How about a group buy for RO membranes, DI filters, etc. resupply our RODI units

[karl wagner]

now that some of us have these new tds meters installed...

This should be an annual event, like MH bulb replacement.

[Armando]

i'm in

[SherryQ]

I'm in.

[NeO]

I'm in.

[ScottM]

have a brand in mind? wasn't someone on RC getting them cheap a while back? eddiem?

[seasno]

I think eddiem only had the stage one filter, not the carbon, RO. or DI filters...but I could be wrong?

[JayG]

I'm also due for a full filter replacement on my RO/DI unit.

[marco67]

to many group buys not enough sponsors ;)

[DLCanuck]

Hey, i'm in.

[denvig]

I need a carbon cartridge.

[PenMan]

Can we see if Air Water Ice can work a deal for us? He was good enough to give us the system for the auction last year.

[marco67]

Maybe they would want to become a club sponsor?

[Corwyn]

I'm in. I need di cart

corwyn

[kskvarci]

If any of you are interested in Spectrapure products, I can most likely set something up.

[ScottM]

anyone have a contact at air water ice?

[JayG]

Walter is a great guy to deal with, always very helpful.

walter@airwaterice.com

[Groove]

Walter set me up with a nice system.

[this is me]

I'm in

[kskvarci]

Retail on the color indicating cartridges are 29.xx at both spectrapure and A.W.I. What do you guys think is a reasonable discount for a group buy?

[this is me]

wait, are these catriges all the same on every systems? i owned an aquatic reef system.

[kskvarci]

As far as I know the cartridges will fit any 2.5" x 10" sized system. I'd be happy to double check however.

[Harley387]

I like the Air Water Ice idea. I think Walter is a great guy to deal with. I'm sure he would help us out. It would be VERY cool if he were to become a sponsor.

[nickoz]

I worked with John at AquaticReefSystems (http://www.aquaticreefsystems.com). They were very helpful before and after I ordered my system. I discussed a group buy with them at one point for myself and several other reefers. They said they could offer discounted pricing for a group order. I am sure they still would be interested.

-nick

[Scuba_Dave]

I have an AWI also, also due for a ful replacement (minus 1st cartridge)

[Kim]

I also have an airwaterice and if you go with them will order replacements as well.

[SherryQ]

I have a Aquatic Reef System as well and I found the customer service to be fantastic - a real pleasure to deal with.

Sherry

[kskvarci]

Well guys, it seems you are leaning towards setting something up with AWI. I'll throw these numbers out there just in case nothing comes through for you. If anyone is interested or has questions let me know. Spectrapure has stated that these cartridges will fit in the AWI systems, but it would be worthwile to check with AWI as well if you are interested.

I can get the Spectrapure DI-SB-CI-10 in cases of 12 pieces.
Retail on these is 29.00.

With 12 orders I can sell them for 21 + tax for MA residents.
24 orders will bring it down to 19 dollars a piece + tax.

You could pick up or I could give these to someone who would be at the next meeting. I'm flexible.

-Ken
ken@skvarcius.com

[PyroJon]

Why are you charging tax?
Are you buying from Spectrapure and reselling to BRS members?

[Richard]

Aquatic Reef Systems have the best customer service I know and there every day price is $19.95 each for the color changing DI cartridge.

Richard

http://www.aquaticreefsystems.com/Aquarium_PreFilters_Accessories.htm

[Richard]

I just got off the phone with John at Aquatics Reef Systems. He is willing to give us 25% off if we purchase 1 case(20 pieces) of color changing DI cartridge. That will bring it down to $15.00 per cartridge.

100 GPD RO menbrane 10% off and if we buy 6 or more he will give us another 10% off.
Everyday price is $49.99.
10% off = $45.00
20% off = $40.00

I am not affiliated with ARS in any way. I just like their customer service and products.

Richard

[Paula]

Wow, those are very good prices for RO membranes. I run a piggyback RO and would be in for at least 2 RO, and a DI cartriges. I also need carbon and 1st stage filters.

[Armando]

I'd be in for:
- 1 DI cartridge
- 1 100GPD RO membrane
- 1 carbon.

[Richard]

If enough people interested in puting an order together. should we get scott involve as he is the "group buy guy"?.
I would be in for some supply as well.

