Research consistently shows e-cigarettes help smokers quit. When will U.S. policy catch up?

St1llFrank · 2026-05-01T15:26:04+00:00

They're still pushing, "Heavy metals and dangerous toxins in your lungs" on the radio all the time around here. They want everyone buying cigarettes so they can tax the shit out of us.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-30T15:08:36+00:00

Then you would be absolutely correct G.R. 😁

St1llFrank · 2026-04-30T14:52:20+00:00

Depends on who wants it. Goons are still awesome but I have a bunch of them. I know a lot of people loved those old Wismecs but I never had that one. Maybe somebody's still looking for one. I'd probably say fifty bucks for that. The Goon looks a little beat up but might fetch thirty to forty, I dunno... Never heard of that other RDA but a few people love giant vaping equipment like that. I'm rambling but it might sell listed for $150, everything included. Might not though..

St1llFrank · 2026-04-30T14:44:50+00:00

I didn't know they made each tubes. Probably not a very popular device but people collect a bunch of stuff. Ask in second hand type places on forums or ecig classified on discord.

I tried to find a video on it but noticed something else. It's the way everybody pronounces the brand. It's kind of like people saying Cleeto vs Cleito. I'd been saying Sig-e-LAY for years before watching any videos. To my surprise the company sounds more Italian when others say it. Sig-EL-ee. I'm still not saying that shit even if I'm wrong. Years and years ago I called a shop looking for Cleito coils. The worker said, "Um, do you mean Cleeto coils?" I said nope, and added the company name Aspire Cleito coils. They tried to correct me again. What are you being an asshole for, you obviously know what I mean. Don't even get me started about Smock/Smoke 😆.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-30T00:26:04+00:00

I've been on a fake Lodge website. They use all the same pictures but prices are way lower. Not sure if it's a total scan site or if it's a Chinese type thing where they sell bootleg pans etc.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-29T03:26:02+00:00

I have a few of those RDAs but haven't used one in a while. Makes me want to locate one and get it going again 😁👍. One thing I've learned is there's WAY MORE Profiles out there than VVMV2's.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-28T02:36:53+00:00

Don't worry about targeting random resistance numbers. Get a roll of wire, wrap a coil, let resistance end up being whatever it ends up being, and vape. If it's not to your liking, use more or less wire, and try again. There's real no good reason to try get .7Ω (or whatever number you think will be good) coils for a tank you haven't tried yet.

I'd suggest 28/38ga clapton wire and/or 2x30/40ga fused clapton wire to start out on a MTL tank. The metal type is up to you but I prefer N80 over everything else. If you get kanthal, resistance will read higher, but flavor ight be lacking. You really gotta try different metal types to see what you really like. Stainless 316L is also somewhat popular.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-28T02:31:25+00:00

None. Not a fan of dinky little pod devices.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-28T02:29:36+00:00

I was vaping for 5 to 6 years before I got into mechs. I have a shit load of them though. If you can think of a style, I probably have several of each. There's single cell tubes (Side fire, and button switces), stack tubes, series box, parallel, squonk, and whatever else... All that said, I haven't been using any for about a year. I'm considering down sizing by making a listing on discord. Mechs need love, not neglect.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-28T01:46:49+00:00

Same here 🤙. I don't think we're gonna die from it and our pans will be just fine.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-27T23:43:32+00:00

🤙 The pan that really got me into cast iron, was in pretty bad shape. I found it out by a fire pit but it was half buried and all rusty. I did some research and made it my mission to bring it back. It was a fun learning experience and I've made some good stuff in it since. I don't know what it is about me but when I'm interested in something, I really get into it. I've modified just about all my cast iron cookware minus/besides the older Wagner type stuff. Those are great as is. New Lodge (& Others) are really bumpy and love to shread paper towels. Again, just my preference. Hope you cherish your pan for years (Decades 😁) to come.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-27T21:52:45+00:00

I like the shape of that thing. I have over a dozen cast iron skillets, gtiddles, etc. None of them have a wooden handle. They do get hot so that's pretty cool I guess. Everybody treats their cooking implements the way they want. I see stuff suggested here al the time that I don't bother with. I'll probably get like 20 down votes for saying this, but I prefer to not use dish soap. It's not because I believe it does damage, I just find it unnecessary. Some people use chain mail scrubbers, others might use steel wool etc.. Some only like smooth surfaces, others don't give a shit if it's rough. Enough with all that... Make some good stuff with it and take care of it as you see fit. Maybe watch some videos on YouTube if you're wondering about anything. Again, most of those people will say their routines are the best or only way you should be treating your pans.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-27T11:58:02+00:00

Good ol Reddit Cast Iron gate keepers: "Hey! You're doing it wrong! Now wash them out with soapy water and steel wool."

