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Originally Posted by crackers thanks I got a rio powerhead also its a 340 gph, I put it in today at lunch and, to my unexperienced eye, it looked to be too much. Guess I'm just not used to seeing it moving so much. I'll put it back in and thanks for the info. No prob. Oh and welcome to the...

Originally Posted by crackers I have a 46 gal bow front with LR and LS with a emporor 400 power filter and 150 GPH power head. 1) do I have enough water movment to keep a reef? 2) how close can I have my LR to the filer inlet. 1"? dosn't matter, or clear all around so that it can be seen...

Originally Posted by steve24 so, for calcium and alkalinity tests, what are "good" readings ??? i need to buy test kits for them yet, just wanting to know ... thanks, steve calcium - 400-450ppm alkalinity - 8-10dkh

You could add some mushrooms and zoos with that lighting. The anemone needs more intense lighting. Most require metal halides.

What size is your tank?

The Salifert test kits are very accurate and a favorite with lots of people. I have them and they are easy to use. IMO they are the best.

Originally Posted by steve24 hey, thanks ... i must be doing something right then Just make sure your calcium and alkalinity are in check and you should be good to go.

Originally Posted by jmdlax20 on the surface of my water the is a layer of crap...i dont know exactly what it is but its nothing harmful just wanting to how how to get rid of the layer of crap on my water surface You shouldnt have any crap on the top layer if you have proper surface agitation...

Sounds like coralline to me. Thats where it all started for me also. They all of a sudden BOOM pink, purple, green everywhere!

Testing my water change mix my kh was low at 5.4. Im assuming over time it lowered. Im switching salts when this one is done so hopefully that will change things a bit.

I have a yellow tang, 2 percula clowns and a royal gramma.

Just picked up this 2 part to get my alk and ca in check. For some odd reason my alk has been dropping over the past month or so. Here are the levels.... dkh - 6.7 ca - 390 ph - 8.4 mg - 1290 Whats the best way to dose this stuff? Should i start with what is recommended or should i add more of...

Originally Posted by crzyfshygy I have a new fish in the tank and he is a PIG :hilarious He is a Yellow Tang and the only herbivoure fish I have. All the other fish get feed pellets and Mysis shrimp every other day. He seems to need to be feed daily. Will feeding the dry seaweed and leaving...

Just grabbed an RO unit from someone. Ill keep an eye on the thread though if i change my mind. Thanks.

Originally Posted by Nmocean drew2005, SOLD! send me an email and we'll work out the details. farkel1032@charter.net Thanks, Jen Email sent

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Forgot it said make an offer. :hilarious Ill give you $150 shipped.

How much are you asking for it?

How old is the RO unit? Can you send me pics? email camsnutz@aol.com

Originally Posted by team2jndd I have a 55 long tank and stand that is black in NY. Pickup only. 100 dollars for the whole setup. Also have a bunch of extra powerheads and heaters. Have any pics of the tank and stand? Where in NY are you located? Email me camsnutz@aol.com