parameters are fine - but I have this problem

We have all seen the above in ASAP threads
We have seen them in coral health threads

what does it mean " my parameters are fine"

1 - I know what Im doing and dont need to list the basics for you people accept the fact they are fine and then tell me whats wrong with my coral

2 - I dont do any water testing , I know I should do, so Ill tell you my water parameters are fine and hopefully my issue is an obvious one that someone can help with

either way, its not going to help us to help you
if you do test , humour us by telling us your test results please
if you dont test , be honest about it because if we know for example you have no idea on what your Calc level is, or your DHK etc us knowing that may prevent a lot of wasted time due to people avoiding stating the obvious, because you saying parameters are fine, means we think you cant have a calc issue etc ?

the health of your live stock is whats at stake here
the loss of a little pride seems a small price to pay for that?

anyone disagree?

Steve

 

K+ for that Steve, totally agree!! Fantastic post!

THIS should be a sticky.

 

agreed. It will help in the long run to be honest

 

I have a problem, but my parameters are fine...

Just kidding! Good post Steve, +1 this should be a sticky!

 

Awesome Steve! Even since day one, when Ive had huge issues I've posted all the params I can find. It helps out big with people trying to help fix the issue.

+k!

 

Another thing that bugs me, grammar/spelling.

Ize got this bug, an i dunt kno wats its is, i has nun pix, sowwy

I'm no spelling perfectionist, but at least I try to be somewhat legible.......

 

I am with you on that Steve. We would be surprised at how many here seldom if ever check their water. In this hobby good husbandry is a big issue. This is your Ocean and your responsible. They are alive and you are their God. So be good to em and check stuff up. Honestly I only check mine every two week's. Good Luck and very good point.
The spelling is in a way an issue but alot of user's here are not English speaking so their spelling isnt always up to par but it isnt anything to worry about. If you dont understand the question their asking move onto the next post. Or ask them to re-phrase the question so you can better help them.
GreyGhost

 

A+ for that post Steve!!!! Some people just don't get it that the parameters are paramount in this hobby!!!
Thanks

 

Spot on as usual, it makes our lives a lot easier when we're trying to pin-point the issue and solution.


luna