I tried to set up my upside down aquarium today. I failed Well, technically, the aquarium failed. I think I have another aquarium I can use. The broken one will get a new back piece at some point in the future. I never throw tanks out, I just rebuild them. .
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3d printer ideas for custom aquaponics fittings
I am seriously excited about getting my 3d printer. It’s been a week since I ordered it, so 1-2 more weeks according to the confirmation email I got. The printer can print in ABS. This can be a stinky plastic to print, but I’ve plans for making a fume hood for the printer that vents …
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I ordered my 3d printer last weekend.
I’ve been following the RepRap movement (DIY Rapid Prototyping machines also known as 3d printers) for at least 3 years now. MSOE had several of the commercial units that I drooled over frequently, but never got a chance to dig deeper into. Thus, I’ve been aware of the technology for nearly 15 years now. But it’s …
Too bad raising kids isn't so black and white.
Too bad raising kids isn't so black and white. In album Bella sitting on the back of the couch. Bella laying on the back of the couch. Bella Climbing up onto the back of the couch. View this post on Google+ .
I thought my water heater went out tonight
Turns out that my bathroom drain is leaking into the water heater, which is then leaking. I think the water filled up the insulated outer shell until it's coming out around some little relieve valve. My wife found the leaky drain. YAY her! I wrapped the leak in some self vulcanizing rubber tape. Hopefully this …
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