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If the Kalk is not quite enough you get get a little more in there with vinegar. You'll just have to try it and see how much your corals suck up....
You can use both. Most people the Kalk is not enough as they don't evaporate enough water but it depends on the coral load. More than a light coral...
Another reason I like a Calcium reactor.
It would be nice if Apex came out with one. Saves $100.
Make sure you check out the pics on page two of his turkey squirter/sucker. :)
Looks like an underwater paradise. Nice job!
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Looking for a better way to vacuum detritus I came across this thread over at RC: (Sounds like a good idea) So, I know 'nothing is new under...
I've been dosing Prodibio for a few weeks now. Gcarrol are you still using prodibio and biopellets? I'm thinking about getting a biopellet reactor....
If you have some algae then it's probably not zero. Take a sample to a store and have them check.
Are you sure those are Picassos?
I have the Reef Octopus CR3000D. It has been a breeze to set up and tune. I also have the carbon doser regulator which is great.. from my reading...
Switch to Reef Crystals or Red sea Pro coral. Instant Ocean is geared more toward a fish only tank. Reef Crystals which is made by the same people...
Most likely this is an Alk/Calcium/Mag issue. Have you tested the fresh mixed salt? What brand salt? If you only have a few corals I agree that...
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Some refractometers are designed to be calibrated with the fluid and some with RO water. The one I have that calibrates with RO shows 35ppm when...
I saw one at our frag swap that was banana yellow. The wanted $120 for it but it was very unique and bright.
Are you corals growing? As they grow they should be using calcium. If the corals are growing and calcium is staying the same I guess it depends on...
If the salt not dissolving was the problem you would be able to see the salt. Normally you want to leave fresh mixed sit for a while because the PH...
That could work but sounds like it would just end up being a huge pain in the butt. a plastic knitting screen might be an option since strands of...
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