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Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/10/2008, 09:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 789
Posted By Sparty00
ppm to dkh conversion

Can anyone point me to a site where I can get the conversion from ppm to dkh for Alkalinity test results? I recently purchased the lamotte test kit and it gives results in ppm.

Thanks !!!
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/02/2008, 09:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 427
Posted By Sparty00
Holes to break siphon on return lines

Can someone tell me what the correct size hole is needed to break the siphon on return lines?

I have for 3/4" lines for my return, with penducters at the ends. Currently when the pump is turned...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/18/2007, 02:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 430
Posted By Sparty00
Skimmer Collection Mod

Can anyone point me in the direction of a DIY to have your Skimmate Collection cup drain into a larger container? I have an ASM G3 Skimmer.

Thanks !!
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 12/01/2007, 11:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 214
Posted By Sparty00
Kent Marine AquaDose

Anyone use this dosing unit? What are your thoughts with this unit?

Was thinking about using it to dose Kent Marine Pro-Buffer dKH, and also Kent Tech CB Part A.
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/29/2007, 05:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 781
Posted By Sparty00
So what about Rustoleum for Plastic?? I cant find...

So what about Rustoleum for Plastic?? I cant find Krylon paint anywhere??
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/29/2007, 02:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 781
Posted By Sparty00
Thanks for quick response....Is there a specific...

Thanks for quick response....Is there a specific amount of time you should wait from the time you paint to the time you place into the water?
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/29/2007, 01:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 781
Posted By Sparty00
Aquarium Safe Spray Paint For PVC Fittings

Can anyone tell me is there a spray paint that is safe to use for PVC fittings that will be eventually used under water as part of a closed loop system?

Thanks !!
Forum: Reef Discussion 11/28/2007, 03:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 270
Posted By Sparty00
I saw it on Dr. Foster & Smith, they have two...

I saw it on Dr. Foster & Smith, they have two different types. I thought it would be interesting to add for diversity, but if it will take over then not interested. Trying to find out if anyone has...
Forum: Reef Discussion 11/28/2007, 12:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 270
Posted By Sparty00
Adding Kelp To Reef

What are people's thoughts regarding adding Smooth Leaf Kelp or other marine plants to Reef Tanks??

Is it a bad idea, will it take over tank?

Thanks !
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/27/2007, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 316
Posted By Sparty00
Skimmer Stand

Anyone have good DIY for Skimmer stand inside the sump? I need to raise mine approximately 6 in.

Thanks !!
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/26/2007, 10:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,566
Posted By Sparty00
Do you have to wire the LOA (Lights of America)...

Do you have to wire the LOA (Lights of America) fixtures, or do they come with standard plug? How did you mount it, I like the success you have had, but the clamp flood lights are very easy to setup.
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/24/2007, 10:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,566
Posted By Sparty00
Refugium Light

What do you recommend to use for refugium lighting? In the process of completing my build, was orginally going to use an old standard T5 fixture I had with 10K bulbs, but it is going to take up too...
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/21/2007, 02:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 210
Posted By Sparty00
Additional padding for Sump / Refugium

What do people recommend to use on a DIY Stand for the Sump / Refugium to sit on. Have built it out of 2X4 & 2X6's, have a top piece of heavy construction plywood. The stand is level, however I would...
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/21/2007, 09:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 205
Posted By Sparty00
Plumbing Question

A couple plumbing questions for the experts.

1.) If you are using an external pump which has threaded female connections on it. Do you recommend using teflon tape on the male PVC fitting that...
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/20/2007, 01:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By Sparty00
Thanks for the replies. I have it already on a...

Thanks for the replies. I have it already on a gfci, wanted the probe for additional protection...fish minor mainly for my protection.
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/20/2007, 08:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By Sparty00
Grounding Probe

Where should you place the grounding probe?

Sump / Refugium or main display?
Forum: LPS Keepers 11/19/2007, 11:17 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 17,422
Posted By Sparty00
Nice Tank !! Is that one a Elegance Coral,...

Nice Tank !!

Is that one a Elegance Coral, or a Wisker Coral?
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/19/2007, 10:56 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,363
Posted By Sparty00
Where do you get two part bionics?

Where do you get two part bionics?
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/15/2007, 09:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,527
Posted By Sparty00
That system looks really nice, however the only...

That system looks really nice, however the only issue with that is I really was looking to remove power heads, and it is my understanding that this system requires them.

I was planning on...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/15/2007, 08:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,527
Posted By Sparty00
I would assume that using a SCWD device would be...

I would assume that using a SCWD device would be a definite NO with a Pressure Bias Pump??

Am I correct??

I wanted to use one of these devices to help create more random flow.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 11/12/2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 223
Posted By Sparty00
BUMP ! Any thoughts on this?

BUMP !

Any thoughts on this?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 11/12/2007, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 223
Posted By Sparty00
Plumbing Question

I have a new 50 gallong Sump / Refugium that has a 1 1/2 " Bulk Head.

I want to use a Dart Pump which has 2" Intake, any issue with using a connector to increase 1 1/2 to 2" going into the Dart?...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/12/2007, 09:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,527
Posted By Sparty00
Jnarowe, So you are saying that you could not...

Jnarowe,
So you are saying that you could not use a eductor with a Sequence Dart or Barracuda Pump?
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 11/01/2007, 10:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 651
Posted By Sparty00
Where can you get Elos Test Kits?

Where can you get Elos Test Kits?
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 11/01/2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 822
Posted By Sparty00
What Test Kit do you recommend for Alk Test? I...

What Test Kit do you recommend for Alk Test? I have had issues with both Salifert and AP. I decided to test same water using both kits, and performed several tests each.

Salifert showed my dkh to...
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