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  1. rockman

    Something strange is happening!

    I've got a 75 gallon tank most of it is custom designed and built. this tank is 5 years old recently the skimmer decided to retire on me so i started looking for a replacement. In the meantime I've noticed that my algae has receded, my water is clearer, and my corals are noticeably healthier...
  2. rockman

    Mag 9 pump

    I Did check the impeller it does not look worn but then again I don't know what its subposed to look like when its new
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    Mag 9 pump

    I have a mag 9 pump as a main on my 75g saltwater reef it's been in service for about a year and a half now. Lately I've noticed deminished flow rate.I've check the rest of the system for obstructions My question is could this be a worn impeller? would buying a new impeller help or is it a waste...
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    Question for you electricians (preferably)

    Originally Posted by socal57che I think he means one of these http://www.levitonproducts.com/catal...47B7E&pid=1208 and it's much easier than ceiling fans! Install a single gang box with this receptacle and wire your compressor with the appropriate male end as described earlier in the thread...
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    Question for you electricians (preferably)

    Yep! that box is designed for a dryer that uses the white wire! you should use a standard 220 outlet box But this will work! On the new plug the hot wires are red and black So cap off the white and your good to go Sorry pic not pick!
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    Question for you electricians (preferably)

    Tizzo I Was an electrical contractor for a while. Still do side jobs If your set on using that dryer outlet then you will need to wire it this way On your fist pick hook up the new cord green to green (ground) black to black (120 V) red to white (120 V) DO NOT USE THE WHITE ON THE NEW CORD!
  7. rockman

    THE SWF.com AVATAR COLLAGE !

    Excellent! I'm in
  8. rockman

    finishing a basement

    Rent a sandblaster! That way you start out with clean block and the dryloc will perform like it should.
  9. rockman

    Am I taking crazy pills?

    Originally Posted by jennythebugg am i the only one thats gonna ask how the fish dont leave the holding tank when its flushed Thats how you do water changes. automatically tops off the water level Oh and it helps to have smart fish actually theirs a tank within a tank (look at the gravel)
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    We all do stupid things!

    Originally Posted by Tizzo I was a passenger, going to a job sight in the big work truck while on the phone with the hubby. I looked down at my empty phone holder and mouth the words, "I can't find my phone" to my brother, who was driving. I mouthed the words cause I didn't want the hubby to...
  11. rockman

    Can you spot feed Zoos?

    I don't spot feed all the time but when I do I use this- Its homemade....a feeder syringe for feeding baby animals (the large one) a length of 1/8 inch tubing (Both available at pet stores) and two rubber grommets (used for wiring) Its a little tricky getting it together but well worth it
  12. rockman

    We all do stupid things!

    Like the other day I shined up my ride and was on my way to a friends house when i saw somebody I knew so i went to yell out the window only to find it was still up! Causing a white flash and a sharp pain to my frontal lobe And of coarse she saw me do it! Or the time I went to pick up some...
  13. rockman

    Anyone know how operate a book?

    I have to admit I'm an avid reader The first book i read cover to cover was jaws before the movie came out! If you like crime-drama then James Paterson,Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, Iris Johanson, Alex Kava,Patricia Cornwell,among Others I you like Non stop action then James Rollings is...
  14. rockman

    I'm new and excited

    Welcome Keebler!
  15. rockman

    is a hood necessary?

    Originally Posted by Prk543 If i didn't have cats, I wouldn't have a top on my aquarium. They just really like the warm lights... You can also get some egg crate at home depot or lowes (i think they call it something else, but you can find it in the lighting section), if you want to keep the...
  16. rockman

    Happy Birthday Ruaround!!!!

    Happy Birthday Ru This prayer is for you!
  17. rockman

    Whats growing on my liverock?

    Pics 1 and 3 are forminiferans I have both red and white Nothing to worry about but if you handle that rock in the future be sure to wear Gloves their very sharp! And a good way to get a nasty infection As for pic 2 I'm not sure
  18. rockman

    Look What I Found . . .

    This was the most ridiculously fast car I ever owned! I bought it from a guy back in 1980 who put it between two trees destroying most of the bodywork. I was working as a body man back then so it became my project car. Took me 2 1/2 years to complete working on it in my spare time. Got me into...
  19. rockman

    Background__Yes or No?

    Originally Posted by Mr_X btw-on my last tank i used dark window tint on the back. it looked excellent. Good idea! Im in the early stages of a build I'l keep that in mind!
  20. rockman

    Pre-drilled tank ?

    Thanks! Im in the planning stages of a new build and the one i was looking at comes with a plumping pack that includes the overflow and return including the Loc-Line dicharge just wanted to know if were any issues with it?
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