I agree do what you u can in veg avoid doing too much in bloom you don't wanna stress them too muchImo, I try not to remove anything in flower. Any cut you make, leaves a wound, that'll need to heal. That healing takes energy, that could potentially go towards bud growth. Just my opinion.
The plants look amazing!2months ³ weeks old begging of 3rd week of flower no special nutrients or soil whatsoever... What y'all think they look happy too me. I also have one more of the gl1000 that's not up and on yet