The Final Count Down -- Are You Ready?

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I use this scale but skip the batteries and just plug in, it doesn't time out if plugged in. I did order the 6' adapter cord which has proven useful and worth the added few bucks.
Maybe I missed something, wouldn't be the 1st time :lol:, but my AWS LB-501 came with an AC adapter. Excellent scale.
 

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Yes, I will wait. No sense stocking up if it’s just going to get ruined in the heat. I’m kind of in the same boat with my gear, trying to figure out what I like. I have a couple Nords and five pods, a couple Kroma-A kits with two Zenith tanks and an iSub tank, and an Aegis Legend kit on the way. I don’t have a feel for lifespan of this stuff, so determining how much is ‘enough’ is difficult.
You will. And you will have time to stock up on gear. How are your building skills?
 

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    Yes, I will wait. No sense stocking up if it’s just going to get ruined in the heat. I’m kind of in the same boat with my gear, trying to figure out what I like. I have a couple Nords and five pods, a couple Kroma-A kits with two Zenith tanks and an iSub tank, and an Aegis Legend kit on the way. I don’t have a feel for lifespan of this stuff, so determining how much is ‘enough’ is difficult.
    I'd say you have a good start. How old are you? How much do you vape and what nic strength?
     

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    I have gone through my stash in the past and said to myself "I'm not using these, perhaps I should sell them or PIF them." but then I think of what's probably coming and say to myself "Nah, better keep it all just in case".

    Yep . . . So BEEN THERE - DONE THAT . . . However, although I have "Cleaned" out a lot of "stuff" I had for over 3 years and would not use before, I have finally decided again to sell / PIF a lot of equipment I absolutely know does not work for me (ex: a lot of sub tanks) and I will not be using even if there is a a crack down on vaping equipment . . . Just Sayin' . . . ;) '

    Yea, I talk to myself a lot, sometimes the only time I get the answer I want to hear!

    "You're" not the only one - Matter of fact, I do it more often then not, even when other people are around . . . :facepalm: The only time there is a bad conversation is the one - "I" have with "Myself" is when there is a drawn out argument and throw down fight that I lose to "Me" . . . :rolleyes:


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    BTW: With all the discussion about batteries and equipment being regulated . . . Anyone else remember "The PUCK" . . . They can't refuse to sell AA or AAA Batteries and/or limit the products need (ex:Altoids Can, etc.). . . Thankfully, an ECF Friend made me one a few years ago . . . Can't beat it when you're in a fix . . . ;)


    Plus a lot more can be found here - use search word - " PUCK ":

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    so determining how much is ‘enough’ is difficult

    That's a hard one for everyone. I think it depends on age and how you vape. I go by, "one more then I think I'll need."

    I may have gone a little over.. and still buying while I can.:) I gave every mod a 1 year life span to be safe. All are still good after years of use. I'm 60. Should be good for my life time. Hope I can still get button top batteries.
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    BTW: With all the discussion about batteries and equipment being regulated . . . Anyone else remember "The PUCK" . . . They can't refuse to sell AA or AAA Batteries and/or limit the products need (ex:Altoids Can, etc.). . . Thankfully, an ECF Friend made me one a few years ago . . . Can't beat it when you're in a fix . . . ;)


    Plus a lot more can be found here - use search - "PUCK":

    Battery Mods

    I remember when I'd never heard about 18650's, and surefire and trustfire 14500's were considered good batteries. Do you remember the 5v diy box mod kits, and when 510 connectors weren't standard... flashback time.
     

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    That's a hard one for everyone. I think it depends on age and how you vape. I go by, "one more then I think I'll need."

    I may have gone a little over.. and still buying while I can.:) I gave every mod a 1 year life span to be safe. All are still good after years of use. I'm 60. Should be good for my life time. Hope I can still get button top batteries.
    jwrap-jpg.670861

    Wow! I clearly need more stuff! I really like that tray you’ve got everything in. Did you make it yourself?
     

