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I would like to see these things. You guys have a picture for us?

I have a growth of grapelike things in my tank. At first it was isolated to one little area but know it is growing throughout the reef. They are purple in color and squishy to the touch. Any ideas on what this is and how can I get rid of it? :confused:

This has been done before, however, they are a competitor to Saltwaterfish.com. I have bought cleaners from them but not their sculpted rock. The organization can be found on the web in Boise Idaho. They have a geothermal farm set up to propogate reefs. Enjoy. Ray

What is the dimensions of your skimmer? Mine is 3" diameter with 1.25' vertical lift for the bubbles. I am using a RIO 600 RV pump but I am thinking of upgrading to increase performance. Ray

A refugium should help. I have been trouble with green hair algae in the past with minimal phosphates and nitrates. I "cleaner package" that I bought from this site worked wonders. Within a day, there was a noticable change in my tank. Good luck. Ray

I have used Instant Ocean will good results but am now trying a different brand just for convenience sake. Will keep you posted. Ray

I just purchased twin 18" 32W power compacts for my 10G. It may be a little overkill, but I can adjust the height above the water if it is too much.

I drip Kalkwasser every two days to keep Ph around 8.3 to 8.4 then use the Kent dKh buffer to keep alkalinity up to help stabilize the Ph throughout the day and night periods. Good luck.

I installed a 9W red compact under my canopy that seems to work well. Good Luck

I had a RIO2100 as my return do the same thing. Won't restart if you ever stop it. What I did was take it apart and cleaned everything with a wire brush. To get down in the drive chamber I used a Dremel Tool on the highest speed with a soft brush. I was able to knock off the chunks(I...

I would agree that SWF things that traditionalists don't recommend for a reef. However, after ordering several packages over the past couple of years, the characters that necessarily aren't reef safe(Arrow Crabs and Sally's) serve a purpose in nature. What I have done is to use the "package"...

I have a 29 and love it...its been going to 2years now with its ups and downs, but you can learn a ton from the great advice on this board.

I have never heard of one. What does this do that normal set up and maintenance does not take care of?

I battled flatworms for a number of months... The best solution is prevention as Burn prescribes... Once infected, I have tried the OTC chemicals which drastically increase your copper, stain your tubes and silicone, and are not a total solution. I have also tried a phsycadellic gobie and a...

I agree with Up North...I overlooked my Alkalinity for a couple of months and my coraline never developed. Once adjusted and sustained, it took off like mad.

This is great! I will be adding LR to my 10gallon this week. We have the same set up with the CPR BakPak and heater in the chamber. Its good to know that others attempt the nano reefs. Ray

Trey - Thanks for the info. I found some pics on the web and I think your right. Thanks again. Ray

Thanks for hint...got to caught up in the picture and not the hosting. Any ideas on this critter? Critter Picture Link [ July 03, 2001: Message edited by: Rhearrel ]

I am at Fry road... The best for corals that I have found is TNT at Hwy 6 and Bellaire. The is a Houston Reefer meeting there around 7pm on July 2nd to discuss tips and tricks. There is another LFS at Westheimer and Synott tucked away in a stripmall. Better for fish than corals. Later

Ich is a parasite that attacks fish...it looks like grains of salt imbedded in the fins and side of the fish. Rather unsitely. Good luck with the new set up. What part of Houston? I know a couple of good LFS's. Thanks. Ray