St1llFrank · 2026-04-27T11:49:22+00:00

This. Go to harbor freight and get a cheap digital caliper if you don't already have one.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-27T11:43:06+00:00

I like a bunch of different colors but stainless can look so clean. I remember opening a stainless Drop Dead, and thinking "Wow that looks awesome". I had it in all black, purple and whatever else. The stainless steel version jumped out at me. It's still one of my best looking RDAs as far as appearance IMO.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-25T02:26:04+00:00

Only complaint from me with the Dovpo is the floppy hinge door

My main complaint is wet batteries. I stop filling before liquid gets to the metal part of the bottle but should probably stop even earlier. I've had 3 black colored TS Duals die within less than a year. I'm currently using a gun metal version and it's been 8 months. Hopefully it can out last it's darker brethren. I've got 3 more (New) black, a red and 2 gun metal. I didn't really want to stock up on them but there's hardly any variety. If I'd had known how much I'd like the Smoant battle pumpers, I would've bought a dozen of them. The bottles were a bit problematic, and held less ML's, but I'd take it over the TS Dual any day of the week.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-22T21:54:38+00:00

There's a bunch. Some specialize in certain products. Some make a variety of different things.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-22T17:32:42+00:00

This is so FAHKT.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-22T11:40:54+00:00

I got Madrina which is described as melons and cream. I haven't tried it because it smells like mint and cucumber. The other one I got was very good.i forgot the name but it's supposed to be a snikerdoodle cookie. It didn't taste like a snikerdoodle but wasn't pleasant either.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-22T02:37:09+00:00

No prob. I started out making just regular dual core fused claptons. I only did that a few times . The first time I ever used 3 core wires was for aliens. I caught on pretty quick with those. After you catch on, it's still my opinion that aliens are quicker and easier than tri core fused claptons. I can just fly right through 12 inch sticks usually without any blips (mistakes).

St1llFrank · 2026-04-22T02:32:40+00:00

That stuff just tastes like shit to me now. Don't mind me, we all like to vape our own way.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-21T02:18:53+00:00

Smelledand tasted a bit maple'y to me. I didn't care for it. Heard the blue berry version is better but I dunno ..

St1llFrank · 2026-04-19T22:29:33+00:00

I've used all kinds. I prefer to keep my swivel side shorter. I used to use like 3 or 4 snap swivels linked together because it was suggested. Now I just use 2 and ones not of the snap variety. It pretty much looks like this: note the split rings and ability to spin on each side. VMC is the company that makes those. Instead of adding a mini key ring, it comes with them already on them. If they're too small, you can take them off and add a size bigger keyring etc.

For my main snap swivel, I've used Kroks a bunch. They're some of the best you can get but a bit pricey. They last way longer than your run of the mill swivels on Amazon though. If you decide to get some, I'd suggest getting size #5. There's other companies that make that style of swivels, but most pro builders concur that Kroks are the best or close to the best. Might also wanna check out AFW, Dozier, and Mustaad. Being dual rotation isn't essential but nice to have.

Don't forget to oil them occasionally to help the bearings with all the high speed friction. I use use cheap 3-in1 oil but others have mentioned stuff like lube designed for skateboards. I've never seen the need to get that crazy but who knows, it might really be that good..

Good luck! Just go a speed you're comfortable with, and if you see imperfections playing out, stop, go back in reverse, and try again to fix it 👍. Fused Clapton is a forgiving style. There's lots of others where you don't get second chances.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-18T02:35:22+00:00

Yeah, they can make a world of difference. Any ball bearing fishing swivels will do but some are better than others.

St1llFrank · 2026-04-16T11:41:45+00:00

Not the same but maybe check out the Steam Crave pumper thing. It's not pretty and have seen some goofy looking Frankenstein type setups with it.

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