1st Grow - Hubbabubbasmelloscope in DWC & Water Farm

[Budley Doright]

@Wisher2 ... for that link you gave me for the RO system, hubby is asking how often the filter has to be changed; said if its too often, he’d rather I spend a bit more for one that requires less dickering with. (Was only able to ask him today cuz he’s been on travel all week) ... said he’d put one in for me

I haven’t looked at link but it really depends on water quality but at least a year for membrane but typically two. Prefilters every 6 months, installed a few.

 

[Budley Doright]

Damn....
Just a bad day all the way around.

Ya check it out on google, eastern Ontario, Quebec, it was like a fucking war zone, spent 3 days cutting out the road due to trees down, there was some pretty desperate people around here. I was not working at the time so it was pretty cool actually. Shows what you can do with out power if you have access to water and wood stove, lots didn’t .
Edit: and I had lots of pot lol.

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

Edit: and I had lots of pot lol.

That makes all the difference in tte world *lol*

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

I haven’t looked at link but it really depends on water quality but at least a year for membrane but typically two. Prefilters every 6 months, installed a few.

Well thats good to know - tx!

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

So I did some digging, and some reading, and some comparisons, and read a crap ton of reviews and reporrts regarding RO systems. One of the things that I have consistently found to be a problem with distilled and RO water is that its bad to DRINK the stuff because it actually leaches minerals from the body becaus so much is removed. This - according to the World Health Organization and various medical reports - can cause a whole range of medical problems beginning in a very short amount of time.

Now, I know we’re talking anout RO water for my plants ... BUT, if I can effectively - and efficiently - address the health needs of my family, my four dogs, AND my little baby plants, then it would appear to make sense to do so. In addition, we will be doing major reconstruction to our house starting within the next year, so I want to do ONE system instead of this system for “X,” and that system for “Y,” and “oops forgot to add/do Z.”

Soooo, the long and short of it is that I am considering this sytem (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MUBQIKT?) ... it has a 5 year warranty (best I can find so far), produces the least amount of waste water per gallon, increased water production over other systems, the refrigerator kit, and the fact that it has a remineralization process to add back the GOOD minerals that human and animals need.

What are your thoughts?

 

[Budley Doright]

So I did some digging, and some reading, and some comparisons, and read a crap ton of reviews and reporrts regarding RO systems. One of the things that I have consistently found to be a problem with distilled and RO water is that its bad to DRINK the stuff because it actually leaches minerals from the body becaus so much is removed. This - according to the World Health Organization and various medical reports - can cause a whole range of medical problems beginning in a very short amount of time.

Now, I know we’re talking anout RO water for my plants ... BUT, if I can effectively - and efficiently - address the health needs of my family, my four dogs, AND my little baby plants, then it would appear to make sense to do so. In addition, we will be doing major reconstruction to our house starting within the next year, so I want to do ONE system instead of this system for “X,” and that system for “Y,” and “oops forgot to add/do Z.”

Soooo, the long and short of it is that I am considering this sytem (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MUBQIKT?) ... it has a 5 year warranty (best I can find so far), produces the least amount of waste water per gallon, increased water production over other systems, the refrigerator kit, and the fact that it has a remineralization process to add back the GOOD minerals that human and animals need.

What are your thoughts?

The leaching of minerals from the body is pretty controversial so do some more searching and decide if it is a concern. The system looks good although the booster pump looks a bit cheesy . The iron prefilter is a nice touch! And yes if you have any concerns about bacteria then a UV is necessary as the RO will not remove that. Again it “looks” like a nice setup .

 

[Budley Doright]

Shit that reminds me ..... I need a new UV bulb .

