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  1. AZDesertRat
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    RODI problems

    Don't waste your money on a flush kit, it is not the same as a DI bypass valve which actually does do something. ALL membranes suffer from TDS...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 10, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  2. AZDesertRat
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    RODI problems

    You said you have a handheld TDS meter, yu have everything you need. Get yourself a clear glass drinking water glass, wash it by hand in very hot...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 9, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  3. AZDesertRat
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    RODI problems

    You need good handheld TDS meter, not an inline which is not temperature compensated and not as accurate, plus they are dedicated to only two places...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 8, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  4. AZDesertRat
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    RODI problems

    No one can say how long your DI will last, its impossible since everyones water conditions are different. There are so many variables like water...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 8, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  5. AZDesertRat
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    Missing over flow grate

    Go to the hobby or craft store and buy a sheet of the plastic mesh they use for needlepoint. You can easily trim it to fit with a pair of heavy...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 5, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  6. AZDesertRat
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    Would you change your RO filter and DI resin if....

    It is expensive initially but my calculations show it paid for itself after the second year of usage. The savings in replacement filters, membranes...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 3, 2014 in forum: Water Chemistry
  7. AZDesertRat
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    Would you change your RO filter and DI resin if....

    I have been using the Spectrapure MaxCap UHE-100 for the last 6 years. Prior to that I had a MaxCap dual membrane and before that a MaxCap 90. Prior...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 3, 2014 in forum: Water Chemistry
  8. AZDesertRat
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    Would you change your RO filter and DI resin if....

    Try borrowing a good handheld TDS meter from a friend or fellow reef club member for a comparison. It is possible DI could last that long with your...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 3, 2014 in forum: Water Chemistry
  9. AZDesertRat
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    Would you change your RO filter and DI resin if....

    What are you testing with and what is your methodology? I find this very suspect. First off a RO membrane is a 90-98% efficient device so you...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 3, 2014 in forum: Water Chemistry
  10. AZDesertRat
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    water question

    Always use distilled if you cannot find RO/DI, it is the next best thing. Many purified waters are either RO only or may have things added back to it...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Feb 1, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  11. AZDesertRat
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    Good bacteria

    I use some of the tank water I have removed for a water change to rinse the detritus out without killing the beneficial bacteria then place it back...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 31, 2014 in forum: Water Chemistry
  12. AZDesertRat
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    Powerhead with cords outside of tank?

    Yes the Jebao's come with controllers standard. The adjustability is great with like 11 different settings or modes and speed ranges. I originally...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 31, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  13. AZDesertRat
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    purified water

    Water is the single largest ingredient in a reef system and everything depends on its quality and its stability. My thoughts are wait until you have...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 31, 2014 in forum: New To The Hobby
  14. AZDesertRat
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    Powerhead with cords outside of tank?

    Vortechs are the only ones but they are very expensive. VorTech ™ MP10 | EcoTech Marine There are DC powered pumps that you can vary the speed...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 31, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  15. AZDesertRat
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    on the fence about Calcium Reactor guidance please

    Calcium reactors are as close to plug and play as it gets when done right. I have never had problems with either of mine in 10 years of use. Taking...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 26, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  16. AZDesertRat
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    on the fence about Calcium Reactor guidance please

    You would not need a second pH probe. Your RKL probe will fit in the port on the reactor. The "port" is a compression fitting that the probe sticks...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 26, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  17. AZDesertRat
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    on the fence about Calcium Reactor guidance please

    Yes you will need to pH probe and SL-1 module to go along with the RKL. This is how I control my Geo calcium reactor after selling my old Milwaukee...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 26, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
  18. AZDesertRat
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    Chiller recommendations?

    Fans are your best friend, you can easily lower the temperature 5 degrees or more with a simple clip on fan over the sump or display. The downside is...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 23, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    RODI question

    Try to use the system at least every 10-14 days and make at least 3-5 gallons or more at a time so it stays well flushed. If you don't have...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 18, 2014 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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    80 degrees too warm?

    Stability in an enclosed glass box is different that stability in the oceans with an endless supply of water changes. In your aquarium when the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jan 2, 2014 in forum: General Reef Topics
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