iyachtuxivm
Member
I second all those. Im in Pruess weekly, if kirby dosnt see me He thinks there is something wrong!
Never been to aquarium warehouse would it be worth the trip?
240g in wall shallow reef build
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jpa0741
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Originally Posted by iyachtuxivm
http:///forum/post/2939681
I second all those. Im in Pruess weekly, if kirby dosnt see me He thinks there is something wrong!
Never been to aquarium warehouse would it be worth the trip?
We are very lucky to have places like Pruess and Tropicorium close to home. I would say Aquarium Warehouse is not worth the drive from flint. If your close by they are worth checking out from time to time.
http:///forum/post/2939681
I second all those. Im in Pruess weekly, if kirby dosnt see me He thinks there is something wrong!
We are very lucky to have places like Pruess and Tropicorium close to home. I would say Aquarium Warehouse is not worth the drive from flint. If your close by they are worth checking out from time to time.
iyachtuxivm
Member
I dont get out that way too often but if I do ill check it out. Have you ever gone to Mobys in waterford?
jpa0741
Member
Originally Posted by iyachtuxivm
http:///forum/post/2940050
I dont get out that way too often but if I do ill check it out. Have you ever gone to Mobys in waterford?
No. I have heard some pretty good things about it. I don't know if it is worth the drive, seeing how I live 5min from Tropicorium. You have been there haven't you?
http:///forum/post/2940050
I dont get out that way too often but if I do ill check it out. Have you ever gone to Mobys in waterford?
No. I have heard some pretty good things about it. I don't know if it is worth the drive, seeing how I live 5min from Tropicorium. You have been there haven't you?
jpa0741
Member
Frag tank is complete (Thanks Deb for the crazy fast shipping!). I am running a XM-20k SE bulb with the HQI (m80) ballast. It should have some good par. Although I know the bulb will only last about 6 months. I had this bulb laying around, brand new so I thought I would try it for now.
Couple questions.
1. The reflector came with a glass shield. Will using it cut down on par? I am running a SE bulb so I know it is not needed.
2. I have a couple bags of sand left from my build. Would there be any advantages or disadvantages in putting it on the bottom of the frag tank?
Couple questions.
1. The reflector came with a glass shield. Will using it cut down on par? I am running a SE bulb so I know it is not needed.
2. I have a couple bags of sand left from my build. Would there be any advantages or disadvantages in putting it on the bottom of the frag tank?
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cmaxwell39
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Very nice. You should have a lot of room to grow frags out that way. That looks like it will be a sweet setup.
braydonosu
Member
I'm not an expert, but I wouldn't think that there would be any problem with putting the sand in the frag tank. As long as all that flow you have in there would create a sand storm... the added sand should only help with more area for bacteria to grow. JMO
jpa0741
Member
Originally Posted by braydonosu
http:///forum/post/2940841
I'm not an expert, but I wouldn't think that there would be any problem with putting the sand in the frag tank. As long as all that flow you have in there would create a sand storm... the added sand should only help with more area for bacteria to grow. JMO
I did decide to add the sand. I heard a couple got points. One it will help reflect the light instead of the black tub absorbing it. Plus I would probably need to siphon out detrius without it. With the sand, all the criiters in it will eat it. Also I will add a cleanup crew to help keep the sand clean. Plus I am still deciding if I might add a wrasse to help control any pests that might come in on any frags. Most of these kinds of wrasses like a sandbed. I put some rock infront of the sand bed to help it from getting blown all around.
http:///forum/post/2940841
I'm not an expert, but I wouldn't think that there would be any problem with putting the sand in the frag tank. As long as all that flow you have in there would create a sand storm... the added sand should only help with more area for bacteria to grow. JMO
I did decide to add the sand. I heard a couple got points. One it will help reflect the light instead of the black tub absorbing it. Plus I would probably need to siphon out detrius without it. With the sand, all the criiters in it will eat it. Also I will add a cleanup crew to help keep the sand clean. Plus I am still deciding if I might add a wrasse to help control any pests that might come in on any frags. Most of these kinds of wrasses like a sandbed. I put some rock infront of the sand bed to help it from getting blown all around.
jpa0741
Member
Originally Posted by cmaxwell39
http:///forum/post/2940826
Very nice. You should have a lot of room to grow frags out that way. That looks like it will be a sweet setup.
I am going to grow out alot of zoas and SPS frags from my display. I am going to have to keep my eye out for a couple sweet looking clams (Maxima or Crocea). Viewing clams from the top down is the best.
http:///forum/post/2940826
Very nice. You should have a lot of room to grow frags out that way. That looks like it will be a sweet setup.
I am going to grow out alot of zoas and SPS frags from my display. I am going to have to keep my eye out for a couple sweet looking clams (Maxima or Crocea). Viewing clams from the top down is the best.
veni vidi vici
Active Member
jpa i don't know how ive missed your tank but i have and im glad i found it.You have a outstanding setup,and unfortunately for my wife im now considering a shallow reef build. Everything about you build is awesome.I really like the depth and the rockscape along with the top notch arrangement and equipment. Great job man!
sman
Member
I had no idea you were in MI! Im in flint also and frequent moby
[hr]
or preuss almost every weekend, good friends with kirby and jake down there. Is it bad they sent me a handwritten christmas card? Haha. I was just wondering what you thought of the tropicorium? I have a co worker thats also into salt and said it was neat. Also dont think Ive been to any of the other places you listed, any of them worth the trip?
