Schoolboy Error

[polishingturds]

Ok, so i originally posted this in the "introductions" thread and then instantly realised my error!!! Try again in the right place......

I have been vaping for a fortnight now - New Years resolution! and am using an aspire K3 pen which i am fairly impressed with. I guess the question i am most wanting to ask is what to to next? I am wanting to upgrade, keeping with MTL, but looking for something a little "fancier" in terms of kit. I am using 12mg of nicotine liquid at the minute but am considering dropping this as i've adapted well to it, looking on here it looks like there are varying results from people reducing nicotine levels so fingers crossed it goes well!

I've been scouring the internet and watched countless YouTube videos reviews and don;t seem to be finding a standout upgrade. I'm not bothered about big clouds and dont really want to change to DL so was just looking for some opinions on here. Cost doesn't really matter - i'm saving the best part of £100 a week now i'm not smoking! So i'm willing to spend a bit more to get the best on offer. I'm looking to get the fullest flavour i can with the least amount of messing around - some of the kits look quite complicated BUT some of the touch screen types also look pretty good - i just wouldn't be too interested in using all of the features.

Anyway, its great to have found this place and some of the posts on here are spot on, any advice or help is welcome, thanks!

 

[Fuctifino]

Don't lower your nicotine level just yet imho
& tbh stick with what works so far

you need willpower over shiney new stuff - two weeks is a first milestone
probably over the initial worst of it but I'd say you need a month off the fags
before you think I reckon I got this habit kicked

Do not lower your nic level imho just yet just thinking I can drop it easily now
I seriously doubt it very much if you was a long time smoker
at least 6 months I'd say and only a smidge lowering to 9mg tops
if you try 6mg you will be chain vaping lots to obtain your fix
so effectively swings & roundabouts & all that

Most usually go for about 16mg at first and I stayed on that for a year before dropping to 11mg
then a year later dropping to 9mg then only just recently about 6mg after 2.5 years

However it mainly depends on your tank - some are more efficient than others at producing vapour
and still I'm consuming more juice - say for 20~25ml a week 16mg to 30ml 11mg to about 40~50ml on 6mg
(But I'm deffo chaining more - so I know I'll never be able to go lower and might need to up to say 8mg)

Your own body will tell you if the nic is too high - you will be getting a buzz slight nausea etc...
If you are getting a bit high then that is a sign your own body is saying a bit too much nicotine
either shorter/less drags or lower the nicotine a slight slight smidge - 9mg absolute lowest ever

DISCLAIMER - I'm not saying this is set in stone but just my opinion based on my own personal experience

YOUR body will let you know if the nic is too high
Forget other's levels - including mine too
Stay with works atm get through a month or two at least is my suggestion
unless you feel it isn't quite hitting the spot or your tank is shit or broken and need a new one etc....

You buy new/wrong stuff or drop nic level too quickly you could end up going back onto fags if it misses the mark

Now I would say Innokin Zenith is da nutz - which it is imho
(Zenith Kroma or Zenith Coolfire mini kits @ £40~£50)

BUT before you order this this n that and some of that plus ooh I'll try that maybe.....

Ensure you remember to stick with it a bit longer perhaps at the level what works and keep up the willpower etc....
I'd stick at 12mg for 6 months at least unless you start getting high/buzzing from nic nausea etc.....
but that is just me - so listen to your own body than what you might "think" or I or others might say

ATB

 

[Mr Ripple]

Have a look in here @polishingturds

https://www.planetofthevapes.co.uk/forums/advanced-pv-mod-making-and-diy-discussion/mouth-to-lung/

 

[Jon The Vape]

I would have a look at the Zeltu pod it will do MTL and for the nic cravings you wouldn't go wrong with Manabush nic salt juice to go with it. [emoji16]
The Zeltu kit would be a handy back up kit if your original fails, lost or left in your other jeans. You can never have to many back ups. Also the Zeltu is an all in one so you can charge via USB.

