Guides for New Hobbyists
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mr. limpid
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Originally Posted by meowzer http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496191
WOWWWWW...I just got caught up... LOL
Just like a novel I read the beginning and the end, missed all the meat in the middle.
Originally Posted by meowzer http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496191
WOWWWWW...I just got caught up... LOL
Just like a novel I read the beginning and the end, missed all the meat in the middle.
2quills
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Originally Posted by florida joe http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496177
he as to be sure he has the gasket on the right side of the glass
I'd wondered the same at first and then I thought that surely, Shawn knows where to put the gasket. He only has several holes drilled on the tank with bulkheads in them already that aren't leaking. Pretty sure it's cracked, he said he can see the gap open up when he threads to fitting into the back of it.
Originally Posted by florida joe http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496177
he as to be sure he has the gasket on the right side of the glass
I'd wondered the same at first and then I thought that surely, Shawn knows where to put the gasket. He only has several holes drilled on the tank with bulkheads in them already that aren't leaking. Pretty sure it's cracked, he said he can see the gap open up when he threads to fitting into the back of it.
florida joe
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Originally Posted by spanko http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496182
So my friend, when looking at the glass which is the right and which is the left???????
Yes dear henry I said to myself after I posted that I should have said figuratively not literally but I am getting so lazy
Originally Posted by spanko http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496182
So my friend, when looking at the glass which is the right and which is the left???????
Yes dear henry I said to myself after I posted that I should have said figuratively not literally but I am getting so lazy
florida joe
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Originally Posted by Mr. Limpid http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496193
Just like a novel I read the beginning and the end, missed all the meat in the middle.
thats somthing Lois NEVER misses
Originally Posted by Mr. Limpid http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496193
Just like a novel I read the beginning and the end, missed all the meat in the middle.
thats somthing Lois NEVER misses
meowzer
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Originally Posted by florida joe http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496220
thats somthing Lois NEVER misses
Man I have missed you
Originally Posted by florida joe http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496220
thats somthing Lois NEVER misses
Man I have missed you
florida joe
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Originally Posted by meowzer http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3496240
Man I have missed you
Same here sweet potato I guess there is only one thing to do
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyXsaE_Pz_4
Originally Posted by meowzer http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3496240
Man I have missed you
Same here sweet potato I guess there is only one thing to do
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyXsaE_Pz_4
acrylic51
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Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496195
I'd wondered the same at first and then I thought that surely, Shawn knows where to put the gasket. He only has several holes drilled on the tank with bulkheads in them already that aren't leaking. Pretty sure it's cracked, he said he can see the gap open up when he threads to fitting into the back of it.
Honestly no clue as to what's going on.....I buy all my bulkheads from them and have put my fair share of bulkheads in over the years.....
Gasket is on the correct side, but the issue lies in the backside of the bulkhead that is threaded, I'm screwing in a threaded 90. The first bulkhead I might admit to putting a bit to much.....(had the pliers handy.....), but the 2nd bulkhead I realized my mistake and went hand tight.....I know dang well I'm not that strong, and the fitting isn't even close to being bottomed out.......Both bulkheads are cracked in the same general area from the end of the bulkhead and splits about 3/4"......I thought the past couple times I ordered bulkheads they looked a bit rough or poor production, but starting to think that they are just crappy.....Might try my other source Savko......
FYI I have reversed bulkheads in the past due to space issues and had no problems with leaks.....Not in a pressure issue such as this use though....
Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/120#post_3496195
I'd wondered the same at first and then I thought that surely, Shawn knows where to put the gasket. He only has several holes drilled on the tank with bulkheads in them already that aren't leaking. Pretty sure it's cracked, he said he can see the gap open up when he threads to fitting into the back of it.
Honestly no clue as to what's going on.....I buy all my bulkheads from them and have put my fair share of bulkheads in over the years.....
FYI I have reversed bulkheads in the past due to space issues and had no problems with leaks.....Not in a pressure issue such as this use though....
snakeblitz33
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I know glass holes overflow bulkheads are installed backwards from what you should actually install them, but mine came with two gaskets and some magic lube. I love that magic lube stuff... and it didn't really take all that much to get a really good seal.
acrylic51
Active Member
Seth.....Magic lube......
I solved the bulkhead issue....I'd have to say bottom line poor quality bulkheads.....Sched 80 should have been a little better....I broke down and bought local here Spears sched 80 and honestly a bit of a difference between the 2. What I know now, wouldn't buy other than Spears.....Installed the Spears identical as the previous and no issues.....
snakeblitz33
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snakeblitz33
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Just wanted to give this thread another bump. 
snakeblitz33
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Bump for all you new hobbyists!
snakeblitz33
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Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3500232
Seth have you done a discussion on Co2 scrubbers for skimmers......The winter months are upon some of us......
I wish I could, but honestly, I know nothing about the subject. Maybe you could help us??
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Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3500233
And your method for euthanizing fish.
LOL, yeah, I guess so.
Thanks for the suggestions guys.
Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3500232
Seth have you done a discussion on Co2 scrubbers for skimmers......The winter months are upon some of us......
I wish I could, but honestly, I know nothing about the subject. Maybe you could help us??
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Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3500233
And your method for euthanizing fish.
LOL, yeah, I guess so.
Thanks for the suggestions guys.
florida joe
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Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3500233
And your method for euthanizing fish.
https://forums.saltwaterfish.com/t/379634/most-humane-way-to-euthanize-a-fish
Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/388776/guides-for-new-hobbyists/140#post_3500233
And your method for euthanizing fish.
https://forums.saltwaterfish.com/t/379634/most-humane-way-to-euthanize-a-fish
snakeblitz33
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Yeah, joe. I use clove oil for euthanizing fish too. Thats what 2quills was referring to.
snakeblitz33
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Just wanted to give this thread a bump for the new hobbyists on the boards recently.
snakeblitz33
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I see a lot of new screen names on the boards! I just wanted to bump this thread for the new hobbyists!