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#61 (**permalink**) 03-15-2008, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by smokedoja

OK, heres the list of stuff to grab...kinda in order
1.Two 21.5 gallon tubs
2.roll of tin foil tape (or mylar with some double-sided tape)
3.Two 3socket 18" light fixtures from lowes (item#122251.ask em)
4.Two 26 watt 3packs of GE CFL bulbs
5.Extension cord
6.12volt AC adapter
7.Computer fan
-~you can replace the 26 watt bulbs with 42 watt bulbs if you want, giving you a total of 252 watts~-

So to start off, grab a couple 22 gallon rubbermaid tubs, or any size really, 35 gallon tubs are good too, and smother the insides with tin foil tape, or mylar.
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dont forget to get the bottoms, i forgot to get a pic.(stoned as hell)

HMM tin foil tape??? so is this any good i was told to stay away from foil with cfls only a couple of days ago, now you shown me this im not to sure any more(think im off to supermarket to get more tin foil though)

justanotherbozo · #62 (**permalink**) 03-15-2008, 08:32 PM

i'm new here and a little nervous about breaching security to post but i like the pictures, and shit, i really AM a rank beginner at horticultural persuits so this DIY stuff is just what the doctor ordered.

thanks again from 'just another bozo' on the bus ride of life

smokedoja · #63 (**permalink**) 03-17-2008, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by keyunit

HMM tin foil tape??? so is this any good i was told to stay away from foil with cfls only a couple of days ago, now you shown me this im not to sure any more(think im off to supermarket to get more tin foil though)

mylar is the best, but tin foil works great for me with the boxes, i've heard that they
cause heat spots if you're using h.i.d. lighting, but with the cfls you don't need to worry about
that...I find that the foil tape is easier to find than mylar, and not as messy as paint.. imho

greensatan · #64 (**permalink**) 03-20-2008, 01:03 PM

sweet set up man like the idea seen it b4 but the detail you put in was the shit thanx again man

Baywatch242000 · #65 (**permalink**) 04-21-2008, 02:23 AM

I was just wondering when you use this type of system, how do you determine watering habits? Since it's not hydroponic, can you offer a newbie some tips on how often to water?

Lovely DIY project!

#66 (**permalink**) 05-28-2008, 10:01 AM

Great work!

How many plants do you have per setup? Also, what are you doing to bring the plants closer to the light while they're small (it looks like they're sitting on a box in one picture)?

Your help is greatly appreciated.

Eggy · #67 (**permalink**) 06-04-2008, 12:51 AM

Thank you so much, I only had loose ideas about how i wouuld set everything up but you helped me put it all together!

secret member · #68 (**permalink**) 06-08-2008, 04:54 PM

you gave me the inspiration, now i'm looking for some help.

StealthBox: An MJ enthusiast's foray into cultivation.

any ideas? i think this is the correct path, but could use some pointers

jangel · #69 (**permalink**) 06-08-2008, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by m1ku5

you gave me the inspiration, now i'm looking for some help.

StealthBox: An MJ enthusiast's foray into cultivation.

any ideas? i think this is the correct path, but could use some pointers

Hey m1kus, this is an old thread. If you have a particular question please start a thread and we would all be pleased to help you. Just ask and we are here!

And by the way your set up looks great!!!!! patiants my friend, you are doing just great! I raise and lower my lights on chains. Just put an eye bolt into the fixtures when I made them and use chains and S hooks. works just fine.

Lee · #70 (**permalink**) 07-16-2008, 02:19 AM

bump

#71 (**permalink**) 07-31-2008, 09:12 PM

how much bud is that in those jars? is that all from those plants pictured? how many plants did u have in that rubbermaid tub?

jangel · #72 (**permalink**) 08-01-2008, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by smokedoja

I love looking at pics....don't you?
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If you mean from this picture then yes, it is from the grow box. This is an old thread and I do not know when this member was around last.

P.S. Reinstorm Please start a thread and introduce yourself. There are a lot of people that would love to meet you and will help you if you have questions.

Peace

#73 (**permalink**) 08-03-2008, 03:49 PM

i started my own thread

thanks jangel
first grow in 45g rubbermaid tubs, newbie needs tips

denats · #74 (**permalink**) 08-14-2008, 08:20 PM

Hi all, got a question about the rubbermaids, they don't have that brand over here, what are the dimensions of them? How high are they when you stack 2 of them together?

KYbudShredder · #75 (**permalink**) 08-17-2008, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by medimeng

What do you guys think of making this a hydro setup? Couldn't you simply add another bin on the bottom with the waterstone and cupholes cut into the lid of the bottom container and the bottom of the container on top.. the roots would hang and you'd have the whole space of your top bin to let them grow..

I'm trying to have a super stealth hydro setup.. i don't even want to let the thing outta the box until it's time to harvest..

I'm wondering if i should use a cabinet or the rubbermaid method...

any thoughts?

THANKS!!!!!!

You read my mind. This will work using 3 bins. The bottom is my resevoir and the other two are grow chambers. I use top feed/ drip setup using GH Flora 3pt nutes and 6 cfls. I have 4 moms in 2nd week of flowering.Very impressed. I'll show ya'll the results later....Smokedoja, u r a genious.

dirtbagg · #76 (**permalink**) 09-01-2008, 06:57 AM

Im new here and just looking at this has me ready to get started!

smashdoggydog · #77 (**permalink**) 09-05-2008, 01:46 AM

this site is amazing!

whitetrash6 · #78 (**permalink**) 09-14-2008, 07:56 PM

i gat bored and threw one of these together added a extra fan and hight adjustable light rack with 10 23 watt cfls diff color ranges for flowering two clones that im LST'ing. god what a mouthful that was!!!! VERY GOOD IDEA THIS WAS.... TEMPS NEVER REACH HIGHER THAT 74 DEGREES. damn caps sorry

smashdoggydog · #79 (**permalink**) 09-15-2008, 10:15 AM

i see on new egg there is alot of different fans that you can purchase. anyone know what specs (for this set up) i should be looking for in a fan?or should i just purchase a fan with the highest air flow?

thanks guys!

whitetrash6 · #80 (**permalink**) 09-15-2008, 01:27 PM

biggers better i guess. but biggers louder so depending on how stealth u wont to keep yours is where id start lookn. i dunno what mine is. its smaller than a cd and it dose just fine. i sealed the two totes together with sum foam striping and it helps alot with the passive exhaust. did have two fans but last nite i pulled the damn wire out of the fan lol.