Harvest a Pound Every Three Weeks!
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andyman
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cool, I might just have to make one like this for my friends closet. but smaller.I'll take that as a compliment.
It looks no where near as good as the commercial one. But nothing beats hand made!
good job
DubB83
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They spray sideways, I was trying that but ran into problems and just went the easy way. You would have to use a thinner pipe (I used 1/2" PVC) and offset it from the top side more than the side.
DubB83
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I have been thinking of a guard system to protect the sprayers from the roots without hindering the flow of water from the sprayers. If you think of a good way be sure to let me know.
P.S. Stinkbud, Your setup is nice. I'm not really going to be working on your level but just wanted to let you know that your thread gave me the nuts to attempt this myself.
To everyone else looking to build this system, get the thicker tighter fitting caps, I got the cheapo loosey goosey ones and had to coat them a few layers to keep all the leaks out.
P.S. Stinkbud, Your setup is nice. I'm not really going to be working on your level but just wanted to let you know that your thread gave me the nuts to attempt this myself.
To everyone else looking to build this system, get the thicker tighter fitting caps, I got the cheapo loosey goosey ones and had to coat them a few layers to keep all the leaks out.
andyman
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like netcups over the sprayers or window screen?
I was thinking of doing a test one with the sprayers mounted inside the fence post. drilled threw the top upside down then have little hoses that ran off what little threads stuck out , to a manifold to the pump. then there would be no pipe or sprayers in the way of the roots.
this would be just a test experimental one. I will still be using master stinkbuds way for my major grow.
andyman
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spray on bedliner works good for leaks and fills in gaps and cracks
DubB83
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I would say drill the hole large enough to clear the supply tube for the sprayer and threading it through from the inside and then all you have to worry about is securing the supply tube to the outside. Working inside these channels is no fun.like netcups over the sprayers or window screen?
I was thinking of doing a test one with the sprayers mounted inside the fence post. drilled threw the top upside down then have little hoses that ran off what little threads stuck out , to a manifold to the pump. then there would be no pipe or sprayers in the way of the roots.
this would be just a test experimental one. I will still be using master stinkbuds way for my major grow.
andyman
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if I used fishtank air hose I could just pull it threw the post with the sprayer on allready and when it stopped at the hole it would seal cause it would be larger there cause of the threads making the hose larger
Yo AndyMan - the retail versions utilize a sprayline that does spray at a downward angle through a series of pinholes... Check this book out for detailed instructions on how to make an exact replica of the AeroFlo2 Gen1 - the AeroFlo2 has just recently been upgraded - the second generation of the AF2 utilizes external tubing and sprayheads. The first AeroFlo's used 6" round PVC tubing.
Here is a link to the book with great instruction on how to build an AeroFlo2: http://www.howtohydroponics.com/aero_hydroponic_system.html
The latest AeroFlo - http://www.cropshop.no/updated/images/AF14-de-face.gif I think most of us on this thread could build this by looking at the pic? Pretty clean, huh? I want to make one for fun. I feel the Stinkbud design is superior for serveral reasons (which I won't go into - thank goodness!) ...perhaps modify to more of an NFT design as the wonderful StinkMachine... what you can't see in this pic is the adjustable drain tube for run-off - perhaps axe this and let it run off the edge... and then get rid of the external spray lines, and then - oh why bother... you improve it and you have the Stinkbud 9000 - just start there! ha ha
andyman
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cool thanks
this pic is just what I was thinking about making in a trial size version. Planning on using stinkbuds plan mostly (if it aint broke dont fix it). and do small experimental ones I can give my close friends to use.
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mercilus
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While I was at work today, I designed a remake of this system to fit a cabinet I have.
The resevoir is already set and all that fits fine, although the 4x4's will cover more of the res. than in the StinkBud design due to space limitations.
* Five 2" net pots per 3' post.
* Five ezclone sprayers per 3' post.
My question is, will the 396 eco plus water pump be able to handle 20 ezclone sprayers or should I step up a size?
I will post my graph paper design, its to scale however I don't have the measurements listed.. Basically each square represents an inch.
Also, one other question that came up, and I dont seem to see answered. How were the pumps attached to the pvc feeders? Silicone or is it just a tight fit? Never worked with PVC but I have lots of tubing laying around
The resevoir is already set and all that fits fine, although the 4x4's will cover more of the res. than in the StinkBud design due to space limitations.
* Five 2" net pots per 3' post.
* Five ezclone sprayers per 3' post.
My question is, will the 396 eco plus water pump be able to handle 20 ezclone sprayers or should I step up a size?
I will post my graph paper design, its to scale however I don't have the measurements listed.. Basically each square represents an inch.
Also, one other question that came up, and I dont seem to see answered. How were the pumps attached to the pvc feeders? Silicone or is it just a tight fit? Never worked with PVC but I have lots of tubing laying around
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andyman
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you need a 500 gph kind 25 ghp each spray head. a 400 might work but real close.While I was at work today, I designed a remake of this system to fit a cabinet I have.
The resevoir is already set and all that fits fine, although the 4x4's will cover more of the res. than in the StinkBud design due to space limitations.
* Five 2" net pots per 3' post.
* Five ezclone sprayers per 3' post.
My question is, will the 396 eco plus water pump be able to handle 20 ezclone sprayers or should I step up a size?
I will post my graph paper design, its to scale however I don't have the measurements listed.. Basically each square represents an inch.
my 190 does 10 spray heads so maybe. I think it would be even more of a finer mist with more power. finer the mist the better
DubB83
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I would recommend the ECO 633, it costs double but water pressure is what makes the sprayers work.While I was at work today, I designed a remake of this system to fit a cabinet I have.
The resevoir is already set and all that fits fine, although the 4x4's will cover more of the res. than in the StinkBud design due to space limitations.
* Five 2" net pots per 3' post.
* Five ezclone sprayers per 3' post.
My question is, will the 396 eco plus water pump be able to handle 20 ezclone sprayers or should I step up a size?
I will post my graph paper design, its to scale however I don't have the measurements listed.. Basically each square represents an inch.
Also, one other question that came up, and I dont seem to see answered. How were the pumps attached to the pvc feeders? Silicone or is it just a tight fit? Never worked with PVC but I have lots of tubing laying around
mercilus
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Look at this timer I just found! Sorry if it was already posted, but a NICE CHEAP alternative.
http://www.plantlightinghydroponics.com/cap-nft1e-1minute-on-4minutes-off-preset-recycle-timer-p-1725.html
http://www.4hydroponics.com/grow_room/capNFTtimer.asp
http://www.plantlightinghydroponics.com/cap-nft1e-1minute-on-4minutes-off-preset-recycle-timer-p-1725.html
http://www.4hydroponics.com/grow_room/capNFTtimer.asp
DoubleBubble
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I just finished reading every post of this thread and went and purchased everything for my cloner. I had to order some of the parts like timer, pump, EZ cloner sprayers, etc. but I went to Lowes Home Improvement and look what I saw when I went to look for my 18 gallon Roughneck. Those are all 18 gallon. I am sorry Stink but that is FUNNY! Thank you so much for everything you have shared and continue to share here and in life in general. I too will pass it on. I just will eventually build them all but for now the cloner will be a welcome addition. I can't wait to get my issue of HT in May. Is there some way I could get you to sign my copy? Seriously! Thanks again and sorry about the totes! LMAO
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andyman
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the nft-1 is the one you want
1 on 5 off