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    what's the name of

    Anyone tell me the name of the thing you plug into the wall socket that shuts down the circuit when any water touches it ?? and where do you buy it and what exactly is the name of it? Thanks
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    how to???

    What is the best way to clean the element in a cannister filter???without getting water all over the floor?? Does this sound rite?? I have a ball valve from the tank to the intake of the pump then a hose going into the cannister from the pump, then I have another ball valve coming out of the...
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    identify this

    Does anyone know what make or model this pump is, Got it second hand and it has all japanise writing on it.
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    help

    Bob,,,, thanks for the info does you're pump run hot???? I can't keep my hand on mine for more than 3 seconds Is that normal ?
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    help

    I have a Ocean Clean Filter (cannister)type, and a mag outside pump,and a drilled tank. Can anyone tell me if the pump goes before or after the filter???? and is it normal for the pump to be hot to the touch?
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    Special Thanks To Saltwaterfish.com

    You guys and girls are the best and I want to thank all of you for all the help you have given to me.don't think I would have keep this hobby if I had no one to ask questions to... Thanks again Don (freeweights)
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    is this right???

    I have a Ocean clear filter........a mag drive outside pump and the tank is drilled...... I would like to know if the pump gets hooked up before or after the filter??? Thank you ahead-of-time and is it normal for the pump to run hot????
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    Size of tank

    Thanks
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    Size of tank

    Originally Posted by SpiderWoman Without depth measurement it's pretty difficult to say. It does look like 60inches long, 28-30 inches high. it is 2 seperate tanks joined together each one is 21 " long......12" wide.....24" deep... Thanks
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    Size of tank

    Would anyone here take a guess of what size tank this wouldb be??
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    overflow box

    Originally Posted by Stanlalee the lower it is the lower the waterline in your tank will be (and the higher the level in your sump will be) and the higher vise versa. It should be anywhere you want the waterline in the aquarium to be and you can add or remove water to get the appropriate sump...
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    overflow box

    Originally Posted by alix2.0 you might want to post this in the equipment & DIY section. Thanks alix will do
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    overflow box

    What exactly is the adjustment on the overflow box.Mine has two thumb screws that adjust the inside of the overflow box, the part that is in the tank. up or down. What does it do and where should it be???
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    overflow box

    My overflow box has an up and down adjustment for the inside portion of it the part that goes into the tank ( little thumb screws) Where should it be positioned and what is the different where you adjusted at. What does it do?
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    looking for a wiring expert

    Well i'm going to give it a try. It looks simple on paper if it was car wiring there would be no ptoblem. not too good at 110 ac But I would like to thank you for the info and when i'm done if I;m not frenched fried i'll let you know how I made out , Don (freeweights)
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    looking for a wiring expert

    Originally Posted by Mech-a-nic Yes you can* it is just a 2 stage switch. to do it right If you can get me the schematic for the wiring I can help you. or at least the make and model. In theory the first push turns on the first ballast and the 2ed one turns them both on. Assuming there is no...
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    looking for a wiring expert

    I have a 4 bulb t5 fixsture with 1 plug and a button that you push in once for 2 lites to come on and then push again for all 4 to come on. is there any way I can rewire it so I have 2 plugs that would allow me to put them on timers???? thank you ahead-of-time
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    Help on isle 3........Lighting

    Does anyone have any suggestions on what lighting to install on this TUBE tank it is 24'' deep and 48'' long.Want to grow soft corals. nothing fancy.Does anyone have a light fixture that mite fit here is a photo of the tank with top open and one with top down I hope you guys can help. Want to...
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    question for the pros

    Originally Posted by spanko vinegar, water, a nice soft cloth or soft sponge. Try to keep from scratching it. Any certain ratio of water to vinegar.and is white distilled vinegar ok to use????
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    question for the pros

    I bought a acrylic tank that has been laying around in a garage for a-while and looks dirty. I want to make a reef tank out of it.What do you suggest to use to clean the inside,Something strong enough to get it good and clean but won't harm the reef or the fish???? Thanks in advance.
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