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Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/11/2008, 04:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 941
Posted By RandyStacyE
I believe that your siphon between your 2 sumps...

I believe that your siphon between your 2 sumps is a lot of the problem.

I did this once with one of my tanks. This siphon needs to be maintained and is a pain in the butt. You would be much...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/11/2008, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 941
Posted By RandyStacyE
Do you use Durso Standpipes? What pump do...

Do you use Durso Standpipes?

What pump do you use as a return pump?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/11/2008, 04:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,405
Posted By RandyStacyE
Uh ohhhh ... another ground probe thread :)

Uh ohhhh ... another ground probe thread :)
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/11/2008, 03:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,499
Posted By RandyStacyE
You can't go wrong with a drilled tank.

You can't go wrong with a drilled tank.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/11/2008, 02:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,418
Posted By RandyStacyE
None of the glass companies near me had any in...

None of the glass companies near me had any in stock ... maybe that's the reason it would have been expensive.

If you are lucky enough to find someone who actually has some then that would...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/11/2008, 02:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,418
Posted By RandyStacyE
Black glass is SUPER expensive. There are shades...

Black glass is SUPER expensive. There are shades of dark glass, but they are still transparent.

I forget the proper term ... colored glass or something, but this type of glass is simply already...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/11/2008, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,138
Posted By RandyStacyE
One way to get this baffle done and give it a...

One way to get this baffle done and give it a clean look would be to position the glass and use tape (or something) to hold it in place. Then use silicone to tack it into place then allow these 'spot...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/11/2008, 01:40 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
The WHO is definitely NOT a resource, certainly...

The WHO is definitely NOT a resource, certainly not an organization I am willing to trust, and no one needs a ‘1 world ’ anything. Read up on the WHO and their vaccinations in Africa … you’ll see...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/11/2008, 01:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,106
Posted By RandyStacyE
I've only had one break when I hit it. In a...

I've only had one break when I hit it.

In a pinch you could just make one out of PVC pipe as a temporary backup. The backup would work just fine ... or at least until you buy another one ... if...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/11/2008, 10:06 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
You can pick up a UV sterilizer for that if you...

You can pick up a UV sterilizer for that if you are concerned. I assume that would work for ya.

It's kind of a funny scenario isn't it? Ya filter everything out of the water (especially chlorine)...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/10/2008, 08:55 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
The RO 'wast water' would just be sediment...

The RO 'wast water' would just be sediment filtered, carbon filtered, and would likely have a high TDS. I can test it to be sure, but my intention is to have much purer drinking water.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/09/2008, 08:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,335
Posted By RandyStacyE
I know there's been a TON of questions already :)...

I know there's been a TON of questions already :) but how long did you allow this SLC cure before coating it?

Typically concrete/cement is supposed to cure for at least 28 days before anything is...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/09/2008, 02:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,909
Posted By RandyStacyE
casingbill, Can you install your RO/DI unit...

casingbill,

Can you install your RO/DI unit directly beneath your sink, but inside the basement?

That should cause you any troubles that I am aware of. That way you could still run your water...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/09/2008, 09:23 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
Not at all. My hot and cold water lines are in...

Not at all. My hot and cold water lines are in the crawlspace allong with the pipe running to the septic tank.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/08/2008, 01:43 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
Thanks for the link! I was never able to find it...

Thanks for the link! I was never able to find it ... and I've tried too.

Kinda pricy isn't it.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/08/2008, 01:28 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
Thanks! I will keep that in mind and I appreciate...

Thanks! I will keep that in mind and I appreciate the input.

I'm gonna have to think about about this whole setup. I will be using my unit for the kitchen, but It's going to take some time to...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/08/2008, 12:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
I do know that TDS Creep is not a myth. I was...

I do know that TDS Creep is not a myth. I was going to attempt the TDS creep problem after I figured out how I was going to set this deal up.

I was actually contemplating doing DonW's idea too! :)...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/08/2008, 11:27 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
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Forum: Do It Yourself 01/08/2008, 10:08 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
I think you're right :) I'll likely just...

I think you're right :)

I'll likely just ditch the the whole automated reservoir feeding the sump.

I'll just use an elivated 5-10 gal reservoir beside the tank inside of a cabinet or something....
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/07/2008, 11:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
I've been using the same trash can for at least ...

I've been using the same trash can for at least 3 years and I have not had a single leak. I admit though ... I'd prefer to use one of my 55 gal drums, but they won't fit through my access hole in...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/07/2008, 11:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
Yup, the reservoir should be full at all times...

Yup, the reservoir should be full at all times due to the float valve and it is fed by the bladder tank.

I'm thinking that the 'weak link' is at the sump and it may be best to have a high point...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/07/2008, 10:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
I happen to have a few 55 gal plastic drums...

I happen to have a few 55 gal plastic drums available to me, but they will NOT fit through the access-way into my crawlspace :(

I'm thinking that I will have to use a somewhat flimsy trash can for...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/07/2008, 10:35 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,403
Posted By RandyStacyE
Talking RO/DI Hare Brain Idea

I would like to install my RO/DI unit beneath my kitchen sink to feed a faucet for drinking water (and my refrigerator water and ice maker) while at the same time feed a reservoir in my crawlspace...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/07/2008, 02:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,137
Posted By RandyStacyE
I saw a DIY quite a while back where a guy used a...

I saw a DIY quite a while back where a guy used a plastic 55 gal drum!

It shouldn't be hard to find. What was cool about that idea is, obviously a drum is plenty big, but you could use the lid of...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/06/2008, 06:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 436
Posted By RandyStacyE
One way could be to restrict the line that runs...

One way could be to restrict the line that runs to your display tank, but that may not be all too wise considering the possible consequences.

To minimize the air you could use another 90 so that...
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