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Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/28/2007, 10:45 AM
Replies: 999
Views: 129,622
Posted By Steadyhand
Awesome creation! Your fish/corals will thank...

Awesome creation! Your fish/corals will thank you.

I use the Lifeguard filters (chem, mechanical, uv, heater) on my little 50 gallon and couldn't be happier.

I'd be interested in your feedback...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/27/2007, 02:57 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
Herndog - My two #3s are not reacting the...

Herndog -

My two #3s are not reacting the way yours is -

I have no vortex with mine placed two inches below surface (yet they have ample flow).

I can point mine and direct, albeit wide,...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/27/2007, 01:01 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
My two #3s make no perceptible noise - (I have no...

My two #3s make no perceptible noise - (I have no sump and if you backed up one foot from my tank, you wouldn't know it's there).
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/27/2007, 09:18 AM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
I'm on day three or so - I have two #3s in a...

I'm on day three or so - I have two #3s in a 36x18x18 (50g).

Impressions:

1. Built like they cost $39 - but that's only appropriate and acceptable

2. Flow like crazy with NICE wide...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/23/2007, 09:11 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
Two 3s in my 50 gallon (36x18x18) and wow! ...

Two 3s in my 50 gallon (36x18x18) and wow!

I'd love to have a controller..........??

Surprisingly well made for the money - while materials resemble a $39 pump, I have plenty of confidence...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/22/2007, 05:13 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
I am due to receive two Koralia 3s for my 50...

I am due to receive two Koralia 3s for my 50 gallon (36x18x18). I'll post how they do soon!

If there is a definitive controller (for example - Seio) that can control these, PLEASE let me know.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/22/2007, 05:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 266
Posted By Steadyhand
I'm in for one as well - thanks. It's a circus...

I'm in for one as well - thanks. It's a circus in my house; we're always checking on the temp!
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/22/2007, 01:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 266
Posted By Steadyhand
I would like to buy a single stage - how do these...

I would like to buy a single stage - how do these work, please?

Do you plug the heater (ac plug) into this unit? and then does the unit turn off/on the heater via controlling the electricity...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/18/2007, 08:12 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
I have to agree, I would love to have my Vortec...

I have to agree, I would love to have my Vortec work - they are GREAT when they work.

I'm just peeved at the lack of quality pieces (parts) they use and the slow method of repairs/replacements...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/17/2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
Thanks - I see now- somehow I believe my troubles...

Thanks - I see now- somehow I believe my troubles originated with the wet side of the pump and that transfered into some sort of 'mixed signal' or other problem(s) for the driver. My best guess at...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/17/2007, 07:31 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
I'm not clear on the old shaft vs. new (ceramic)...

I'm not clear on the old shaft vs. new (ceramic) shaft; if you would, could you please describe the difference?

I only ask because the shaft on each of the two I received appeared to be a metal...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/17/2007, 01:37 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
Both of my problem pumps were 12/06 pumps.

Both of my problem pumps were 12/06 pumps.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/17/2007, 12:14 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
Right now, a spatula would provide more flow than...

Right now, a spatula would provide more flow than my Vortech........I couldn't resist that one either.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/17/2007, 12:11 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
If it's not a DIY project, then at the least it's...

If it's not a DIY project, then at the least it's a tinker-toy.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/16/2007, 10:14 PM
Replies: 768
Views: 78,075
Posted By Steadyhand
I'm through with the trouble the Vortech(s) have...

I'm through with the trouble the Vortech(s) have given me -

HAPPILY - I just ordered a Hydor # 3 with quick shipping from Dr.F/S.

I realize there are large obvious differences in the Koralia...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/16/2007, 08:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,005
Posted By Steadyhand
I just ordered a # 3 - Do ya'll think it's...

I just ordered a # 3 -

Do ya'll think it's enough for a 50 gallon? Maybe two is better - but at these prices, it's not a money issue at all........

Rich
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/16/2007, 07:43 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
davidh202 - I did not know of the troubles -...

davidh202 -

I did not know of the troubles - I purchased mine from Marine Depot based on their recommendation (I also looked at the ETM/IC website). Once you use it, M.D. will not take it as a...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/15/2007, 04:14 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
After having two new Vortechs - I believe...

After having two new Vortechs -

I believe this is an awesome concept and NOTHING works like a Vortech, when it works.

For $345 this should be more than a great idea/concept - it should be a...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/15/2007, 12:42 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
Hopefully - the new driver/controller will not be...

Hopefully - the new driver/controller will not be built with 'code corruption' issues-

I'm curious if any of the other high-end aquarium products experience code corruption too, or even the...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/15/2007, 11:10 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
I have the same tank you have! Would you happen...

I have the same tank you have! Would you happen to have a pic of one of the 6025s in your tank, please?

I'm likely going to use my Maxi Jets until the 6055s arrive in stock -

One easy...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/15/2007, 10:54 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
I'm switching to Tunze - probably the 6000 or...

I'm switching to Tunze - probably the 6000 or 6100 w/controller $318/$392 from M. Depot -

If the largest Nano was available, I'd buy that one w/controller -

Although the new largest Hydor is...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/14/2007, 10:49 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
Ok - you all are correct, I'm a bit too upset. ...

Ok - you all are correct, I'm a bit too upset. No more rants. Piece.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/14/2007, 10:42 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
I challenge the opinion ETM/IC has great support ...

I challenge the opinion ETM/IC has great support -

Support ultimately said to me the same thing as was told in this thread - "Far more people are happy than upset......." - but no proof of this...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/14/2007, 10:33 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
Seriously folks, I really didn't mean to be in...

Seriously folks, I really didn't mean to be in the **** off category.

I'm not so sure there are ten times as many happy customers. Even the ones happy usually have stories of returns to tell.
...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/14/2007, 08:37 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 6,058
Posted By Steadyhand
No, actually I very much babied these two with...

No, actually I very much babied these two with only turning the rheostat down at night and only turning them off (always for more than 5 minutes with the first and 10 minutes with the second) during...
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