Choosing the right hydroponic system

[vaporstar]

I've always wanted to grow hydroponically and I have seen lots of pics of others online, but I have no where to start. So I went online and searched for grow system, but it seemed like all the nice systems were very expensive and the cheaper ones looked like they weren't worth the money.

I found what looked like the perfect system but I'd like to get some opinions from others here who've grown crops hydroponically.

You can check it out here: All Year Gardens Product Page

What do you think? It looks like it could fit in a 48" x 60 grow tent and it's WAY cheaper than other systems.

Vaporstar :thumbsup:

vaporstar Reviewed by vaporstar on 09-03-2010. Choosing the right hydroponic system I've always wanted to grow hydroponically and I have seen lots of pics of others online, but I have no where to start. So I went online and searched for grow system, but it seemed like all the nice systems were very expensive and the cheaper ones looked like they weren't worth the money. I found what looked like the perfect system but I'd like to get some opinions from others here who've grown crops hydroponically. You can check it out here: All Year Gardens Product Page What do Rating: 5

[tinytoon]

size of unit is 48x60. Your tent is 48x60. Space issues right out the gate, Plus you still need a light and various other equipment. If you want something that works, is easy to do and affordable.
1 3-5 gal bucket
1 airstone (can be 2 if you desire)
1 air pump
1 bucket basket
small amount of Hydrotron
plant
water
Thats it besides nutes. This is the simpleist way to grow that I know of. DWC!!!
Everything can be purchased at Walmart, Lowes, home dePOT and many others. Only thing from a Hydro shop is nutes and bucket basket

[bberry56]

This is my first hydro using a water farm and real pleased

[ogganjagrower]

try the bucket system its great for beginners

[polishpollack]

research DWC on youtube. lots of videos out there.

[2011Tamara]

I've been looking at several different systems. At first, I was just going to build my own, using pvc tubing, some plastic containers, pumps and so on.

However, what I am finding out is that there is more to this than meets the eye, and actually, once you begin to add up all the various components, plus, also having to go through the trial and error process of making sure everything is going to continue working over several months without a lot of fix-its and "discoveries" along the way, I'd rather just pay the $ up front and try out a couple of systems that come from companies that have been doing this for many years.

So . . . anyone have any brands or companies I should look at? Any suggestions are absolutely appreciated.

Just for reference, I was taking a close look at some of the General Hydroponics systems, I've actually seen this equipment in operation first hand.

However, I haven't made any final decisions yet, so please, I'm ready for any suggestions or experiences with various systems . . . many thanks

[tinytoon]

The only Store bought system I have used is the Ebb & Gro system and besides for a few lil tricks here and there it is really simple to use and maintain.