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  1. crustytheclown

    What should I use?

    Something epoxy based, would be your best bet
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    filter pad replacement?

    For the media tray in my wet/dry, I have to use 2 of them, so I cut them to fit, and place them in dry... There is always a minute amount of sediment that leaches from these at first, but not enough to worry about. If you get them from a janatorial supply, you can get a whole case of them for...
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    filter pad replacement?

    The red ones
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    filter pad replacement?

    I have switched over to using ScotchBrite pads in place of the more costly OEM's, in my wet/dry... I also find they do a much better job at removing small particles for pre-filtration, but they do need changed out every couple of weeks.
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    Compact lighting

    Originally posted by gypsie32 What type of tank are your lights on? Do you have any soft corals or inverts? Thanks 80 tall -- primarily fish, but a few softies and inverts
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    Compact lighting

    I have the 260w 48" Aqualights, and love them. Do a search on ----, and you'll find them for $179... that's where I bought mine.
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    Undercounter Halogen Puck Lights...

    ...has anyone ever tried using them to spot focus specific corals..? I got to thinking about these last night, and wondered what the general consensus was, or if anyone else had ever given thought to trying them.
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    can i use twin tube flourscents or do i have to have pc's?

    NO = Normal Output These are the basic "El Cheapo" lights that come standard w/ aquarium systems. Just upgrade the bulbs, and you should be fine for a fish only setup.
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    Moon Lights ?

    I'm thinkin' strobe lights, disco balls, and surround sound baby! Hmmmmmm -- Maybe if I were to drop in a set of waterproof speakers and play ELO's "Turn To Stone", 24/7, the coraline will get the idea and spread... :D
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    Lighting

    I just installed the 48" CoraLife Aqualights (4x65w PC) a couple of weeks ago, and absolutely love them! Do a search on ---- for the best prices -- I only paid $180 for mine. ;)
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    Live Plants

    Originally posted by tlk Is there a way to prevent it from going sexual? Find it a spouse! :D
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    OT: request for html code information

    I do this for a living, and would be more than willing to help, in exchange for frags... :D
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    Moon Lights ?

    Originally posted by Katara If you're only concerned about the aesthetics of the moonlit look you may want to look into the $10.00 rope lighting at wal-mart/k-mart.They come in 6 foot length and look great!Some use red, i think blue looks exactly like moon lighting. They are 12' long and cost...
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    Found this on eBay....Would you try it?

    I received the "ECO-Aqualizer" yesterday and immediately installed it... I have had a problem with micro bubbles from the on-set, and as of now (24 hours later), the bubbles are nearly non-existent. I have no idea if there is any coorelation or not, but nothing else has changed in the past...
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    Your biggest mistake?

    Admitting to my wife how much $$$ has actually been invested in this hobby... :eek:
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    Found this on eBay....Would you try it?

    Originally posted by wamp Not flaming here.... But..... They are placed there for metal debry not to break down organics.. Metal filings from valves, rust in the pipe or floating flakes get trapped on these magnets.. Let us know how it works out for you though.. Not true at all, as that...
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    Found this on eBay....Would you try it?

    Originally posted by tony detroit Hey you wanted to buy one, I'm just trying to help you out bud. This is the DIY section..... At the workshop they teach us DIY means "do it yourself" Any window licking, helmet wearing, drooling kid on the short bus knows passing water through a couple of...
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    Found this on eBay....Would you try it?

    Tony, WOW -- Did they teach you how to do that at the "workshop"..? You must be the coolest kid on the SHORT BUS! eek: What's next week's project, popsicle stick napkin holders..? :rolleyes:
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    PC Lighting ????????'s

    Originally posted by sandman12 If its in good condition its a great buy IMO. I just bought a 2x96 watt pc for $190. I just bought a 4x65 for $180! :D
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    Strange power outage question.

    Nope, it is oil lubricated. :( Has anyone ever heard of an air driven external pump, or is this something that needs to be designed an built..?
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