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Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 02/20/2007, 02:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,236
Posted By Pilot Fish
Poly -Bio--Kold Steril Unit

Hey
I am currently running a 100 GPD w/booster pump and it can't make water fast enough for my weekly water changes. I wanted to know If any one out there currently uses the Kold -Steril Unit and...
Forum: Fish Only & Aggressive Tanks 06/29/2006, 09:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 355
Posted By Pilot Fish
You'll have a extremely difficult time keeping a...

You'll have a extremely difficult time keeping a blue spot alive for any extended period of time. From my experience they are extemely sensitive to any change in water quality form that of the ocean...
Forum: Responsible Reefkeeping 06/21/2006, 08:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 768
Posted By Pilot Fish
I am all for good info, infact thats what I come...

I am all for good info, infact thats what I come to this site for. I do agree with you that there are many posts that are placed by youngsters looking for a BS debate, allthough I have seen many of...
Forum: Responsible Reefkeeping 06/19/2006, 08:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 768
Posted By Pilot Fish
Irreponsible Shark Threads On This Site

I have been in this hobby for 17yrs now and I have seen a lot of changes for the better in how and what animals can be properly and ethically housed in an home aquarium.

BUT, on a routine basis I...
Forum: Fish Only & Aggressive Tanks 06/19/2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 276
Posted By Pilot Fish
Shark Ponds are so so so cheezy. They look...

Shark Ponds are so so so cheezy. They look horribly cheap and poorly put together and you can't even see the animal except for its dorsal side. AND for the most of the ones that I have seen...
Forum: Vendor Experiences 06/16/2006, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 395
Posted By Pilot Fish
I have heard of both Something Fishy & East Coast...

I have heard of both Something Fishy & East Coast Aquatics I am going to have to try them. I have been so disgusted with the same old bad selection that I have seen in the last few years.
Forum: Vendor Experiences 06/14/2006, 09:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 395
Posted By Pilot Fish
Central Jersey has even less up there onless you...

Central Jersey has even less up there onless you want to go north and those stores are crazy expensive.
Forum: Vendor Experiences 06/14/2006, 09:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 395
Posted By Pilot Fish
South Jersey LFS are Horrible

South Jersey/Philly area needs a good LFS. I went on vacation to Florida and even the worst LFS down there put the best of the best of SJ stores to shame for both selection and price. I know that it...
Forum: Vendor Experiences 05/17/2006, 03:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 440
Posted By Pilot Fish
I tried to order a skimmer from him and i got a...

I tried to order a skimmer from him and i got a few weeks worth of a run around from him and I finally cancelled the order. I know your frustation.
Forum: SCUBA/Snorkeling 05/09/2006, 09:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 368
Posted By Pilot Fish
Equipment Question

After being certified since '92, and I am finally going to go out and buying my own BC, regs, comp etc. Up to now i have allways rented when I on vacation to the Carribean. I have shopped at a few...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/26/2006, 04:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 158
Posted By Pilot Fish
Need more R/O

I had read a post a few weeks back regarding larger whole house r/o systems. My 100gpd with a booster is not giving me anywhere what I need when I need it. I have looked at the Merlin system that one...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/26/2006, 03:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 289
Posted By Pilot Fish
They are ok pumps they have been out there for...

They are ok pumps they have been out there for years. Some of them need to be oiled every six months. They are a bit nosiey. I have had a 5md for a few years now and it is still chugging along. I now...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/23/2006, 04:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 306
Posted By Pilot Fish
Only use the FDA food safe grade versions. I have...

Only use the FDA food safe grade versions. I have heard word that any pigmented plastics will leach into the water over time, but unless your buckets or containers are very old or beat up they...
Forum: Fish Only & Aggressive Tanks 04/21/2006, 06:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 739
Posted By Pilot Fish
I have seen tons of these threads that ask the...

I have seen tons of these threads that ask the same question, will these fish be ok together in my tank. The answer is who knows. You need to start off with a fish or two and see how they behave...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/14/2006, 10:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 518
Posted By Pilot Fish
Bottom Line- You are wasting your $ on lighting...

Bottom Line-
You are wasting your $ on lighting systems that are designed for reef systems.
I have seen plenty of FOWL tanks with crazy amounts of lighting that only look "Crisp" as you call it for...
Forum: Fish Only & Aggressive Tanks 04/14/2006, 09:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,090
Posted By Pilot Fish
Thanks Mitzel. These clowns are exactly why...

Thanks Mitzel. These clowns are exactly why there shouldn't be a "shark info category" on this site. Time after time I see threads like this where the only thing that can come from them is the...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/14/2006, 02:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 464
Posted By Pilot Fish
I got a big run around from MRC when I went to...

I got a big run around from MRC when I went to order a skimmer direct from them. They claimed their machine went down but never called me to let me know, so after having to make a few phone calls and...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/12/2006, 03:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 286
Posted By Pilot Fish
H&S without a doubt. My 2x1260 works great on my...

H&S without a doubt. My 2x1260 works great on my 375
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 04/11/2006, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 260
Posted By Pilot Fish
Aqua Ev 240 for salre -South Jersey

I am selling my Aqua EV 240 for $250 which includes shipping to the lower 48 states. I placed it up for sale last week and got a few inquires but it is still up for sale.

UNIT IS ONLY 8 Months...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/10/2006, 12:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 346
Posted By Pilot Fish
The same applies to any plumbing that you have,...

The same applies to any plumbing that you have, which should be replaced maybe every few years (7-10 yrs?). There is no specific data out there that gives exact breakdown times on these materials, it...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/10/2006, 12:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 346
Posted By Pilot Fish
You should be fine using either the Brute cans or...

You should be fine using either the Brute cans or the stock tanks. BUT TECHNICALLY anything will break down after years of exposure to water and /or saltwater, so if the containers you are using are...
Forum: Feedback and Questions 04/10/2006, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 290
Posted By Pilot Fish
I see thank you

I see thank you
Forum: Feedback and Questions 04/10/2006, 08:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 290
Posted By Pilot Fish
Just a Question

What does bump mean. I tried to figure it out on my own but no luck.
Thanks
Forum: Vendor Experiences 04/06/2006, 12:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,440
Posted By Pilot Fish
I have been following this thread for a while now...

I have been following this thread for a while now and I am just disgusted with what Percision Clarity (Mike) has done to his customers. I guess I can consider myself lucky in the sense that I did...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 04/04/2006, 04:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 177
Posted By Pilot Fish
Aqua Ev 240 For Sale In Jersey

I am selling my Aqua EV 240 FOR $250.--PUMP NOT INCLUDED.
It retails new for $399.
It was only in use for 8 months and is in great condition. I took down my 210 and no longer need it. I would pefer...
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