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Forum: SPS Keepers 01/11/2008, 10:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,501
Posted By blmeier7
I removed a 6500k bulb from my 4 bulb T5...

I removed a 6500k bulb from my 4 bulb T5 configuration not quite a year ago because I didn't want the yellow tint. I have not had any problems and my corals are still growing well.

FYI I am...
Forum: SPS Keepers 11/04/2007, 11:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,830
Posted By blmeier7
My tank has a fuge now but if I was setting up a...

My tank has a fuge now but if I was setting up a new tank I would most likely leave it out. It does provide some nutrient export but not much. There are tons of pods which is my main reason for...
Forum: SPS Keepers 10/17/2007, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 585
Posted By blmeier7
I dose 3 drops of Lugol's monthly in my 55g. ...

I dose 3 drops of Lugol's monthly in my 55g. When I test for iodine (which isn't often) the level seems to be acceptable.

I have heard that hard corals don't need much iodine like soft corals...
Forum: SPS Keepers 10/15/2007, 04:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 628
Posted By blmeier7
I converted my 55g from a softy to a SPS tank not...

I converted my 55g from a softy to a SPS tank not too long ago. The SPS FAQ that was linked earlier is the best place to start. Be prepared to spend a few months getting things converted over such...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/17/2007, 03:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 248
Posted By blmeier7
What do you plan on keeping (types of corals,...

What do you plan on keeping (types of corals, fish, etc..)?

If you are going to have a full blown reef tank then using a sump is the preferred method. If you are not going to get a sump then I...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/17/2007, 12:13 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,127
Posted By blmeier7
My Maxijet mod is definitely larger than my Tunze...

My Maxijet mod is definitely larger than my Tunze nano streams.

My MJ1200 was $17
The MJ mod kit was $20+ including shipping
It took me over an to mod it to make sure I did it right (i'm sure...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/17/2007, 08:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,127
Posted By blmeier7
I have been very happy with my Tunze 6025. They...

I have been very happy with my Tunze 6025. They run about $60 and can easily be modded to push 1100-1200 gph at only 7 watts. I run two of them on my 55g
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/15/2007, 08:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By blmeier7
The "reef ready" tanks have an internal overflow...

The "reef ready" tanks have an internal overflow and the bottom of the tank is drilled to drain and return from the sump. After using both (internal and HOB overflows) I strongly prefer the internal...
Forum: SPS Keepers 08/13/2007, 03:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,143
Posted By blmeier7
Does this mean my brown washed out corals are...

Does this mean my brown washed out corals are really healthy:)

Thanks for the info, it's very interesting
Forum: Reef Fishes 08/09/2007, 10:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 314
Posted By blmeier7
I have a coral beauty and a 6 line and have never...

I have a coral beauty and a 6 line and have never noticed the wrasse trying to clean the CB. I do have a shrimp that normally takes care of any cleaning.

Do you have any shrimp in the tank? ...
Forum: Advanced Topics 08/06/2007, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 582
Posted By blmeier7
I imagine your crab is just checking things out...

I imagine your crab is just checking things out to see if his old home is somewhere nearby. Once he gets acclimated he will make the new coral his home.

I have two larger SPS colonies that each...
Forum: SPS Keepers 08/05/2007, 08:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 473
Posted By blmeier7
Part of the problem is the powerheads don't give...

Part of the problem is the powerheads don't give off a wide spread flow. I have had good luck using the Tunze nano streams and modding them. You can get 1100-1200 gph of nice broad flow from the...
Forum: SPS Keepers 08/03/2007, 05:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 489
Posted By blmeier7
anti-honda, my alk was up near 11 dkh and I have...

anti-honda, my alk was up near 11 dkh and I have slowly been getting it back down. I will double ck it though.

Sensireef, I just started dosing Mg earlier this week. I know I need a test kit but...
Forum: SPS Keepers 08/03/2007, 03:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 489
Posted By blmeier7
Thanks for the comments guys anti_honda, I...

Thanks for the comments guys

anti_honda, I would like to get my calcium up but it never seems to go above 400. I have a good amount of evaporation and I am adding 1 tbsp of kalk for every gallon...
Forum: SPS Keepers 08/03/2007, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 489
Posted By blmeier7
Help with Brown Slimer

I couple of weeks ago I added an ORA green slimer frag (4") to my tank and it has nice green polyps with good extension but the coral tissue itself is brown and doesn't seem to be coloring up. Have...
Forum: SPS Keepers 08/03/2007, 11:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By blmeier7
I have thought about adding some chromis to my...

I have thought about adding some chromis to my tank but I didn't know they are "coral feeders". Can someone explain this to me
Forum: SPS Keepers 07/31/2007, 11:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 498
Posted By blmeier7
I think the gorilla crabs are hairy like that and...

I think the gorilla crabs are hairy like that and they usually aren't good for SPS. I would rather be safe than sorry...if you can get it out I would do so.
Forum: SPS Keepers 07/31/2007, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 878
Posted By blmeier7
I also siphon my sump about once a month. A...

I also siphon my sump about once a month.

A couple of months ago I gave my fuge a thorough cleaning by vacuuming the sand really well and I took out the rubble rock and literally boiled it on the...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 07/30/2007, 04:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By blmeier7
My brother's Octopus skimmer took several weeks...

My brother's Octopus skimmer took several weeks to start skimming consistantly. When we set it up we rinsed it really well but didn't use any soap or a sponge to remove any oils. The only thing I...
Forum: Other Invertebrates 07/26/2007, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 220
Posted By blmeier7
Thanks graveyardworm, that has to be what is in...

Thanks graveyardworm, that has to be what is in my tank. They look almost identical from the picture. Although mine are banded rather than plain white or orange from what I saw in the pictures.
...
Forum: Other Invertebrates 07/25/2007, 09:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 220
Posted By blmeier7
Lots of long banded worms?

Recently I have noticed quite a few long worm looking creatures in my tank. They are very skinny and about 4"-5" in length. They have small black bands every 1/4" or so and the rest is a light...
Forum: Other Invertebrates 07/25/2007, 09:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 123
Posted By blmeier7
Lots of long banded worms?

Recently I have noticed quite a few long worm looking creatures in my tank. They are very skinny and about 4"-5" in length. They have small black bands every 1/4" or so and the rest is a light...
Forum: Other Invertebrates 07/25/2007, 09:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 182
Posted By blmeier7
Lots of long banded worms?

Recently I have noticed quite a few long worm looking creatures in my tank. They are very skinny and about 4"-5" in length. They have small black bands every 1/4" or so and the rest is a light...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 07/25/2007, 04:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 317
Posted By blmeier7
It seems the average tank has about 1-2 lbs per...

It seems the average tank has about 1-2 lbs per gallon of live rock. I would suggest adding 100 more lbs of live rock if you can. Some people want a more open look and some people want a lot of...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 07/25/2007, 03:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 317
Posted By blmeier7
Like porthios said, looking at previous tank of...

Like porthios said, looking at previous tank of the months is a good way to see how successfull tanks are being operated but also keep in mind most of them are not FOWLR.

A good skimmer will...
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