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    Replacing bulbs

    I used to run a Coralife 65W 10000K/460 combo CF on my 20G tank. When the ballast burned out, I replaced it with my 70W HQI with 14000k bulb. I was...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: Reef Lighting
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    Does your aquarium have enough water circulation?

    Hmmm... My 20G: has a Fluval 304 for 260gph, which is closer to 200 after 2' head. A Koralia Nano 240gph and a Seio for 620gph. I think that has...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: 3reef Site Polls
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    skimmate color??

    I cover my nose with my shirt when I clean the skimmate cup. That ish stinks! I was at my LFS when they were cleaning their tower and you could...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: Protein Skimmers
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    HELP! MH 250W Bulb broke in fixture

    I can't stand when service "professionals" don't care after they get their money. The best way to get back at these types of professionals is to...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: ASAP
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    my DIY - 10g fuge...

    I got my 6 stage RO/DI off ebay for $120, it pushed like 80GPD. It works well, TDS of 10ppm. That is a bit more important than a fuge in my opinion.
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: I made this!
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    uv steriliser

    I completely agree. The beneficial bacteria in the tank is mainly seeded in the sump via wet/dry media and in the LR and LS. The amount of...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Smart Safety Tip

    Another thing someone can do it to make little acrylic splash case for the power strips too. It's not too hard to heat up 1/8" acrylic and bend it...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    HELP! MH 250W Bulb broke in fixture

    How did you pay for it? If you paid by credit card and they still refuse to come fix the problem, make a claim with your credit card company so you...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: ASAP
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    Anemone Emergency!!!

    I would direct a low-moderate flow PH in it's direction. This will entice it to move off the tube. Of course, like everyone said, turn off the...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 4, 2008 in forum: ASAP
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    skimmate color??

    When my 150 crashed, my skimmate was like an aqua-blue/green color.
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: Protein Skimmers
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    Nano Skimmer?

    Don't get one of those Current Fission Nano Skimmers if you decide to get a skimmer. I have one for my Nanocube and it was a waste of $30. It...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: Protein Skimmers
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    my DIY - 10g fuge...

    Hey man, that's not bad at all. So it's not "All-Glass" pretty, but who cares? It it works and your DT is pretty, that is what's matters anyway. I...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: I made this!
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    DIY Magnetic PH holder

    Good find man! It's much safer than those stupid rubber cups, since they deteriorate in the tank anyway. I just threw away one of those cheapo...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: I made this!
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    Having some issues

    There is a mod that will help increase the efficiency. You would be surprised how much damage a non working skimmer can be. Mine (a Bak-Pak2)...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Having some issues

    You will want to increase your water turnover rate. You are at 5x now, you want to be around 10x or so at least. Have 3-4 heads in your display...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Test Kit

    It's funny, ELOS makes some nice things, but I have heard that their skimmers are junk. I know it's off subject, it just came to mind.
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Smart Safety Tip

    I velcroed my power strips to the side of my stand and haven't had an issue with salt creep. The corrosive nature of salt will eat away at the metal...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    New 120G Build..need some advice

    I tell my friends that use an external pump to have a little desk fan pointed at the pump to keep it cool since it won't be water cooled. External...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Is this a good deal?

    I agree, but to a point. In a smaller tank, let's say a 50G, it will drop the temp quite fast. A general fluctuation in temperature should happen...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Budget 150 Gallon Build (OH LORD)

    Nice! I have a 150G as well. As for drilling, most tanks that large will have tempered bottom and regular sides. Why not drill the top of one of...
    Post by: tigermike74, Nov 3, 2008 in forum: Show Off Your Fish Tanks!
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