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Fred Flintstone

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Jul 16, 2013 2:02 PM
Anyone grow herbs or vegetables using hydroponics? I recently started deep water cultures for tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries, and green peppers. Any advice or tips would be appreciated.

{insert marijuana joke here}
Jul 16, 2013 2:02pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:05 PM
I noticed a new hydroponics store opened up near us and want to stop in at some point. I wouldn't mind setting up a small vegetable grow in my basement just for shits and giggles. I'd also love to trigger an investigation and raid on my home that would turn up zero illegal activity. It would not suprise me at all to see that every single person that purchases hydro equipment with a credit card gets put on some sort of list.
Jul 16, 2013 2:05pm
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SnotBubbles

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Jul 16, 2013 2:13 PM
Marijuana joke inserted.
Jul 16, 2013 2:13pm
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SnotBubbles

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Jul 16, 2013 2:13 PM
On a serious note, how does the process work?
Jul 16, 2013 2:13pm
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MontyBrunswick

Jul 16, 2013 2:36 PM
justincredible;1473297 wrote:It would not suprise me at all to see that every single person that purchases hydro equipment with a credit card gets put on some sort of list.

I learned this weekend that you can actually request your file from the FBI thanks to the Freedom of Information Act. I sort of want to do it, but also am concerned that they'll see that as suspicion and then start building their file.
Jul 16, 2013 2:36pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:40 PM
dlazz;1473308 wrote:I learned this weekend that you can actually request your file from the FBI thanks to the Freedom of Information Act. I sort of want to do it, but also am concerned that they'll see that as suspicion and then start building their file.
Yeah, I found out about this a while back. I know for sure that I have a file with the Secret Service, I'd love to request it just to see what sort of shit they have in it.
Jul 16, 2013 2:40pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:43 PM
justincredible;1473297 wrote:I noticed a new hydroponics store opened up near us and want to stop in at some point. I wouldn't mind setting up a small vegetable grow in my basement just for ****s and giggles. I'd also love to trigger an investigation and raid on my home that would turn up zero illegal activity. It would not suprise me at all to see that every single person that purchases hydro equipment with a credit card gets put on some sort of list.
...guaranteed ANYONE that comes in under the age of 40 and starts buying hydroponics equipment has their names give to the cops by the store owners!
Jul 16, 2013 2:43pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:44 PM
4cards;1473315 wrote:...guaranteed ANYONE that comes in under the age of 40 and starts buying hydroponics equipment has their names give to the cops by the store owners!
Nah. Chances are the shop owners are stoners themselves. That would be a total dick move. Also, bad for business. Can't sell shit to a guy sitting in a prison cell.
Jul 16, 2013 2:44pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:49 PM
I was always wanting to build a grow room in my old garage. Having access to fresh veggies year round would be great. Not sure how expensive the lights and hydroponic equipment would be. I have to much money invested in this gun range right now so might have to try this in a few years.
Jul 16, 2013 2:49pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:52 PM
justincredible;1473318 wrote:Nah. Chances are the shop owners are stoners themselves. That would be a total **** move. Also, bad for business. Can't sell **** to a guy sitting in a prison cell.
...Would be a total dick move but I'm sure the store owners like staying in business & selling their stuff to the straights rather than be hassled by the police. It may not be the worst thing in the world to not F with the cops when they check out receipts to see if a few stoners are buying growing lights. Pretty much it's go along to get along.
Jul 16, 2013 2:52pm
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MontyBrunswick

Jul 16, 2013 2:59 PM
4cards;1473315 wrote:...guaranteed ANYONE that comes in under the age of 40 and starts buying hydroponics equipment has their names give to the cops by the store owners!