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

So here’s a side-by-side of the girls this morning



Notice some new rust spots on #1 (yup - cut off the dead leaves last night)

DWC with HBSS #1:
- ph was 5.8 and today its at 5.6
- ppm was at 530 and today its at 520
- water temp at 68

Water Farm with HBSS #2:
- ph was 6.4, adjusted it last night to 5.5 and today its backup to 6.2 - just adjusted it back down AGAIN
- ppm was at 560 and today its at 590
- water temp at 68

 

[Homie Da Clown]

So here’s a side-by-side of the girls this morning
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Notice some new rust spots on #1 (yup - cut off the dead leaves last night)

DWC with HBSS #1:
- ph was 5.8 and today its at 5.6
- ppm was at 530 and today its at 520
- water temp at 68

Water Farm with HBSS #2:
- ph was 6.4, adjusted it last night to 5.5 and today its backup to 6.2 - just adjusted it back down AGAIN
- ppm was at 560 and today its at 590
- water temp at 68

Well let 1 ride and its good to see it eating something. In a week we will gauge your ph swing and decide where I want it.. She looks good. She has a nice fold to her leaves. She is in her happy space. As more root reaches the water she will be more efficient with the uptake of nutes, specifically Ca. The Ca that I see is on older leaves, and new growth looks good.

As for 2, she still has an infection, but she is battling it. As soon as you get that +life, which is her medicine, she will improve rather quickly...
Right now just keep her water level to exact bottom of netpot. And when you refill, refill with just water, and then bring ph down.

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

As for 2, she still has an infection, but she is battling it. As soon as you get that +life, which is her medicine, she will improve rather quickly...
Right now just keep her water level to exact bottom of netpot. And when you refill, refill with just water, and then bring ph down.

Question - I don't think the water level reaches to the bottom of that upper bucket ... should I maybe raise the water level? Also, now that it appears we’re past drowning her, should I put the drip ring back on a continuous drip versus just a bit twice per day?

 

[Homie Da Clown]

So I did some digging, and some reading, and some comparisons, and read a crap ton of reviews and reporrts regarding RO systems. One of the things that I have consistently found to be a problem with distilled and RO water is that its bad to DRINK the stuff because it actually leaches minerals from the body becaus so much is removed. This - according to the World Health Organization and various medical reports - can cause a whole range of medical problems beginning in a very short amount of time.

Now, I know we’re talking anout RO water for my plants ... BUT, if I can effectively - and efficiently - address the health needs of my family, my four dogs, AND my little baby plants, then it would appear to make sense to do so. In addition, we will be doing major reconstruction to our house starting within the next year, so I want to do ONE system instead of this system for “X,” and that system for “Y,” and “oops forgot to add/do Z.”

Soooo, the long and short of it is that I am considering this sytem (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MUBQIKT?) ... it has a 5 year warranty (best I can find so far), produces the least amount of waste water per gallon, increased water production over other systems, the refrigerator kit, and the fact that it has a remineralization process to add back the GOOD minerals that human and animals need.

What are your thoughts?

that is a quite expensive ro unit!
Totally your choice tho.
I like to keep things simple and cheap so I can utilize them funds in other places. Like for the csn17 and +life which isnt to cheap. But I also realize you might be sliding this payment off with the hubby as YOU want better water quality for the family... So with that said, maybe quality is slightly more important.


Here is one I seen that looks pretty good...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XELTTG/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B003XELTTG&pd_rd_wg=O6I9x&pd_rd_r=JP2D7MW9XTNAMFDCQKCS&pd_rd_w=HVogo

 

[Homie Da Clown]

Question - I don't think the water level reaches to the bottom of that upper bucket ... should I maybe raise the water level? Also, now that it appears we’re past drowning her, should I put the drip ring back on a continuous drip versus just a bit twice per day?

The water level of both buckets should be exactly level with the bottom of the grow pot(upper pot). And no dont turn the ring back on. Instead put a stone in the bottom so its like that dwc bucket... and let her keep growing.. and get that +life added. Wisher will give you his formula. My formula is a pinch in a qt mason jar filled 3/4ths with solution out of the bucket.. And instead of just dumping it back in the bucket, dump it around the seedling thru the rockwool and let it drain back down. make sure to get the rooter with some too.. This will prob be the only time I ever tell you to pour straight on the rooter tho....Remember that.

