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Quote: Originally Posted by deejeff442 8.8 ph from tap water? LFS performed the test so I am going with their feedback. I will have it re-tested sometime in the near future.

So narrowing down to a couple items: What specs should my return pump from my sump be? What should I look for when shopping for one with my setup? Is there a rule of thumb for powerheads? How many for a 180 gal reef setup? What specs should I look for when shopping for one? Additionally, I...

Thanks again! Responses are in blue: basement project will be complete in approximately 6 weeks and I would like to be ready to jump into my tank setup immdiately. For me to do that I need some feedback on a few things to make sure I am where I need to be. Thanks in advance. Here is my...

My basement project will be complete in approximately 6 weeks and I would like to be ready to jump into my tank setup immdiately. For me to do that I need some feedback on a few things to make sure I am where I need to be. Thanks in advance. Here is my equipment list that I have already...

In my debate of what style of aquascaping I plan to use (island effect, wall effect, etc) I wondered how much it matters on being able to clean the glass on each side. I would imagine with a wall effect, you commit to NOT cleaning the back of the aquarium and let the "cleaner crew" do as much or...

That is correct. I did not include everything but you pointed out two good ones. That brings up a question that has made we questions what type of RO/DI system to buy. What type of system is needed (4-stage, 5-stage, etc)? Is a home drinking water system the same as a reef system? I would...

I am looking for feedback on the equipment listed below for a new 180 gallon reef setup. I understand many of you have your personal preferences so please share however I am very interested if I have anything on here that has had poor performance. 180 gallon CornerFlow Aqueon ProFlex Model 4...

I will be ordering 100lb box of Key Largo dry rock for my 180 gallon Reet Tank. What is the common or most appropriate way to install the live rock in the tank? Should it be placed in the desired setup loosely (unsecured) or should a bonding agent be used to hold the desired look in place...

That is great advice and I also like the Pukani rock. You have a nice setup and I will definitely consider it too. As for the online purchase, the Miami based retailer offers 100 lbs of total rock (20 lbs live rock / 80 lbs dry rock) totalling $2.49 per pound. That also includes shipping. They...

I will be setting up a brand new 180 gallon Reef Tank in less than 1 month. I will be purchasing an undetermined amount of premium aquacultured live rock from an online retailer in Miami and shippig to Pennsylvania. I am looking for a recommendation on the total weight to order. I prefer a...