I think the cops are probably more concerned with other things. They can bust people with weed anytime they want but focus more on meth/cocaine/etc.
Jul 16, 2013 2:59pm
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Jul 16, 2013 2:59 PM
4cards;1473323 wrote:...Would be a total dick move but I'm sure the store owners like staying in business & selling their stuff to the straights rather than be hassled by the police. It may not be the worst thing in the world to not F with the cops when they check out receipts to see if a few stoners are buying growing lights. Pretty much it's go along to get along.
I'd tell the cops to spend their time more productively. You know, like trying to find actual criminals. The rapists, murderers, etc.
Jul 16, 2013 2:59pm
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Jul 16, 2013 3:01 PM
Drug dealers pay cash for their hydro equipment.
Jul 16, 2013 3:01pm
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Jul 16, 2013 3:19 PM
said_aouita;1473328 wrote:Drug dealers pay cash for their hydro equipment.
This is a great point. Which is why the cops hassling a hydro shop for receipts is futile. If you're running a grow op you aren't paying with any sort of traceable payment.
Jul 16, 2013 3:19pm
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Big_Mirg_ZHS

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Jul 16, 2013 3:35 PM
I know someone with a set up i could probably get ya for cheap lol...

In all seriousness ive seen some pretty crazy setups in my time.
Jul 16, 2013 3:35pm
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cruiser_96

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Jul 16, 2013 4:57 PM
I walked into a hydroponic store for the very reason of the OP. The dudes running the store were confused with what I was saying. "So...you, like, wanna grow tomatoes and shtuff?" ...Yes! Exactly, you dolt. Needless to say, I never stepped foot in the store again - a store that soon after shut it's doors for the last time.
Jul 16, 2013 4:57pm
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Fred Flintstone

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Jul 17, 2013 8:55 AM
You can get set up for around $100 pretty easily. Especially DWC's )deep water cultures).

4 -5 gallon buckets $2.75/each
4 bucket lids $4/each
1 - 4 port aquarium air pump. $23
PH up and down and PH testing kit $17
Nutrients for the plants ~$15
Growing media ~$25 for a large bag
Grow light $32
1/4" Air pump tubing $3

Jul 17, 2013 8:55am
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Belly35

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Jul 17, 2013 9:22 AM
justincredible;1473312 wrote:Yeah, I found out about this a while back. I know for sure that I have a file with the Secret Service, I'd love to request it just to see what sort of shit they have in it.
Secret Service ... I'm pretty sure they have a file on me but that to be expected with some of the work and expertise I have done in my careers. Few years ago I still had military clearance don’t know if I still do???

Hydroponic I have some interest in this but never venture to far into learning more. I understand the idea and have seen this type of growing back in the day.. hahah

I would have to do a cost evaluation first. I was never to sure that the cost of operation was justified in a non-cash crop production.
Jul 17, 2013 9:22am
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Tiernan

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Jul 17, 2013 9:29 AM
Watch your electric bills kids...grow lamps will not only cost you big time increases, they are often used as evidence.
Jul 17, 2013 9:29am
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Belly35

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Jul 17, 2013 10:00 AM
I did used some grow light down at the warehouse this year to start some plants from seeds.. They didn't last very long, got really hot ( I should check the electric bill for that month)... we did have a unexpected fire marshal inspection ..
Jul 17, 2013 10:00am
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Jul 17, 2013 10:39 AM
ccrunner609;1473414 wrote:Sais the guy that lives in meth heaven
I'm willing to get money meth is more of a problem in MU than STP, just because of location.
Jul 17, 2013 10:39am
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MontyBrunswick

Jul 17, 2013 10:57 AM
said_aouita;1473812 wrote:I'm willing to get money meth is more of a problem in MU than STP, just because of location.

I never noticed any there. You could get your hands on virtually anything else though.
Jul 17, 2013 10:57am
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Fred Flintstone

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Jul 17, 2013 12:58 PM
I'm not sure if it cost effective but I enjoy it as a hobby and my daughter likes to go check on the plants each morning. If you look at the picture I recently start trying to grow carrots, celery, and broccoli from cuttings. We'll see how it goes.
Jul 17, 2013 12:58pm