[hr]
or preuss almost every weekend, good friends with kirby and jake down there. Is it bad they sent me a handwritten christmas card? Haha. I was just wondering what you thought of the tropicorium? I have a co worker thats also into salt and said it was neat. Also dont think Ive been to any of the other places you listed, any of them worth the trip?
jpa0741
Member
Originally Posted by sman
http:///forum/post/2941162
I had no idea you were in MI! Im in flint also and frequent moby
[hr]
or preuss almost every weekend, good friends with kirby and jake down there. Is it bad they sent me a handwritten christmas card? Haha. I was just wondering what you thought of the tropicorium? I have a co worker thats also into salt and said it was neat. Also dont think Ive been to any of the other places you listed, any of them worth the trip?
Tropicorium is not as fancy as Pruess, but it is a must see. They have one of the largest coral prop system probably in the country. It is more of a greenhouse setting. Their prices can be a little high. You can spend hours in there.
Choice, Pet connection and Fish Doctors are all great for. They all have decent coral selection.
http:///forum/post/2941162
I had no idea you were in MI! Im in flint also and frequent moby
[hr]
or preuss almost every weekend, good friends with kirby and jake down there. Is it bad they sent me a handwritten christmas card? Haha. I was just wondering what you thought of the tropicorium? I have a co worker thats also into salt and said it was neat. Also dont think Ive been to any of the other places you listed, any of them worth the trip?
Tropicorium is not as fancy as Pruess, but it is a must see. They have one of the largest coral prop system probably in the country. It is more of a greenhouse setting. Their prices can be a little high. You can spend hours in there.
Choice, Pet connection and Fish Doctors are all great for. They all have decent coral selection.
iyachtuxivm
Member
Originally Posted by jpa0741
http:///forum/post/2940058
No. I have heard some pretty good things about it. I don't know if it is worth the drive, seeing how I live 5min from Tropicorium. You have been there haven't you?
I have been to tropicorium and really like it. Joe usually hooks me up pretty good. If your in the area stop in at mobys.I wouldnt make a special trip its too far for you.
http:///forum/post/2940058
No. I have heard some pretty good things about it. I don't know if it is worth the drive, seeing how I live 5min from Tropicorium. You have been there haven't you?
I have been to tropicorium and really like it. Joe usually hooks me up pretty good. If your in the area stop in at mobys.I wouldnt make a special trip its too far for you.
iyachtuxivm
Member
Originally Posted by sman
http:///forum/post/2941162
I had no idea you were in MI! Im in flint also and frequent moby
[hr]
or preuss almost every weekend, good friends with kirby and jake down there. Is it bad they sent me a handwritten christmas card? Haha. I was just wondering what you thought of the tropicorium? I have a co worker thats also into salt and said it was neat. Also dont think Ive been to any of the other places you listed, any of them worth the trip?
That funny I got one too
. I havent seen Jake in a while.
http:///forum/post/2941162
I had no idea you were in MI! Im in flint also and frequent moby
[hr]
or preuss almost every weekend, good friends with kirby and jake down there. Is it bad they sent me a handwritten christmas card? Haha. I was just wondering what you thought of the tropicorium? I have a co worker thats also into salt and said it was neat. Also dont think Ive been to any of the other places you listed, any of them worth the trip?
That funny I got one too
jpa0741
Member
Originally Posted by iyachtuxivm
http:///forum/post/2941324
That funny I got one too
. I havent seen Jake in a while.
If I didn't live 2 hours away I would be getting a card too. I still make it out there every month or so.
http:///forum/post/2941324
That funny I got one too
If I didn't live 2 hours away I would be getting a card too. I still make it out there every month or so.
iyachtuxivm
Member
Thats how I feel about tropicorium. I have gotten there in about 1.5 hours. But man you gotta watch the undercover Dodge cop patrol on 275 a few miles before Sibley exit.
king_neptune
Active Member
how is that RDSB doing? you feel it was a good addition?
jpa0741
Member
Originally Posted by King_Neptune
http:///forum/post/2943229
how is that RDSB doing? you feel it was a good addition?
I never ended up using it. After more research I found them not be as productive as I was hoping.
http:///forum/post/2943229
how is that RDSB doing? you feel it was a good addition?
I never ended up using it. After more research I found them not be as productive as I was hoping.
king_neptune
Active Member
I kinda had a thought for those things.
Pipe in the water from the bottom.
Have a tube running up the center with holes covered by screen to let water pass, but not sand.
Put a cap at the top to force pressure to make the water "flow" into the sand.
You could have a return drain funnel it back into your sump once it reaches the top.
This would force the water evenly throughout the system.
Should increase its productivity.
And your frag tank, how is it coming along?
Pipe in the water from the bottom.
Have a tube running up the center with holes covered by screen to let water pass, but not sand.
Put a cap at the top to force pressure to make the water "flow" into the sand.
You could have a return drain funnel it back into your sump once it reaches the top.
This would force the water evenly throughout the system.
Should increase its productivity.
And your frag tank, how is it coming along?