Hey Guys First off, I love you! You're a very nice and supporting group! I've read through a lot of threads in this forum regarding what they call ' a pc grow box '. I got looooads (LOADS) of information, about lamps, vents, air filtering, fertilizing, you name it - I probably read about it somewhere. Well, my point is, I'm in a tight situation. I still live with my parents -.- and I love pot, but I hate (REALLY) paying for it. And that is why I want to build a very stealthy PC grow box. What I need is a detailed and, most importantly, idiot-proof guide on how to do this. As I said, I went through a lot of threads, and read until my eyes bled, but none of it seemed to.. satisfy.. my needs. I am going to use a big tower pc case that measures 7.5"x16.9"x24.5" I would like to know: what type of lights I should use How Im going to filter these nasty smells (this one is tricky.. i've looked into filtering systems, but none of them would fit into something as tiny as a pc and i would also like to know what strain I should grow. I have little to no idea about strains. but I want my plant to stay little, but still be able to produce lots of good stuff for me : > hehe I'd really appreciate any help P.s. if you're read through this whole thing without thinking 'get to the point, idiot' then thank you, if you didnt.. well then I gotta tell you that i like to write a lot when Im stoned
Hey man, hate to burst your bubble but I don't think this idea is all that worth it. I mean it's worth a shot if you really want to but it isn't all that practical if you take in consideration the very, very limited space you have which won't led to much yeild at all, and also the fact that only having one plant that could be a male would make the whole op useless. Have you considered a outdoor grow op? I was in the same situation as you and was always looking for ways to do a tiny op but then decided it'd be best worth my time an effort to just do an outdoor grow where space is limitless and smell isnt a factor. Anyways it's up to you but imo it wouldn't be worth the effort, cheers.
err if ur parents are a problem then thats gonna be a BIG problem growing. i mean if it was in ur closet or something then all they would have to do is be like hmmm wonder what this box is.... O SHIT NO! lol i mean idk ur circumstances but stealth only goes so far before you need a little leave way. you could possibly try a stealthy outdoor grow if u live near a wooded area but that itself would pose problems as well, but without personal uninterupted space ur pretty SOL. unless you spend money on a carbon scruber and fit it into ur situation.
Hmmm, i've had those same thoughts mate, but.. I live in the city, which really sucks -.- I dont even have a garden haha But anyways thanks for the heads up, I appreciate it
haha noo, my parents don't really come into my room too often, last time my mom was in here was 1 year ago.. the problem is, that they are there.. its not like they're spying on me, i mean.. I grown up, i go to college.. they just want me outta the house like i said, the problem isn't my parents, but their presence, if you know what I mean cheers
Yeah, I know what you mean but you gotta remember it's their house, they pay for it and all, so not only are you taking a risk legal wise yourself with growing , you're putting your parents right in the middle of it to, if you get what im saying? I think you're best bet would be wait until you get your own place or find a friend or someone willing to start one up with you, or just go gorilla and go for a hike into the woods and set up shop there. Best of luck man, hope you find a suitable spot.
I can tell ya, most people will start off with this. If you Dont live alone, or with someone who wouldnt be bothered by it, then dont risk it. Think of worst case situations. What if your parents get fishy about a pc that isnt connected to a monitor, keyboard, mouse and find your growing pot in their house. Or even worse, what if the cops find out and come knocking. Now your "hobby" is involving your parents and can get them and you involved legally. (check your local laws for what kinda punishment you may be looking at) Next is, think of how your going to get your supplies into your room (i guess) and keep them hidden while you do this build without your parents finding out. Also, what about storing your soil etc... while your growing this. After all, part of the stealth issue is how to hide the stuff that WONT be in your box. After all of that, if you think your still good. Here ya go. 1st. Lights. CFLs is what your looking for. Atleast 100 effective watts. There are tons of guides around in this section and in the indoor grow section. 2nd. There are carbon filters that you can buy and then can be modified to fit over your fans, there are guides here to help with building your own filters which can be made to fit. Also others use fabric softner etc... 3rd. Strain Im not sure about.. I believe Northern Lights would be best, But regardless of the strain, LST will be needed to control the height of the plant. 4th. Regardless of all of this. Your looking to get maybe an ounce give or take every 2-3 months. Most likely less and closer to 1/3 - 1/2 ounce worth. PLUS since this will be your first attempt, dont expect a high quality at first, and possibly spend 3 months of work and heart ache and only get a sack of crappy bud and an empty wallet. Im not trying to talk you out of anything, just giving it to ya and straight to the point.