anything. It's just that the smaller, higher hole requires earlier refilling since the juice gets below the holes much earlier.

They seemed to release this new RBA with the Toptank to prevent leakage through the airholes when topfilling. We had a long discussion on the STM thread, and @LeoBak posted some great pics about the evolution.

Thanks. Now it makes sense.

Think I'll head over to the STM thread.

 

[Rickb119]

I'm well on my way to doing that! But then somebody mentioned that they'd dry out eventually. Ideas about storing them in water were out there. I stopped thinking about it and kept ordering o rings...

Got one of these? FoodSaver® The #1 Vacuum Sealing System

 

[b.m.]

If it comes to that (Fasttech can no longer use Paypal for vape gear), we can probably get around it like for Aspire products. Buy enough non vape stuff and then cancel the order for store credit (gift certificate or whatever they call it), then use those funds for your vape gear.

As far as i know,you should still be able to just buy gift certificates from Fasttech.That would be easier than trying to find other items at the same price,etc.

 

[Sara Love]

If you bought 5 bases and caps, 5 short and 5 long chimneys, and 30 PC tanks you would be good for a decade. Screws and o-rings will always be available. You can buy everything I listed for $65.

Lite bases are the most restrictive airflow. V2s are more airy. Monster v3 bases are the most airy. I personally prefer the lite and v2s. But we're all unique.

Don't overlook bell caps. They're fun but bottom fill is required on the rounded top ones. I ordered some with the chimney that secures to the cap but don't have them yet. If they work as expected you can bottom fill protank style.

So I did purchase two of the Ehpro Kayfun Lite +, now I'm looking into the replacement parts. I don't want to buy the wrong things, as long as it's the lite + I'm good?

 

[dcdozer]

Got one of these? FoodSaver® The #1 Vacuum Sealing System

I dont. But I'm probably gonna find dollars I don't have to acquire another thing that I'm going to have!

 

[dcdozer]

Thanks. Now it makes sense.

Think I'll head over to the STM thread.

That thread died a while ago. I'm hoping LeoBak will pop in with his pics. I'll dig up the link tomorrow if not. Getting late where I am.

 

[chanelvaps]

If it comes to that (Fasttech can no longer use Paypal for vape gear), we can probably get around it like for Aspire products. Buy enough non vape stuff and then cancel the order for store credit (gift certificate or whatever they call it), then use those funds for your vape gear.

great thinking!