Hello All,
Just switched from NFT to e&g for more vertical grow space. Luv this thread, lots of info.
Couple of tips Ive learned. When putting this e&g together I vaselined the fittings, very light, makes a better seal. Just like a cars oil filter. Use a hair dryer on the hoses, expands the rubber. Heat for about 30 seconds....saves the fingers.
For bugs, mites, fruitflys, whatever...use no pest strips for 1st two weeks of flower, then take down and store in freezer bags for the next crop. I had mites my 1st crop and have never seen them again.