 

[Homie Da Clown]

The water level of both buckets should be exactly level with the bottom of the grow pot(upper pot). And no dont turn the ring back on. Instead put a stone in the bottom so its like that dwc bucket... and let her keep growing.. and get that +life added. Wisher will give you his formula. My formula is a pinch in a qt mason jar filled 3/4ths with solution out of the bucket.. And instead of just dumping it back in the bucket, dump it around the seedling thru the rockwool and let it drain back down. make sure to get the rooter with some too.. This will prob be the only time I ever tell you to pour straight on the rooter tho....Remember that.

And instead of just dumping it back in the bucket, dump it around the seedling thru the rockwool and let it drain back down.

EDIT: I meant hydroton

And instead of just dumping it back in the bucket, dump it around the seedling thru the hydroton and let it drain back down.

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

The water level of both buckets should be exactly level with the bottom of the grow pot(upper pot). And no dont turn the ring back on. Instead put a stone in the bottom so its like that dwc bucket... and let her keep growing.. and get that +life added. Wisher will give you his formula. My formula is a pinch in a qt mason jar filled 3/4ths with solution out of the bucket.. And instead of just dumping it back in the bucket, dump it around the seedling thru the rockwool and let it drain back down. make sure to get the rooter with some too.. This will prob be the only time I ever tell you to pour straight on the rooter tho....Remember that.

Water Farm already has an airstone in it (has since the start) ... +life, cns17 grow, and cns17 ripe all on order (will I be adding all of that in addition to the GH micro and bloom as well or in place of?

And cooy that on that being the ony time to pour onto the rooter!

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

that is a quite expensive ro unit!
Totally your choice tho.
I like to keep things simple and cheap so I can utilize them funds in other places. Like for the csn17 and +life which isnt to cheap. But I also realize you might be sliding this payment off with the hubby as YOU want better water quality for the family... So with that said, maybe quality is slightly more important.


Here is one I seen that looks pretty good...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XELTTG/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B003XELTTG&pd_rd_wg=O6I9x&pd_rd_r=JP2D7MW9XTNAMFDCQKCS&pd_rd_w=HVogo

I saw the iSpring, and considered it, but that expensive one Inwas looking at really does have a great warranty. And cost isnt an issue for something like that ... he and I are big proponents of quality over quantity. Do it right the first time and you won't have to do it a second time (which is why he is spending every available waking moment on sanding that bloody boat so he can get it painted and in the water before rockfish season opens - the boat has to be done right!)

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

Here’s a pic of the boat he and his buddy bought that they’ve been working on since October. They had to sand off 50 years worth of bottom paint and fix over 100 blisters that had developed over the years in the fiberglass.

 

[Homie Da Clown]

Water Farm already has an airstone in it (has since the start) ... +life, cns17 grow, and cns17 ripe all on order (will I be adding all of that in addition to the GH micro and bloom as well or in place of?

And cooy that on that being the ony time to pour onto the rooter!

In place of.. You can use your GH stuff down the road when we get you learned up a lil' bit
In the meantime we will run cns17 grow as soon as you get it. 1 part nutrient will really simplify life for you as a newb.
And the +life will keep you healthy. We will top feed the +life every Sun. All thru the week you will not dump the buckets, you will only add ro water and then csn17 to fill line. U need to make a line on the blue hose outside that shows you when its to its full line.

 

[cjsbabygirl313]

Both buckets have the fill line already marked on the hose

 

[Homie Da Clown]

Here’s a pic of the boat he and his buddy bought that they’ve been working on since October. They had to sand off 50 years worth of bottom paint and fix over 100 blisters that had developed over the years in the fiberglass.
View attachment 4103365

I LIKE IT!!!!
So its got a cuddy cabin eh? What does it look like..
V8 inboard ?
I wish I owned it..
I have a 1984 375v Ranger bass boat, but my 175 hp motor done locked up on me... I hate boat motors!!!

 

[Homie Da Clown]

Both buckets have the fill line already marked on the hose

Ya I thought they did... Well now you know lol