finally got my system running!  I had a little problem with leaks in the beginning I was trying to use materials I already had around the house.  I have a tote tank system one 275 fish tank and two 250 for three grow beds  and sump. I am using the chop 2 method one pump continuous flow.  this is my first attempt at any sort of garden hope things go well. I live in the city and my wife is concerned about the noise the water makes when the beds drain into the sump. I don't think the neighbor…

Finally going to start getting the tanks together ... finances are not perfect but getting better so hopefully in a month I can have it up and cycling. (being realistic here)



My general numbers used for questions / concerns below:

• 300g stock tank filled with about 240 gallons of water (4" gap at top)
• 275 IBC split in 2 as GB's filled with 16" hydroton (110 gallons of hydroton in each half and 96-103gallons of water displaced when both are…

Fortunately I have access to engineers where I work and think, with their help, I may have solved the self sustaining solar issue. Still working out the details but one thing is for sure ... it won't be cheap.



However, I can see a benefit to having such a system not only for running my aquaponic system, but also for sustaining some comfort in the event of a power failure. I will keep everyone posted as I get closer to making my final decision about this solar…