Locate a hydro shop in my area/cabinet instructions

[Guest]

High everyone.. I hope you're all doing well this evening. I am kind of new to all this, and have been reading alot. I think I am finally ready to take the plunge into my first grow. The grow will be in a c22 type cabinet, using 600w, dwc organic nutes only, using passive air intake ventilation. One problem I have run into, is that I cannot seem to locate a hydroponic shop in my area. I know I don't NEED to shop at a hydro shop, but I would still like to have a look around one just to see what's available. I've tried both the yellow pages and searching the net but I was amazed nothing came up. So if anyone here could help me find a hydro shop in my area I would be very grateful. I'm looking for a shop in the area of central PA, hopefully somewhat close to Altoona, PA.

One other thing I was hoping to ask was if anyone could link me to some threads/guides to building a cabinet. Thanks in advance!

Daffy84

 

[Guest]

#1 tip in cabinet is dont get a fan to small a vortex that is, dont get the 4" get a 6" vortex for the 600 hps in the cabinet, this will keep coolong easier. You need a couple of light proof holes in the bottom. one in each corner 4" hole would be perfect for the 600 watter. Easy way to light proof is use some abs 90"s. or use the dark room louver , more expensive but more pro looking. i just use a long piece of 4" dryer tubing to light proof my two hole's in the bottom.
1. 6000 hps , u need a vented hood for 600 in a cab.
2. vortex fan ,size at least the 6" model. skip the 4" model...
3.small wall fan ,clip type 1 or 2.
4 .timer
5. panda film, no mylar , paint sucks too.
6.extension cords , heavy duty. not some cheap ones.
7. you will need 1 or 2 power strips.
8. tacks, double sided tape, velcro,duct tape , staple gun ,etc. ZIP TIES!!!
9. 6" dryer tubing for youre fan and hood, 4"x 6" adapter if needed.
10. scrog material, chicken wire or palstic fence material.
This will get youre cabinet going. of course you still need youre nutes,soil , pots, or small hydro unit.I highly recomend to vent outside into the attic or some other room for shure. Mount youre vortex up in the attic , sucking air down the dryer tubing from youre cab.I used to vent into my room, but was way too much heat build up. now i vent into the attic, much quiter ,and cooler.Just place the cab in the corner of the room and align with hole in the corner of the ceiling. Holes are easy to patch soo get hacking!!!just allways remember,,DONT SKIMP ON YOURE EXAUST FAN!!! GET A 6 " VORTEX,DONE DEAL PEACE OF MIND.......

 

[purcellville]

Altoona... Well how much of a drive are you up to? I can tell you I have ordered from and had a great exerience with www htgsupply com and they are probably less than 3 hours from you each way.

 

[TokenBlackGuy]

why dont you get a homebox/hydrohut for 250 and not have to worry about building a cabinet.. It would probably be easier and cheaper than building a cabinet.. and they can also be disassembled..

 

[dan kay]

here's the list of places that carry fox farm brand nutes in penn

Harvest Moon Hydroponics PA
(610)432-4949
1239 South Airport Road
Allentown PA 18103

Heirloom Seeds
2008 Whitfield Lane
Finleyville PA 15332

Urban Garden Designs
(215)425-2152
153 E. Richmond Street
Philadelphia PA 19125

Full Bloom Hydroponics
(888)872-3602
84 South 24th St.
Pittsburgh PA 15203

Hydroponic Gardens and Supply
(610) 586-2171
1012 Lincoln Ave.
Prospect Park PA 19076

Here's the full list for the east coast
http://www.foxfarmfertilizer.com/east.htm

here's another list i found on a google search
http://www.hydroponics101.com/sw58134.asp?state=Pennsylvania&postback=1

here's a nice tent design marimbas did. totally fireproof
http://www.icmag.com/ic/showthread.php?t=25432

i build one similar but oriented for my flouros and with poly instead of his fireproof material for less than $100.

 

[Tokin White Guy]

yeah htgsupply is fuckin AWESOME if you're somewhat close, or even if ur not