Whoopee! I can post in this thread, as of this morning! I've been running cheap-ass LED, T5s and CFL until now. Hi!
I just bought a used digital ballast, new DigiMax bulb and a little gull wing reflector for $95. The ballast seems pretty solid, not sure what brand, but I inspected it for wear internally and it looks pretty clean.
I'm running four plants in 5 gallon Smart Pots, organic soil, water-only via Blumat loop, 2 sensors per pot in a 4'x4' tent frame, without the skin.
Anyone have thoughts on what sacrifices I'm making by running my tent 'skinless?' What am I going to lose without the reflective mylar? I wanted better airflow and better access to the plants for pruning, training, and cleaning. Should I put the tent skin back on? What are the trade-offs?
I'm a fucking newb still, kids.
Because someone will ask; I am running RD Scott's OG, DH Strawberry Sour Diesel, and 2 Delicious (Cheese) Candy, all fems. I'm a seed popper.