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But if I get one, I need to get a backup. And then that backup will need a backup. And then the backup's backup will need a backup. And then......well you see where I am going with this.
might as well get started. There is no fighting it anymore. we have all been there and already got our back up stock
 

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But if I get one, I need to get a backup. And then that backup will need a backup. And then the backup's backup will need a backup. And then......well you see where I am going with this.
I do remember feeling this way though. HA. I actually remember buying my first bit of real gear and taking forever to make the purchases, because I wanted to make sure what I got was the best for me. I ended up with a Taifun on a Vamo (this was after the OG MVP with the OG Protank) I liked it and felt I made the right choice. It was a month or so later that I was buying more, and then a few months later that I found no harm in just buying whatever everyone was talking about (Clouper and OG Subtank) and even if it was not right for me it could become part of my 'stock" for one day. I learned to love the Hex-Ohm and then worried that I would need a back up to it, and then a back up to the back up....I am sure I could outfit 3 people with vape gear for life at this point. And funnier even still is how hard it is to part with some of it. Take it out of storage and consider selling it or PIF'ing it and then your mind goes into "wait, what if the vapocalypse hits and I can never find another MIniken on the whole planet. I might want to make sure I have these five in storage" and back in the box it goes.
 

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I do remember feeling this way though. HA. I actually remember buying my first bit of real gear and taking forever to make the purchases, because I wanted to make sure what I got was the best for me. I ended up with a Taifun on a Vamo (this was after the OG MVP with the OG Protank) I liked it and felt I made the right choice. It was a month or so later that I was buying more, and then a few months later that I found no harm in just buying whatever everyone was talking about (Clouper and OG Subtank) and even if it was not right for me it could become part of my 'stock" for one day. I learned to love the Hex-Ohm and then worried that I would need a back up to it, and then a back up to the back up....I am sure I could outfit 3 people with vape gear for life at this point. And funnier even still is how hard it is to part with some of it. Take it out of storage and consider selling it or PIF'ing it and then your mind goes into "wait, what if the vapocalypse hits and I can never find another MIniken on the whole planet. I might want to make sure I have these five in storage" and back in the box it goes.
It is easy to get caught in making sure you have plenty of backups. I have backups for everyone of my RTAs now, with more on the way. At this point, I am just not sure I want to add another variable into the mix. I might order a Skyline later on, but for right now, I think I will hold off trying any new RTAs.
 

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Glad you've got yourself the essentials up and running....so important to have somewhere to sleep. That and a kettle and everything else can wait or be done at a leisurely pace.

Good luck and sending hugs :wub:
this makes sense now
here is the finish line.:D
 

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I'd get yourself an ultrasonic cleaner. Makes the atty cleaning process so much easier and easily gets into all those cracks and crevices.

Agree. It's best used with a drop or two of dish soap to help dissolve the machine oil in a new atty. Most of us don't really need anything more than a small ultrasonic cleaner. I started with a small capacity cleaner and later bought one that was larger. They both work about the same except the larger UC's hold more parts at a time. Power levels are higher in larger cleaners to compensate for increased water volumes.
 

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But if I get one, I need to get a backup. And then that backup will need a backup. And then the backup's backup will need a backup. And then......well you see where I am going with this.

That's true. We all have many layers of backup hardware. That works on the same principle we used when we smoked. You never want to be without a vape source.

You'll need a backup if only to keep vaping when your mod takes a dive and leaves you vapeless. Same with lithium cells. If you only have one you have to wait on the charger or plug it into a suitable USB source. Eventually you will have backups for your backups and the stock will grow. We all like new and shiny stuff. :)
 

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Well I'm moved, internet is working, bed has sheets on it and I managed to find two pillows... lol. Yea!

It's the little things in life... :)

Hope everyone has a great night... night night.
Awesome.

Always the lil things in Life, always. :thumb:

View? Just another mountainside...
No such thing. All mountainsides are beautiful. :thumbs:

I Do like this one better though, more room, more secluded although the neighbors are closer...
Secluded, perfect. Close neighbors, at least a 1/4 mile away works. Further, even better.

