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  1. gatorjit

    Invertabrates into FO

    What about intorducing live rock later on after it has cycled and stabilized?
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    Invertabrates into FO

    I am setting up a FO tank right now and I am curious if in time I can introduce a few invertabrates into the tank? Or should I keep it strictly FO and look into a Reef tank later on. I am new to all this and really want both world but I am finding out from my LFS that it is really not safe. Can...
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    Light Timer

    Does anyone have any suggestions on what kind/brand of light timer to use? THX
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    Heaters...how much?

    Quick question...... I have a 75SW in Naples, FL. I am ready to get my heaters for it but I am not sure how much I need. Is 2 50W heaters (one in sump, one in tank) sufficient? Please help...
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    "Pro-Heat" Heaters

    Does anyone know where I can find the dimensions of "Pro - Heat" heaters? I cannot find them in my area so I need to purchase online, and I need to know if they will fit my sump. THX
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    Naples, FLORIDA

    Is anyone here from Naples or Ft. Meyers FL?
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    Sand

    Does anyone know if "sterilized play sand" will work just as well as Southdown playsand? I cannot find the Southdown in my area? THX
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    Heater placement

    I live in Naples, FL (SW Florida) and am trying to figure out my heater requirements. I am planning on (2) 75W or (2) 100W heaters. Is this sufficient for a 75 SW? Also, should I place both in the same location (sump), pr should I put one in sump and one in tank? THX
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    Heater placement

    I live in Naples, FL (SW Florida) and am trying to figure out my heater requirements. I am planning on (2) 75W or (2) 100W heaters. Is this sufficient for a 75 SW? Also, should I place both in the same location (sump), pr should I put one in sump and one in tank? THX
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    Heater?

    I live in Naples, FL (SW Florida) and am trying to figure out my heater requirements. I am planning on (2) 75W or (2) 100W heaters. Is this sufficient for a 75 SW? Also, should I place both in the same location (sump), pr should I put one in sump and one in tank? THX
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    Where to get egg crate?

    I live in Naples, FL. If you know anything about SW Florida, you know it is nothing but $$$$$. Everything down here is expensive. Nothing but rich old folk!
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    Powerheads?

    So I will be OK with just the Magdrive. But it would be safe investment to get a powerhead simply b/c I eventually want to introduce some live rock and invertabrates. What is good size? 700-900?
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    Powerheads?

    I am starting a new 75SW FO for now and see alot of talk about powerheads. Are these vital in addition to the main pump? http://mywebpages.comcast.net/gator...ages/SWtank.JPG
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    Where to get egg crate?

    I know you can get it at Home Depot, I found it for about $20 a sheet. Thought that was expensive, went to a local ACE hardware and they cut the individual sizes out for me for $2 each. Entire sheet was $11. Save some $..
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    I'm ready

    Thanks for all the help. Instead of using sand bought from a dealer I have heard of using "playsand." I am planning on going that route. However, the "Southland" brand I keep hearing about is not carried by Home Depot down here in Naples, FL. THey do carry "sterilized" playground sand made by...
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    I'm ready

    I assume I will need around 60-70 lbs of sand. how much rock is appropriate?
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    I'm ready

    Hello.. I have been building a 75SW tank over the past year or so. (see link below) I am finally ready for the "furniture." I am planning on using dead sand/rock for now. Does anyone know of a good site where sand can be purchased? Also, any tips on using tap water for my tanks filling? I have...
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    Plumbing Kit

    Where can I purchase an overflow kit for a drilled 75 online. Cannot find them anywhere.
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