Cheap High Quality Bubbler

oli

Well-Known Member
I like where you're going, and the enthusiasm, but I think for now the best course is probably for all of us to keep emailing SunshineStore with links to the post in this thread with the original image you did with just the "Faketrix" perc, until he gives in and tries to have that made. If we start sending them too many variations of the same thing it'll dilute the message and we increase the chance of not getting any of them. Linking to the thread instead of emailing the pic is a good idea, too, as that'll let him see that his products are being discussed in English-speaking communities, and if he sees us as a viable potential market, he's more likely to listen to our ideas.

Plus if Mike at SSStore does listen and somehow finds a way to source and stock such a piece, and like we expect it immediately sells better than anything else on the storefront, then we know he's gonna listen to any further suggestions we might start sending in, and we open the floodgates for an era of cheap China glass that actually also has sound functional design and ergonomics...

So, anyone who has a couple minutes, why not spend them to send this link:
http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/cheap-high-quality-bubbler.5255/page-199#post-579031
to Mike?:
mikelee1983@aliyun.com

...so that he'll hopefully try to source us this:
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Its a fair point,

Lets discuss it amongst the com:

To start with I think an all around better communication with Mike could only be a good thing for everyone.

So how do we go about it???

Does Mike @ the Sunshinestore knows of this particular forum?

Is it a good thing for him to follow it up?

Would it be a good thing to actually invite him to follow it up?

I see your point of submerging him with too many ideas, good or bad thing?

From a business point of view I do believe that you have to keep some kind of pressure going on, out of site out of mind is too true of a premise, but lets not start annoying him too, need a proper balance...

:2c:
 

Drs1685

What!?!?
So if I buy one of these bubblers from sunshine and it says the dimension where the bowl goes is 18.8 does that meant I can buy 18mm attachments. Looking to buy a titanium nail for one of these and not sure if I should be looking at the 18mm type or something more specific
 

cybrguy

Putin is a War Criminal
Yeah the base is wider and it has more weight, so the -D is much sturdier.

So here is a close-up of the perc, wish I had a slow-mo cam.
D202-D + e-nano @ 6

Love that Perc. How does the spillover into the mouthpiece compare to the D020? That is the thing I am most concerned with. The slightly larger can size probably makes a difference.
My D020 is out for delivery so I will be able to play with it tonight, but I really wish I didn't already want something else... ;)
 
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Vitolo

Vaporist
Love that Perc. How does the spillover into the mouthpiece compare to the D020?....
While "tree Arm Percs" are not my fantasy bubbler (I like honeyycomb discs)..
The reason I wenrt with the tree arm bubbler at http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/cheap-high-quality-bubbler.5255/page-207#post-582421 was to avoid spillover.
The mouthpiece being closed really stops any splash, and has the benefit of keeping the odor of the water away from my nose entirely. I wish they had a larger variety of the bubblers like the D020 and it's series with closed mouthpieces.
 

ataxian

PALE BLUE DOT
Ataxian has one of the D022's which has a removeable downstem, not sure the length but its 29.2 to 18.8
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/d022-double-chamber-glass-water-pipe/184395777.html
I like the D022 the best.
22mm is the joint size then a 18mm down stem. So it's pretty adjustable.
The D020 I like and it is smaller however has a time and place for it's use.

The D-Series is nice to collect.

So far I have the D020 and the D022
The D020 - D is another one I wish to have.

Human wants are insatiable!
We always want more!

Just enjoy what ever you have.

"It's all good"!
 

oli

Well-Known Member
So if I buy one of these bubblers from sunshine and it says the dimension where the bowl goes is 18.8 does that meant I can buy 18mm attachments. Looking to buy a titanium nail for one of these and not sure if I should be looking at the 18mm type or something more specific
Yes you're correct, in the glass world, 18, 18.8, 19 are all the same

Edit: The Sunshine store:

So guys any opinion on the approach?
 

cybrguy

Putin is a War Criminal
Again, I am still just anticipating my D020, but given what I am reading I think that if I do decide to get another piece I think it will be something a little larger than the D020 series. The ideas in these pieces are great, but it may make more sense for me to go with something that has more volume. Sadly there are no LHS's around here so I can't really compare and contrast options. My best bet is to go by recommendations. And avoiding a serious case of GAS is a high priority for me... ;)

In the mean time I have to find a new downstem for this:
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It arrived!!! :) :) :) Wow, it IS small...
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063_XOBX

Ganjapreneur
Again, I am still just anticipating my D020, but given what I am reading I think that if I do decide to get another piece I think it will be something a little larger than the D020 series. The ideas in these pieces are great, but it may make more sense for me to go with something that has more volume. Sadly there are no LHS's around here so I can't really compare and contrast options. My best bet is to go by recommendations. And avoiding a serious case of GAS is a high priority for me... ;)

In the mean time I have to find a new downstem for this:
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Pull it out, measure it and then get a GonG and jam it in there with the grommet around it.
 

Mister G

Deceptively Old Fart
Edit: The Sunshine store:

So guys any opinion on the approach?

