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  1. mykgillespie

    skimmer reliability and performance

    Try www.***********.com probably about $250 to $300 for one with the pre-skimmer and Mag 3 options. Both well worth going with. I think you would qualify for free shipping at that price too if they are still offering that deal.
  2. mykgillespie

    New hobbyist- need help with pH

    Sorry TG4F, I live in N.H. may be a little too far to travel! Anyway, I like the Kent brands, check out www.thatpetplace.com and find the one that best suits your needs they have pretty good descriptions right on the site or you can contact them directly for more detailed info. There are many...
  3. mykgillespie

    I want to open a pet store. Info please.

    High Osolow, What type of products are you looking to find vendors for? I was planning on starting up a LFS to support my Aquarium Maint. company, but have put that on hold temporarily due to the situation going on in the world. I know a few people and may be able to help you in a few areas...
  4. mykgillespie

    skimmer reliability and performance

    Just wanted to agree on the Remora! I love these skimmers! Another good H.O.T. is made by Precision Marine, but are probably expensive and IMO the Remora is more "attractive" in the equipment department because it's low profile design doesn't extend too high up in the back of the tank compared...
  5. mykgillespie

    HQI fixtures

    Thanks for the help Christine! Much appreciation.
  6. mykgillespie

    New hobbyist- need help with pH

    The average price in my area for RO/DI is 50 cents a gallon. $2.00 a gallon seems pretty steep to me! Any way, probably best to purchase your own and save money all around. Powerheads are easy, just mount them with whats provided to your preference as most will come with a suction cup mount...
  7. mykgillespie

    cloudy water/protein skimmer?

    Typically algae causing cloudiness is more of a yellow or green tinge to the water, and to be honest I can't say I've ever seen this in a Saltwater tank. I would double check you water parameters also if you don't test for Ca try that too as when Calcium gets to saturation in the water it will...
  8. mykgillespie

    New hobbyist- need help with pH

    Sounds good with your find on the pH, I agree though RO/DI or at the very least distilled from the store would be a good idea. The thing about pH is that it's all about balance. You can add things to any tank to raise or lower pH. But the more that you add to a given body of water to cahnge a...
  9. mykgillespie

    Rainbow Lifegard part help!

    Yeah, it was too small to fit the gasket tightly.
  10. mykgillespie

    Types of LR

    Sounds good to me, I'd still try to mix it up if possible. Remember, rock is good, but your sand is your best filter. Be sure not to buy so much rock that you choke out your sandbed and be sure not to pack the rock too tightly or you may have trouble getting good circulation through the rock...
  11. mykgillespie

    Cleaning Copper out of a tank... HELP

    You may want some more opinions on this as it's been a long time since I've used a copper treatment, but I think it will make a difference wether or not you used chelated or non-chelated copper in the medication. In the past I've used poly-pads from poly-bio marine after just about any...
  12. mykgillespie

    OT - No BS Guys, we are going to war ...

    Semper Fi Sgt. Gronholz, I'll see you in the sand. I'm gettin' kinda' tired of shoveling snow anyway! Just out of curiosity Sgt., You do know that this message board deals with Marine "Fish" right? Just kidding, I'm already on my face. Take care of yourself. LCpl. Gillespie, USMC.
  13. mykgillespie

    Rainbow Lifegard part help!

    I've got a tank that has the small unit on it. I had a hard time finding a decent heater for the small one. I was hoping you might have already had some luck with something that you could recommend to me:D , but I guess my little hang on will have to work for now. Tronic and visitherms didn't...
  14. mykgillespie

    Rainbow Lifegard part help!

    No problem Osolow. What kind of heater do you use for your canister?
  15. mykgillespie

    HQI fixtures

    Does anyone know where I can find Giesemann or AB Aqualine HQI fixtures online not just the bulbs?
  16. mykgillespie

    Rainbow Lifegard part help!

    Try www.thatpetplace.com
  17. mykgillespie

    cloudy water/protein skimmer?

    How long has your aquarium been running for? Have you lost any fish? Has anyone else been feeding the tank?
  18. mykgillespie

    Types of LR

    How many Lbs of rock do you need for your tank? I'd try getting some of each, you'll get a more diverse collection of critters that way.
  19. mykgillespie

    New hobbyist- need help with pH

    Coralife is a good quality brand and I'm still surprised that you're having pH problems. What type of test kit are you using to check your pH, is it an old kit by any chance? Would it be possible for you to take a sample to a local fish store or maybe even a few different stores to compare...
  20. mykgillespie

    Water Changes

    Just my opinion. I think it's best to do the smallest possible changes that will still keep your system in good shape. Main reason is that in your reef tank stability is very important and it will be easy for you to make a big change in chemistry. With a good protein skimmer and a good plan...
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