thank you for your support.

Thanks. Cant wait to get some plants into these things.

A tip for cleaning up the drill holes . I use a butane jet lighter / micro torch and just do a quick pass or 2 with it to smooth things out around the edge of the hole.. just be quick cause it can melt the plastic easy too 😅. Also works well for anyone who doesn't have a large enough drill bit and have to use a utility blade to cut the holes , heat the area to cut , softer and easier to cut 👍

I agree but i also know some of these parts can be hard to find if you dont have a hydro store nearby

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Could also drill in reverse with a hole saw bit.

Depends on the pump. I just bought one that can do two buckets and if I payed double the price i could of bought a pump that does 4.

I'll remember that

thanks for the advice!

You make the hole ~1ft from the base with a 1,000,000w laser. Everyone knows that. Just make sure nobody is standing within 1.2 Meters of the back of the bucket (2.7m if its on a 4ft table)... *OH JESUS CHRIST NO! I MEANT MILES NOT METERS!*

@@ChadDidNothingWrong Fuck bro, he isn't trying to blast to china. Dial down those watts!

I'll post some updates as they come. I tried starting some pepper plants In my basement only one survived because it's cold down there. Currently have some habanero, scotch bonnet and jalepenos started. Waiting for them to sprout. I also have a bunch of hot pepper seeds on the way.

Should be fine. you will most likely have to cut the 2 inch net pot to get the plant out without damaging the roots though.

I change water every week. But as the plant grows it will need topping up between water changes

Its not the first time that's happend and wont be the last. I'm sticking to my story though. That was a bad zip tie haha

Legit woke people up laughing

John Rock, Hermit had the zip tie correct. It was a bad zip tie.

John rock😁 Referendum coming up Thoughts?

No one is going to spoonfeed you information do your own research.

@@probegt75 your snarky comment was not helpful to this 85 year old female trying to survive through this pandemic, so please myob.

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There are many factors in studying aquaponics. One resource I found which succeeds in merging these is the Keiths Ponics Site (check it out on google) definately the no.1 course that I've heard of. Check out this super resource.

Don't think I have ever heard it called this before, definitely known as a spade bit!

Haha I am sticking to my story. I swear that pack was defective.

Haha I only think that because I’ve done it 10 times haha

@@majorgreenz2811 yea I have done it too many times 🤣. It definitely could have been upside down

Barbed fitting

Where? What is the name of the brand?

@@Trrenik0kb 1 sec I'll find it for you. They are kinda a pain because you have to check the ph and ppm in every bucket but they work great! I put a piece of black tubing through the bucket so I could use a syringe to pull out the water to test it.

@@Trrenik0kb www.amazon.com/dp/B017Y8571C/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_JWqYFbSF78E68

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@@goodtogrow7774 thanks alot growmie. 💪🏻

I mix my nutes in a separate bucket, lift my net pot out and pour my nutes in. Or have an extra bucket set up like this one and just lift your net pot out and put on the new bucket. It can be a hassle sometimes but you’ll get the hang of it

Yea, switch it up for something dark. If you dont change out the nutrients and clean the bucket for a while algae will start to grow.

@@HermitsHome Ok, I'll give that a shot. Thank you.

Thanks for the video bro! Jumping on that subject, isnt it simpler and cleaner Not to put the Level? I purchased a bucket that already has the level but Ive blocked it because of the Same reasons you wrote in the comment. What do you guys think?

Scott Powell spade bit

Is there a particular colour that works better than others or just anything that isn't clear? I realise black would work best but makes reading the indicator impossible.

@@jasegtree1206 take blue or red. green works as well.

@@melfmade cheers mate. I'm planning to move from growing in Coco to dwc next grow (6 weeks time). I have been getting good results in Coco for 2 years now so I know it's time to step up to dwc but I have to admit I'm a little bit nervous 😬 so I'm greatful for the tip.