[Armando]

That might prove to be a little difficult. I contacted him about an Aquamend buy but got no reply :(

[karl wagner]

I'd like to see this go through a sponsor.
I'll tabulate it up so far and see what we have so far.

[kskvarci]

Why are you charging tax?
Are you buying from Spectrapure and reselling to BRS members?

as close to cost as I can get.

Yeah, Sorry guys, just read the marketplace rules. :eek: I'll get set up as a sponsor before posting anything else for sale..

Those prices from Aquatics Reef Systems are fantastic!

[Ifferfish]

I am in as long as they are compatable with my system

[SherryQ]

I'm in for 2 DI cartridges
2 carbon
6 pre filters

[JustDavidP]

Im in! I have an Oceanus 4 stage and need ALL new filters for it. Lemme know the how, what, when, where stuff...

AND NO MORE TEASING ME with these group buys....my wallet is aching...and my wife is threatening ;)

Dave

[MickyB]

I'd be interested in
I'd be in for:
- 2 DI cartridge
- 2 100GPD RO membrane
- 2 carbon.

[this is me]

I'm in for
2 1-micron sediment
2 carbon
2 DI

[Ifferfish]

when someone knows what's going on will someone pm me. I would be in for 2 complete RO/DI sets.

[this is me]

Yeah, is this gonna happen anytime soon?
I'm in need of changing the catriges! If its not happening this week then i'm gonna go ahead and order it online and you can scratch my order above.
Thanks

[Richard]

I could set everything up but I don't want to step on any's toes by doing it. Where's Scott M?

[ScottM]

no toes to be stepped on. this forum is for Anyone. to collectively buy.
i'm just here to help the tier 3 sponsors run "specials" and help out with vendors when needed. Take it away. i'm going out of town today and won't be back for a week or so.
no sponsors seemed to show any interest.
i need Membrranes myself.

[marco67]

no sponsors seemed to show any interest.
i need Membrranes myself.

Just an FYI
I'm interested ...I'm always interested, This one may be just a bit premature for me though. I've been getting prices from and talking to a number of water filtration folks in the past week or so.
The problem is like so many other things in this hobby, everyone claims to have the best and the cheapest.

[JustDavidP]

If Marc is up for it, I'm definately in.

*waiting and watching*

[Richard]

I just PM Marc if he wants to do it I'll back off and let him take the ball.

[Richard]

Ok ..... Marc is interested in this buy for us but he's working out some details. He' get back to us early next week. So hold tight.

[nickoz]

just curious. Where are we with this. I need to by filters yesterday.

-nick

[marco67]

I'll have all this put together this morning. Then depending on proper protocol I'll either post it here, on my forum or turn it over to Scott.
If your in a hurry for filters I do have some of the carbon block/chlorine guzzlers and some of the 5 microns in stock.

[reefsmurf]

Can't wait.. I'm fighting grape algae and actually gaining some ground and think getting RO/DI unit might finish them off :)

[nickoz]

Marco,
Its been a week since you said you would have this done. Just curious when do you think you will be able to post some details.

I am making water with old filters and I need replacements yesterday.

Thanks,
-nick

[PenMan]

I have also asked Walter at Air Water Ice about group buy possibility. Will post as soon as I hear. I am in need also.

[marco67]

I'm all ready to go but like I said, "Then depending on proper protocol".....
Just trying to no become part of the group buy problem.

[ScottM]

marc,
YGPM

[ScottM]

a tenative list.

Armando DI Carbon 100gpd
SherryQ 2 DI 2 carbon 6 prefilter
Neo "in"
Jayg "in"
Dlcanuck "in"
Denvig carbon
Corwyn DI
This is me 2 DI 2 carbon 2 1 micron
Scuba Dave "in"
Kim "in"
Paula "in"
JustdavidP "in"
MickyB 2 DI 2 carbon 2 100gpd
ifferfish "in"
reefsmurf "in"
nickoz "in"


previous pricing summary

i can get the Spectrapure DI-SB-CI-10 in cases of 12 pieces.
Retail on these is 29.00.

With 12 orders I can sell them for 21 + tax for MA residents.
24 orders will bring it down to 19 dollars a piece + tax.

