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  1. AZDesertRat
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    I don't want to add PRIME directly to my tank right?

    I certainly hope not for his sake and sanity. Sounds like a newbie and tap water is a surefire way to turn off a new hobbyist in a hurry. Fighting...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 3, 2009 in forum: Water Chemistry
  2. AZDesertRat
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    I don't want to add PRIME directly to my tank right?

    Why are you adding it to start with? What are you trying to achieve?
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 3, 2009 in forum: Water Chemistry
  3. AZDesertRat
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    heater choices

    Yep, thats the one. I've been using them a little over 6 years now and have been very happy with their accuracy.
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  4. AZDesertRat
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    heater choices

    I second the Via Aqua Titaniums.
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  5. AZDesertRat
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    Decided i need to get RO unit, Suggestions?

    At $129 its not near the value as the Pro Plus though. Lower quality prefilter, carbon block and an untreated membrane for one. It also does not...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  6. AZDesertRat
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    reef keeper lite ???

    I have the RKL level 3 which I guess they now call the Plus. The level 1 will control the 4 outlets that come with it plus monitor and control...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  7. AZDesertRat
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    Decided i need to get RO unit, Suggestions?

    I have five 5G plastic drinking water jugs I keep full all the time for water changes besides the 23 gallon Rubbermaid can for my topoff reservoir....
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  8. AZDesertRat
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    Decided i need to get RO unit, Suggestions?

    Nothing comes close to Spectrapure when it comes to reef quality RO/DI systems. SpectraPure Customer Appreciation SALE! 20% - 50% off The Pro...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  9. AZDesertRat
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    does aquasafe really make tap water safe?

    Water conditioners remove free chlorine and bind the ammonia, thats about it. They do absolutely nothing to improve water quality. Take a look at...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  10. AZDesertRat
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    Gas exchange and wood canopy?

    Not as long as it is vented. I have a fully enclosed canopy on my 100G reef system and have two 4" computer fans, one in each end blowing in to cool...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: Water Chemistry
  11. AZDesertRat
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    Coralife Power Strip/Timer Replacement?

    I second the Reefkeeper Lite L1 at $99 complete.
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 2, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  12. AZDesertRat
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    Sump fills up when pump is turned off....

    It still requires cleaning the sponge, periodic inspections and maintenance. Even some algae or flake food can plug it. Its a false sense of...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 1, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  13. AZDesertRat
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    Sump fills up when pump is turned off....

    NEVER rely on check valves in reef aquaria. A simple grain of sand can defeat it. Remember, it does not have to be a catastrophic failure, even a...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 1, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  14. AZDesertRat
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    power head

    The Koralias are hard to beat for price and performance. They move a ton of water for very little power consumption and are pretty compact in size...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 1, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  15. AZDesertRat
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    Sump fills up when pump is turned off....

    Place the returns just slightly below the surface so once a very small, easily calculated amount of water back siphons it breaks suction and quits....
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 1, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  16. AZDesertRat
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    Sump/Refuge Design

    And I am just the opposite, I gave up dosing 5+ years ago for a calcium reactor and would never think of going back to dosing. Different opinions and...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Dec 1, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  17. AZDesertRat
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    Sump Plumbing Questions

    I prefer the first picture. Valves for throttling have no business in an overflow line leading to the sump, other than completely closed for...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Nov 30, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  18. AZDesertRat
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    Sump Plumbing Questions

    Even with my barbed adapter I still find most of my flow goes down rather than horizontal. What you don't see is inside the 1"x1/2" tee, I bored out...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Nov 30, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  19. AZDesertRat
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    Teflon tape?

    Tape is OK but I much prefer the stick type PVC pipe lubricants like this one: LA-CO: Product Detail - PLASTO-JOINT STIK® - Plastic Thread Sealant...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Nov 28, 2009 in forum: General Reef Topics
  20. AZDesertRat
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    Sump/Refuge Design

    Seems very complicated to me which usually leads to problems. Keep it as simple as possible is my suggestion. I would eliminate the two 10 gallon...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Nov 28, 2009 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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