Recent content by photo guy

One of the coral tanks (looks to be about 250-300 gal) at a LFS uses onlay a skimmer for filtration. I was astonished to see that that's all they had. It's the same skimmer I have (ETSS 600) but I'm also running a sump.

I've been using well water for a few months now. I just haven't gotten around to hooking up my RODI yet. I haven't tested the water but I do know that it's very clear, tastes great and there have been no problems thus far. It HAS to be better than the city water around here.

It must be nice to be able to keep this stuff AWAY from the tank. I can't wait to see the complete project.

no dirtct sunlight. I'm using RO/DI water. It's time for a change though.

A couple of weeks ago I noticed green Algae??? starting to take over the back glass of my tank (I clean the other three sides every couple of days). Now the green stuff looks like a bad case of back hair, think Austin Powers. Today I added 5 turbo snails. Am I on the right track? All my rock...

Mudplayerx, How would you suggest acclimating the snails? Thanks, Keith

I'm in Calhoun, 60 miles North of Atlanta. I'll be selling a 90 gal complete with rocks, sand, lights, sump etc when I get my 220 set up. I'm shooting for 1st of November - ish to put it up for sale. keith@keithphoto.com

Calhoun, GA just South of Chattanooga.

Hey Carshark, I'm in Calhoun between Atl and Chattanooga and I NEW to the hobby. I've checked out what I can find in Chattanooga + a couple of places about 30 minutes from me in Dalton. Last Saturday I made it to Optimum Aquarium in Marietta. I'm TRYING to find an (or two) LFS to deal with...

Thanks for all the info. Your stand is an inspiration! I think I could do a quality job but less than a week...outreagous! I consider myself a multi-tasker but you put me to shame. Again, Thanks for the info and the inspiration. Keith

OOPS, a couple of other questions. Did you make the top of the stand solid or did you sit the tank on the frame. I can't tell from the photos. Also could you show us how the doors on the front open? Are the hinged or lift-out? Thanks again, Keith

That stand is SWEEEET! I've bought a 220 gal that I'll be picking up next month. It has a not so good looking stand with it. I've been trying to decide if I want to make a stand myself or have one made (don't have a huge amount of time). The cabinet maker I spoke with quoted about $700 for a 42"...

I’ve heard of a pet store in the next town that has a bird housed inside an aquarium with fish all around it. It couldn’t be much of a life for the bird. I’ll check it out if I get a chance but it sounds pretty cheesy to me. Keith

Stuckinfla, Thanks for the advise. I was REALLY hoping to use the 90 exactly the way you described. That's primarily why I even got it. I may sell it or set it up at my business after the 220 is going strong. Yes I'll be using a trailer but only for hauling the tank, stand, and water if I do...

Thanks Bang Guy and Ophiura! Those are some GREAT tips. Keith