Stealth Cabinets

[stelthy]

Huh....Yeah they've replaced the 9/18 with 4/8 I dunno if they've just changed the label or whether the ingrediants have changed too...When I next visit the Hydro-store I'll ask the dude, whats it all about n see if he'll swap my 9/18 over for the newer one Here's another LINK straight from Advanced Nuitrients :- http://www.advancednutrients.com/hydroponics/products/hammerhead/hammerhead_product_information.php

Enjoy the party man, I am gonna go n make a Pizza from scratch now and I have a feeling I may add some bud to my list of toppings, that should make for an interesting afternoon n pass some time lol - STELTHY

 

[BudBaby]

Ok mate let me know, i have found some 9/18 so i can get which ever you recommend.

Let us know on how much superthrive to get aswell mate and ill order it next week

Pizza idea sounds great, i love cooking from scratch.

 

[BudBaby]

Got the fan fitted in one cab now mate, there was just enough room, i will have enough space to grow 1mtr plants max as at the hight the lights will only be 7" above them.

Ill post some pics later, i got the one filter fitted too just need to tape them all up and jubilee clip.

I have notice though that the fan is still fairly noisey, the main noise from it coes from the big intake hole, when i cover that with my hand its virtually silent. Not sure what i can do to sort it.

 

[BudBaby]

How will the fans run mate? Will they be on 24/7?

They arent as loud now as before they were all connected, im just thinking about how to make the very bottom of the fan less noisey without having to take it down again lol. I havent got the room for a accoustic box either. I was thinking maybe cut some small strips of accoustic tiles and try and stick them on to the bottom of the fan if i have room. maybe covering the bottom hole with a tile and cut some holes in it, not sure if this is practical.
I may try something like this http://www.thctalk.com/cannabis-forum/showthread.php?t=7008 I would have to make it smaller and fit it inside the lip of the fan as not to disturb the bungees.

If i can just get it so you cant hear it outside the room with the door shut ill be happy. I need to make it slightly less noisey, ive not got any vibration noise at all so its just the sunction noise. If i can muffle it in some way ill be happy with that. I wonder if a couple of pairs of socks stretched over it sould make any difference.


Took me ages to get it to fit securely, ive attatched the stand aswell which is stoppin g the bungees from slipping

Here is a couple of pics

 

[BudBaby]

I have been doing a bit of research and i rekon i may have to stump up for a speed controller, these look good http://www.greenshorticulture.co.uk/Grow-room-Products-20/-Environmental-Control-236/STR-Voltage-Stepping-Fan-Speed-Controller-1298.asp

I think a reduction in output would def make things alot less noisey. I didnt realize how powerfull these fans were!!

I have started a sperate thread about this and a few people have said a fan speed controller but apparently this makes the fan hum. The ones in the link above dont do this but they are pricey.

Let me know your thoughts mate, not sure if you use one yourself but i cant see i will need mine on full power anyway as i will have no heat issues.

 

[BudBaby]

Someone also said they use these http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Dimmer-Socket-...f24712feafd8ea

If i can get away with these i would be over the moon as there cheap as chips. Im nearly broke now

 

[BudBaby]

I have been thinking about how to run the power supply, luckily i have one plug sockets next to the first cabs and one just behind the second cabs Ill need a single extension lead for the 2 pumps to run the plugs into my cabs. I rekon the plug on the light and fans is long enough to plug into my 10 gang extension lead inside the cabs then ill just run this out of the cab.

 

[BudBaby]

I think i may go for this one mate http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170232848746&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:GB:1123

He said i can run both fans off of it. Just emailed him to see how you install it and if its straighforward.

 

[BudBaby]

Ive just finished fitting the second filter, all secure and no leaks fingers crossed.

I have tested a bucket and i rekon they will be bang on, plenty of movement and small bubbles on the surface and large bubbles popping about a couple f inches form the top. There is no real noise frm the buckets and i dont think its to much. Ill def glue the airstones in place though for a better distribution of bubbles.

Im gonna stain the cab tomorrow, fit handles and do final door adjustments and weatherstrip on monday. I just need to get a fan controller now and all good to go Ill do a test run in both cabs first. I also need a couple of extension leade for the top cabs for the filter pump plug.

 

[stelthy]

Ok mate let me know, i have found some 9/18 so i can get which ever you recommend.

Let us know on how much superthrive to get aswell mate and ill order it next week

Pizza idea sounds great, i love cooking from scratch.