Mike replied and said it would take him a while, so I don't think bugging him more would be productive. :whip: Maybe wait a month or two and recontact him to make sure it doesn't fall off his radar. I don't think it's like petitioning city hall. And you never know what might come out of the store in the meanwhile, I really like the direction it's going naturally as well. :D
 

Tweak

T\/\/34|<
The ideas in these pieces are great, but it may make more sense for me to go with something that has more volume. Sadly there are no LHS's around here so I can't really compare and contrast options. My best bet is to go by recommendations. And avoiding a serious case of GAS is a high priority for me... ;)

The perfect volume is such a hard thing to find. Even the slightest difference in height or bore of a piece can really make a difference. The D020D is just about perfect, but I'm betting you will still love the D020.


I've been trying to find this post since receiving the D020-D, it has always been stuck in my mind: x-post from Leviathan Pipes thread, post #50

Here are my favorite features, of my favorite bubbler :)

leviathan1.jpg


1. Dazzling Dewaar Style Injection Joint

2. Incredible Hulk Strength Mouthpiece Connection

3. Fantastically Amazing Thumb Notch, leans up against the hand/thumb for super support.

4. Insanely Brain Bubbling Diffusion (the more the better, Fritted Disc?)

5. Skull Crushing Base, for the upcoming Zombie Apocalypse

And I forgot to label

6. Coolio Gangsta Paradise Mouthpiece

Who knew it would be a cheap $33 bubbler from China that would hit these points before many of the american glass blowers. And this was posted almost 2 years ago.

You "noobies" to glass don't know how well you have it right now, :D :lol:
 

cybrguy

Putin is a War Criminal
Pull it out, measure it and then get a GonG and jam it in there with the grommet around it.
There is no GG connecter, it is just simple glass with a flare at the end that had a slide bowl. The whole stem is 3 7/8" end to end. The flare is 3/4". I think a GG connection is 7/8" (at least on the bowls that just came with my D020) so I should add about 1/8". I think I can get another 1/8" closer to the bong wall to get as far into the water as I can without being too close to the wall. So, ideal would be 4 1/8" but probably what would be available would be 4". Does my logic sound right?

Any recommendations on the best diffuser type? I'm thinking showerhead.
 
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cybrguy

Putin is a War Criminal
Remember... you will be trying to get that diffuser through the small hole that now holds your "downstem".

I completely get that. The stem I have (besides being cracked) has a plain end which doesn't diffuse at all. There appear to be a lot of choices to diffuse that end.
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Did you read what I said? I gave you instructions to switch over to GonG instead of that awful 9/12mm setup.

I read what you said but I must not have understood it. I would love to get the rubber out of the path but I'm not sure how and your description of how (if that was what it was) went over my head,

The interior measurement on the grommet is 14mm
 
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HugieLewis

I'm not an expert but I have a strong opinion
My D020-W came in today. Damn that shipping was fast!

First impressions: its bigger than I expected. And thicker. (Thats what she said). Joking aside I am pretty impressed with it thus far. I'll see about maybe getting some pics up later. Thanks again!
 
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SSVUN~YAH

You Must Unlearn, What You Have Learned...
Got my WD-40 package and nano!
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What a great combo!!! Both bubs are great, my W is a bit smaller can height than the D. The bigger base and volume is a nice improvement from the D020, IMO. The D has a pull very similar to the D020, however the W is different, and I like it! The W has a restriction that I like and no need for an additional downstem, like I use in my D020. I also prefer the sidecar style mouthpiece for a more flavorful extraction. The Maria's are a very nice touch on this piece. They are all winners in my book and they just keep getting better and better!
 
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DieHard

Accessory supplier
Accessory Maker
There is no GG connecter, it is just simple glass with a flare at the end that had a slide bowl. The whole stem is 3 7/8" end to end. The flare is 3/4". I think a GG connection is 7/8" (at least on the bowls that just came with my D020) so I should add about 1/8". I think I can get another 1/8" closer to the bong wall to get as far into the water as I can without being too close to the wall. So, ideal would be 4 1/8" but probably what would be available would be 4". Does my logic sound right?

Any recommendations on the best diffuser type? I'm thinking showerhead.
For a custom downstem. You might try oregonglassblower on ioffer.com. http://www.ioffer.com/selling/oregonglassblower
He made a custom 6 slit DS with 14mm GonG female( to my specs) very cheap, even included the grommet. Pick one on his site and put your desired length ( also include hole diameter), in the comments. Also ask for 10% off for FC discount. :tup:
 

Errl

Well-Known Member
Got my WD-40 package and nano!
carlton-dance-o.gif


What a great combo!!! Both bubs are great, my W is a bit smaller can height than the D. The bigger base and volume is a nice improvement from the D020, IMO. The D has a pull very similar to the D020, however the W is different, and I like it! The W has a restriction that I like and no need for an additional downstem, like I use in my D020. I also prefer the sidecar style mouthpiece for a more flavorful extraction. The Maria's are a very nice touch on this piece. They are all winners in my book and they just keep getting better and better!

What size downstem do you use on the D020?
 

cybrguy

Putin is a War Criminal
Who else do you all like for glass accessories (downstem in particular) other than GBD? They are going to cost too much.

Did you read what I said? I gave you instructions to switch over to GonG instead of that awful 9/12mm setup.

I think we define "instructions" differently. :)
 
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