Also, I'm going to Blue Locktite my handles (cap and bowl handles) because NV apparently machines their metal threads too dang well and smooth that the handles back out a bit. Little bit of blue and no worries.
That's fair Alexis and i was not 100% on the theory just going from what i had heard around being stated so much when the topic has come up but i also appreciate what you and everyone has to say on the forum and i am sure you may have a bit more knowledge in testing this theory now that i know you have been rationing meds. Also off this topic but being you have a medical condition and i am sure you may know this but try some warm water in your glass to help with harshness of vapor or i may have to even recommend a glycerin coil to you and @emmdeemo , i just got this one off dhgate and it seems to definitely help cool the vapor and smooth out my hits - https://www.dhgate.com/product/illa...catcher/393880837.html#s1-0-1b;srp|1276951244@psychonaut , @jardri , @emmdeemo , @invertedisdead , @Danksta , @DrRishi , @Justpassedu , @biohacker @muunch thanks so much guys for showing again what a brilliantly friendly and helpful thread this really is with such generous and sound advice!
You have completely allayed my very minor concerns, and actually everything you have said is kind of what I thought, I just wanted to check that was all to make sure my reasoning was correct. I certainly won't be concerned about not getting the most out of my medicine if I am to be a future flowerpot owner, and I really think I need to be, I certainly want to!
Back on the subject briefly of holding vapor in though- quite a contentious and controversial matter which has been debated back and forth all over this forum with many contrasting views.
I think it is important for this arguments to make a clear distinction between the studies done on smoke inhalation, and vapor. There is no question that holding in smoke is going to be harmful, and I am happy to accept that there is no real benefit of increased absorption of actives past a few seconds.
But this has certainly not, as far as I'm aware, been proven to be the case for vapor also. I for one have no question in my mind that holding my hits in for slightly longer, and I'm only talking 5 to 10 seconds maximum, substantially increases the effects I get. I have been rationing my meds for the last 10 years and there has always been an unquestionable correlation between exhaling more quickly and getting less effect, and going through a lot more herb.
I'm not saying that's there is not a slight elements of harm from holding vapor in for longer. I mean I would rather not, but there can't be much difference between taking more hits and exhaling sooner, and taking less hits and holding slightly longer.
Not wishing to disagree with you @Justpassedu , I have total respect for you and gain a great deal from your wisdom and critique on the forum, I jusy dont think this is so clear cut that's all.
This thread has clearly attracted multiple members with a very high level of experience and wisdom on all things vape, and such an excellent warm vibe on top. More and more I am believing in this device being the right direction for me to be looking in.
Thanks so much guys for all putting up my unusual nature and making me feel welcome here, even appreciated (?)
This is another reason actually why I really have my heart set on this, so that I can particiapte here and continue to gain from all the freeflowing wisdom and pure vibes of fun.
Big love to all!
That's fair Alexis and i was not 100% on the theory just going from what i had heard around being stated so much when the topic has come up but i also appreciate what you and everyone has to say on the forum and i am sure you may have a bit more knowledge in testing this theory now that i know you have been rationing meds. Also off this topic but being you have a medical condition and i am sure you may know this but try some warm water in your glass to help with harshness of vapor or i may have to even recommend a glycerin coil to you and @emmdeemo , i just got this one off dhgate and it seems to definitely help cool the vapor and smooth out my hits - https://www.dhgate.com/product/illa...catcher/393880837.html#s1-0-1b;srp|1276951244
Yeah warm water is nice , i just feel my glass gets dirtier quicker using it , maybe its all in my head though lol. Well when i was young we used to always put ice in our bongs and it did the trick. I think even Edwyn @NewVape710 occasionally uses ice in his piece. It definitely helps smooth out any harshness. I used this seller 2x with no issues and shipping to the U.S. has been pretty quick , i actually ordered my 3rd piece from them a few days ago so well see how that goes. I kinda stopped ordering from dhgate and favor the American glass now but there was a mobius i wanted and it was just to pricey at the moment for me so i grabbed a copy to try out.Warm water is already a go, thanks to this very forum I think. I forget where I pick up some info. I def recommend warm water to those who dont already.
A glycerin coil I've never tried. Always meant too but discarded the notion when the idea of warm water seemed to make sense. I'd def give one a go tho, bookmarked and added to the shopping list, thanks Have you used this seller much before?
@emmdeemo would you say that you taste the terps a bit better with warm water vs room temp or cold? My water used to always be warm before I got the FP due to coil being close to the glass, now it's RT again, around 66F and I kinda feel like the flavor was better with the warm water.
With warm water, you are going to get better solubility of the water soluble molecules carried in the vapor. As solvent (water) temperature rises, the quantity of material it is capable of dissolving into solution will generally increase. This is probably why warm water hits taste smoother... more harsh water soluble substances are dissolving into the water instead of making it to the mouthpiece.
This effect would also increase dissolved matter in the water, bearing out Justpassedu's observation that the water gets dirtier faster. I have noticed the same thing.
Thanks a lot for the link on the glycerin cooling device, I saw it in your video and looked them up. I will definitely be considering this, in due order. The SH setup is first priority, but it REALLY should be the new cooker me and my mum could do with!That's fair Alexis and i was not 100% on the theory just going from what i had heard around being stated so much when the topic has come up but i also appreciate what you and everyone has to say on the forum and i am sure you may have a bit more knowledge in testing this theory now that i know you have been rationing meds. Also off this topic but being you have a medical condition and i am sure you may know this but try some warm water in your glass to help with harshness of vapor or i may have to even recommend a glycerin coil to you and @emmdeemo , i just got this one off dhgate and it seems to definitely help cool the vapor and smooth out my hits - https://www.dhgate.com/product/illa...catcher/393880837.html#s1-0-1b;srp|1276951244
Imgur is all i know now , you want to use the actual website and not the app , copy the direct link , than click on the image picture thing on fc and insert that direct link . Have to make sure you are using the file that says direct link.https://imgur.com/a/xti0H
I'm not having any luck posting this photowith imgur
Is there another quick and easy upload program that others prefer?
I've been meaning to try a dab of coconut oil on the male body for some lubrication.
I’m with that man , love my doob tubes & shot out to @Ratchett for making a awesome funnel for the doob tubes for simple clean loading . Check them out psychonaut they make a great companion .Shout out to doob tubes for mess free FP filling and perfect diameter for tamping. Keeps bud pretty fresh too!
Been putting the SH through its paces... not really reaching for the showercap. Tried it without turning it and had uneven roast/hot spot. @ichibaneye I thought we didn't need to turn for herb?
So just finished high temp testing at 850! Using about .1g-ish, and one short cloud. I feel like I can hit any temp on the dial (up to 850 so far) and get a great hit now just based on feedback from the water tool. It's all in the breath control with this one. The flavours i'm experiencing are just awesome!
LOVING the EFFECTS at this temp!!! WOW!!!
Anybody else find anything better or more comprehensive?
I never spin the sc for herb, only for dabs (I'm not sure I see any logic behind spinning the carb cap for herb), but up at those temps, I also wouldnt cap for herb either.