@@jasegtree1206 good luck with that. i went back from hydro to living soil. happy about that

@@melfmade This is why I'm nervous. The grass isn't always as green as you think it is on the other side of the fence. Thankyou again mate....now my head hurts😂

Use aquarium blue tubing to filter light so algae doesn't grow 👌

Lol there is no drip just an airpump and its used 24hrs 3watts it's like $1.20 per month and a half

here are 90 elbows wich will work better: www.amazon.com/Hydrofarm-Active-Aqua-Elbow-Connector/dp/B008UFBBJ6/ref=sr_1_29?keywords=hydroponic+elbow&qid=1559226505&s=gateway&sr=8-29 here are the gromets for them: www.amazon.com/Grommet-Waterproof-Hydroponic-Straight-Connector/dp/B07M9VPRQY/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=hydroponic+fitting&qid=1559226775&s=gateway&sr=8-7 or www.amazon.com/Hydrofarm-Active-Aqua-Drain-Fitting/dp/B013GFXKA2/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=hydroponic+fitting&qid=1559226857&s=gateway&sr=8-10 if you ever want the connect the buckets together and have a main reservoir these will work if you have a local hydro store it is sometimes better to go in. then you can buy one or two if you dont want to buy in packs of 10 or more. my local store is pretty cheap for the parts

Mix your nutes in a separate bucket, lift your net pot out and fill your bucket.

No

Haha these ones were junk. Had a few that wouldn't lock

@@HermitsHome I think you fed the wrong way, just switch the way you feed zip tie.

Yeah pretty sure he had it backwards lol

They are called hydroton. Clay pebbles. Supports the plant, retains moisture. Keeps light from entering the system.

No it's not necessary. Makes it nice to know how much water is in the bucket without lifting the net lid up. It's also nice to have when draining buckets to change out nutrients. It can all be done without it though.

@@HermitsHome MAKES it easy for algae to grow

@@gregardon it makes it easy for algee to grow with or without the water level pipe?

It saves lifting the pot up So basically a waste of time you don't need a hole in the bottom of a bucket to empty it it's got a big enough hole at the top

@@TheStein474 When the plant is big you might have to tie it down using scrog net or a cage. Of course growing a big plant takes time and effort.. Obviously something you you may find difficult since you are unwilling to drill a simple hole that both drain and indicate water level.. Don't be lazy..

All good. thanks for checking out the video

Is that why you have a bud as your thumbnail? Lol

Pssst..hey, you can put your pot in there

Sharma. I think most people and myself included found the video informative. I've done hydroponics for years and am well aware of the up's and downs. That being said you sound like a lil bitch. Go troll elsewhere.

Nathan..Some people are not aware of the ups and downs and this is important information that first time growers can use to avoid problems...as someone that has "grown for years" u should be aware of these issues and see them as a problem...which is not addressed in this video...go be a lil bitch somewhere else.

Its all bullshit i grow outstanding quality weed in dwc,,i do not use"airstones"my growing media is gravel outta my driveway ,,i do not own ph or ppm gear of any kind i dont chill or heat water room temp is fine if no light in bucket,itsa fukin weed not a rocket ,,rocket science not needed

dave strom I agree Dave. I tried the over priced RO water and I found more issues with my weed. There is a reason it’s a weed. It’s because a weed can be grown anywhere in any conditions. You can nuke a weed with weed killer. It will still come back. Most of these growers don’t even know how to spot root rot, or powedery mildew witch is even worse than a little chemical in my water. Sorry. I have grown for ages and only once used RO water. Just a gimmick.

You are correct in what you're saying except there's no problems with using tap water I don't know what the heck you're talking about. If using RO water you need to add calmag supplement. Majority of times tap water does not need it. If you have a high chlorine content where you live then let the water set out for 24 hours to let the chlorine evaporate, problem solved

It's a popular hobby for poorly dressed middle aged white dudes.

Backhanded compliment. Idk if you know this, but people can tell when you're being a condescending asshole

@@practicalintuition4030 okay boomer