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more calcium than 400ppm isn't going to do a thing. Elevated carbonates (10-12dKH opposed to 7-9ish) has been shown to potentially increase growth rates. Between calcium and carbonates almost ALL attention should be on carbonates (alkalinity) for coral growth and health. Calcium from 380-480...

this is what I like about carbon (vodka/vinegar) dosing (not an option for this size tank). Virtually eliminates film algae for me (though sometimes replaces with white bacteria film when overdone. still more attractive than algae and more visable looking from the backside of the glass than...

Originally Posted by Mr.clownfish shoot but if its not from the drinking water, lets say its because its a new tank, will it go away? lets say maintenence, bioload and husbandry are up to par. unless its bryopsis it will likely go away in time how ever that could be anywhere from months to...

Originally Posted by Daftboy Has anyone here used the Brightwell's Nano A & B parts ? I wanted to use it but have not really seen any info on it. unless the nano concentration is the same as the regular code a and b there is no reason to use nano. nano's use the same elements in the same...

drinking water definately could be contributing and the age of the tank. new set ups after cycling is when tanks often are prone to algae outbreaks. this is definately not the time to use compromised water. you'll need to keep phosphates low by any means and tackle the issue head on. Your rock...

Originally Posted by evanjah two little fishes c- balance too watered down, your paying for a whole lot of purified water (compare to others) though it will work just as well all the same, you'll just be using, buying and paying for alot more than with other popular 2 parts...

Originally Posted by meowzer I just realized we didn't mention.....hydroids are not good...you want to remove them those particular hydroids pictured are harmless (there's no real way to remove them. the only ones you can see are those stuck on the glass and they usually disappear shortly...

looks great (tank looks like its been running for 10yrs)! so did you make any plans for the nova pro or did you sell it? I know I'm a tank and tubing away from starting up "something" from old parts taken off/replaced.

Originally Posted by staplewho i was just at lfs an looking at a product named reef nutrition but owner new nothing bout the product gald i didn't buy it now !!!! next time i place an order at swf i will order wild toe always nice to read threads...

yep flatworms. what a pain! (well so I hear).

the phytoplex is definately not needed (will do more harm than good on your set up) and the essential elements wont do a thing either. you might try a miniscule amount of phytoplex when your sump is established IF you set up a fuge for pods in it but there are MUCH better live phyto options...

Originally Posted by mrdc If I buy the test, how often should I test in order to not use up the test kit up so quickly? I was thinking I should test first to see where my current level is at. If it’s low, gradually dose and maybe test once a week until a reach a normal level. Once it is...

well the first skimmer I used for a 10g sump/30g was the seaclone 100 about 5yrs ago and regardless of what people said it worked well for me and all the time. it was noisy and pretty much non adjustable (it was but only worked well with air valve wide open). you'll obviously want to pass on...

when it comes to trace elements I believe either dont do it at all or do it as trial and error. the problem with dont do it unless you test for it is a) there are no test kits for 90% of it b) you have no idea if its high or low to begin with from the original salt mix c) you have no idea of how...

this is kind of silly. the one that wins the fight would win. It already known undulated are more aggressive (clowns sometime even manage to coexist considerable time with other tank mates without destroying them). But still your talking about two fish with shell crushing teeth. anybody can win...

Since lve been doing it sort of the last several months unknowingly just playing with the camera might as well use it as a visual log for changes/progress/setbacks ect. 2&3 months ago can be linked from the link http://www.vimeo.com/10619032 As you can see I dont do much in a months time

sounds like your sort of coral frenzy, reef chili, rods blend type all in one food product but I'd prefer a liquid based product over the dry ones (and maybe or maybe not frozen). Who cares how the directions say to feed, I broadcast feed ALL food at a dose I see fit determined by trial and...

I think they are happy everyday they get up something is not trying to EAT them and life is alot less stressful in that regard. For some reason people think fish are swimming around happy go lucky in the ocean. its a kill or be killed struggle for survival. its hard for a fish out there...

straight or square pin endcaps are readily available at hellolights or egay for about $4-5. you simply swap out one for the other.

Originally Posted by meowzer LOL...You have to remember this is just a generalization......Maybe you just got a mean one falco hawks are hardly peaceful "generally". they are right there with damsels and pseudochromis. they are peaceful when they are added last and are the smallest fish but...