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  1. Mr. Bill
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    The Chromis Debacle: Solved?

    I think you have something, here... I bought 2 the same size last July. I thought the slight difference in color was because of sex. Then one grew...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 6, 2012 in forum: Tropical Fish
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    Testing tap water to determine if RO/DI is needed..

    +1 You can't even test for every individual impurity found in tap water. The TDS meter will give you the combined amount.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 6, 2012 in forum: Water Chemistry
  3. Mr. Bill
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    how many # of sand

    3reef.com - Forums for coral reef aquariums, salt water fish, corals, inverts, protein skimmers, aquarium lighting and more - Calculators
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 6, 2012 in forum: New To The Hobby
  4. Mr. Bill
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    Is my cycle over ?

    Yep, that's the down side of cycling with live damsels- you now have 3 demons from Hell that think the entire tank is theirs. :-/
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    Not necessarily... My ol' T5HO is 6 years old and still going strong, and if it fried tonight, I can drop $150 and have a new one on my doorstep in 3...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    :clapping: I have one serious question for all you pro-LED reefers: I know what the claims are concerning the longevity of LED fixtures, but I've...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
  7. Mr. Bill
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    Yes, absolutely. Took quite a while to get my mushrooms and leathers acclimated from PC to T5HO, and burned all my zoas in the process. That was only...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    LOL... I thought MH and T5HO would bring the end of PC, but not only has that not happened, but it's also just as expensive as ever. Actually, I...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
  9. Mr. Bill
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    I couldn't have said it better, myself. :)
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    LOL.. yes, and it took 37 years in the hobby to make that move. :D As I said before, when I can buy a decent, reliable, reef-capable system with no...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
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    Information needed

    First, you will need a RO/DI filter for your tap. Whether you're on city water or private well, tap water has minerals and nutrients that can make...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Information needed

    Absolutely. While a skimmer and sump do have their advantages, they are completely optional. Routine partial water changes will keep nutrients in...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Acclimation Question: Combining 3 tanks to 1?

    The rocks? No. As long as SG and temp are close, there's no problem. You will want to acclimate the livestock, however.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Acclimation Question: Combining 3 tanks to 1?

    I've transfered between tanks several times and that was never a problem. Just reduce the flow and move slowly inside the tanks and you should be...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Chemi-pure Elite vs SeaChem SeaGel

    I'm not sure about the longevity; again, you'll need to refer to the instructions on the label. As for the bad effects on corals, that's only if you...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Adding Live rock

    Yes, adding cured rock from an established system is fine as long as you keep it wet with saltwater. :)
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    sump/refugium housing getting mold

    Don't really know about the tank, but you should never allow mold to exist anywhere in your home as it can become a serious health hazard to humans...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 4, 2012 in forum: Refugium
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    sump/refugium housing getting mold

    Yes, definitely. Without adequate ventilation, the evaporation from the sump is keeping the humidity way too high in there.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 4, 2012 in forum: Refugium
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    Not Quite Sold on LED Lighting

    Maybe you just didn't have the right T5 bulbs. :) Here's some growth, color and polyp extension photos for you. From Corailline, with MH:...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 4, 2012 in forum: LED Aquarium Lighting
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    live sand and rock or not

    FYI, you don't want it too coarse if you plan to add sand-sifters to help keep it clean.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Feb 4, 2012 in forum: New To The Hobby
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