DIRTHAWKER
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The feds could wrap anyone up on this forum if they wanted to.. That goes without saying.
I mean why is he preaching to the choir?
anyway no hard feelings..just dont need to be reminded evrytime somebody posts.
Harvest a Pound Every Three Weeks!
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I mean why is he preaching to the choir?
anyway no hard feelings..just dont need to be reminded evrytime somebody posts.
StinkBud
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When the time comes I just pull them up out of the containers and move them into the flower room.
I have 2 - 1000W HPS for a total output of 290,000 lumens. My lights have vented hoods the take the air from one room and vents into the attic. That way my room is totally sealed to keep the CO2 in the room. I use a 440 CFM fan to vent my lights. Lights are run at night to help keep temps down.
I use an A/C unit during the heat of the Summer but don't need it the rest of the year.
I use a complete greenhouse control system with CO2. I keep my CO2 at 1500 PPM during the day cycle.
I keep my humidity below 60% and have a 200 CFM fan that vents into the attic to keep humidity in check.
I'm running 3 separate Aero/NFT systems so I can have 9 weeks flower time and a 3 week perpetual harvest cycle.
I use a cycle timer for the pumps. The timer is set to 1 minute on and 5 minutes off. This allows maximum Oxygen to the roots without letting them dry out.
I made 3 separate Aero/NFT systems using PVC fence posts. The plumbing runs inside and is made from the same 1/2" PVC pipe I use for the cloner. EZ-Clone sprayers between each plant site.
14 plant sites. 396 GPH pump.
The frame is made from 3/4" PVC pipe. 18gal. Rubbermaid container for the reservoir.
Here is my formula for my flower room:
Botanicare Nutrients:
126ml Cal-Mag Plus
150ml Sweet
180ml Liquid Karma
540mlL Pure Bend Pro Bloom
I run 2000 PPM all the way until the flush cycle. Some strains like AK47 can handle over 3000 PPM without burning. Other strains show signs of tip burn at just 1700 PPM. Since I run 10 different strains I set my PPM for a good overall value.
Check out the photos for details on my flower system.
Flushing and harvest next...
I have 2 - 1000W HPS for a total output of 290,000 lumens. My lights have vented hoods the take the air from one room and vents into the attic. That way my room is totally sealed to keep the CO2 in the room. I use a 440 CFM fan to vent my lights. Lights are run at night to help keep temps down.
I use an A/C unit during the heat of the Summer but don't need it the rest of the year.
I use a complete greenhouse control system with CO2. I keep my CO2 at 1500 PPM during the day cycle.
I keep my humidity below 60% and have a 200 CFM fan that vents into the attic to keep humidity in check.
I'm running 3 separate Aero/NFT systems so I can have 9 weeks flower time and a 3 week perpetual harvest cycle.
I use a cycle timer for the pumps. The timer is set to 1 minute on and 5 minutes off. This allows maximum Oxygen to the roots without letting them dry out.
I made 3 separate Aero/NFT systems using PVC fence posts. The plumbing runs inside and is made from the same 1/2" PVC pipe I use for the cloner. EZ-Clone sprayers between each plant site.
14 plant sites. 396 GPH pump.
The frame is made from 3/4" PVC pipe. 18gal. Rubbermaid container for the reservoir.
Here is my formula for my flower room:
Botanicare Nutrients:
126ml Cal-Mag Plus
150ml Sweet
180ml Liquid Karma
540mlL Pure Bend Pro Bloom
I run 2000 PPM all the way until the flush cycle. Some strains like AK47 can handle over 3000 PPM without burning. Other strains show signs of tip burn at just 1700 PPM. Since I run 10 different strains I set my PPM for a good overall value.
Check out the photos for details on my flower system.
Flushing and harvest next...
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DIRTHAWKER
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Thanks for all the great information stinkbud. Being a newbie to aeroponics i am starting to understand. The setup looks easy enough to build. Only thing im still confused about is the nutrient stuff etc... ppm? etc... what, do you measure out a certain amont of nutrient and add to water in the reservoir?
do you keep adding nutrient to keep it at a certain level?
thanks
do you keep adding nutrient to keep it at a certain level?
thanks
growinman
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BEAUTIFUL SET-UP!!
Great job on the pics too! Your making me want to go out and get the parts right now---never knew it could be so basic<--at least the system. I 've been searching for ways to modify my aeroflo and you just answered it all.Cant wait to see this baby in action! +rep4u!!
growinman
GrowTech
stays relevant.
Not all patients are aware that it is federally illegal-even though it's legal locally, and the laws regarding it. I don't think he's preaching to anyone, he's just letting offering some advice I guess....
StinkBud
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You just fill the res with water and start adding the nutrient formula until it reaches the correct PPM.
