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  1. jwilson

    An introduction and question on substrate

    Hmm... thanks Ocenasidefish; I was guessing at tha sump size, so after your post I did a quick look/calculation. Total sump dimensions are 36"x18"x16.5"High, with the lower baffle at 10.88". So I guess it's 30 gallon working capacity with 45 gallon overflow capacity. Assuming your advice ends...
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    Tank Lights On or Off When Cycling for the First Time?

    General consensus that I have read is off for the first week or two, then on. This is to help prevent algae blooms.
  3. jwilson

    How long?????

    Filtration should be ok as you have live rock taking care of a lot of that, and you can always do a partial water change if needed. Everything should be ok with whatever minimal ambient lighting for a while too. The real big issues are de-oxygenation and water movement, and depending on where...
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    An introduction and question on substrate

    Hi all, First let me start with an introduction. My name is Jim, I am a former SW tank owner from back in the early 80’s when SW fish keeping was FW with salt in it and a sand bed with plenum/under gravel filter. That experience was great but bachelorhood, moving and fishkeeping were a...
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