HI JERRRRRRRR....

Many people that grow in hydroton clay pellets will start their clones/seeds in rockwool... 2x2x1 or 1.5 inch rockwool cubes.. and then transfer these cubes directly into the clay pellets...

It is advised to soak your cubes for 24 hours in 5.0 ph water before using them.. not necessary though

cheers

YOU should consider looking at the aeroponic set ups that ZANDOR has designed.. they are amazingly simpe.. and then you will have him online here at cc.com as your personal HELP HOTLINE.. LOL