Weed Wacker For Xenia...

Discussion in 'Coral' started by techno2, Jun 15, 2009.

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  1. techno2

    techno2 Stylophora

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    OK
    I picked up some Pickling lime at Wally World in the Houseware department of all placees.
    It is Mrs wages Pickling Lime and the ingredients are Calcium Hydroxide (Lime)

    Is this the right stuff ?

    Do I just add DI to it and create a paste and spread over the suspect spot ?


    Thanks
     
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  3. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    That's the stuff. Just add enough ro/di water to make a thick paste and spread it on the coral.
     
  4. Crimson Ghost

    Crimson Ghost Blue Ringed Angel

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    Be ready to do a water change – start with a small hose and get a siphon going, suck the polyp head up and slice it with a razor blade. Once you cut it all off I suggest you scrape all you can (keep that hose going to suck out everything) then go with the paste – I have used the small syringes that come in test kits that you use to suck up water with…it’s helpful when applying the paste.

    Annick said to run carbon and she’s spot on, that coral is going to die over the next few days so stay vigilant. Good luck to you !
     
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  5. techno2

    techno2 Stylophora

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    All good tips, I will update with how it goes,

    Thanks all