Aquatic Reef Systems have the best customer service I know and there every day price is $19.95 each for the color changing DI cartridge.

I just got off the phone with John at Aquatics Reef Systems. He is willing to give us 25% off if we purchase 1 case(20 pieces) of color changing DI cartridge. That will bring it down to $15.00 per cartridge.

100 GPD RO menbrane 10% off and if we buy 6 or more he will give us another 10% off.
Everyday price is $49.99.
10% off = $45.00
20% off = $40.00

[Ifferfish]

I'm out . Sorry guys, I just can't wait any longer.

[Bidadari]

Scott,

I would be interested in 1 DI and 1 carbon.

Thanks,
Tia

[ScottM]

i hope to have pricing from our sponsors by tuesday.

[littlep93056]

marco go for it , I've been to busy to do any checking on prices

[marco67]

Scott
I'll drop you a line, but I can't imagine getting this put together, ordered, paid and shiped by the party.

[bgywrinkle]

Marco, I would like to be included in this if possible.
I need 2 DIs and 1 RO membrane (100gpd)

Let me know if this is OK

Regards,
Don

[JustDavidP]

Marc....

Whatever you guys figure out... let me know. I need all three cartridges for my system.

I'll see ya on the Cape...

Laters

[SkimmedOut]

Put me down for 1 RO membrane.

Thanks.

[montec24]

If it is still on and not to late I am in for 1- RO, 1 DI, 2 Carbon and 1 sediment (whole setup for a airwaterice - typhoon II)

Thanks

[Armando]

Any update on this?

[Clutchcargo]

No update, but if it does fall threw, Buckeyefieldsupply (http://www.buckeyefieldsupply.com/showproducts.asp?Sub=1&showspecials=1) seem to have excellent prices. I don't have any experience with them though.
Random thought
Cjh

[ScottM]

i have great prices from air water ice but holding out for marco........

[ScottM]

out there marco.......?

[denvig]

Scott if the color changing DI cartridge can be had for the $15.00 then I will also take one of them along with the Carbon

[nickoz]

Scott,
I dont want to complicate things. I know how difficult organizing group buys can be sometimes however I was wondering if you could get prices from Aquatic Reef Systems. ARS is a RC sponsor and AirWaterIce is not. If not its not a big deal, it was just a thought.

-nick

[JayG]

Air Water & Ice donated a Typhoon III RO/DI unit to the BRS for the auction, it would be nice to give some business back to them.

[ScottM]

Scott if the color changing DI cartridge can be had for the $15.00 then I will also take one of them along with the Carbon
where did you find that price?

[denvig]

From you:D


I just got off the phone with John at Aquatics Reef Systems. He is willing to give us 25% off if we purchase 1 case(20 pieces) of color changing DI cartridge. That will bring it down to $15.00 per cartridge.

[skyedolphan]

OK I am more confused with this but here is what I have IF these go with my unit please order for me and send me the amount needed to PP
kent hi-f 50?? gpd

DI-SB-10 spectrapure model # need 3
and the di replacement membrane Thank you

[Richard]

I just got off the phone with John at Aquatics Reef Systems. He is willing to give us 25% off if we purchase 1 case(20 pieces) of color changing DI cartridge. That will bring it down to $15.00 per cartridge.

100 GPD RO menbrane 10% off and if we buy 6 or more he will give us another 10% off.
Everyday price is $49.99.
10% off = $45.00
20% off = $40.00

I am not affiliated with ARS in any way. I just like their customer service and products.

Richard


I can not tell a lie. I posted those prices way back in page 2 :D But decided not to do anything more because Marc have steped up to the plate.

[ScottM]

i have sent this out to all of our sponsors and no one has replied with pricing????
I need filters yesterday, as i am sure so do many other people.
i have worked it out with mike at Aquaaddicts to have it picked up in his store.
i just didn't want everyone at my place all at once. (not sure my floors could hold the weight)
i contacted air water ice because of their prior auction donations and here's what they can do. prices include all shipping:



5 Micron Sediment Filter: $2.50

1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50

5 Micron Carbon Block: $8.50

1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50

DI Color Changing: $22.00

Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

TDS Handheld Meter: $23.00

ORDERS WILL NEED TO BE IN BY THIS THURSDAY TO BE ORDERED FRIDAY FOR A DELIVERY NEXT WEEK

[ScottM]

i am in for:

