A DIY Primer

[RichJB]

Hi all

A lot of new people are entering the DIY scene. It can be quite a daunting prospect and the new DIYer usually has a lot of questions that need to be answered. I've put together a relatively brief primer which addresses most of those questions and gives some pointers on the key decisions, processes and purchases to help you get started.

I've attached the primer to this post in pdf format. If you're new to DIY or considering starting DIY, hopefully it will be of some help to you.

 

[Patrick]

Hi all

A lot of new people are entering the DIY scene. It can be quite a daunting prospect and the new DIYer usually has a lot of questions that need to be answered. I've put together a relatively brief primer which addresses most of those questions and gives some pointers on the key decisions, processes and purchases to help you get started.

I've attached the primer to this post in pdf format. If you're new to DIY or considering starting DIY, hopefully it will be of some help to you.

I was hoping that you would start a seperate thread for this.

I wish that I had access to something like this when I started. It's clear, well-written and encompasses a wealth of useful information. Thanks @RichJB .

 

[Patrick]

@Silver it's time to jump.

 

[Gonzilla]

If your new to mixing or even just interested in finding out about it, give this document a read!

 

[Silver]

Thread has been stickied
Haven't gone through the doc @RichJB but am looking forward to
Taking cue from @Andre to sticky

Thank you @RichJB !

 

[Tanja]

Oh wow! Well done @RichJB! This is one amazing document! Very very informative!

 

[Kuhlkatz]

A very informative read and logically laid out @RichJB - a no-fuss, no-frills, easy read.
This is a great explanation of just how simple DIY should be.
Well done !

 

[Hooked]

Hi all

A lot of new people are entering the DIY scene. It can be quite a daunting prospect and the new DIYer usually has a lot of questions that need to be answered. I've put together a relatively brief primer which addresses most of those questions and gives some pointers on the key decisions, processes and purchases to help you get started.
@RichJB Another outstanding primer! @Admin RichJB deserves a medal for his hard work, don't you think?

 

[Stillwaters]

Great primer @RichJB. Informative, logically laid out, easy to read, good for beginners and intermediate DIY'ers.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge

 

[alex1501]

Awesome job @RichJB . Great read for everyone involved in mixing.

 

[Animefaerie]

Thanks @RichJB this is a must read for all DIY newbies! Including links to stores was very helpful too.

 

[Puff the Magic Dragon]

Well done @RichJB ! Read it from beginning to end. Perfect for new mixers. Even useful pointers for more experienced mixers.
We tend to forget that vaping may be saving thousands of lives. The next "big thing" in vaping should be to attract new vapers. Many won't even consider it because it can be far more expensive than smoking. At around R 130 for 30ml of juice, vaping is more expensive than smoking (especially at the beginning when buying hardware). At around R 1 per ml, which is possible with diy, it is way cheaper than smoking.
If your document convinces even a handful of smokers to commit to vaping (because they now see it as an affordable alternative), you may have substantially contributed to saving lives.

 

[SAVaper]

Excellent

 

[veecee]

Thx @RichJB. Im new to diy mixing, and very interested. Going to read the doc now, and my first diy juice delivery should arrive tomorrow.

Bought myself a half liter of 3mg 70/30 premix from clyrolinx, and 4 flavours, a couple of syringes and bottles. Can't wait to make my first vape mail post.

Not looking forward to shaking bottles for 30 minutes plus. Lol

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[RichJB]

Don't worry, you don't need to shake for that long, heh. Good luck with it and enjoy!

 

[yolandre]

Many, many, many thanks @RichJB!

 

[MrDeedz]

Thanks @RichJB
This is just what i was looking for, basic concentrates to have on hand.

 

[Zack]

I used a drill and a clamp to shake things up. Be careful when you do this that the bottle does not fly out and lose all your juice.
I followed this video so i could get the hang of things, but its really simple especially if you've read some material before hand.


Good luck.

 

[jpzx12rturbo]

Thanks so much @RichJB !!!
Decided to climb on the DIY train and this was a
Huge help


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[Silver]

Only finished reading this the other day @RichJB

Such a well written DIY primer!
Thank you again

 

[X-Calibre786]

I've been thinking about going DIY. This primer has convinced me to do it.

 

[Dietz]

I've been thinking about going DIY. This primer has convinced me to do it.

 

[Sweets]

Hi all

A lot of new people are entering the DIY scene. It can be quite a daunting prospect and the new DIYer usually has a lot of questions that need to be answered. I've put together a relatively brief primer which addresses most of those questions and gives some pointers on the key decisions, processes and purchases to help you get started.

I've attached the primer to this post in pdf format. If you're new to DIY or considering starting DIY, hopefully it will be of some help to you.

Will definitely check it out. Thanx pal!

 

[CJB85]

Hi all

A lot of new people are entering the DIY scene. It can be quite a daunting prospect and the new DIYer usually has a lot of questions that need to be answered. I've put together a relatively brief primer which addresses most of those questions and gives some pointers on the key decisions, processes and purchases to help you get started.

I've attached the primer to this post in pdf format. If you're new to DIY or considering starting DIY, hopefully it will be of some help to you.

I see in your primer you mention putting the Nicotine in the freezer, does it freeze solid (i.e. need to defrost before use), or stay liquid like vodka? I would also like to know, if I mix larger batches, would it help or harm the life of the juice if the mixed juice is kept in the fridge? If I can store them in the fridge, should I steep at room temp first, or can the steep be done in the fridge too?
TIA

 

[Dela Rey Steyn]

IF your nic is PG based, I dont think it will freeze:

https://askavantor.secure.force.com...e-and-Ethylene-Glycol-Solutions-1403714883826

and to my knowledge, wich is still getting there regarding DIY-ing, I can be wrong. The fridge slows the steeping process down.