Joint Monster
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I've grown in soil quite successfully, but have been out of the game for a little bit. I tried a diy-single-cloning bucket before and it did not work out that well. (HOT water was one problem.) I can't do soil anymore, too messy and I can not carry that much soil around these days. So I am looking to get into hydro...DWC/ RDWC? (I'm not a complete beginner at hydro., but I could use some points.)
I found this General Hydroponics System and was wondering what your guy's thoughts are on it? Has anyone used it before? Is it way over-priced? (I attached a description of the unit below.) It costs about $800CAD or $640USD.
- I've used GH nutrients before and they treated me great.
- Would I need anything else with this unit? (I'm guessing the water will need a Cooler of some sort?) Are there any other "surprises" I should know about before getting something like this? (maybe a R/O unit for good clean filtered water?)
- Some people say adding a air-pump and air-stones helps... to clarify do they mean an air-stone in each of the eight buckets, or can I just put air stones in the main rez and achieve the same results?
- And is the Air-Pump that comes with the WaterFarm really loud? (I can had 8 nozzle air pump before and that think was insanely loud.) I haven't gone to the store to check out the Hydrofarm yet so That's something I'd have to ask them.
I found this General Hydroponics System and was wondering what your guy's thoughts are on it? Has anyone used it before? Is it way over-priced? (I attached a description of the unit below.) It costs about $800CAD or $640USD.
- I've used GH nutrients before and they treated me great.
- Would I need anything else with this unit? (I'm guessing the water will need a Cooler of some sort?) Are there any other "surprises" I should know about before getting something like this? (maybe a R/O unit for good clean filtered water?)
- Some people say adding a air-pump and air-stones helps... to clarify do they mean an air-stone in each of the eight buckets, or can I just put air stones in the main rez and achieve the same results?
- And is the Air-Pump that comes with the WaterFarm really loud? (I can had 8 nozzle air pump before and that think was insanely loud.) I haven't gone to the store to check out the Hydrofarm yet so That's something I'd have to ask them.
WaterFarm 8-Pack
8-Pack- Classic “plug n play” 8-bucket system
The WaterFarm 8-pack is eight WaterFarm module units connected to one General Hydroponics Controller- an integrated 13 gallon reservoir and an 8 gallon controller unit. The controller will keep each unit topped off with the correct level of nutrient for low maintenance. The WaterFarm 8-Pack is powered by GH’s Dual Diaphragm Air Pump and includes necessary hardware and Flora Series nutrients. The grower can arrange the WaterFarm units in a design that is suitable for any environment. Pack them tight or space them out for your growing situation. The WaterFarm 8-Pack is the system for big growers. Clay pebbles not included. You'll need about 70 liters of hydroton/clay pebbles to fill a WaterFarm 8-Pack.
This complete system includes:
- 8-WaterFarm modules
- 8-gallon controller
- 13-gallon reservoir
- Blue tubing & fittings
- Air line & fittings
- Dual diaphragm air pump
- 3-part Flora Kit