Shinyitis Support Group

[ShowMeTwice]

Mine is 1875 as well. I’m now suspecting the battery wraps from FT are no good

I got my wraps from IMR batteries and they shrink up pretty quick.

I see you like butterscotch? I have a recipe for you here: DIY Butterscotch recipe + notes

I had the Random DIY mixing thread up before but my browser choked cause I tend to do many tabs which slows everything down.

 

[Skunk!]

Love it!!! Absolutely awesome! Oh no!! Now I want a red stabwood aaarrrrggggghhhh! I need help!!!! My psych meds should keep me calm cool and collected but it doesn’t work for vape gear !!

I waited on getting the red one. I think it's my favorite though.

 

[ChelsB]

I got my wraps from IMR Batteries and they shrink up pretty quick.

I see you like butterscotch? I have a recipe for you here: DIY Butterscotch recipe + notes

I had the Random DIY mixing thread up before but my browser choked cause I tend to do many tabs which slows everything down.

Thanks! Woo hoo, I have all the flavors. I’ll definitely be mixing that tomorrow and then the wait begins!
ETA: I’m tossing all of my FT wraps and getting more at a reputable vendor. I just liked the patterns FT offered but where batteries are concerned, it’s always better to but quality. I know to absolutely never ever buy batteries from them but it didn’t occur to me that the wraps could be subpar

 

[englishmick]

3 a silver mini, the green/blue fade 2.5 and a blue P3

I lose track of what I buy too!! The seller has put more Provaris up for sale and I’m trying hard not to buy another one. They look beautiful esp the silver metal ones.

I need a restraining order on myself!! Or a straight jacket !!

One thing about the satin silver Provaris, it's an indestructible finish. So are the Zencote versions. The paint tends to chip on the colored ones if you are rough with them.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

I waited on getting the red one. I think it's my favorite though.

I'm still trying to hold off on all things squonk. It's a rabbit hole I'm not ready to go down. But I want to plus hanging around here really tempts me and the squonk porn thread. Someday.

 

[Zazie]

Did we order them the same night? I thought we did?!

We did indeed. But I'm kind of at the end of the world. I think it might get here tomorrow.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

I didn't know that. Never had an authentic. I guess it's not unique after all.

I think I posted you a link to where you can get one on sale. Didn't I???

 

[Fidola13]

We did indeed. But I'm kind of at the end of the world. I think it might get here tomorrow.

Oh that’s right you’re pretty far. Did you get the drip tip yet?

 

[Fidola13]

One thing about the satin silver Provaris, it's an indestructible finish. So are the Zencote versions. The paint tends to chip on the colored ones if you are rough with them.

The P3 I got has a soft exterior like the LV Mirage.thats the one I posted. The mini is silver but the 2.5 is painted. Thanks for letting me know. I take great care of my mods but it’s good to know if it chips easily.

I can’t believe the number of Provaris she has that haven’t even been used!! Unfortunately I thought the P3 had been updated but it hasn’t been. Oh well. I’ll just use it like it is.

 

[Skunk!]

I'm still trying to hold off on all things squonk. It's a rabbit hole I'm not ready to go down. But I want to plus hanging around here really tempts me and the squonk porn thread. Someday.

I think you are hanging out in the worst two threads on ecf if you are trying to hold off on getting a squonker lol.

 

[440BB]

I think you are hanging out in the worst two threads on ecf if you are trying to hold off on getting a squonker lol.

I weathered all the bottom feeding fanatics well for a long time but they eventually crept into my subconscious and had their way. Once I fell for squeezable fire bars it was just a matter of time before squonking had to be included in the hoard.

 

[Fidola13]

I think you are hanging out in the worst two threads on ecf if you are trying to hold off on getting a squonker lol.

I agree but I’m having trouble stopping myself lol!

It could be worse. Last time it was motorcycles.

 

[Zazie]

Oh that’s right you’re pretty far. Did you get the drip tip yet?

Nope. Maybe tomorrow will be an exciting day!

 

[JCinFLA]

Wow, just wow. I continue to be in awe of your collection (and all the stuff you buy makes me feel better about my spending

Honestly...if I wasn't retired, with no debt, and no husband or kids to help spend my money...I definitely wouldn't buy as much as I do. I also figure though...at my age, and after finally being able to quit smoking after 42+ years...I'm going to "go for it" if I want something within reason for myself or others. Since I look for the best prices on "stuff", getting deals helps a bunch, too.