 

[polishingturds]

Don't lower your nicotine level just yet imho
& tbh stick with what works so far

you need willpower over shiney new stuff - two weeks is a first milestone
probably over the initial worst of it but I'd say you need a month off the fags
before you think I reckon I got this habit kicked

Do not lower your nic level imho just yet just thinking I can drop it easily now
I seriously doubt it very much if you was a long time smoker
at least 6 months I'd say and only a smidge lowering to 9mg tops
if you try 6mg you will be chain vaping lots to obtain your fix
so effectively swings & roundabouts & all that

Most usually go for about 16mg at first and I stayed on that for a year before dropping to 11mg
then a year later dropping to 9mg then only just recently about 6mg after 2.5 years

However it mainly depends on your tank - some are more efficient than others at producing vapour
and still I'm consuming more juice - say for 20~25ml a week 16mg to 30ml 11mg to about 40~50ml on 6mg
(But I'm deffo chaining more - so I know I'll never be able to go lower and might need to up to say 8mg)

Your own body will tell you if the nic is too high - you will be getting a buzz slight nausea etc...
If you are getting a bit high then that is a sign your own body is saying a bit too much nicotine
either shorter/less drags or lower the nicotine a slight slight smidge - 9mg absolute lowest ever

DISCLAIMER - I'm not saying this is set in stone but just my opinion based on my own personal experience

YOUR body will let you know if the nic is too high
Forget other's levels - including mine too
Stay with works atm get through a month or two at least is my suggestion
unless you feel it isn't quite hitting the spot or your tank is shit or broken and need a new one etc....

You buy new/wrong stuff or drop nic level too quickly you could end up going back onto fags if it misses the mark

Now I would say Innokin Zenith is da nutz - which it is imho
(Zenith Kroma or Zenith Coolfire mini kits @ £40~£50)

BUT before you order this this n that and some of that plus ooh I'll try that maybe.....

Ensure you remember to stick with it a bit longer perhaps at the level what works and keep up the willpower etc....
I'd stick at 12mg for 6 months at least unless you start getting high/buzzing from nic nausea etc.....
but that is just me - so listen to your own body than what you might "think" or I or others might say

ATB

Thanks for the advice - some great stuff in there. I've noticed (looking online) that peoples experience of withdrawing from nicotine varies - i've seen a few where they've gone to zero within a couple of months but that was my worry - that i'd end up back on the fags! I think i'll leave it a bit yet before i start reducing but i'd be interested in getting some new kit still (got to spend my fag money on something or the missus will be spending it on clothes!!!) Cheers.

 

[polishingturds]

Have a look in here @polishingturds

https://www.planetofthevapes.co.uk/forums/advanced-pv-mod-making-and-diy-discussion/mouth-to-lung/

Thanks Strawberry, I'll take a look!

 

[polishingturds]

I would have a look at the Zeltu pod it will do MTL and for the nic cravings you wouldn't go wrong with Manabush nic salt juice to go with it. [emoji16]
The Zeltu kit would be a handy back up kit if your original fails, lost or left in your other jeans. You can never have to many back ups. Also the Zeltu is an all in one so you can charge via USB.

Thanks Jon, I'll take a look, cheers

 

[Jon The Vape]

Thanks Jon, I'll take a look, cheers

Good luck, keep off the stinkies and watch out when shinyitus bites. Wait till you get the cough the crap out syndrome. I was fine for 4 weeks then my lungs decided to clear themselves of years of gunk. [emoji6]
Also what do you like flavour wise, we can point you in the right direction regarding juices.

 

[polishingturds]

Good luck, keep off the stinkies and watch out when shinyitus bites. Wait till you get the cough the crap out syndrome. I was fine for 4 weeks then my lungs decided to clear themselves of years of gunk. [emoji6]

Lol - I look forward to that! I've already noticed I'm not out of breath as much!

 

[tony68]

Lol - I look forward to that! I've already noticed I'm not out of breath as much!

Great advice from @Jon The Vape You will evacuate all that crap from your body in time. ( love the crap out syndrome) Technical, in depth, and as true as Ho's on Santa