Stelthy's 600W Hps Project! (New-Cab)

Hi dude,s, Its been an eventfull week, and I have achieved alot however the PC I upload pics from is still fucked so I can for now only - update my text.. the res tubs are done and the shelf has been modded, Am having trouble locating a flurescent green bulb for night work I did buy an 80w green spot light .. but it ran very hot and I figured it was not suitable I will try n add pics soon... I only have to buy a 250w ballast and a 6" odor sock and some ducting and all that'll remain to do is the top Stealth cover box and I an finaly get started, oh can someone explain LSTs how to..etc?!! I may add a mesh if I know what sized holes etc.. and would the mesh be re-usable any how I will try n upload a pic in a min :) any sugestions of any thing I could add that I may have overlooked or not thought of write back soon cheers - STELTHY :)
 
YO :) I've just got back from the grow-shop, and bought my 250w LUMATEK ballast... the last one !! :) I also bought an expensive twin outlet air pump for 50 Quid .. expensive but ultra quiet running and very powerful, so lots of bubbles in those new 10L Res. tubs... I still have a few more things to buy but am getting nearer the end :) Still have 6 bulbs to buy lol, and need to fix my PC or borrow my mates so I can upload my bloody pics lol once Ive added my newest pics I have lots of writing to add so thats a couple of things to look forward to, I am also going to design the top Stealth hood this week ..I'll add diagrams too :) - STELTHY
 
LST is Low Stress Training. it is when you tie the plants branches down to reduce stress from topping or FIMing. in LST no cutting is involved and the plants respond a lot quicker in my opinion. within hours of tieing down a branch, the furthest growth will respond by turning back up towards the light. if you keep leading the branch down as it grows, the lower nodes will eventually grow straight up towards the lights and will try and make a nice even canopy. you can eventually tie down what ever reaches a taller height then the majority of the canopy as well. with your situation it may be a little hard to find good spots to place hooks or other things that you can attach the string or what ever you use to tie down you plant. hope this helps. if you need a pic as example i can show you my closest LST try haha. keep up the work and get us some more pics!!
 
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This is 1 of the 10L res. tubs that is almost done.. A measure is to be added and some holes need to be drilled in the lid see next pic :) - STELTHY
 
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Using a measuring jug, I poured 1L at a time and dry a line in marker for each 1L water level, I need a new drill bit so will drill the wholes in the lid soon :) - STELTHY
 
These are 10L res. tubs but I will only fill then to the 9L mark to avoid drowning my seeds/ladies, and allowing good air supply. I will go on Canna's web site and enter my medium ie. HYDRO/AQUA and enter tank size as 9L as opposed to 10L and print off my new grow guide papers.. happy day! - STELTHY
 
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I bought this clip on fan that I can rig up to a speed controller, but am in two minds about using it now.. I was going to fix it blowing into my cool-tube from the open end, but am now thinking I may use an Odor Sock there instead, I mean I could prob still find a good use for it but I ll just keep it nearby until I make the right decision :) - STELTHY
 
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This is my new air pump it cost 50 Quid but is the tits so... And promises to drive both my large air stones :) - STELTHY
 
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This is the last ballast I need for my setup its the LUMATEK 250W all 3 ballasts :- the 250, 400, and 600 all have a super lumens switch, the super lumen switch can only be used with HPS bulbs not M. Hallide as these bulbs will explode! And you only need to boost the lumens in the last 2 to 3 weeks of flowering but at least I can still boost without temps being of any issue if summer decides to throw a super hot day my way at unexpected notice :) .. all I have to do is switch ballasts to help control highn temps - STELTHY
 
Dude the cab looks good, but IMO your equipment costs are huge for just this small grow cab. Not trying to bash I wish i could mimic the hard work you put into this thing. Good luck with your temp situation.
 
echonc said:
Dude the cab looks good, but IMO your equipment costs are huge for just this small grow cab. Not trying to bash I wish i could mimic the hard work you put into this thing. Good luck with your temp situation.
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Cheers man.. Yeah the cost have been high, but really n truely not cost me more than a pack of seeds :) I harvest my last 2 ladies and with my profits kitted out my new cab :) and once my ladies deliver.. I will be back in the doller as well as bud happy :) a few more grows after that and the cost will have been forgotton and I will reap the rewards of my new awesome cab :) I'll tackle the temp issue in a few weeks but have to be real careful due to having to cut a duct hole in my ceiling to pull in cold air from our loft..missions! lol :) any how glad you like whats been done so far feel free to pop back and comment as things develop further - STELTHY
 
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Here are all 3 of my interchangable ballast's once all the rest of the cupboard is done I'll hide all these wires and really sort out the top so its stylish and efficient but just seeing them side by side is a good vibe for me today :) - STELTHY
 
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I installed a colour coordinated smoke alarm at the front in the centre at the top, piece of mind etc... if things ever went tits up! I wouldn't wanna get torched in my sleep without a fighting chance :) I still may add some extra fire safety stuff later on - STELTHY
 
Ok I am well tired now so will add some more of my pics tommoz... I hope what I've added today has been interesting :) The newer pics will be here soon, peace! - STELTHY
 
Lookin good man, cant wait to see it all finished and packed full of plants. I like the multiple ballasts too its pretty sick
 
Hi Stelthy,

Had to make a stop at the dispensary today. I picked up some killer Black Diamond and sat back and enjoyed (for the most part) your entire thread. Sounds like you and me were having bad times together there for awhile and both recovering at the same time. :) What the fuck was that one dude's problem? Anyways, ancient history.

I know I'm into my DIY cab for about $1k right now. Sure I could have dropped it all at once on a pre-fab unit. But you and I are in this for more than the bud. Just the act of growing is therapy. I suffer from severe depression. Does the pot help? Absolutely along with proper nutrition, exercise and sleep and the support of my family. Keeping busy and focused on something you love is healthy. It's all about maintaining balance in ones life. Some times I lose balance.

Wow did that all just spew out at once? :D Whew!! Let's get back to happy times. Your cabinet is spectacular! I'm having issues keeping my cab temps down with a 250W MH and I still have 2 more 430W HPS to put each into the same sized space. I'm gonna watch what you do and maybe what I'm doing will help you come up with some new ideas as well for keeping temps down.

I'm scribed!!

peace
 
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