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Ok so I got my refractometer. Calibrated it with the suggested distilled water. I took my reading and it is at 1.027. I'm guessing it needs to be...
From the looks of everyones response it appears an inaccurate SG might be the culprit. I guess I'm needing a refractometer for accuracy. Guess...
Sorry forgot to add Salt type is Reef Crystals.
Im using Salifert test kits. I also bought a AP kit to see if my Salifert kit was bad but they both read very high. I am using RO/DI water....
I'm getting readings way higher than whats on the chart. I dont feel like Ive added that much to the tank. Ive tested with more than one kit....
I would go with 3 mardi gras cups rather than 2. ;D Next thing you know thats going to become a standard measuring device!
I think the down the street pet stores are better in general because Petco doesnt know how to take care of their tanks as well in my opinion. I'm...
In regards to the filter. I am glad you are already thinking ahead and going for a 20-30g. Please make sure you get a sump that can handle what you...
The way I look at this is there are 2 concerns. I understand the reasoning behind not cleaning out the fuge. If there are aptasia already there I...
I wouldnt let things build up. I'd recommend cleaning it out so you are sure your not fostering nutrients in your sump.
I would also check your sponges as they work off the same principal as your bio balls where they become nitrate factories.
A refugium would bolster your filtration. A lot depends on your tank parameters and what you are trying to grow. If you dont have any problems I...
I see live rock but no live rock rubble. Smaller chunks will allow for more rock to be added since you wont have to deal with the shapes and sizes...
A couple things...You dont have enough live rock. You need at least 1 pound per gallon. Your media balls are a nitrate factory. I personally...
Thanks for trying the bulbs and posting shots. I also like the fact that you did pictures of other combos so we could see the differences. For me...
Did you have to mod it in any way to hang it this way?
Mine is of my retired ADA 75p planted tank.
I'm not sure if it would grow algae any faster than it would if it was above. I know you will lose some light due to having it shining through...
This may not be a possibility but can the rockwork be rearranged? If so the damsel may have to reestablish territory and give the clown a chance....
Hell Yeah!
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