Qty 2 of 1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50
Qty 2 of 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
qty 2 of DI Color Changing: $22.00
qty 2 of Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00
qty 1 of TDS Handheld Meter: $23.00

[montec24]

i have sent this out to all of our sponsors and no one has replied with pricing.
i have worked it out with mike at Aquaaddicts to have it picked up in his store.
i just didn't want everyone at my place all at once.
i contacted air water ice and here's what they can do. prices include all shipping:

we will need qty 12 of each to get this pricing:


5 Micron Sediment Filter: $2.50

1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50

5 Micron Carbon Block: $8.50

1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50

DI Color Changing: $22.00

Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

TDS Handheld Meter: $23.00
I will take one of everything except the TDS meter. If the R/O membrane is available in 75GPD then I would like that, otherwise 100GPD is fine.

Thanks
Dana

[MickyB]

I'll Take: 2 of each
5 Micron Sediment Filter: $2.50
1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50
5 Micron Carbon Block: $8.50
1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
DI Color Changing: $22.00
Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

[denvig]

5 Micron Carbon Block: $8.50
DI Color Changing: $22.00

[NeO]

Scott, I'm in for:

2 - 5 Micron Sediment Filter: $2.50
2 - 1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50
2 - 5 Micron Carbon Block: $8.50
2 - 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
2 - DI Color Changing: $22.00
2 - Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

Total $ 172,00

Gustavo

[Paula]

Hi Scott - thanks for getting this going. I need:

3 - 1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50
3 - 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
2 - DI Color Changing: $22.00
2 - Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

Total = $165.

Do we paypal the money to you? Pick up at AA?
Paula

[Armando]

I'd like a replacement (1 of each) for a 100GPD RODI system (Oceanus):

Carbon block
DI Color changing
R/O membrane

if someone can point out which Micron# I need would be great thanks.

[Richard]

Armando.. I would use the 1 micron for pre filter and carbon. The finer the perfilters the less junk gets to the RO menbrane.

[Armando]

Thank you Richard, in this case my order is:

1 - 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
1 - DI Color Changing: $22.00
1 - Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

Total $ 71.50

[JustDavidP]

I too want to replace the cartridges in my Oceanus 100GPD. I need:

1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50
1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
DI Color Changing: $22.00
Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

Please let me know about logistics/payment etc.

Thanks for putting this together!!!

Dave Perry

[JustDavidP]

Armando.. isn't your Oceanus 4 stage? You'd need the sediment filter too right? Just makin' sure you don't forget something.

[skyedolphan]

membrane 2x $38.00 76.00
carbin 1 micron 2x 11.50 23.00
di color 2x 22.00 44.00
-----------
143.00
if this is correct LMK and I will PP

[Armando]

Yes thank you David. My Oceanus (oh what a name :D) is 4 stages however I still have extra sediment filters we got from group buy last year.

[ScottM]

Please let me know about logistics/payment etc


Aquaaddicts will collect all the $$.

[SherryQ]

Thanks Scott. I'll take the following:

10 - 1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50
3 - 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50


Sherry

[JustDavidP]

Thanks Scott....

It's nicer to pick things up in Arlington on my way home ;) But I guess it's been far too long since I've been to NH. Thanks for putting all of this together.

Dave

[SkimmedOut]

Scott,

I'll take:
quantity:2 1-micron sediment filter =$7
quantity:1 100gpd RO membrane =$38
Total: $45

Thanks.

[JayG]

I would like the following please:

QTY1 - 1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50

QTY2 - 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50

QTY1 - DI Color Changing: $22.00

Thank you

[this is me]

I'm in for
1 Micron Sediment Filter: $3.50 x 2 =7.00
1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50 x1 = 11.50

total: $18.50

[this is me]

so i have to go to AA and give mike the money?

[ScottM]

Aquaaddicts will collect all the $$.
pay AA

[Bidadari]

Mike,
I hope it's not too late. I just want to confirm that I'm in for:
1 - 5 micron carbon block
1 - DI color change
Thanks.

[denvig]

So when will these be available for pick up?

[ScottM]

order has been placed. due to the mess in FL i am expecting them in by friday or early next week.

