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Randy Mann
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Plant Diagnosis
Started this discussion. Last reply by Vlad Jovanovic Jun 11, 2013. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hello All:Little help with the diagnosis please. These are basil leaves taken from the bottom of the plant....no leaves on the topside have been infected as of yet. Any ideas for a cure? …Continue
New Barrel Ponics System
Started this discussion. Last reply by Randy Mann Jun 6, 2013. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hello All,This is my first aquaponics system. This is not its final resting spot but I needed somewhere cooler to work on it. The AZ sun can be brutal. This is a basic flood and drain system that…Continue
Heat from Pumps in FT
Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Smith Jun 7, 2013. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I went down to the local hydroponic store and talked to one of the clerks about purchasing a new pump for an aquaponic system. He suggested a Mag-Drive pump (more expensive) because it puts less…Continue
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Ratchet Strap Modification
Posted on June 4, 2013 at 9:30pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All
My first aquaponic set up. I am addressing some valid concerns as the building has progressed and will continue to modify as suggestions come in. I appreciate your feedback! This is the ratchet strap modification for the buldging in the blue barrels that is a problem. I went with a 14' ratchet strap and ran it through a 1" PVC pipe cut to each side. I am hoping the ratchet will allow me to crank it down or ease up as need be.…
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My pleasure. Sorry if i'm clunky with the site, I also have zero experience with social media, so i'm learning this too.
Dewalt hole saw, worked great!!
Greetings. Thanks for touching bases. Just spoke with Peter Condon. I think what he wants to do is great. As far as Valley View it is under re-constuction with a new tank and improved design so the doors will be open soon for visits
Noticed you have a system very similar to mine. How is yours doing so far?
I'm using the duraskim liner. Ordered it through Sylvia :)
Good morning Randy. Yes it is available. Suggest a time and we can work it out. The system is brand new so there is little in it yet, but there is still much you can learn from the visit even at this early stage.
Welcome Randy!
Thanks for joining the Aquaponic Gardening community! I hope you find it a fun place to explore aquaponics. There is a real blend of experienced and new aquapons in this community, so please don’t hesitate to get in there and start asking questions. Everyone is quite happy to help out new members--no question is too basic.
A great place to start is to read the “How to Use This Site” link on the upper right corner, “Start Here” section of the Home page. You might also find the “Aquaponic Gardening Rules of Thumb” guidelines helpful.
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Thanks again for joining us, and I look forward to getting to know you.
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