GROW TENTS !!!!!!!!!

[clowntown]

Hi All! Hydro Hut has a new 4'x8' hut ,and a 4'x4', and new 3'x3'....check
out the site HydroHut.com

Am I crazy or does hydrohut.com not work?

It doesn't work because it's not HydroHut's site. BudZad7 seems to constantly post useless and incorrect URLs.

BudZad7, do you really know anything about the HydroHut or Homebox? Have you ever seen one in person, or better yet... both?

I got a 6' fan., and all I'm going to use is a reducer? no big deal.

The openings on the hut are 4'

Wow, 6-foot fans and 4-foot holes!

Seriously though, using a reducer sucks because you're:

• Losing air movement capacity
• Reducing/losing the fan's efficiency
• Creating extra noise
• Spending extra money on reducers

 

[Rush Limbong]

Well,

I'd rather take whatever loss/efficiency I get between the 6' and 4', than go buy a 4' fan, and have my 6' laying around.

I live where noise is not a factor

I'll take a loss and spend 10 bucks on a reducer.

 

[clowntown]

Why not buy a HomeBox instead that already has 6" holes?

 

[jcsmooth]

Why not buy a HomeBox instead that already has 6" holes?

Duly noted I want to keep this as clean as possible, so having the least amount of restriction (Where I can avoid it w/o negatively affecting something) is my goal.

As for the inlets, I'm hoping I can rig up my darkroom louver. We'll see how that one goes, haha

Thanks for the info guys, and ya, why the fuck does BudZad7's post such useless things? ah well IGNORE

JC

 

[Rush Limbong]

I already have a Hydro Hut

I just went an looked at the holes, and I'm sure I could get a 6 inch adapter, and just cut the holes a tad bit larger with a sharp razor blade?

 

[clowntown]

I want to keep this as clean as possible, so having the least amount of restriction (Where I can avoid it w/o negatively affecting something) is my goal.

Hey I'm in the exact same situation as you are. I've owned a HydroHut in the past, and was very happy with it. I really loved the heavy-duty high quality cover construction. But now I'm in a situation where I have a bigger light, bigger reflector, and a bigger fan (6").

I thought the HomeBox would 47" x 47" wouldn't be too bad, would situate my larger reflector a bit better, could accomodate for a 1k in the future, and the 6" duct is very handy.

A little bit more information here.

I already have a Hydro Hut

I just went an looked at the holes, and I'm sure I could get a 6 inch adapter, and just cut the holes a tad bit larger with a sharp razor blade?

Sorry, didn't know you already had one.

You see how the intake/exhaust holes (or any holes) have a "hem" sewen on it, to prevent it from damage? I'm afraid it might unravel or peel apart or otherwise become too damaged if I cut it... although some duct tape along the edges to recreate that would probably keep that from happening.

 

[Rush Limbong]

Well I've been looking at the intake/exhaust holes all night.

If you look at the "hem", around the hole, there is a generous amount that overlaps itself, giving you MORE than enough room to cut a little bit larger hole, and then sew it back on.
I'm not crazy about the idea, but I figure it may help instead of the reducer?

As for the un raveling or it coming apart, I was thinking of putting some glue, or better yet burning the "frays" with a lighter as you would with the end of a piece of rope.

What do you think?

 

[clowntown]

I've never owned a carbon scrubber before, but after a recent visit to the grow shop I was surprised that these things weighed so much! In particular I was checking out the Can Filter CAN-66 and some 6" General Hydroponics carbon scrubbers.

Even 4" models were quite hefty!

I know that both the Hydrohut and Homebox have mounts for these carbon scrubbers. They specifically ask you to not use reflectors with built-in ballasts, for weight reasons... so what about the scrubbers?

Do any of you use a carbon scrubber mounted in the designated spot? If so, what size/model and approximately how much does it weigh?

I heard "Phat Filters" are much lighter, but I'm a bit skeptical and not feeling as comfortable with that. As I understand it, a majority of the weight from scrubbers comes from the amount of activated carbon / charcoal that's stuffed in, right? So a lightweight carbon scrubber = less filtering material, no?

 

[clowntown]

If you look at the "hem", around the hole, there is a generous amount that overlaps itself, giving you MORE than enough room to cut a little bit larger hole, and then sew it back on.
I'm not crazy about the idea, but I figure it may help instead of the reducer?

Duct tape might be much easier, and maybe a bit more durable.

As for the un raveling or it coming apart, I was thinking of putting some glue, or better yet burning the "frays" with a lighter as you would with the end of a piece of rope.

What do you think?

Sounds like you've got a plan. Not sure how Nylon sheeting and that vinyl-like material would react to heat, but I'm guessing it'll melt into a smooth surface like nylon rope.

But to avoid any damage to the actual unit, after cutting the larger hole I'd test that heat idea on the cut scrap piece first, rather than going ahead directly on the unit.

I'm really surprised that the Hydrohut only comes with a 4", for the 52" x 52" model. On the Mini (39" x 39"), it's understandable. To be fair though, I guess 4" should be plenty in most cases, but flexibility is nice.

From what I can tell, the way that the HomeBox does it is through a "sleeve" with a drawstring. This means that the 6" sleeved hole can easily accomodate 4" ducting without problems!

 

[Rush Limbong]

My carbon filter weighs around 50lbs.

I'll have no choice but to mount the fan and the filter outside the Hut. There's no way the Hut will be able to support those two.

If you can, hook the filter and fan outside the tent....Hydro Hut makes two filters that can hang inside the Hut....not sure if thy're strong enough for what you need though

 

[Rush Limbong]

If you cut just a little more around the 4' hole, your right, duct tape might be all you need to give the flange a good grip on the tent.

