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OldManCro
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28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll
#21841301 - 06/22/15 11:07 AM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Ok, first let me say this is my very first grow, purchased a whole kit said to be a forced air fruiting chamber (one hole, fishtank pump etc), it runs 90mins on and 90 off to keep 90% humidity.
I've gone strictly by the instructions on the first 6 jars, birthed 3 days after full colinization, dunked 24hrs, rolled in verm. (As you can see ive got another 6 consolidating per RR videos, and another 6 at about 50%. Trying to see what works best.)
Anyhow, see photos attached as its been 4 full days since dunk n roll, and the white myc is taking over all the new verm. I've read is normal to an extent (2-3) days, and I'm just concerned that perhaps they arent getting enough fresh air? As I said humidity stays right at 90, temp right at 78, tub smells amazing like a tub of fresh mushies.
Does this appear ok? Or should I Roger this tub out and drill the life out of it?
Thanks all, this place is where I do all my daily down time. Appreciate you all.
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OldManCro
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: OldManCro]
#21841355 - 06/22/15 11:27 AM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Here's another angle. Just figuring out this posting system..

Also wanted to know, I read "6-12 hours of light a day, more won't hurt".. 24 hours of light is OK then, correct? I can put it on a timer, as room light isn't an option currently. But is it necessary?
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: OldManCro]
#21841367 - 06/22/15 11:30 AM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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you need holes in your FC. search for how to build a sgfc.
also get the colonizing jars out of the fc. put them on a shelf and remove the foil.
12/12 is a good light schedule.
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OldManCro
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: spacechildo]
#21841405 - 06/22/15 11:42 AM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Thanks for the quick reply. Im glad I asked. As for the colonizing jars, my home is a constant 65 degrees, was worried things would stall out. What r your thoughts?
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: spacechildo]
#21841412 - 06/22/15 11:44 AM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Quote:
spacechildo said: you need holes in your FC. search for how to build a sgfc.
also get the colonizing jars out of the fc. put them on a shelf and remove the foil.
12/12 is a good light schedule.
What he said ^^^^ And I also keep mine at 65
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: OldManCro]
#21841545 - 06/22/15 12:38 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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My one concern about the sgfc is the need to fan/mist constantly. I work 4 days on 3 days off in a mine and am not home for days on end. I got this forced air system because of its rumored set it and forget it theory. Do you think increasing pump times would do it? Or do I need to employ a friend to come mist and fan my chamber and drill it out? I also didn't mention that my setup is a two tub (bottom water res with heater) to achieve the correct fruiting temps. As long as I keep the holes above water level this will still work, yes?
Thanks again.
I've got a ton of water collecting on my tub roof, so I'm *thinking* I've got enough evaporation going on, but my thoughts have been misleading in the past. What do you think?
Edited by OldManCro (06/22/15 12:50 PM)
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: OldManCro]
#21841604 - 06/22/15 12:58 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Ultrasonic Humidifier set up on a timer.
Adjust the flow to lower medium. Use the first run to gauge how many times and flow.
Run the humidifier till you get the air saturation you need. Usually about 5-10 mins(depending on flow).
Check the chamber about every 15-30 mins after the humidifier turns off. Once the humidity falls again, that's your cue on the times between the humidifier run settings.
After the humidity raises to where you want it, the second time. Check the humidity again, as described above.
Your humidifier should only come on when the humidity falls.
Once it's dial in. It maintenance free. Bilge pump hose from Lowe's works good for connecting the humidifier to the fc.
-------------------- 251 degrees at 110 minutes.
Edited by grasshoppertexas (06/22/15 01:08 PM)
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: grasshoppertexas]
#21841648 - 06/22/15 01:13 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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I'd say a humidifier is a bad noob idea. Look into mono tubs if your unable to mist and fan.
I work 10 hour shifts and had no issues with misting and fanning. Right before work and right after then some time in between.
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: 2shoes]
#21841681 - 06/22/15 01:29 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Ok. I don't want to try and build an entire new setup mid grow. I'll Def go mono tub next fruit cycle. I work In a mine and live on site on the work cycle, don't get to come home between shifts. Anyhow, as the setup sits, with this fluff growing, will the cakes fruit? What needs to change in order to fix this? Is it too much humidity? Not enough oxy? What can I do to this setup to finish this fruiting so I don't lose the 6 cakes? Anything that won't require misting and fanning?
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: OldManCro]
#21841717 - 06/22/15 01:42 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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drill the holes and mist well before you leave and when you get back.
if you arent around to mist how are you supposed to be around enough to dial that air pump in? those set ups rarely function well.
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OldManCro
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: spacechildo]
#21841811 - 06/22/15 02:15 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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I'm off for the next 3 days, so I can do what's necessary. Will there be any issues if I move to a mono tub (as far as moving the fluffy cakes over?) Most of what I've read about monos covers bulk sub. Any link to a good mono tek for cakes? I'll go pickup a couple tubs now.
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: spacechildo]
#21842036 - 06/22/15 03:16 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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the cakes that have been fruiting for 5 days I wouldnt use as spawn. leave the lid on cracked open a bit at least then, and give it a good mist right before you leave and when you get home. cubes are sturdy they'll be fine.
the cakes that arent fruited yet you can prep some coir and mix in a mini mono or shoe box /dub tubs or trays you line in a (mini) mono.
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: spacechildo]
#21842277 - 06/22/15 04:41 PM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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If I drill holes in the 4 sides as shown In the RR videos, and still keep this in my heated tub, will it allow for enough circulation and humidity levels to keep things going? My verm on cakes were remarkably dry, seeing the humidity levels are reading so high. I must say I'm a little dissapointed in this kit. Luckily it was only <$100 and included my first 12 jars of brf cakes. What would you recommend for a growing location that's temp is only about 62F degrees? I've got the supplies purchased for a nice sgfc, just worried about temp now.
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Re: 28 days in, 5 days after birth, 4 after dunk n roll [Re: OldManCro]
#21853892 - 06/25/15 06:33 AM (8 years, 7 months ago) |
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Kits are junk. Look into a SGFC.
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