Quote Originally Posted by Farmer Rich
Hey Tacman7,

Yeah, it was trial and error for me. In hind site, I think I over did the light by going with a 600w system.. In a box now, I'd opt for an LED or go with a cooled 400w system. T-5's seem to be the wrong dimension, and IMHO the other CFLs are just too weak. Hope the pics helped you out. I also have some of the frame if your interested..

Peace,

Farmer Rich

Yes I'm looking at a larger cabinet with substantial framing like you have, looks like 2x6's.

The whole top of my bloom box is an 8 bulb T5 HO light. I built the box to fit the light. All the inside is reflective material the way it came.

I think with the high reflectivity and if I keep the buds up within 6 inches of the light it can have decent results. Takes work but I find it entertaining.

It's like having a technical hobby like an aquarium or something.

I like putting it on wheels. It looks like your other rolling boxes are in a big light room, looks good.

I don't know if I'll run lights in the summer, might do all outdoor grow.

I keep thinking about floor space and I'd like to design a bloom and grow box in one.

Things start out simple but can get very complex.

Yes I'd like to see your framing or any lessons you've learned that I might want to avoid.

I'm going to have an intake and exhaust fan in each section.

I use 12v computer fans running on 5v or 6v power supplies, that way they're pretty mellow and not screaming.

Thanks for the help!
tacman7 Reviewed by tacman7 on . setup input i have been lurking and reading for a while and this is my first post. I have a box i built and wanted some input or suggestions. some info bellow plants: 8x6 weeks into veg bagseed box: 26"x26"x36" with emergency blankets wrapping the inside light: 3x105w 5500k cfl (i will add 2700k when flowering) soil: due to funds i used jiffy organic seed starter mixed with horse manure and perlite ventilation: input is a broan 50cfm bathroom vent fan wired to be plugged(would i be better of without Rating: 5