(Aquatic Hydroponic) [First Time!] Stealth-Box Mini Fridge

llTacTiicZll

llTacTiicZll

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Hey guys I was looking into ad researching many different ways to Grow undetected and virtually anywhere needed.
So I moved in with a roommate and we both have two separate Mini Fridge's which I thought would be perfect to start something Big out of something small!
Since this was my first time Growing and or making something to this size I did a lot of research and am currently under construction of my low key stealth box.


Here is the idea That fit the type of mini fridge I had...
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I haven't seen nearly any of these on the web but found out how good it can work and what it will benefit me for making a hydroponic system.
So I wanted to get some help for my first time growing for what im getting.

(Aquatic Hydroponic) [First Time!] Stealth-Box Mini Fridge
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Adjustable 80mm 8cm Multi-Color 4 LED Computer Case Fan + RPM Speed Controller

US $4.25 http://www.ebay.com/itm/160856390348?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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So this is were I'm At right now 11/26/2k12

Materials Im saving up on getting are:
HYDROPONIC GROW SYSTEM KIT W/ pH TEST KIT..4 PLANT GROW KIT
US $26.20 http://www.ebay.com/itm/120997400526
Pro 225 LED 14 Watt Hydroponic Plant Hydro Grow Light Panel14w HEX 6 Band UV IR
US $31.88 http://www.ebay.com/itm/330821039869
OZONE GENERATOR 1,000mg/hr Hydroponics Plant Odor Control Air Purifier Cleaner
US $15.99 http://www.ebay.com/itm/300776430045

Still looking into other materials I need but this is some research i looked up on what I need.

What I Know-

WATER CULTURE
SYSTEM
Materials Required:​
AQUARIUM - Any water tight container with fairly vertical sides will work. Light breaks down the nutrient solution and encourages algae growth so if you us an aquarium you will need to construct a light shield out of cardboard or aluminum foil to keep light out of the reservoir (aquarium). If you wish to view the roots make the light shield (or part of it) removable.​
FLOATING PLATFORM - You will need a piece of Styrofoam 1 1/2" to 2" thick. Cut Styrofoam to fit loosely inside the aquarium (or whatever you are using for a reservoir).​
PLASTIC CUPS - Use several small plastic or Styrofoam cups to hold the plants on the floating platform. (NOTE: We usually use Solo brand 3oz. plastic bathroom cups, but you can use any small plastic cup as long as it has tapered sides).​
GROWING MEDIUM - You will need a small amount of growing medium, enough to fill the plastic cups. (NOTE: The Professor recommends using Perlite or a perlite / Vermiculite mix for the growing medium).​
AIR PUMP AND AIR STONE - You need to use an air pump and airstone to oxygenate the nutrient solution. A regular air pump designed for an aquarium is all that is required.​
HYDROPONIC FERTILIZER* - A good quality cannabis hydroponic fertilizer is required, regular "dirt" fertilizers do not contain essential "micro-nutrients".​
pH TEST KIT * - You will need some way of checking and adjusting the pH of your nutrient solution.​

CARE AND FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS​

  1. Fill the aquarium (reservoir) with water. Mix your nutrient solution as per the instructions on the fertilizer package. Check pH and adjust accordingly. NOTE: The required pH value will vary depending on the requirements of the plant.​
  2. Attach 1/4" airline to the air stone and place airstone in reservoir. Attach free end of tubing to air pump and plug in air pump to outlet, make sure that there are bubbles coming from the air stone. (NOTE: NEVER submerge the air pump in water as electrical shock could occur).​
  3. Place floating platform on top of the nutrient solution. Put plastic cups into the holes in the floating platform.​

  1. When the plants have used up about half of the nutrient solution you can add WATER ONLY to bring the level back up (do not add fertilizer or you could cause a nutrient build up that could harm the plants). Recheck pH and adjust if necessary.​
  2. When the plants have used half of the nutrient solution for the second time you need to change out the nutrient solution by draining the reservoir and then mix a fresh batch. Use the old nutrient solution on house plants or other vegetation.

    Questions I have:
    Is their anything That I would need that I've skipped on is there any new tips you experienced     gardeners know?
    I'm so strapped on the money I have, will this be what id need for a good Grow.
    How long is the grow process Growth, Bloom, trimming, etc
    For the size im using 14" Height 3 Plants
    should I add a second reservoir of water in the back were the fridge motor is located? I can hold A good sized horizontal container More the a gallons worth. with a water pump recirculating the water on a timer?
    Should I still make a drip system? theirs a lot I can add just need honest opiions. Andy doations would make this project expand from this mini fridge asap.

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nuskool89

nuskool89

Well-Known Member
Looks good, going to need alot of training though, that will be a tight squeeze. Two suggestions, cover the tank with a black trashbag or anything to block light penetration, you do not want ambient light hitting your roots at all. Second, take the mj leaf sticker off the fridge

EDIT: Just saw you already posted about the light in the tank good deal. One thing you're missing is a way to check ppm. I would invest in a ppm meter. Expensive, but neccesary for hydro applications. Could you get away without one? Absolutely. Could you also burn your plants beyond any means of saving them? Absolutely. Running any sort of hydro set up as an inexperienced grower can be a challange, not impossible by any means, but lots of room for error.

You're saying you want a max plant heighth of 14 inches; you realize with a reservoir that big you will have tons of root space allowing for much bigger plants than you're expecting right? Imagine the vertical space you would have if you used 2 gallon smart pots filled with just 6 of inches of soil? http://www.greners.com/i/pots-tables-reservoirs/products/smart-pots/smart-pot-2-gal-8-x-7.html
 
llTacTiicZll

llTacTiicZll

Member
Any suggestions on the best PPM meter for the plants on a budget & what is the ppm meter read etc? and as for height the reason I'm making a stealth box is for the discrete part as a main thing. So is there a way to maintain height with maximum buds and growth.
Future reference I will be making this into a full sized Fridge without the freezer I'm getting one sooner or later.
What is other materials that I would need and how long is the expected process.
what do you think would be my Harvest?
 
llTacTiicZll

llTacTiicZll

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Edit Can I ask help on connecting the fans i have it has 3 main blue wires leading to a piece with - + S There is also a secondary silver wire running to a separate connector that can pair two the second fan and leads to the + on the main piece
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Ill post up a better pic tomorrow but they are also a 4 color led fan ad it has another wire for the speed adjuster aswell.
 
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