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One thing I've learned is, "you get what you pay for". Especially with lighting, that is not something you want to take shortcuts with because it...
Nice setup! I would think it's ok to add some fish if you've been ghost feeding an haven't had any ammonia/nitrate spikes. You might get an algae...
Depending on the amount of food you add you will probably see ammonia spike. The amount of time it takes to "disappear" depends on the bacteria...
You should see the ammonia spike after feeding... The question is how quickly it gets broken down.
+1 - patience is key... I'd rather see you wait a little longer and be sure the tank is stable than have issues start to arise after you've added...
I would use the advice Corailline gave just to ensure that the tank can handle decay. If it can't handle some food breakdown, it probably won't be...
Glad to see you got it skimming properly. Adjusting skimmers can be difficult but once you get it working just keep some kind of note as to how high...
I would get into the normal weekly water change of about 10 - 15% but it really depends on your system IMO. You could start with a small cleanup...
Sure sounds like Coralline to me, do you have any pics?
I would say 10 - 20% water change wouldn't hurt. Just my opinion, not sure if there is a definite answer to that question though.
I would say if you're suspicious stop using it to be safe. You can always use other ways of attaching coral to rock. Try using fishing line or...
Welcome! Glad to see you're switching to saltwater. I can't wait to see your tank progress and you couldn't be at a better place to get your...
I have researched the GSP over the past few months while I was planning this tank. What you said is one of the main things people said about it,...
Agree with you 100%. I got this tank size because I wanted it to fit on my work desk. Since I'm at this desk at least 40 hours a week (usually...
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll have to look into those. My tank is currently only 5 days old and cycling. I might add those once my tank is...
Running Carbon during cycle? I realize carbon removes certain nutrients from the water, but I'm wondering if that would have a negative impact on...
Yes, I mis-spoke... I have premixed water for water changes and I have a side container of fresh RO/DI water for topoff. I've been testing with my...
I'm somewhat handy, thanks for the link. That has everything needed for a custom DIY topoff. Whenever I can afford to get my big tank going I am...
I've been keeping a close watch on the tank as a whole, I have actually noticed the evaporation is minimal even with the fan. I do have a lid but...
Very nice setup! Can't wait to see how it progresses.
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