Christopher

That's exactly what it is. And holy moly, let me get you up to speed with PMTA. (You know what, I need to make some bullins about this on the forum. I get so wrapped up on things I forget to push the information down sometimes) 
PMTA is regulation that was passed by the FDA on August of last year. The enforcement period starts to happen this year. It goes into full force the end of next year. The gist of it is this, no new products can be sold on the market as of August 28th, 2016. Unless it was sold or available before that date. The real issue though is the e liquid. There is a list of tasks vendor most complete if they want to remain on the market. 
1. Submit manufacture information to the FDA (Vapor Talk just passed this phase) as required. Failure to do so could result in fines and/or worse. 
2. Ingredient submission ( the deadline was this month but, it's been pushed back another 6 months). e Liquid manufacturers must test and submit ingredients to the FDA by the next deadline. (Vapor Talk Black Label has certification right no the product page. We share the info publicly) 
3. The big one... PMTA is extremly complicated but the gist of it is this: We must go through human trials among a full blown list of other requirements in order to continue selling eliquid and other hardware products beyond the end of 2018. As it stands, if using a consulting firm or similar the cost is roughly 800,000 - 1 million dollars PER SKU. (One flavor, 3 strengths would cost between  600,000 and 3 million dollars depending on a number of different factors) If you don't adhere to PMTA or cannot afford it, you must pull your products before the deadline. Additionally there are labeling requirements (for example no cartoon characters, no candy type images etc) This is were most of the dumping of products can been seen. In fact I've seen a ton of vendors selling pretty close to cost. 
 
Right now a number of companies do not plan to go through PMTA. They are selling off their bulk and will close down. (They don't want to advertise this for fear you'll stop buying their brand and opt to use another because customers want consistency) Totally Wicked for example, have been around forever. Since we started. They are pulling out of the US market and will only operate in Europe. As it stands, if things don't change, 95+% of the vendors you shop with now will no longer be in business. Most of your favorite products will no longer be available if they aren't PMTA registered. (That's almost all of them) It's not.. looking good. 
The attitude many of is "I mix my own stuff I'm not worried." That's true, but that doesn't mean it won't still have a huge effect on device and supplies. Most won't or don't mix their own products. I hate to think of how many people will continue using traditional tobacco after the vaping industry goes under in the US. 
You can read more about PMTA here: https://www.vaportalk.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pmta/
So to answer, Yes vendors are selling of eliquids cheap and it's because of PMTA. (The VT store even has a sale on a number of eliquids under the deals page. Most at close to cost. No profit margins) 

My guess would be the shops that make their own juice are either reducing the number of juices they manufacture because of the PMTA required, or stop selling them altogether.

They are identical in function... the square OCC are the older version, and the round SSOCC are the newer version with an all Stainless Steel case construction.  The wire inside them are the same regardless of the shape of the coil-head casing, which is probably Nichrome.  If the o-ring seal at the bottom is red, then it is Nictrome.  Blue = Ni200, Black = Clapton (Kanthal), and Pink = SS 316L (for TC)
I personally prefer the square ones with horizontal coils, but they quit making those, and moved to all vertical coils.  But rest-assured, both coils you received are identical in function, and the round ones let you get in a few extra drops of juice in the tank... because they take up less volume.

THREE CHEERS for Christopher !!!!!
Everything is working great now!

You're most welcome

I have fast internet but had to switch to an older macbook pro when my PC died,
Just tried it and it's back to AWESOME thanks!

No not at all. Chances are it's the new chatbox causing problems. This will happen most notable on older or slower connections. Chances are, if it's happening to you, it's happening to others as well. I'll disable it for the moment until I can make some tweaks to the script. One moment... 

ah I see. 
Push Notifications are a fairly new thing. The forum software we use has it built in as it makes sense given the type of  website it is. (It's actually handy but not necessary needed). Browsers don't yet handle the questions in my opinion very well. Anytime you hit "not now" it will always ask you again when you visit or refresh. It's just the way it is at the moment until developers figure out a better way to handle notification systems as everyone and their mom starts adding them to their websites. 
Annoying...but normal.
By the way thanks for staying patient. I know this always ends up being 20 questions but it's sometimes difficult to narrow down what's going on your side without being there. 

Great feedback!

ok I'm about to apply a set of patches to the front end which we didn't have time for today. That might resolve at least any visual errors. The post ordeal is the server, which hopefully resolve tonight. If not, let me know and we'll delve in further and see what the deal is

Today, I received my Vape Mail from the VT Store!  YAY, Thanks @Christopher for getting those coils and the TopBox Platinum into the warehouse for me!
2 boxes 1.6 Ohm Nautilus BVC for my gal 2 boxes 0.5 Ohm SU316 SSOCC for me Several meters of NiChrome wire in assorted gauges for my RBA deck and OCC head rebuilding 1 absolutely gorgeous TopBox Mini Platinum   Yes, it is the all SS body version, not the unpainted Aluminum body.  I am one HAPPY vaper this morning  

