Rebound from total disaster !

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  1. sssnake

    sssnake Montipora Digitata

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    A couple of months ago my tank crashed with only one survivor. I vowed that I would not be defeated and would give it a second go.

    Here's the thread:

    http://www.3reef.com/forums/algae/total-disaster-everything-gone-40231.html

    So, I started the cleaning process:

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    So I just wanted to share some pics of what my tank looks like today. The only upgrade I made was to buy new lights.

    Started on April.14.2007:

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    and my two new friends:

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  3. geekdafied

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    geekdafied 3reef Sponsor

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    Im in the process of reworking a tank right now, taking a break from it to be on here.
     
  5. omard

    omard Gnarly Old Codfish

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    Very very nice recovery. Can imagine the pain and suffering this disaster has caused.


    I had just ordered some of the "Ultralife" Red Slime Remover...when I came accross your post.

    Am glad now I elected not to use it.

    Vigorous vacuuming and water changes have about cured my red slime problem.

    That warning "NOTE: May effect ph and oxygen levels" is pretty nebulous :confused: --- How were you supposed to prepare for that, especially after hearing others report successful results?

    I think a lawsuit would not be out of order. :p
     
  6. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    I ran an airstone in the tank any time I had to use this type of chemical.

    PS. Glad to see you up and running again sssnake. :)