Do you mean defoliate during flower? I didn't really do that on this grow, but I did last time, and it worked great. Check out The Controversial Defloration Experiment for complete info on doing that. Xandur http://forum.grasscity.com/coco-coir/1227471-xandurs-ramp-scrog.html
What you're describing is defoliation. What is bud factor x? Xandur http://forum.grasscity.com/coco-coir/1227471-xandurs-ramp-scrog.html
http://www.advancednutrients.com/hydroponics/products/bud_factor_x/bud_factor_x_faq_nutrient_facts.php foliar spray?
The Black Widow met her maker this morning, she has a real nice smell! 22 of those 23 beans have sprouted, and are doing very well. Mandala has lived up to their advertised germ rate. Xandur http://forum.grasscity.com/coco-coir/1227471-xandurs-ramp-scrog.html