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Sorry, I think we all disagree with SwampKid. I think Luke said it well with "RODI Unit > LFS RODI > Waterfill Place> Tapwater" Add to that...
I agree on not rushing..... I most often regret it when I do.... M
Some thoughts... detrius on the bottom... potential causes... 1) poor flow, detrius sinking to the bottom and collecting versus going to overflow....
What are your water parameters??? Particularly nitrate and phosphate?? M
Excerpted from this article PAR is probably one of the most important considerations along with the related Useful Light Energy, Lumens per Watt,...
I read a few thing in that thread.... 1) Solution to heat problem doesn't necessarily mean new lights. There are several fan options that can...
If at all possible, use RO/DI water. You can buy an RO/DI filter or buy the water from the fish store. M
I love a hobby with SO MANY opinions on EVERYTHING. I am attempting the SIMPLE task of replacing my T5 bulbs and augmenting lights for my 130...
Thought others might be interested in it. M Aquarium Lighting; Kelvin, Nanometers, PAR, Bulb, Watt, MH, LED, Light Basics.
Looks like a great fixture for the price, but I can't find it for sale anywhere.... M
I am following AZDesertRat, 5-6". M
I do not use any mechanical filtration at all. Things like filter socks also trap coepods and stuff that I want in the water column. Plus, you are...
Live Sand first.... Sand in your display tank is a matter of preference. Some folks run one inch.... some folks run 3-4 inches. There are pro's...
I have an AC Jr and love it. I have a temp and pH probe and control 8 outlets. 1) controlling a few more plugs would be nice. 2) user interface...
Might want to add this to your reading
I'd look at both phosphates and whether you are over feeding. M
Agree with the above referencing ditching the filters and going refugium/sump and skimmer. Need to understand his situation and goals though to be...
Reading Telgar's links is a great starting place. Best quote that I ever read was that this isn't so much about keeping fish or keeping corals, it...
First welcome to 3reef. This is the right place to get help. You bring up a lot of questions. I'll take a stab at some of them but others will...
Make sure it is a fairly open weave screen. Tight enough to keep the critters out but not so tight that it impedes water flow. M
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