Ok, i have about a 5' x 5' area to work with.

I havent decided between ebb and flow and NFT yet, I ruled out aeroponics and the other systems for various reasons.

I am trying to decide between a t5 flourescent setup that comes with veg and bloom bulbs and puts out about 30k lumens or a 400W HPS with a MH conversation bulb. I am leaning towards the 400W HPS/MH as it puts out more lumens and seems to be the perfect size for a 5' x 5' area. The cost for each are about the same on ebay ($160-200 from htgsupply).

For a reservoir I have an air pump, and water pump already. I have also gotten a airstone and planning on picking up a temperature controller (not sure if ill need it?)

I'll be using a 5' x 4' growing surface, about 3-4 inches deep. maybe cinderblocks or PVC pipe stand to hold it up (looking for a cheap solution).

As for growing media I havent decided between net pots with hydroton and a 1 inch rockwool or just a large rockwool cube.

I plan on using either mylar or polywrap wrapping paper (the plastic wrapping paper with a shiny side, I read this is a cheap alternative but I wasnt able to find what percentage of light it reflects.)

I got a heating mat, a large cake container (clear plastic dome and flat black tray), and then 3 small flourescent lights like 13 watts total (that enought??) that i plan on using for cloning and seeds.

I also planned a CO2 feeding system you can see here http://boards.cannabis.com/advanced-...ml#post1522474

As for nutrients I am open to suggestions, I read that Australian brands are the best? confirm? and i read about alot of others things that can be added, like birth control pills, boosters, etc.

Lastly, i am trying to decide if i WANT or NEED to drop alot of money on a sensor for EC, TDS, PH, CO2, etc. Whats better?

The best deal i could find for an all-in-one is this: eBay: PH Temp CF EC TDS PPM 6 in 1 Water Monitor Tester Meter (item 330144025335 end time Jul-07-07 16:25:32 PDT)
anyone have experience with that item?

ANY input would be greatly appreciated. I believe ive done all the research and reading before i posted this. and just basically want some reassurance

Oh ya, i plan on growing 16 plants, doing a Sea of Green method, and growing a NL-C99 hybrid or NL-?? hybrid. I feel pretty comfortable with everything up to the curing stage, but i will more then likely look into that when the time comes.

Thanks!
~Raelum:smokin:
Raelum Reviewed by Raelum on . Raelum's first grow Ok, i have about a 5' x 5' area to work with. I havent decided between ebb and flow and NFT yet, I ruled out aeroponics and the other systems for various reasons. I am trying to decide between a t5 flourescent setup that comes with veg and bloom bulbs and puts out about 30k lumens or a 400W HPS with a MH conversation bulb. I am leaning towards the 400W HPS/MH as it puts out more lumens and seems to be the perfect size for a 5' x 5' area. The cost for each are about the same on ebay Rating: 5