Apparently we had a mama bear and her cubs as our welcoming committee, but I missed it because I got grounded and forced to sit in the recliner while they moved stuff in the house... (sounds rough doesn't it? Lol)
Please tell us they at least snapped a photo of momma bear and cubs for You. Being grounded in a recliner does have it's privileges... Ya get to dish out all the orders!!! :lol:

Haha... It's nice though, I like the space, this house is definitely bigger so it's really nice. Might miss central heat and air some though..
Happy to hear y'all are moved. Sounds like a nice pad.
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mountain moved, check
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recliner, check
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bed, sheets and pillows - check, check and check

Ummm...... Op what about coffee...
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Hopefully is was served in bed this morning!!! :D
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That's true. We all have many layers of backup hardware. That works on the same principle we used when we smoked. You never want to be without a vape source.

You'll need a backup if only to keep vaping when your mod takes a dive and leaves you vapeless. Same with lithium cells. If you only have one you have to wait on the charger or plug it into a suitable USB source. Eventually you will have backups for your backups and the stock will grow. We all like new and shiny stuff. :)
I'm guessing you didn't read my follow up post. I have backups for everything I have already, and more on the way. At this point, I just kind of want to stick to backing up the mods and RTAs that I already own. Not sure I want to add anything new to the mix at the moment. I do agree that new and shiny things are tempting. I will wait and see how the whole September 9th thing goes before I think about adding any newer products to my vape arsenal.
 

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Got to say, Dicodes-USA was on the ball: I received a reply very quickly to the query I made via the website, and a few minutes later I got a phone call. Then I received tracking notification within an hour of my placing the order, and just now I checked my email to find a followup message from the fellow (one Vincent Canelli) who had called me earlier.

This customer has been well and truly served.
Good to hear it all got resolved for you in a timely fashion.

Dicodes-USA's customer service has always been top notch. Vince and crew are all super nice Folks. Shipping has always been quick too.

I'm happy you finally got your spares.
 

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I like the black one, too. However, I decided to stick with ss after seeing pictures of paint chips floating in people's tanks (I really wanted a white Subtank mini):

But that was a long time ago, so maybe it's not happening any more.
Yes, a long time ago. I have a couple SS Subtank minis and a few RBA decks for them. IIRC it's a fine vape. I should dig one out of the stash and give it a go. Still have a bunch of the OCC coils (0.5, 1.2 and 1.5's) stashed too.

I used to pair them with the Kbox 40w mods. Super simple mod. One button for selecting either 8, 13, 20, 25, 30, 35 or 40 watts and one button for Fire. And mine still work! Only thing, the spring on the battery cap had a tendency to chew up wraps.

Seeing as I'm reminiscing... I should give a nod to my Lemo's too! :)
They said it would be a Kayfun killer... :lol: NOT in a million years! :lol:
 

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I was meant to get vapemail today, but thanks to good old USPS, I didn't, but wife did get us a new boxer puppy though :)
OMG, Charger is so freaking cute!!! :wub: :thumbs:

He was named charger, because I would love to have a dodge charger, and I already have a dog named Dodge, so now when I need to call them in, I call out 'Dodge Charger' so it will be constant reminder to my wife on what car I want next :lol:

Can't believe the wife went with the name, but she did :w00t:
Not so subliminal then. :lol: Give her time, the Wife knows (they know an awful lot) and she will come around. Then it'll be "Dodge Charger, hop in let's go for a ride". :D
 

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For us it was always the stereo. I set that up before anything else got done. Must have music. :D
That's funny you mention that. First thing I did last time I moved was to plug in an old CD player stereo on the kitchen counter and cranked up the volume. My new neighbors were probably a bit concerned with the considerable amount of Slipknot and Metallica coming from my house all weekend.
 

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That's funny you mention that. First thing I did last time I moved was to plug in an old CD player stereo on the kitchen counter and cranked up the volume. My new neighbors were probably a bit concerned with the considerable amount of Slipknot and Metallica coming from my house all weekend.
That works. I've always felt you must introduce yourself to the new neighbors with proper volume.

In my current home we had the stereo cranking. My neighbor who is also a musician (drummer) hollered "turn it up I can't hear it". So I setup my smaller PA with subs, mixer and a CD player. 1600 watts p/ch, the whole neighborhood heard loud and clear. :lol: :lol:
and not a single complaint ;)
 

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