Here's my 2 absolute favorite ProVari in my collection. Won them in auctions that provape_parts had on eBay last year. They're one-of-a-kind in the world, since they're prototype colors/finishes that ProVape never got to put into production before they closed. He sold off about 16-17 different ones. I think some others were bought by ECF members, too.

It doesn't show well in the photos, but they're a metallic finish.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

I think you are hanging out in the worst two threads on ecf if you are trying to hold off on getting a squonker lol.

I know!

Probably won't be too long before I jump on a couple I have my eyes on. One I like a lot is the Estoque Mods EVM. I've been going back and forth on price with someone who is selling one. I'm very patient with stuff I'm after.

That's my thing, I like to find deals on gear. I don't have to buy brand new when I know someone will be selling gear I like and for the price that best suits me. It's a win-win.

 

[ChelsB]

Honestly...if I wasn't retired, with no debt, and no husband or kids to help spend my money...I definitely wouldn't buy as much as I do. I also figure though...at my age, and after finally being able to quit smoking after 42+ years...I'm going to "go for it" if I want something within reason for myself or others. Since I look for the best prices on "stuff", getting deals helps a bunch, too.

Here's my 2 absolute favorite ProVari in my collection. Won them in auctions that provape_parts had on eBay last year. They're one-of-a-kind in the world, since they're prototype colors/finishes that ProVape never got to put into production before they closed. He sold off about 16-17 different ones. I think some others were bought by ECF members, too.

It doesn't show well in the photos, but they're a metallic finish.

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Wow, those are really nice!
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[JCinFLA]

I can’t believe the number of Provaris she has that haven’t even been used!! Unfortunately I thought the P3 had been updated but it hasn’t been. Oh well. I’ll just use it like it is.

They're selling so well...because they haven't been used, IMO. She probably has others that she's regularly used, but kept the new ones as an investment of sorts.

IIRC, you can still find updates for your P3 online. But it will work just fine without them.

It could be worse. Last time it was motorcycles.

AHA! Another motorcycle collector! Mine are all small vintage ones though, nothing larger than 80cc.

 

[Fidola13]

Thanks! Woo hoo, I have all the flavors. I’ll definitely be mixing that tomorrow and then the wait begins!
ETA: I’m tossing all of my FT wraps and getting more at a reputable vendor. I just liked the patterns FT offered but where batteries are concerned, it’s always better to but quality. I know to absolutely never ever buy batteries from them but it didn’t occur to me that the wraps could be subpar

The ones I bought aren’t exciting but there several of different colors. I wanted those so I could easily label them.

 

[Fidola13]

They're selling so well...because they haven't been used, IMO. She probably has others that she's regularly used, but kept the new ones as an investment of sorts.

IIRC, you can still find updates for your P3 online. But it will work just fine without them.



AHA! Another motorcycle collector! Mine are all small vintage ones though, nothing larger than 80cc.

You’re actually correct. She has several that she uses and these haven’t been touched probably since she bought them!! Lucky me and everyone else that wants one. Or 3!

Vintage motorcycles are the best. I would give anything for a Norton or Triumph. Unfortunately I sold mine when I got I’ll and I’m not able to ride them anymore.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

Honestly...if I wasn't retired, with no debt, and no husband or kids to help spend my money...I definitely wouldn't buy as much as I do. I also figure though...at my age, and after finally being able to quit smoking after 42+ years...I'm going to "go for it" if I want something within reason for myself or others. Since I look for the best prices on "stuff", getting deals helps a bunch, too.

I couldn't agree more with everything single word you wrote. I'm alone and retired now, and dang it, I am going to treat myself...but...only on my terms.

There are so many great deals out there on nice used HQ vaping gear (and everything else in life too) and all I have to do is look. How hard is that? I won't pay retail for a top shelf mod I may want when I know that if I simply wait there will be someone selling theirs. That's how I got several. If I get it fine and if I don't no loss. Or if it's a new item I wait for the sale prices that suit me. I don't have to have it just cause it's trendy. I have never fallen for the trend traps in life. Never.