I don't think it matters too much, They are both practically the same in content, But I'd prob go for the newer 4/8 as its label is offers correct info As far as Super-thrive goes 1L should be enough.. You'll literally need a couple of drops of a pippet per pot... You could get a bigger one if you dont wanna have to buy anymore for ages, but I imagine a 1L container of S.T would be enough to start you off....(You'll prob go from seed to Harvest with all 8 ladies and just the 1L bottle of Super-thrive) its very potent stuff......It smells like Marmite lol - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

Got the fan fitted in one cab now mate, there was just enough room, i will have enough space to grow 1mtr plants max as at the hight the lights will only be 7" above them.

Ill post some pics later, i got the one filter fitted too just need to tape them all up and jubilee clip.

I have notice though that the fan is still fairly noisey, the main noise from it coes from the big intake hole, when i cover that with my hand its virtually silent. Not sure what i can do to sort it.

1 Meter plants should be fine.. I'd say Veg them until they reach 30cm then kick them into Flower! (Should end up at roughly 1M - depending on genetics). Glad to hear you've installed the filter too You could put some kind of foam muffler over the exposed side of the in-line fan (inside the cab) or if you have the room install a cut down odorsoc directly onto the fan... I'll have a look on line and see what other possible options we have - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

How will the fans run mate? Will they be on 24/7?

They arent as loud now as before they were all connected, im just thinking about how to make the very bottom of the fan less noisey without having to take it down again lol. I havent got the room for a accoustic box either. I was thinking maybe cut some small strips of accoustic tiles and try and stick them on to the bottom of the fan if i have room. maybe covering the bottom hole with a tile and cut some holes in it, not sure if this is practical.
I may try something like this http://www.thctalk.com/cannabis-forum/showthread.php?t=7008 I would have to make it smaller and fit it inside the lip of the fan as not to disturb the bungees.

If i can just get it so you cant hear it outside the room with the door shut ill be happy. I need to make it slightly less noisey, ive not got any vibration noise at all so its just the sunction noise. If i can muffle it in some way ill be happy with that. I wonder if a couple of pairs of socks stretched over it sould make any difference.


Took me ages to get it to fit securely, ive attatched the stand aswell which is stoppin g the bungees from slipping

Here is a couple of pics

In Veg you can run the fans 18/6 the same as your LED panal...But as for the Flowering cab I'd leave the in-line fan for that cab on 24/7.. As large plants = large humidity. In Flower you'll want low humidity, like 40-50% this will lesson the chances of your buds getting mould on them and also keep the funky smells at bay

Yeah that should work If you can make a couple of foam mats and get them to fit snug, However have you considered a couple of fan speed controllers? (This would mean you could run them slow as you like/quietly or as fast as needed I bought a controller from E-Bay n I dont even need it lol, I'll have a llok on-line n see whats available, This would work much better than the accoustic foam, alternativly give the stretched socks a go It'll be interesting to know if it helps at all ? - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

I have been doing a bit of research and i rekon i may have to stump up for a speed controller, these look good http://www.greenshorticulture.co.uk/Grow-room-Products-20/-Environmental-Control-236/STR-Voltage-Stepping-Fan-Speed-Controller-1298.asp

I think a reduction in output would def make things alot less noisey. I didnt realize how powerfull these fans were!!

I have started a sperate thread about this and a few people have said a fan speed controller but apparently this makes the fan hum. The ones in the link above dont do this but they are pricey.

Let me know your thoughts mate, not sure if you use one yourself but i cant see i will need mine on full power anyway as i will have no heat issues.

Yeah a couple of fan speed controllers is your best bet Yeah in-line are build to move large ammounts of air.. I remember when I 1st tested my in-line fan it blew a large glass New-York picture clean off my wall and.......er..smashed it lol oop's lol Anyhow my inline has a built in speed controller as well as a thermostat so it runs fairly quietly now.

To be honest I dont know that much about fan speed controllers and the noise the do/don't create.. Whats the main answer on your seperate thread on this?

Yeah the veg cab could run 45% of its full speed and the Flowering cab could run at 80% of its full power - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

Someone also said they use these http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Dimmer-Socket-...f24712feafd8ea

If i can get away with these i would be over the moon as there cheap as chips. Im nearly broke now

Lol, I can imagine...How much have you spent so far? My GrowShop also surgested a dimmer socket to me I was going to install a remote one to show off but then I stumbled accross my in-line and decided I didn't need a controller after all, Shame though as a remote fan would have been a nice touch - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

I have been thinking about how to run the power supply, luckily i have one plug sockets next to the first cabs and one just behind the second cabs Ill need a single extension lead for the 2 pumps to run the plugs into my cabs. I rekon the plug on the light and fans is long enough to plug into my 10 gang extension lead inside the cabs then ill just run this out of the cab.

