What Kind of Planted Tank Hobbyist are you? Part 1 : Expenditure

[thebaldingaquarist]

Hi all,
I am back again with more interesting questions!

Answer this.
What kind of hobbyist are you? Expenditure wise???

How do you spend?

1. I will spend on Best of Breed equipment as i want results, reliable and fast.
2. I will spend on Best of Value equipment as i want best bang for buck, I can deal with any compromise
3. I will spend.. WHAT SPEND? it should be FREE damn it.

[Shadow]

hmm... do know which is my category. I spend only for those that can give me result. For example, I wont buy those ADA 5 power which does not give any noticeable better result compare to without it. On the other hand I do buy ADA equipment like scissor, pinset, etc although it does not make my scape better but it give me satisfaction feeling.

[thebaldingaquarist]

hmm... do know which is my category. I spend only for those that can give me result. For example, I wont buy those ADA 5 power which does not give any noticeable better result compare to without it. On the other hand I do buy ADA equipment like scissor, pinset, etc although it does not make my scape better but it give me satisfaction feeling.

You belong to the first category! you are willing to spend on results.

[Berny]

ADA, Stainless steels, looks... super looks!!! ROAR!!!

[thebaldingaquarist]

ADA, Stainless steels, looks... super looks!!! ROAR!!!

Yusof Ishak! Gone!!!! ROAR!!!

[Berny]

doesnt matter, pay come in, yusof ishak is back, and usually for bulk purchase, i tend to pay by nets or masters instead of cash

[thebaldingaquarist]

doesnt matter, pay come in, yusof ishak is back, and usually for bulk purchase, i tend to pay by nets or masters instead of cash

Hmmm. Isn't that a dangerous mindset? I spend what I can spare, end of the month.. I am too stingy!

[Berny]

i got 2 different account, 1 for monthly expenditure - savings, bills, food, etc etc. the other, is for self use - entertainment, movies, -censored-, luxurious food, cab fair, aquarium etc etc and my cards are only linked to 2nd account, first account doesnt have an ATM card

[thebaldingaquarist]

i got 2 different account, 1 for monthly expenditure - savings, bills, food, etc etc. the other, is for self use - entertainment, movies, -censored-, luxurious food, cab fair, aquarium etc etc and my cards are only linked to 2nd account, first account doesnt have an ATM card

NICE..... Especially the censored part.

[Xanavi]

I completed all your polls.... so is there a reward like a free ADA tank or something??

[thebaldingaquarist]

I completed all your polls.... so is there a reward like a free ADA tank or something??

Sweet. Free gift.. I give you flying Internet kiss.

[mukyo]

Sweet. Free gift.. I give you flying Internet kiss.

bro.. you look...






not handsome .... :-|

lol

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[thebaldingaquarist]

I am hurt...

Please vote!

[felix_fx2]

I am hurt...

Please vote!

gouku?

from mobile now, me vote later.
i between 1-2, buy stuff that works. if can diy it even better.

got alot in 3? ask for free...

[bennyc]

Where got so good everything free? Eric,you are big boss, you sponsor is it? Then can you grab some pen and paper and take my order.

[bennyc]

gouku?

from mobile now, me vote later.
i between 1-2, buy stuff that works. if can diy it even better.

got alot in 3? ask for free...

If possible, i will diy. I feel it gives a sense of satisfaction when the things works. But i have no flare in DIY.

[felix_fx2]

If possible, i will diy. I feel it gives a sense of satisfaction when the things works. But i have no flare in DIY.

similarly, DIY that can do stuff nothing in retail gives the best feeling... (like the people who put a breaker box in cabinet with digital timer. plus full pvc piping.)

DIY need to constantly try and do if not will rusty.

[CoryDorus]

I am in the process to setup an office planted tank after a long while. Have move past DIY but wanted to enjoy the setup process. Was struggling how to start.

CO2 System: Played with DIY many years ago. I still feel lack of knowledge, the fuss and time which i am willing to compensate with money. Shop for like an hour among various LFS shops and found a small complete CO2 kit at reasonable price and bought it immediately.

Key elements: Smaller size, Complete quick setup kit, professional looking, Value Price

Tank: I wanted a long but small tank. There was a promotion for the same brand by at least 4 shops along the same street. Price deviate between around 35% for the same piece. It pays to shop around when they are all located in same area.

Key elements: Elongated size, Quality sealing and clarity, Value Price

Substrate:Lack of knowledge on what best. Just wanted for planted and black. Got the cheapest for 35% less.

Key elements: Look professional,Marketed for planted, Value Price again.

[thebaldingaquarist]

I am in the process to setup an office planted tank after a long while. Have move past DIY but wanted to enjoy the setup process. Was struggling how to start.

CO2 System: Played with DIY many years ago. I still feel lack of knowledge, the fuss and time which i am willing to compensate with money. Shop for like an hour among various LFS shops and found a small complete CO2 kit at reasonable price and bought it immediately.

Key elements: Smaller size, Complete quick setup kit, professional looking, Value Price

Tank: I wanted a long but small tank. There was a promotion for the same brand by at least 4 shops along the same street. Price deviate between around 35% for the same piece. It pays to shop around when they are all located in same area.

Key elements: Elongated size, Quality sealing and clarity, Value Price

Substrate:Lack of knowledge on what best. Just wanted for planted and black. Got the cheapest for 35% less.

Key elements: Look professional,Marketed for planted, Value Price again.

Option 2 is for you bro!

I admire your tenacity to get the best value. Maybe next time you go hunting for equipment should put up a thread [serious]. there might be people who want to follow. Too bad i no longer equipment hunting (unless something spoils.. choi!).

[David]

I'll buy to the best that I can afford.....If I cannot, I will save up for it rather than compromise.