winkdogg420
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cant wait!
250 Watt MH Grow with *PICS*
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tom__420
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Alright so I just got done transplanting the 12/12 seedling into a slightly bigger pot. I took some pics of the veg plants that are 3 weeks old. I topped them and they are recovering okay. The last pics are of the flowering plants. I removed a good bit of leaf and smaller popcorn buds off of the bottom part of the big lady. She is looking great , I'm so proud haha 
. I fed the lady full strength fox farm nutes. She seems to have taken well to it. Here are the pics, if you got any question post em up. Have a good one! 
Tom
. I fed the lady full strength fox farm nutes. She seems to have taken well to it. Here are the pics, if you got any question post em up. Have a good one! Tom
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lilmafia513
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Dang look at those tops on that thing!!
Very nice.
Very nice.
Wretched420
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there really filling in ... looking good man
lilmafia513
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LOL...ok, the first pic looked like a 3 inch plant w/ a cola on it...I just took two quick pictures before the lights came on. I used the auto feature on my camera with the flash. They aren't the greatest but they do show you the actual color of the buds a lot more. Let me know what ya think
Tom
.They look great man, gonna be some tasty nugs!!
lilmafia513
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Flowering with MH made all my plants get covered in Trichomes!Haha I didn't even notice that mafia! This harvest should taste a lot better and be more potent I'm hoping cause I'm using better nutrients and the MH lighting. I guess I'll find out in a few more weeks, I can't wait
Tom
they look shiny diamonds with the light on them. Beech sais they taste better too with MH. Guess we'll both see in a few weeks!!
tom__420
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I just placed an order on 1000bulbs.com for two 250 watt HPS bulbs. Here's the link: http://www.1000bulbs.com/250-Watt-HPS-HID-Light-Bulbs/25/ I thought it was a pretty good price. You guys think that bulb will work well?
Tom
Tom
winkdogg420
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2100k is pretty low but if it works for you, who cares what the number is right??!! i dont even know what the optimal k number is i just know 2700k is what i use in vegg??I just placed an order on 1000bulbs.com for two 250 watt HPS bulbs. Here's the link: http://www.1000bulbs.com/250-Watt-HPS-HID-Light-Bulbs/25/ I thought it was a pretty good price. You guys think that bulb will work well?
Tom
price sure seems right..
winkdogg420
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sounds good man im picking up a complete 400w mh for 25 beans they are reg lights ut will be fine! with bulb 25 on craigslist the guy has 75 of them!!
tom__420
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Does anyone know if I can use "Great Stuff" insulating foam sealant to seal the end of my reflector to the fan a little better? I have a pic I drew real quickly in paint to show what I'm trying to do. The duct fan is attached on the outside of the wall on the left and is sucking air through a hole that is about 3.5 inches wide. I think if I put some foam insulation on the inside of the reflector flange it would help to just suck heat from the reflector first and not the box. Is this a fire hazard? A quick answer would be awesome, thanks in advance! 
Tom
Tom
lilmafia513
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Well, if you could get past the smell of the stuff, it can work i believe. Check at lowes or Depot, and look for the fire-retardant stuff. I think they make that stuff for just about anywhere.BUMP, I could really use some help on this...
Tom
Maybe a two part epoxy rated for high heat would be better, easy to work with.
Plus it would be like a putty, or clay, you could shape it a little better.
Just random thoughts for ya'...LOL!!!
tom__420
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So I just got done sealing up the reflector a little bit with the expanding foam and it went well. I'm pretty sure that I had an easier time cooling my HPS bulb than I am having with cooling my MH right now. I have to have a window open to bring cool fresh air in for intake. I'm hoping when my HPS bulb gets here it will help a little bit with the heat problems.
Tom
Tom
lilmafia513
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Hey tom,So I just got done sealing up the reflector a little bit with the expanding foam and it went well. I'm pretty sure that I had an easier time cooling my HPS bulb than I am having with cooling my MH right now. I have to have a window open to bring cool fresh air in for intake. I'm hoping when my HPS bulb gets here it will help a little bit with the heat problems.
Tom
My MH gets pretty warm, but i still need a heater in the room. How big a bulb you got? Open window means lingering scent
....carefull!!!
tom__420
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Well the grow box is on the second story and there isn't much smell yet. I have been looking carbon filters/ uv generators within the past week. Once I save up some extra cash I might purchase something along the lines of this for odor control: http://htgsupply.com/viewproduct.asp?productID=52531 Do you think that would control the smell pretty good? Let me know
Tom
Tom
lilmafia513
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I'd say so, it should be more than enough for your size cabinet. just remember to seal it off real good, when you install it. No leaks, or smell can escape.
You know i'm in my 8th week now, and really just now started to smell them...a lil' bit. Always heard they would reak to high heavens!!LOL!!!!
You know i'm in my 8th week now, and really just now started to smell them...a lil' bit. Always heard they would reak to high heavens!!LOL!!!!