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    I dont think I can say I have ever experienced the Medical effects of Different Strains

    Yep! Sorry. Suggests you may need a fusion. I have rods and screws holding my lower lumbar together - L1 - L4. Neurosurgeon will clean out the stenosis buildup between discs during the op. Possible side effect is nerve damage which may affect your sex life. There are areas below my waist...
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    I dont think I can say I have ever experienced the Medical effects of Different Strains

    Have a friend, late 60's, who's been smoking joints all day long for decades. That abuse caught up with him 2 years ago with throat cancer. The treatments, the severe loss of weight and gum/teeth damage was severe as a result. He will never be the same. Moderation is key. I am a lightweight...
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    Where is uncle ben?

    I went with Viparspectra KS5000 after weeks of research. This company has the right idea when it comes to outside distribution of the diodes. From the center to the sides/corners there's only a differential of about 105 PPFD at a height of 16", 16 s.f. space. It's also easier to hang cause...
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    Where is uncle ben?

    If you're looking to ditch the mylar and use white paint, BEHR PREMIUM PLUS #PR-W15 Ultra Pure White Semi-Gloss Enamel Low Odor Interior Paint & Primer has the highest LRV (light reflective value) of any coming in at 94.4! My walls will have it.
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    Where is uncle ben?

    I too hate perlite. It is dusty (wear a mask when handling) and being soft breaks down. Coarse vermiculite is my choice. Take advantage of the free shipping and get a giant bag. https://www.amleo.com/ Ordered goodies a couple of days ago which includes 50# of osmocote 15-9-12 which I'll use...
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    Where is uncle ben?

    Look at the diode arrangement of the Vipar. The ends of the bars are increased in diodes to allow more perimeter PAR output. Both have a 3 year warranty, if that matters. I also favor buying American, HLG.
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    Where is uncle ben?

    4X4'. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08JP7694C/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=AWO4IL9D9CQXJ&psc=1
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    Where is uncle ben?

    Thanks. Think I'm going for this one. I've researched this stuff to death with the videes, par values charting, etc. Actually it's a toss up with this and the HLG 600R spec on sale for $521. HLG is heavy in weight and doesn't have the outbound light distribution that the ViparSpectra KS5000...
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    Where is uncle ben?

    Good job on using a root tip pruning system, your pots. Been using them for decades beginning with Griffin's Spin-Out, RootMaker pots including fabric and now will try MicroKote for my next grow of indicas. I have very large citrus, mango and avocado trees growing in RootBuilder, bottomless...
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    Where is uncle ben?

    And I just bought a huge bag of BM7 soilless from A.M. Leonard, free shipping. Hope this stuff fluffs up OK. :mrgreen:
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    Where is uncle ben?

    Am honored to me you sir. You're on the right track regarding nutrition. If you need to increase N during flowering then do it. Ignore the "advice", read your plants. It's leaves that the provide carbos for flower production. Support that unit unit during the entire cycle and you'll be...
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    Where is uncle ben?

    There are plenty of forums for political discourse. It would be a lot easier for a mod to tell someone doing their "Trump sucks" drill to tell them NO in a growing forum than put up with trash in a Political forum that is basically that - trash talking. Point well taken on the affiliation drill.
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    Where is uncle ben?

    I feel the same about musicians actors, etc.
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    Where is uncle ben?

    After all this time "they" still haven't figured out that RIU would be a better place without any politics discussion.
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    Where is uncle ben?

    1. The "new" Rolli banned me for my conservative views. Typical intolerant Twitter type censorship from the far left it twas. The "old" Rolli and I were good friends. He was open minded, accepted view points other than his own. We chatted often in the old days. 2. Every cannabis forum has a...
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