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Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/09/2008, 10:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,374
Posted By yaktop
http://www.bostonreefers.org/forums/ ...

http://www.bostonreefers.org/forums/
showthread.php?t=49718

works for me if above doesnt, add the two lines together. for some reason it shrinks it.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/09/2008, 10:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,374
Posted By yaktop
http://www.bostonreefers.org/forums/showthread.php...

http://www.bostonreefers.org/forums/showthread.php?t=49718

used a crane myself and was 700 or so pounds.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/09/2008, 07:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,374
Posted By yaktop
Some pics of the rear overflow with eurobracing....

Some pics of the rear overflow with eurobracing. came out sweet.

http://www.bostonreefers.org/forums/...ad.php?t=49718

I'd be hesitate not to use euro or occasional cross brace with that...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/05/2008, 10:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,613
Posted By yaktop
I checked, rods looks good as new except they are...

I checked, rods looks good as new except they are redish now. :D
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/05/2008, 08:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By yaktop
thats a good deal but like you said, free...

thats a good deal but like you said, free installation. dont skip on maintainance though so it works when you need it. :D
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/05/2008, 06:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By yaktop
I was reseaching right after all the hurricans in...

I was reseaching right after all the hurricans in la, fla, ms and read tons of issues with the Generac. They are the number seller in the states though and likley through outlets like Home Depot....
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/05/2008, 03:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By yaktop
16K wow, I have a 12K and most people thought...

16K wow, I have a 12K and most people thought that was overkill. got juice for the neighbors with that thing :D

totally agree but not everybody can allocate the cash for it but if you can its...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/05/2008, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 457
Posted By yaktop
what are the penetration depths of a T5 vs a T12?...

what are the penetration depths of a T5 vs a T12? I dont see any deep/big tanks using them for which I think is for this reason. opinions?
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/05/2008, 11:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 457
Posted By yaktop
thanks. I've used the T12's before and although...

thanks. I've used the T12's before and although they have an interior reflector much would be lost without a regular reflector. strongly considering T5's but was hoping for the 320 watts.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/05/2008, 10:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,613
Posted By yaktop
ps. idea from marcorocks

ps. idea from marcorocks
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/05/2008, 10:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,613
Posted By yaktop
if you have job lots or any type of discount...

if you have job lots or any type of discount stores in your area or even home depots use driveway markers they use for snow , the ones with reflectors, they have white fiberglass rods perfect for...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/03/2008, 08:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 457
Posted By yaktop
Lighting reflector help for T12, limited space

thoughts on this indecision - I was thinking of making a single reflector for each of two VHO T12. actually two 6 ft's that will run along the base of two lumenarcs that run on a light rail. have...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/03/2008, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By yaktop
you need an automatic switch and a generator with...

you need an automatic switch and a generator with a battery and automatic start function. I think the smailest I could find was a 5KW, ended up with a 12KW and the whole house. used to have power...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/02/2008, 06:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 576
Posted By yaktop
I was umder the impression the remaining bleach...

I was umder the impression the remaining bleach residue would evaporate out. no rinsing required. not true.....bummer for me.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/01/2008, 08:51 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 20,344
Posted By yaktop
just re=read and noticed your not using IO...

just re=read and noticed your not using IO anymore. what did you change to?

to others, how do you run your effluent through GFO, simply connect the reactor drain line to it an no other pump?
...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/01/2008, 08:41 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 20,344
Posted By yaktop
looking real good. havent seen in person for...

looking real good. havent seen in person for awhile. always a treat. happy new year and a healthy reef year. :D
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/01/2008, 08:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 827
Posted By yaktop
neither - sequence, rock solid. ...

neither - sequence, rock solid.

http://www.mdminc.com/Sequence_Pumps.htm
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/26/2007, 08:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,106
Posted By yaktop
depends how far spread you go, with two 20 inch...

depends how far spread you go, with two 20 inch lumenarcs over a 72 inch tank, less the 5 inch on either side for the euro brace leaves 62, the light are spaced roughly 12 " so the lights dont move a...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/25/2007, 07:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,106
Posted By yaktop
use the same one and has worked flawlessly for...

use the same one and has worked flawlessly for about 7 months now. 5 watts had to beat.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/13/2007, 08:24 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 37,777
Posted By yaktop
I agree. I had the opportunity to cherry pick my...

I agree. I had the opportunity to cherry pick my tank out of thousands of pounds of this stuff. I must say it wasnt easy. Great guy to deal with.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/13/2007, 08:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,010
Posted By yaktop
ditto, but 3 300W with a 4th as a backup on my...

ditto, but 3 300W with a 4th as a backup on my 270. did the same with my 125 - zero issues, 7 years.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/09/2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,801
Posted By yaktop
I have three wireless vortecs and no issues....

I have three wireless vortecs and no issues. great product.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/09/2007, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 776
Posted By yaktop
way to many thumbscrews for my liking, is there...

way to many thumbscrews for my liking, is there an upgrade for a twist cap on them?
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/29/2007, 07:59 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,767
Posted By yaktop
I dont get it, tunzes need to be cleaned every...

I dont get it, tunzes need to be cleaned every now and again, you have to dismantle the rockwork, clean then, then put the rocks back in place with corals and such ??
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/28/2007, 08:25 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,767
Posted By yaktop
cleverly hidden but like all hardware these dont...

cleverly hidden but like all hardware these dont seem to be easily removed for cleaning. Although it maybe easier than it appears.
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