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    There are a million threads on ECF dedicated to gear talk. However, I'm guessing there is not one that is focused on new vapers in the face of our 9-month deadline. Most new vapers remain oblivious (as do many veteran vapers) to the deadline. We have seen a few people on this thread now who feel panicked and I can't say as if I blame them. I understand. They do not need to panic as Rossum and others have repeatedly pointed out. But they do need to begin the process. There are a number of considerations when selecting one's gear arsenal for the apocalypse that will occur in 9 months. What type of atomizer(s), how many, build vs drop-in coils, building skills, mods, mech vs regulated, power mode, temp control, batteries, on and on and on. Add everyone has a budget and it's clear each case will be different.

    Most of us had years to find the gear and setups we currently enjoy. Sadly, newbs don't have that luxury. They need to make decisions in the coming months about how they will be vaping for years to come. It can be overwhelming without the benefit of direction.

    Rossum has been spot on with not only his previous freezer thread he started 2-1/2 years ago but also THIS thread. It gets people focused. My fear is that there is information overload. Or perhaps better stated, too many topics to cover in one thread. Rossum kind of has this thread focused on the juice (thank God as this is my weak spot). We've mixed gear and other supplies in with the discussion. My question is this, would the newbie be better served having separate threads? One for the liquid side and one for the gear side?

    We have 9 months, perhaps effectively less if vendors see the inevitable and bail sooner. I suspect options will dwindle as these 9 months proceed. Newbs with little knowledge need a plan of attack that fits their needs. Just asking for thoughts and opinions. If Rossum doesn't want to commandeer a gear thread then I will volunteer. Or we'll just weave all topics in one thread. My only concern is helping the newb and truthfully I haven't done much of that in the last 4-5 years. Thoughts??
     

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    There are a million threads on ECF dedicated to gear talk. However, I'm guessing there is not one that is focused on new vapers in the face of our 9-month deadline. Most new vapers remain oblivious (as do many veteran vapers) to the deadline. We have seen a few people on this thread now who feel panicked and I can't say as if I blame them. I understand. They do not need to panic as Rossum and others have repeatedly pointed out. But they do need to begin the process. There are a number of considerations when selecting one's gear arsenal for the apocalypse that will occur in 9 months. What type of atomizer(s), how many, build vs drop-in coils, building skills, mods, mech vs regulated, power mode, temp control, batteries, on and on and on. Add everyone has a budget and it's clear each case will be different.

    Most of us had years to find the gear and setups we currently enjoy. Sadly, newbs don't have that luxury. They need to make decisions in the coming months about how they will be vaping for years to come. It can be overwhelming without the benefit of direction.

    Rossum has been spot on with not only his previous freezer thread he started 2-1/2 years ago but also THIS thread. It gets people focused. My fear is that there is information overload. Or perhaps better stated, too many topics to cover in one thread. Rossum kind of has this thread focused on the juice (thank God as this is my weak spot). We've mixed gear and other supplies in with the discussion. My question is this, would the newbie be better served having separate threads? One for the liquid side and one for the gear side?

    We have 9 months, perhaps effectively less if vendors see the inevitable and bail sooner. I suspect options will dwindle as these 9 months proceed. Newbs with little knowledge need a plan of attack that fits their needs. Just asking for thoughts and opinions. If Rossum doesn't want to commandeer a gear thread then I will volunteer. Or we'll just weave all topics in one thread. My only concern is helping the newb and truthfully I haven't done much of that in the last 4-5 years. Thoughts??
    Agreed. It is a bit of info overload. I doubt the supply will be cut off though. With companies like fasttech shipping with options without their logo, and accepting Bitcoin, as well as the fact that the US isn't the only vaping market, we here will get the opportunity to know what it was like in Cuba with cars in the 60's.
     

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    I can write everything I know about building and/or troubleshooting electronic devices on the head of a pin.
    OK. You're far from the only one. When I talk about building, I mean making your own coils and wicks. Building mods sounds like a bit of a stretch for you (and most of us). That's OK too. But if you know how to build coils then you just added a whole lot of versatility. And I wont listen to you tell me you could never learn. No one, and I mean no one knew how to build coils and we all do it now. And many said there was no way on Earth they thought they could do it. It's really quite simple.

    Are you game? Better give me the right answer. :)
     
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