[JustDavidP]

Thanks for the update Scott.

BTW...what's your icon? Is that you releasing muskie into Spy Pond? Anything that this fisherman should know about? ;)

Dave

[ScottM]

Thanks for the update Scott.

BTW...what's your icon? Is that you releasing muskie into Spy Pond? Anything that this fisherman should know about? ;)

Dave

its just a pic that i found on the web.
no clue what it really is.
i thought it was fitting because i constantly buy new fish and dump the ones i have had forever for short $$.
thus "nothing is sacred"
although, some recent purchases may force me to change it :D

[nickoz]

I am in for ...

2 5 micron carbon
2 di
1 ro membrane

-nick

[Scuba_Dave]

I think I missed out on this since I didn't specify what I wanted? MY outout has suddenly dropped dramatically. Probably the 1st cartridge, but I wanted to change the carbons & have a DI ready to change

[montec24]

Anyone know if the filters are in? I am going to be in Salem tomorrow and would stop at AA and pick up if they were. Thanks

[this is me]

I called Mike at AA the other day and he said the orders should be in monday.
I'm picking up mine tuesday.

[Aqua Addict]

Hi everyone.... I regret to tell everyone that I recieved everything but the 1 Micron Carbon... I just called AWI and they forgot to send it. The are going to get it out very soon and I hope to see it by the end of the week... I am terribly sorry for the mistake and I will keep everyone informed about what is going on. I have everything else if anyone wants to come down to pick thier stuff up besides the 1 Micron Carbon...

Again I am sorry for the mix up,

Mike

[JustDavidP]

Mike,

When do you expect the carbon membranes? I am strapped for time and two trips to the great white north won't be easy.

Dave

[montec24]

I am planning on coming up on Saturday. If the 1 Mic Carbons are not in I may wait untill they are. Thanks
Dana

[Aqua Addict]

I hope to have the Carbon 1 Micron early next week... Sorry everyone...

Mike

[Scuba_Dave]

Will there be "extra's" ??

[Aqua Addict]

Everytime I do one of these group buys that usually are a couple people that don't bother to come get thier stuff so there will probably be extras... What are you looking for because I did get a couple of extras of some of the items to make the bulk purchase...

Thanks,

Mike

[Scuba_Dave]

I have an Air Water Ice 100gpd unit Typhoon III.

I have new sediment filters from the last buy
I have 2 carbons, so from AWI website I should get:

(2) 5 micron carbon
(2) 1 micron carbon

DI? How do you tell when it needs to be changed? I ran a 60g hex for 6 months, then setup the 55g for 6 months, then the 125g for 8 months now

Same question for the membrane - is that simply when your TDS drops?

My DI is over a year old, my membrane is over a year old
I recently had a large reduction in output. I know the 1st sediment cartridge is plugged up, so I am going to replace that & test again & see what happens

[Armando]

Mike I'll pick up my order next weekend, if you have the carbon at that time.

[Aqua Addict]

ATTENTION!!!! We have 1 micron Carbon Filters!!!! Arrived this morning....

Come and get em!!!!!

Later,

Mike

[Armando]

Thank you Richard, in this case my order is:

1 - 1 Micron Carbon Block: $11.50
1 - DI Color Changing: $22.00
1 - Filmtec 100gpd R/O Membrane: $38.00

Total $ 71.50

Great news Mike. I'll pickup the order (recap above) this weekend.

[Scuba_Dave]

Any of these left? I need to replace my carbons...not sure what else.
AWI 100 gpd

[JustDavidP]

Dave...

Call Mike direct. They had tables of them when I picked up.

Dave

[Scuba_Dave]

Tried calling, busy, MIke hang up on her :D
I'll try again, Thanx

But I want to buy some sediments 2-3?
(2) of each of the carbons, & DI
(1) 100gpd membrane

[Scuba_Dave]

Just wanted to thank Aqua Addicts for this group buy.
Also wanted to thank those that did not pu theirs, so I could get some!!

There are still some left, better hurry

[JustDavidP]

Are there any DI left? The one I picked up in NH was broken :(

[clamm]

i need membranes from my oceanas

[Armando]

i'm planning to install the cartridges and membranes i got in this group buy next weekend :D