What PPM level you run depends a lot on what strain you are running. 1700-2000 PPM is a safe number to start at but some strains can handle over 3000 PPM.
Every couple of days I add water. As the plants use up the nutrients you will have to add more formula. It's really too easy!
All you need is a cheap PPM meter. Stick it in the water and read the number.
Same with PH. Just put the meter in the water and it will tell you the PH. If it is below 5.8 you add PH up. If is above 5.8 you add PH down.
LolipopCrop
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Killer setup bro. very impressive. thanks for sharing with us + rep
DIRTHAWKER
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Thanks stinkbud. Its probably alot easier then it seems to a newb.. Im gonna try this.
highwayman
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your an inspireational grower.. and a awesome set up too keep it upp...
StinkBud
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Here is the formula for my flower room:
Botanicare Nutrients:
126ml Cal-Mag Plus
150ml Sweet
180ml Liquid Karma
540mlL Pure Bend Pro Bloom
Mix all the nutrients in a spare gallon milk container. Add water and shake well. The whole mix will take an 18 gal rez to 2900 PPM.
You need a PPM meter that goes to at least 2000 PPM.
Add about half of the mix and check your PPM. It will be low so you will have to keep adding nutrients until you get it to 2000 PPM.
It is easy to add more nutes but hard to take them out
If you go over you have to drain some nute/water from the rez and add more plain water.
That's why you want take it slow at first.
Always adjust your PH after you set your nutrients PPM.
Botanicare Nutrients:
126ml Cal-Mag Plus
150ml Sweet
180ml Liquid Karma
540mlL Pure Bend Pro Bloom
Mix all the nutrients in a spare gallon milk container. Add water and shake well. The whole mix will take an 18 gal rez to 2900 PPM.
You need a PPM meter that goes to at least 2000 PPM.
Add about half of the mix and check your PPM. It will be low so you will have to keep adding nutrients until you get it to 2000 PPM.
It is easy to add more nutes but hard to take them out
If you go over you have to drain some nute/water from the rez and add more plain water.That's why you want take it slow at first.
Always adjust your PH after you set your nutrients PPM.
DIRTHAWKER
Well-Known Member
Ok...one last question, where do you buy a pump, the little red misters, and those fence posts?
2ill4u
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why the fuck is hulk giving anyone ideas, this kid is the tool of RIU. search all post or threads by this guy, and don't take his postings to seriously. You will just start banging your head on the wall until your knocked out. It does take away the pain of reading his post though.
https://www.rollitup.org/legal-edge/80584-going-england-trip-how-can.html
giving advice about the feds, but wanting to smuggle weed overseas within two of the most dangerous empires.
https://www.rollitup.org/seed-strain-reviews/115990-so-excited.html
finally he gets to move back home and grow some trees.
https://www.rollitup.org/seed-strain-reviews/112738-i-am-going-kill-myself.html
my favorite post yet on RIU
https://www.rollitup.org/legal-edge/80584-going-england-trip-how-can.html
giving advice about the feds, but wanting to smuggle weed overseas within two of the most dangerous empires.
https://www.rollitup.org/seed-strain-reviews/115990-so-excited.html
finally he gets to move back home and grow some trees.
https://www.rollitup.org/seed-strain-reviews/112738-i-am-going-kill-myself.html
my favorite post yet on RIU
Eharmony420
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This the best thread i have read yet. U have really inspired someone sitting here with all the makings of sveral systems and stuck as too which one! 'bout to change my mind and head over to your camp. I can see u dont use a nft mat. I guess thats becasue u primarily rely on aero? i subscribed and reps
StinkBud
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Do a search for Ecoplus 396 pumps and EZ-Clone sprayers (if you don't have a local hydro shop). If you do have a shop by all means buy from there.
I always support my local business first and only go online if I have too.
The fence posts can be had at any major building supplier. They may be hard to find this time of year though. You may have to call around.
They are standard 4x4 PVC fence posts. They come in different lengths.
Don't forget the 2" neoprene collars and 2" net pots. Have your local hydro store keep them in stock for you.
The most important item is the Cycle Timer. I use a CAP ART-DNe timer.
DIRTHAWKER
Well-Known Member
SEE my gut feeling was right.
I knew there was something pecuiliar about this guy,,
what an idiot.
StinkBud
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Have you ever smoked pot that has that smelled like freshly mowed lawn clippings and had a burning after taste? Did it snap, crackle and pop like a bowl of Rice Crispies?
You just smoked pot that wasn't flushed properly.
Flushing is one of the most important aspects of my grow. Some will argue that it is not needed. Don't listen to them! Trust me on this, flushing really helps improve the smell and flavor of your bud.
I start my flush 2 weeks before harvest. I drain the rez and fill it with tap water.
