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  1. frankthetank

    Qt

    Teach me about QT's. Pretend I'm completely dumb about them. 1) Do you use them to introduce a fish or coral or invert to your tank? 2) What do you put in them - PVC fittings? 3) How long do you QT a fish, coral, invert before adding it to you tank? 4) Do you run a filter on your QT? How...
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    Reflector - 36G Corner

    Ok, I've made some decisions on my lighting for my 36g Corner tank. I'm using an Ice Cap 250w E Ballast & 250w XM 20k DE. Now to the reflector or in this case, the pendant. A 36g Corner is kind of tricky with it's deminsions. I need a pendant that will spread light easily, and not just shoot a...
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    MH Ballast/Reflector/Bulb Options

    I'm in the market now for a MH pendant only (no actinic supplementation). Understanding that I enjoy a blue/actinic look to my reef tanks (something that brings out the flourescents extremely well) what are some good options. I will be getting a 250w set up for a 36g corner tank. And I'm...
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    Heater Water Level

    Quick question... I just received a couple Jager 75w heaters today. I noticed that they have a minimum water level and maximum water level merely 1" or so apart. This caused me to think... "no problem keeping the heater in that range... but what if the sump level rose due to a power failure?"...
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    150w or 250w?

    Seems like I answer my own question when I ask myself. But I have some of the greatest arguments with myself. So I'll ask you too. I have a 36g corner tank... 21" tall. Would you put a 150w or 250w MH over it? I can do the math... 150w is over 4w per gallon. Should be plenty for SPS or...
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    AquaFuge & Nitrates/Phosphates

    I've been contemplating whether to do a display refugium or a HOB refugium. It would be cheaper to do the HOB... and save on some space as well. I did a search on them and most seem happy with these. However, I would like to know if AquaFuge users are knocking their nitrates and phosphates...
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    What do you think of this?

    Hey guys!! I'm calling this a nano tank because it's kind of 2-nano tanks. I have been planning this reef system for quite some time for a number of reasons. Mainly because I'm too short on money right now to get it started. But I would love any feedback as I test your visualizing skills...
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    Setting up a 36g Corner Reef

    Ok, today I'm starting a 36g Corner Reef tank. I purchased the tank a couple days ago and have it placed in my corner of the office. I am putting some sand from the playground down the street into the tank this morning. Don't worry, I'm rinsing it first so it's clean. Then I'll stretch the...
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    Bare Bottom vs Sand Bed

    As I plan my purchase for a 135g tank in the upcoming new year... My curiosity was peaked when reading GrouperGenius' 90 Reef thread. He's going BB. It brought to my attention the possibility of doing the same thing to my tank. I have always had CC or a sand bed in my tanks. What is the...
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    Glasscages???

    I have done quite a lot of searching the forums to come up with some information on these tanks. I also sent a few of you pm's who own or owned one of these. I stumbled along glasscages.com today while surfing the web for a new tank. I'm looking for something around 135g. I found their prices...
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    Reef Ready 135g Typical Cost???

    I was wondering what a reef ready 135g starphire glass tank with oak stand and canopy typically costs at a LFS. Anyone have one of these, or maybe something relatively close in size? I ask because I stumbled upon a website that makes their own and allows you to customize it. I thought the...
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    Hamilton MH???

    Are the Hamilton MH retro fits good lighting systems? I'm just planning ahead on my 135g. I noticed a coule odd things about them... they don't come with a cooling fan??? They don't come with a lens? Seems kind of odd that you have to DIY on those two items. I would be new to MH lighting...
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    46 Bow Reef Set up in DFW, Tx area

    Here is my live stock list: Hi! I have a great reef set up for someone who is looking to set up a reef system. Here's the deal... 60lbs of LR (w/ great pink & purple coraline & little frags all over) 30lbs LS green, red, green centered and other assorted zoos assorted mushrooms (some beautiful...
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    46 Bow Reef for sale in DFW, Tx

    Hi! I have a great reef set up for someone who is looking to set up a reef system. Here's the deal... 60lbs of LR (w/ great pink & purple coraline) 30lbs LS green, red, green centered and other assorted zoos assorted mushrooms (some beautiful fuzzies), GSP, leather finger, leather toadstool...
  15. frankthetank

    Plastic Hose clamps???

    Where in the *** do I get plastic hose clamps to go on my return pump in the sump? I currently have a stainless steel clamp which is rusting. I went to Lowe's and auto zone and had no luck. ?????
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    Equipment for 135g tank?

    Ok, I'm like a kid in a toy store here. I'm looking into a bigger tank in the next few months... Thinking 135g or so in size. Basically a 6 footer.1. I have a Aqua C Urchin protein skimmer on my 46g. I like to stick with brands I know and have confidence in. So anyone have experience with...
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    Live Rock from SWF.com?

    Curious to how nice this rock is? I'm looking forward to setting up a 135g tank probably early next year. I'd like to buy over a 100 pounds up front, and swf.com has a nice rate on the figi lr. Is it nice shapes? Not giant boulders? Just curious. It's always worrisome when you're buying...
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    Leather Finger and Toadstool struggling

    My leather finger and toadstool are struggling the last week or so. My finger has been a beautiful leather with tons of tiny stars all over him. But 2 weeks ago I bought a toadstool. Within 24 hours he had all his tentacles out flowing around and just looked beautiful. But all of a sudden in...
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    First water change with new fuge?

    Ok, I got my fuge up and running last week and haven't had one problem. Now I'm ready for about a 6 gallon water change. What's the process with a fuge? I have a U tube overflow box and I didn't know if I was to drain from the DT and then add new water to the DT or if I drain from the return...
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    Larger Reef Tank

    I'm already thinking ahead on getting a larger reef tank. I was thinking of getting something about 5 feet long. I was guessing something like a 125 or so. No matter I think I want to stay to the 5 feet length. I currently have a 46g that I would love to move everything into the bigger tank...
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