I really don't know if I'm gonna try the "burn technique", that shit can get out of hand quick.

 

[clowntown]

My carbon filter weighs around 50lbs.

I'll have no choice but to mount the fan and the filter outside the Hut. There's no way the Hut will be able to support those two.

If you can, hook the filter and fan outside the tent....Hydro Hut makes two filters that can hang inside the Hut....not sure if thy're strong enough for what you need though

Huh? Hydrohut makes carbon scrubbers? Not sure what you meant by that...

I'm not sure how effective the smell-proofing would be without negative pressure, though I doubt a whole lot of smell would leak out with the fan running 24/7. I'm almost thinking of building a frame out of wood just to be able to support the scrubber near the ceiling... might take up a little bit of extra space in the hut, but only along the corners/edges where there isn't that much going on anyways. (Plus for my situation, 600w in 47" x 47", that might knock the WPSF up a hair if I tightened up the space a bit.)

 

[clowntown]

Ok here's some more information from the guy at Growco; they sell the Hydrohut or HomeBox for $250, free shipping in US. Best deal I've been able to find (Cheap Hydroponics has it listed cheaper, but is slightly more expensive after shipping).

I wrote:

How many pieces are included in the 6" double flange kit for the Homebox XL? 1 for the exhaust or 2 for exhaust and intake? Or more?

I haven't actually seen a HomeBox in person, but the listed weight for a 47" x 47" XL unit is 30lbs, while 40lbs for a smaller, 39" x 39" HydroHut Mini (and 50lbs for HydroHut 52" x 52"). Although I realize the HydroHut has a steel frame vs. the HomeBox's aluminum frame, I don't recall the frame material taking up much of the weight at all. If I recall correctly, it was the cover that took up a majority of the weight. Which leads me to wonder... is the HomeBox's material different than the HydroHut's?

Will you be able to ship the item discreetly, with the contents of the package hidden (plain box, markings covered up, etc), or do you drop ship and have no control over this?

His response:

The Hydrofarm Dual Flange kit is supposed to be 2- flanges that would mount in both sides of a Homebox for 'vent-through' ducting. The reality of it is that one Dual Flange kit is usually only enough for one side of the unit. There are 4 pieces in each kit, and if you need to hook up ducting both inside and outside of the Homebox, you'll need to use the kit other than the way it was designed to be used. I've called Hydrofarm on this, but apparently this is just the way it is.

If this doesn't make any sense, give me a call and I'll try to explain it better.

The material is the same. I think the difference may be in the frame corners. In addition to the steel vs. aluminum frame difference, the Hydrohut has metal corners, and the Homebox has plastic ones. We may actually be off on the listed weight too as we are on the 4th or 5th generation of these things now, and have possibly not kept up with some of the smaller details on the website.

Wrapped like a big Christmas present (plain brown paper), only my name on the return label. This is what we do, and we do it well!

 

[Rush Limbong]

Cool info!!

Go with the Hydro Hut. I wouldn't want plastic corners.

Yes, Hydro Hut does make filters. I think they're called the "elf" and "goblin" I think?

Do a search in google, it'll come up.

 

[mrgrowmez]

have you thought about making your own?

 

[Guest]

Dude Just buy a tent its bigger and cheaper....

 

[clowntown]

Dude Just buy a tent its bigger and cheaper....

It's also useless for growing. Cheap doesn't do you any good if it's of no use. You've obviously never seen a Hydrohut in person.

have you thought about making your own?

Well, it can best be answered by:

grand total = $ 158.13

Been there, done that, tried it my before buying a Hydrohut. It didn't add up. For another ~$90 I can have a real, professional unit with metal bars, really thick, heavy-duty cover material, better design and just higher quality everything. Also has resale value, and everything is done for me ready to assemble out of the box. No driving around for parts, no cutting, no measuring and fitting and cutting, etc. Don't get me wrong I love DIY projects and I'm really cheap, but this just doesn't add up.

(In fact, BGHydro and some others have the Hydrohut Mini for $169 or somesuch. But they charge shipping, unless you can pick it up in LA. And for me, sales tax since I'm local. Texas Hydroponics has the Hydrohut Mini for $190 plus free shipping. Probably works out roughly the same, depending on where you live.)

And with that, after much research and consideration I've gone ahead and ordered the HomeBox XL (rather than the Hydrohut). If I were running a 1k I would have gone with the Hydrohut for sure, but even 47" x 47" is a hair too large for my 600w. Plus the 6" from the start without modifications is nice. Hopefully this will be the newer generation ones with metal corners...

I'll let you guys know how it turns out and how it compared to my previous Hydrohut.

 

[Rush Limbong]

I agree^ DIY projects are cool ya know, running around gathering things, measuring, cutting...etc..., but after all the time, and fuck ups, I'd rather buy something already made.

The Huts and Homebox's are REALLY well made....it's worth the money

 

[mrgrowmez]

yea fair enough, sometimes the hassle isnt worth a few extra bucks. let us know how it goes. im haveing the same thoughts about a DIY cooltube or just buying one...
growmez

 

[marley1]

Hey guys, i haven't got my unit yet but im thinking for u guys.

What about plastic rivets? Cut a little bit around the 4 inch hole, put in the 6inch flange, and use some rivots to hold the sucker in. Then get some tape and tape around the outside, just to make it semi air tight.

But yeah im buying a hydrohut right after Xmas - Texas Hydro Mini + Project X + 4x10 filter for 489.