Keesje
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You changed your post after I replied.
So again: Why would roots choke in a DIY build and not in a set up from a shop?
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So again: Why would roots choke in a DIY build and not in a set up from a shop?
Keesje
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@Rheaun
It doesn't make much sense to post a statement on a forum, and if someone asks for an explanation, repeat the same statement again.
Most are here (at least me) to learn something or to become smarter.
That is why I asked for an explanation.
Which you refuse to give.
The only thing you do is respond with a 'wow' like I'm the ignorant here.
Explain to me please exactly where the difference lies.
Maybe I totally agree with you after your explanation.
And I am happy that I have become smarter again.
It doesn't make much sense to post a statement on a forum, and if someone asks for an explanation, repeat the same statement again.
Most are here (at least me) to learn something or to become smarter.
That is why I asked for an explanation.
Which you refuse to give.
The only thing you do is respond with a 'wow' like I'm the ignorant here.
Explain to me please exactly where the difference lies.
Maybe I totally agree with you after your explanation.
And I am happy that I have become smarter again.
diggs99
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Ya im not sure i see any difference in DIY or pre bought tbh.
Roots clog all systems if not attended to properly i would imagine. If anything i think most DIY systems are overall better than pre bought imo, take RDWC for example, most pre made systems are running much smaller return lines than 3" , like the DIY guys around here are using. I cant see how this wouldnt decrease the chances of root clog compared to its store bought premade with 1.5" returns.
As for my aero setup, i have no idea if its better, as good or worse than a pre made system, i know the coolers worked great. Im hoping the big tote systems works just as well.
Keesje
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If you mean that many people build a set up that is ultimately too small for the amount of roots or plants, then I agree.
I also see that the design is sometimes not well thought out.
The advantage of a DIY set up is that you can adjust it for little money (or throw it in the trash can and build a new one)
But I also see set ups from the store that have a lot wrong with it. And they are expensive...
I also see that the design is sometimes not well thought out.
The advantage of a DIY set up is that you can adjust it for little money (or throw it in the trash can and build a new one)
But I also see set ups from the store that have a lot wrong with it. And they are expensive...
icetech
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Jesus diggs.. those roots look better than a plant i have had in DWC for a month now... (i have more roots, but not near as robust) that's amazing...
Keesje
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If I'm correct, these pics are taken 21 or 22 days after you cut the clones, right?
diggs99
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Yes that is correct, they were cut from the mom 21/22 days ago....i think its 22
diggs99
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Thanks man, ya they seem to really like the aero
I was being sarcastic...
Is there a language barrier? (Only asking because of some of your other posts).
What's that black 'device' on the ground in the last picture (on the right hand side)?
icetech
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Just a word of warning.. if you get one of those "Ultra-sonic" humidifiers it will killed our carbon filters quickly.. killed my first one in less than 2 weeks.. they put out this white powder that clogged it almost 100%.. Just a FYI, luckily i had found that info before i destroyed a second filter
diggs99
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not its just a cheap one from walmart, i only use it for babies and early veg in the tent. it does the trick but far from good lol
Good from afar then? Hah.
That's a good tip. Yes, high humidity in general will shorten the lifespan of carbon filters.Just a word of warning.. if you get one of those "Ultra-sonic" humidifiers it will killed our carbon filters quickly.. killed my first one in less than 2 weeks.. they put out this white powder that clogged it almost 100%.. Just a FYI, luckily i had found that info before i destroyed a second filter
That "white powder" is probably the minerals in your tap water. What's your tap ec/ppm? Ours is low enough this doesn't concern me too much.
Axion42
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I use a evaporative humidifer, works great and no calcium dust anywhere.Just a word of warning.. if you get one of those "Ultra-sonic" humidifiers it will killed our carbon filters quickly.. killed my first one in less than 2 weeks.. they put out this white powder that clogged it almost 100%.. Just a FYI, luckily i had found that info before i destroyed a second filter
icetech
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My tap is 95-100ppm consistantly.. and yeah i should have mentioned that it only happens with tap water supposedly
but figured better he knew in case he uses tap before he trashes a filter.
diggs99
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fkn disaster struck some time this morning....the new pump stopped working. Fkn thing cost me $130 cdn, only got it yesterday lol....the 2nd pump i ordered isnt scheduled to be here for another 2 weeks yet 
I walked in the room to 8 awful looking clones. Wilting hard.
So i moved them back into the cooler for now. I might convert 2 of the big totes to the standard aero approach with the pump and manifold and water all in the tote. This way i can use my smaller pumps that i have here and know they work.
Could have been much worse as i was about to head out riding skidoo for the day, so i popped in the room to check on the bigger girls, to see if they needed water. They would have been all dead by this evening when i planned on getting home.
Skidoo fun is cancelled, more aero work to be done lol.
Im finishing this run in aero,come hell or high water. either they get to harvest or they die trying.
I walked in the room to 8 awful looking clones. Wilting hard.
So i moved them back into the cooler for now. I might convert 2 of the big totes to the standard aero approach with the pump and manifold and water all in the tote. This way i can use my smaller pumps that i have here and know they work.
Could have been much worse as i was about to head out riding skidoo for the day, so i popped in the room to check on the bigger girls, to see if they needed water. They would have been all dead by this evening when i planned on getting home.
Skidoo fun is cancelled, more aero work to be done lol.
Im finishing this run in aero,come hell or high water. either they get to harvest or they die trying.
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