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Forum: SPS Keepers 08/10/2007, 04:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 786
Posted By Grayout
If you have algae issues, you must have some sort...

If you have algae issues, you must have some sort of fertilizer feeding the plant. Where did you get your substrate? How deep is the substrate within the display tank? How old is your tank? Do you...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/10/2007, 03:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 462
Posted By Grayout
I agree with Entropy. Use what you have until it...

I agree with Entropy. Use what you have until it quits. The unit you have should be sufficient for an 80g system.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/10/2007, 03:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 937
Posted By Grayout
Good idea regarding the cleaning. The impeller...

Good idea regarding the cleaning. The impeller will jam from time to time due to debris. Also, if you lightly tap the magnetic housing with a hammer that seems to "free" up stuck pumps. I know guys...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/10/2007, 02:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 536
Posted By Grayout
When I was designing my system, I debated whether...

When I was designing my system, I debated whether or not to use the return pump as my skimmer pump as well. I ultimately decided against it since my MRC is designed especially for direct injection. I...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/10/2007, 07:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 536
Posted By Grayout
From what I've read in the past, metabolic...

From what I've read in the past, metabolic processes are higher during the day which would make sense. Polyps extend their tentacles more readily at night due to the increased level of plankton in...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/09/2007, 09:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 536
Posted By Grayout
I run a MRC skimmer off of a mag pump only when...

I run a MRC skimmer off of a mag pump only when the main lights are off. Essentially, it runs for twelve hours on and twelve hours off. I don't think it's necessary to run a skimmer 24/7 and it helps...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/08/2007, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 278
Posted By Grayout
I've got two icecap electronic ballasts running...

I've got two icecap electronic ballasts running two 250w radium halides and am very impressed. I've used icecap products for several years and have never been disappointed. I believe the consensus...
Forum: Northeast Florida Marine Aquarium Society (NFMAS) 02/19/2007, 12:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,229
Posted By Grayout
Thank you to all of those that attended the NFMAS...

Thank you to all of those that attended the NFMAS meeting with Anthony Calfo at Guana River State Park. The meeting was a great success and included reef club members from all over the state.

A...
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 01/07/2007, 11:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,074
Posted By Grayout
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Reasonable...

Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Reasonable prices, high end drygoods, hard to find corals and fish. They are not going to gouge you on price and are willing to deal.

Advanced Aquarist...
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 01/06/2007, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 183
Posted By Grayout
Kenya tree corals are found upside down...

Kenya tree corals are found upside down periodically in the wild. They also require moderate water flow in order to maintain their upright position.
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 01/06/2007, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 132
Posted By Grayout
Gobies are passive fish and require a habitat...

Gobies are passive fish and require a habitat that matches their personalities. Damsels have been known to be able to ward off such predators as grouper on natural reefs. So, I would just stick with...
Forum: Southwest florida marine aquarium society (SWFMAS) 12/18/2006, 07:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 359
Posted By Grayout
Exclamation Come And Meet Anthony Calfo In St. Augustine!

Feb 18th NFMAS Meeting
The NFMAS meeting sponsored by Bio-Reef Inc. is set for Feb 18th, 1-4 p.m. Guest speaker is Anthony Calfo. Location is Guana Park, www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/gtm/...
Forum: Florida Marine Aquarium Society (FMAS) - Miami/Ft. Lauderdale 12/18/2006, 07:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 137
Posted By Grayout
Exclamation Come And Meet Anthony Calfo In St. Augustine!

Feb 18th NFMAS Meeting
The NFMAS meeting sponsored by Bio-Reef Inc. is set for Feb 18th, 1-4 p.m. Guest speaker is Anthony Calfo. Location is Guana Park, www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/gtm/...
Forum: Florida Panhandle Reefkeepers 12/18/2006, 07:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 307
Posted By Grayout
Exclamation Come And Meet Anthony Calfo In St. Augustine!

Feb 18th NFMAS Meeting

The NFMAS meeting sponsored by Bio-Reef Inc. is set for Feb 18th, 1-4 p.m. Guest speaker is Anthony Calfo. Location is Guana Park, www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/gtm/...
Forum: Florida Reef Aquarist Guild (FRAG) 12/18/2006, 07:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 308
Posted By Grayout
Exclamation Come And Meet Anthony Calfo In St. Augustine!

Feb 18th NFMAS Meeting

The NFMAS meeting sponsored by Bio-Reef Inc. is set for Feb 18th, 1-4 p.m. Guest speaker is Anthony Calfo. Location is Guana Park, www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/gtm/...
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 12/18/2006, 07:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 156
Posted By Grayout
Exclamation Come And Meet Anthony Calfo In St. Augustine!

Feb 18th NFMAS Meeting

The NFMAS meeting sponsored by Bio-Reef Inc. is set for Feb 18th, 1-4 p.m. Guest speaker is Anthony Calfo. Location is Guana Park, www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/gtm/...
Forum: Orlando Reef Caretakers Association (ORCA) 12/18/2006, 07:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,070
Posted By Grayout
Exclamation Come And Meet Anthony Calfo In St. Augustine!

Feb 18th NFMAS Meeting

The NFMAS meeting sponsored by Bio-Reef Inc. is set for Feb 18th, 1-4 p.m. Guest speaker is Anthony Calfo. Location is Guana Park, www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/gtm/...
Forum: SPS Keepers 12/17/2006, 10:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 547
Posted By Grayout
The first few photos look like a turbinaria but...

The first few photos look like a turbinaria but the last one throws me off a bit. turbinaria tentacles are typically a bit longer.
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 12/17/2006, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 132
Posted By Grayout
I have an MR-1 in the sump of my 90 gallon with...

I have an MR-1 in the sump of my 90 gallon with ozone being injected at 50%. These skimmers are very sensitive to the simplest changes within the tank and are extremely efficient. The foam will...
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 12/07/2006, 03:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 226
Posted By Grayout
Check out Finz on Dale Mabry. They have some HUGE...

Check out Finz on Dale Mabry. They have some HUGE fish in there that could use a new home.
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 12/05/2006, 10:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 297
Posted By Grayout
Sure, no problem. While running a cheap skimmer...

Sure, no problem. While running a cheap skimmer on my old 65 gallon I had rediculous growth out of my xenia and shrooms. The xenia covered the entire back of the tank and I had to trim it back...
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 12/04/2006, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 297
Posted By Grayout
Be careful about 'over' skimming your tank with...

Be careful about 'over' skimming your tank with softies. When I switched to all sps and upgraded my skimmer to a www.myreefcreations.com skimmer I saw a HUGE change in my softies. Eventually, the...
Forum: Northeast Florida Marine Aquarium Society (NFMAS) 12/04/2006, 08:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 211
Posted By Grayout
Try Marine Depot's forum...

Try Marine Depot's forum http://forum.marinedepot.com/ There are some very prominent aquarists that routinely post. Anthony Calfo will be speaking to NFMAS in a month. He is a wonderful source for...
Forum: Northeast Florida Marine Aquarium Society (NFMAS) 04/25/2006, 11:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 616
Posted By Grayout
Here are some updated photos of my acrylic sump. ...

Here are some updated photos of my acrylic sump. The left compartment holds the skimmer, which is slightly elevated. A drain from the center overflow drains into a separate compartment within this...
Forum: Northeast Florida Marine Aquarium Society (NFMAS) 04/24/2006, 08:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 616
Posted By Grayout
I put it in a clean rubbermaid container and...

I put it in a clean rubbermaid container and rinsed it with a hose. Basically, you keep rinsing under high pressure until the water in the container is clear.
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