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Forum: Do It Yourself 01/10/2008, 12:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,382
Posted By ctripi
Have the guy practice on a 3/8" thick pane of...

Have the guy practice on a 3/8" thick pane of glass before drilling your tank if you're worried. I did a calfo overflow on my 120g I used two seperate overflows...one for the refugium section..the...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/09/2008, 12:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 980
Posted By ctripi
anything except water-based finish should work.

anything except water-based finish should work.
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 01/08/2008, 06:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,120
Posted By ctripi
I've been looking for a reason to get rid of...

I've been looking for a reason to get rid of those snails. In fact, It's surprising how much I've reduced my reef cleaning crew dramtically since the start of my tank. No more hermits or Nassarius...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 01/08/2008, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,120
Posted By ctripi
Almost forgot a third question....Any suggestions...

Almost forgot a third question....Any suggestions why my Nassarius snails show alot interest in the clam; particularly around the byssal region. The clam seems health; good mantle expansion, no...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 01/08/2008, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,120
Posted By ctripi
byssal attachment and flow questions

Is it alright to allow a T. crocea to attach its byssal thread to the glass of a bare bottom tank?

Second question....how much flow is too much. My clam's mantle moves gently around every minute...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/07/2008, 01:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,580
Posted By ctripi
lakee911.... look up omega peristaltic pumps...

lakee911.... look up omega peristaltic pumps www.omega.com/ppt/pptsc.asp?ref=FPU100&Nav=grel07
28' suction head. They're a bit loud though. Don't recommend mounting in living spaces.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/06/2008, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 393
Posted By ctripi
flame angel origin

My LFS has a flame angel originating from Hawaii. From what I've read, these specimen are from deep waters. Will I stress the fish by subjecting it to a life in a relatively bright SPS tank (24"...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/05/2008, 05:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 814
Posted By ctripi
look at melevsreef.com for his 100gpd 5 stage...

look at melevsreef.com for his 100gpd 5 stage unit. Hard to beat the price.
Forum: Advanced Topics 01/02/2008, 01:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By ctripi
Looks like I might have to sneak a textbook...

Looks like I might have to sneak a textbook purchase past the wife. Thanks for the tip.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/02/2008, 01:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,353
Posted By ctripi
Could you please elaborate about the bacterial...

Could you please elaborate about the bacterial problems mentioned. For example do you mean cyanobacteria, livestock pathogens or nutrient cycle disruptions?
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/01/2008, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By ctripi
check out garf.org

check out garf.org
Forum: SPS Keepers 01/01/2008, 12:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 746
Posted By ctripi
Thanks for the feedback. I'm now more...

Thanks for the feedback. I'm now more comfortable about increasing my photoperoid to 10+ hours in slow increments.
Forum: Advanced Topics 01/01/2008, 12:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By ctripi
What is the publishing date of the Vol3 ? I have...

What is the publishing date of the Vol3 ? I have volume one and was quite pleased. Can you compare the light chapters to that found in Eric Borneman's Aquarium Corals ?
Forum: SPS Keepers 12/31/2007, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 746
Posted By ctripi
What is your light set-up?

What is your light set-up?
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/31/2007, 10:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By ctripi
What is the Riddle's experiment you've...

What is the Riddle's experiment you've referenced. Anyone else have any thoughs ?
Forum: SPS Keepers 12/31/2007, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 746
Posted By ctripi
Photoperoid and color

I'll give this post a try here; no bites in advanced topics. Is there a possible link between duration of photoperiod and coral coloration. Could shorter photoperiods (6-8hr) contribute to brown sps...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/31/2007, 12:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 393
Posted By ctripi
I have a similiar closed loop set-up with a dart....

I have a similiar closed loop set-up with a dart. You might have air trapped in the portion of your intake as it goes over the top of the tank. For my over-the-top 1.5" intakes which feed into the...
Forum: Reef Discussion 12/31/2007, 12:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 881
Posted By ctripi
I second the motion on the bubble traps. The...

I second the motion on the bubble traps. The other thing to consider is to make sure that your skimmer pump is not faster than your return pump or you'll be sucking air fast.
Forum: Advanced Topics 12/31/2007, 12:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By ctripi
Does photoperiod influence coloration?

Is there a possible link between duration of photoperiod and coral coloration. Could shorter photoperiods (6-8hr) contribute to brown sps coloration by inducing the coral to harbor a denser...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/28/2007, 09:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,088
Posted By ctripi
Make a box using only pocket screws and glue...

Make a box using only pocket screws and glue verses a glued biscuit jointed box. Jump up and down on it. Then decide. One other consideration would be to think of the harsh marine environment it...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 12/28/2007, 01:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By ctripi
Mg sulfate vs. Mg Chloride

Seeking opinions regarding supplementing my Mg levels.
Some background first. I've used Oceanic Salt mix from Day 1 (tank now 190 days old). My tank's Mg levels constantly hover around 1100 or so....
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/27/2007, 05:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,088
Posted By ctripi
I agree it looks alot better. 3/4" plywood...

I agree it looks alot better. 3/4" plywood should be fine. If you wanted a truly custom stand then build the internal frame as illustrated but with less solid pieces. Then make some or all of the...
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/27/2007, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 260
Posted By ctripi
Your local glass shop could create any size box...

Your local glass shop could create any size box with clear, smoked or darker glass for cheap. Use the RC overflow calculator to determine appropriate length.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 12/26/2007, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,353
Posted By ctripi
Don't mean to hijack the tread but I have a...

Don't mean to hijack the tread but I have a question for those who use an ATO supplying kalkwaser. My set-up is a peristaltic pump and float valve pulling kalk from a 33g garbage pale. My question...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/26/2007, 01:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,088
Posted By ctripi
I originally wanted to "stick-build" the weight...

I originally wanted to "stick-build" the weight bearing portion of the stand for my 125g but when I started to decided on joints I couldn't conceive a 'sturdy' method. Case in point, how do you...
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