It's a primary rule on the forum. Yet I'm the worst at breaking the very rule I wrote lol

ha ha good catch, I'm the worst with typos 

Thanks for the feedback! I know a lot of new users get hung up on what to choose. One of the things I'd like to get going on the store is a "learning area" which might help with that. especially to those that are brand new

I was introduced to the VT Store via the Bekuali kit sold on Groupon Canada. These were great intros to vaping and bought lots for family and friends to try. The hardest thing when it was time to try something new on any site was what coil and batteries go with what mod and tank. For a noob, the starter kits are a great way to start. I found the forum on the VT site and learned a lot in the past six months. Now I have no problem ordering almost anything. The biggest thing that kept me coming back to the VT Store is the customer service, second to none imo. I once ordered coils from Heavens Gifts in China that did not work and it was a really bad experience to get that settled. Now I comparison shop between 180smoke.ca which has local outlets in Canada and Vaporworld.biz. So far I've only bought stuff at the VT Store because the prices are competitive and I know the customer service is excellent! The only thing I may shop for is bulk vg, pg, nic & flavors should I decide making my own juice. But for now, I only go through one 30ml bottle a week vaping leisurely. My next mod purchase is a toss up between the eleaf ipower, Smoketech Alien or G Priv.


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The Eleaf iPower is powered by a long lasting 5000mAh built-in battery which is designed to last all day. The Eleaf iPower features a sleek and smooth finish which is both comfortable to hold and aesthetically pleasing. The maximum output of this device can be reached up to 80 watts. The Variable Temperature Control system offers support for Nickel (Ni), Titanium (Ti), and Stainless Steel 316 (SS316) coils. The Eleaf iPower also features Bypass, Smart and Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) modes. The Eleaf iPower features a dual circuit protection which applies over-charging, over-current, and over-discharging protections. This device may be charged and also download future firmware updates via the Micro USB Port.
https://www.vaportalkstore.com/?s=Eleaf+iPower+80W+TC+Mod&post_type=product
 

It can be a chore sometimes! But it's no problem at all. Let me check with my vendors and make sure we can order the items in. 

Well, I went back in to get a screenshot and it let me change the ZIP to lose the +4, then checkout went right through... Order # 46490
I guess it just hung after age verification last time through?

Some new items in: 
Kanger SS316L SS SSOCC Heads Subtank Mini Glass Subtank Nano Glass Atlantis Glass Atlantis V2 glass Cleito Glass 3.5ml Target Glass (Vaporesso) Melo 3 glass TFV4 Mini Glass Cleito 5ml extension glass Micro TFV4 glass TFV4 Glass Triton 2 Glass TFV8 baby glass Toptank Mini Glass Stock replenish 

Funny we were just talking about this last week. We've had a few requests for VT gear. We're planning to get some polo shirts made but could probably order in some T shirts and other gear

Hey Folks, 
We've got some new goodies in the store: https://www.vaportalk.com/us/
You can also find the new replacement glass category here: https://www.vaportalk.com/us/product-category/tanks-clearomizers/tank-replacement-glass/
 
Kanger SS316L SS SSOCC Heads Subtank Mini Glass Subtank Nano Glass Atlantis Glass Atlantis V2 glass Cleito Glass 3.5ml Target Glass (Vaporesso) Melo 3 glass TFV4 Mini Glass Cleito 5ml extension glass Micro TFV4 glass TFV4 Glass Triton 2 Glass TFv8 baby glass Toptank Mini Glass Stock replenish  We've got more stuff on the way this week. We'll have an even bigger load of inventory late march once we have the new office all sorted out

Hey Folks, 
We've got some new goodies in the store: https://www.vaportalk.com/us/
You can also find the new replacement glass category here: https://www.vaportalk.com/us/product-category/tanks-clearomizers/tank-replacement-glass/
 
Kanger SS316L SS SSOCC Heads Subtank Mini Glass Subtank Nano Glass Atlantis Glass Atlantis V2 glass Cleito Glass 3.5ml Target Glass (Vaporesso) Melo 3 glass TFV4 Mini Glass Cleito 5ml extension glass Micro TFV4 glass TFV4 Glass Triton 2 Glass TFv8 baby glass Toptank Mini Glass Stock replenish  We've got more stuff on the way this week. We'll have an even bigger load of inventory late march once we have the new office all sorted out

Hey Folks, 
So we receive a ton of requests for glass replacements. Currently we only have a few available, at the end of this week we will carry glass replacement tubs for most of the tanks we carry (and other popular models) by weeks end. As get more space available in California I'll start carrying  other spare parts as well Will update once the lot arrives. 

Hey Folks, 
So we receive a ton of requests for glass replacements. Currently we only have a few available, at the end of this week we will carry glass replacement tubs for most of the tanks we carry (and other popular models) by weeks end. As get more space available in California I'll start carrying  other spare parts as well Will update once the lot arrives. 

lol not at all! This is actually a pretty popular device at the moment (I had planned to bring more in)