I let the pump run constantly for about an hour to wash out any nutes hanging around.
Then I drain the rez and refill it. I add 150ml of Clearex and let the pump run normally for 24hrs.
After one day I drain the water/clearex and run just straight water for the next two weeks.
I always keep my PH at 5.8
I check the rez every couple of days. If I see the PPM climb more than 50 PPM I'll do another rez change
Your plants will start to turn colors during the flush. This is good. It means that the plant is using up all the available nutrients.
I've seen purple, red, yellow and blue during the flush.
At the end of 2 weeks your plants should be ready for harvest.
You just smoked pot that wasn't flushed properly.
Flushing is one of the most important aspects of my grow. Some will argue that it is not needed. Don't listen to them! Trust me on this, flushing really helps improve the smell and flavor of your bud.
I start my flush 2 weeks before harvest. I drain the rez and fill it with tap water.
I let the pump run constantly for about an hour to wash out any nutes hanging around.
Then I drain the rez and refill it. I add 150ml of Clearex and let the pump run normally for 24hrs.
After one day I drain the water/clearex and run just straight water for the next two weeks.
I always keep my PH at 5.8
I check the rez every couple of days. If I see the PPM climb more than 50 PPM I'll do another rez change
Your plants will start to turn colors during the flush. This is good. It means that the plant is using up all the available nutrients.
I've seen purple, red, yellow and blue during the flush.
At the end of 2 weeks your plants should be ready for harvest.
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DIRTHAWKER
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What about running the co2 through the pvc frame?
StinkBud
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Now it's time to reap the rewards of all your hard work!
Towards the end of your flush you need to start checking the trichromes with a strong magnifying glass or a microscope.
If you have a camera with macro capabilities you can use that to inspect the buds.
Your are looking for the trichromes to turn from clear to cloudy. I like my mostly Indicas with a little amber in the trichromes but I like my Sativas so that the trichs are just starting to turn cloudy.
If you harvest early in the window the high will be more of a head high. Also the more you smoke the higher you get. This is called the ceiling of the high. Sativas are well known for this type of high.
If you harvest later in the window you will get more of a body high. You know that couch lock feeling you get when you smoke a lot of hash like bud. Indicas and Afgani are the strains I think of for a body stone.
Now you have to factor in the fact that different strains are a mixture of Indica and Sativa. Then take into account that each strain takes a different amount of time to finish and you can have your hands full in no time.
So it's a personal thing, not an exact science. You choose what you like best. There is no exact day you can harvest but the time when you harvest effects the final high of the bud.
For me it works out like this. I like two main types of medicine. The first is better for the day. The second works better for the evening.
My more Sativa strains are harvested at the early side of the window. This gives me that soaring, energetic high that keeps climbing the more you smoke. It's great for work and play.
At around 9 weeks the more Indica strains are very finished. This is late in the window for them. The high is very body like and medicinal. It's works great for pain and nausea. Or when you need to get to sleep.
I get the best of both worlds at 9 weeks.
Stay tuned for more on harvesting...
Towards the end of your flush you need to start checking the trichromes with a strong magnifying glass or a microscope.
If you have a camera with macro capabilities you can use that to inspect the buds.
Your are looking for the trichromes to turn from clear to cloudy. I like my mostly Indicas with a little amber in the trichromes but I like my Sativas so that the trichs are just starting to turn cloudy.
If you harvest early in the window the high will be more of a head high. Also the more you smoke the higher you get. This is called the ceiling of the high. Sativas are well known for this type of high.
If you harvest later in the window you will get more of a body high. You know that couch lock feeling you get when you smoke a lot of hash like bud. Indicas and Afgani are the strains I think of for a body stone.
Now you have to factor in the fact that different strains are a mixture of Indica and Sativa. Then take into account that each strain takes a different amount of time to finish and you can have your hands full in no time.
So it's a personal thing, not an exact science. You choose what you like best. There is no exact day you can harvest but the time when you harvest effects the final high of the bud.
For me it works out like this. I like two main types of medicine. The first is better for the day. The second works better for the evening.
My more Sativa strains are harvested at the early side of the window. This gives me that soaring, energetic high that keeps climbing the more you smoke. It's great for work and play.
At around 9 weeks the more Indica strains are very finished. This is late in the window for them. The high is very body like and medicinal. It's works great for pain and nausea. Or when you need to get to sleep.
I get the best of both worlds at 9 weeks.
Stay tuned for more on harvesting...
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CaNNaBiZNeSS
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I posted in that shit talking shit to whulkamania so many times if i look at it again i might flip out, this kid is such a tool man straight, if anyone weaants to laugh read page 3-last of that im going to kill myself thread, you will shit yourself , if not literally, in your mind!
