Recent content by abuseguy

Well, damn. You definitely told me. I feel thoroughly chastised. What is "search function"? Does AOL have that? Kidding aside, I did use the "search function" and wasn't successful based on the questions I was asking. Sorry to invade your day, but I appreciate the response. Nothing to see...

So, reading between the lines, I sense you think this isn't a good idea. <grin> Of course, that's why I asked and I appreciate the advice. Just for curiosity, what would the result be? Would it kill the ballast, blow up the bulb, open a portal through the space-time continuum? (Rest assured...

Can I power a 315W CMH bulb using an electronic Lumatek 600W HPS ballast that is switchable to 400W and 300W? It's not "square wave," but can it power a 315 even if it's not ideal? Will it diminish the quality of the light produced or reduce the life of the bulb? Thanks for any insight. I can't...

That's a good price. What company makes the tent? I didn't know Sears was selling grow gear. You can maybe put a light coat of oil on the zipper to make it pull easier. Even light cooking oil.

Agree on the perlite for the soil. The three-bottle FF mix has worked great for me in the past. Follow the schedule and you will probably be very happy. If you're just starting out, it's nice to have a steady fert mix that you can depend on while messing around with strains, heat, humidity...