I'll draw up a diagram of how to/where to run your cables etc etc... There's a couple of ways but I am guessing the more 'Stealth' the better ?!! - STELTHY

 

[BudBaby]

Well some people seem to use dimmers which other say you shouldnt do as its dangerous so i dont really know.

I may try this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FAN-SPEED-CONTROLLER-650W-Control-Two-Fans-/170549187192?pt=UK_HomeGarden_Garden_PlantsSeedsBulbs_JN&hash=item27b5861278

The bloke has said they do make the fans hum a bit but if im not happy with it i can send it back for a refund. It would be ideal for me if its not to noisey as its for 2 fans

Ive just ordered a ec truncheon and ph pen and i got 450ml superthrive which im hoping will keep me going for a bit.

I still cant get over how loud the fan is, its not the actual fan itself its just the inlet where its pulling in all the air lol. My l=main light only give off as much heat as a 100 watt light bulb so i dont think ill have to have the fan on full blast anyway

Ill order one now and get express delivery so i should have it tomorrow

 

[BudBaby]

I'll draw up a diagram of how to/where to run your cables etc etc... There's a couple of ways but I am guessing the more 'Stealth' the better ?!! - STELTHY

Ok mate thanks, ill leave the extension leads until i have it all worked out properly first. Just off to get a paintbrush lol so i can stain the cabs later

 

[stelthy]

Ive just finished fitting the second filter, all secure and no leaks fingers crossed.

I have tested a bucket and i rekon they will be bang on, plenty of movement and small bubbles on the surface and large bubbles popping about a couple f inches form the top. There is no real noise frm the buckets and i dont think its to much. Ill def glue the airstones in place though for a better distribution of bubbles.

Im gonna stain the cab tomorrow, fit handles and do final door adjustments and weatherstrip on monday. I just need to get a fan controller now and all good to go Ill do a test run in both cabs first. I also need a couple of extension leade for the top cabs for the filter pump plug.

Awesome news Be careful when glue gunning the air-stones onto the base of the DWC containers you don't want the base of the buckets to melt, .. apply the glue to the base of the air-stones 1st then blow the glue so it becomes cooler and tacky, with the air-line already connected install the air-stone in place and hold it firmly until its secure...Dont add water until 1 day later.. to make sure the glue has fully bonded , Have you decided upon any nice handles? .. I really like Crystal handles, But I also like chrome... I was thinking about this the other day and thought black handles would have been nice on my cab.. Bottom line is keeping the unit Stealth in its enviroment. Post some pics of the handles and a step by step of the staining of the wood... Try n do it so you get no run's etc..

Have you tested for any light leaks yet?

Yeah be careful and accurate when applying the weather stripping, it will make for a nice seal and improve the performance of the cabs - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

Well some people seem to use dimmers which other say you shouldnt do as its dangerous so i dont really know.

I may try this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FAN-SPEED-CONTROLLER-650W-Control-Two-Fans-/170549187192?pt=UK_HomeGarden_Garden_PlantsSeedsBulbs_JN&hash=item27b5861278

The bloke has said they do make the fans hum a bit but if im not happy with it i can send it back for a refund. It would be ideal for me if its not to noisey as its for 2 fans

Ive just ordered a ec truncheon and ph pen and i got 450ml superthrive which im hoping will keep me going for a bit.

I still cant get over how loud the fan is, its not the actual fan itself its just the inlet where its pulling in all the air lol. My l=main light only give off as much heat as a 100 watt light bulb so i dont think ill have to have the fan on full blast anyway

Ill order one now and get express delivery so i should have it tomorrow

Ha awesome The fan speed controller in the LINK is the exact same one I bought and is cheaper... Yeah this will do the trick !!! and defo help keep noise levels down - STELTHY

 

[stelthy]

Ok mate thanks, ill leave the extension leads until i have it all worked out properly first. Just off to get a paintbrush lol so i can stain the cabs later

Cool cool, Yeah I'll get the diagram done tonight, I need to 'pickup' too as I need a doob but I'll crack on with it tonight and upload either tonight or most likely tommoz AM. Please add pics of the cabs being stained, ie BEFORE, DURING ... & AFTER and add any ideas you have for handles etc - STELTHY