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Forum: Reef Discussion 02/16/2006, 02:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 148
Posted By ricpan
Colleen, The glass is thick. Most...

Colleen,
The glass is thick. Most glass companies do not keep this thick glass in stock. So to me it is easier and cheaper just to have the center brace cut in two. To answer your question...
Forum: Reef Discussion 02/15/2006, 09:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 889
Posted By ricpan
Oceanic is owned by AGA but is run on there own....

Oceanic is owned by AGA but is run on there own. Oceanic is a better tank, more attention to detail, workmanship and materal. They both hold water. Tempered glass is used on some bottoms rearly on...
Forum: Reef Discussion 02/15/2006, 08:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 148
Posted By ricpan
Bracing

You can take the center brace out have the brace cut in half or get a two new piece cut and silicon them on either side of a center metal halide. If the take is full of water get a pipe clamp and...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/13/2006, 04:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,859
Posted By ricpan
I was taking a bath when I heard my wife yelling....

I was taking a bath when I heard my wife yelling. She just came from the grocery store and handed my then 12 year old son a box of Tiddy Bowl and told him to put it in the tank. Well you guessed...
Forum: Reef Discussion 11/15/2005, 03:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 154
Posted By ricpan
You can order from Euroreef or go to a hardware...

You can order from Euroreef or go to a hardware store and get an O-ring. I have one skimmer with a missing O-ring hasn't cause a problem so I haven't bothered.
Forum: Reef Discussion 11/14/2005, 11:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 154
Posted By ricpan
The difference is the type of acylic used in the...

The difference is the type of acylic used in the construction of the skimmer. Cast acylic is heavier, more durible and more expensive. Extruded is cheaper to make and easier to break. With that said...
Forum: Reef Discussion 05/07/2004, 05:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 196
Posted By ricpan
Howdy, I use mine all the time on...

Howdy,
I use mine all the time on fresh and salt. Best way to clean substrate.

Rick
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/25/2004, 10:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 121
Posted By ricpan
Sandpoint Controller Calibration?

I bought an old Sandpoint Controller 2, PH and ORP. I cannot figure out how to calibrate it. Anyone have any experiance with this controller?
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/04/2004, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 155
Posted By ricpan
Subterranean termites can be treated without a...

Subterranean termites can be treated without a tent because they need moisture to survive and tunnel through the ground. The tropical termite is another animal and is treated with the tent. There is...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Trading 03/26/2004, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 154
Posted By ricpan
The PFO VHO comes prewired with waterproof...

The PFO VHO comes prewired with waterproof endcaps is 440w, 4 bulbs up to 4'. It doesn't come with reflector. Premium aquatics has a good picture of the unit htey sale them for $170. Mine is new...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 03/25/2004, 01:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,019
Posted By ricpan
I agree about fiction is greater on smaller...

I agree about fiction is greater on smaller diameter pipe specially at the ells. More flow with larger pipe on vertical lines but when you have to go up there is a point that the larger pipe has a...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/24/2004, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 154
Posted By ricpan
Eheim is a great pump

Eheim is a great pump
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/24/2004, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 154
Posted By ricpan
Mudsump

Is the mud sump going to be your only filtration? Are you going to have a skimmer? Why I ask is an Eco-filter is suppost to have a fairly high flow through it.
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Trading 03/24/2004, 09:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 154
Posted By ricpan
WTT PFO 4 Bulb VHO Retro for Calcium Reactor

Retro is new never been used. Comes with water proof end caps prewired.
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Trading 03/24/2004, 09:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 250
Posted By ricpan
WTT Euroreef ES5-3 for calcium reactor

ES5-3 Brand new still in box
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/23/2004, 03:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 619
Posted By ricpan
what are you asking for the reactor?

what are you asking for the reactor?
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Trading 03/18/2004, 09:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 159
Posted By ricpan
oops they are 10k

oops they are 10k
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Trading 03/18/2004, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 159
Posted By ricpan
3 Coralvue 250w SE New Houston

Never been fired decided to go HQI. Asking $120 plus $12 shipping and insurance anywhere lower 48. Email me at ricpan@ev1.net
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/18/2004, 08:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 415
Posted By ricpan
I have drilled many holes and never cracked a...

I have drilled many holes and never cracked a piece I was working on. It's not hard. Don't need a drill press, I use a cordless drill. Get some plumber putty or playdoe make a dam around where you...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/18/2004, 07:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By ricpan
most everyone sales them. Pet Solutions, Dr....

most everyone sales them. Pet Solutions, Dr. Fosters & Smith are a couple. I like the 24" handle. Pick up a couple extra blades.
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/17/2004, 11:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By ricpan
go easy with the paint scraper. It will scratch...

go easy with the paint scraper. It will scratch glass....Been there done that. I use the Kent Pro Scrapper with metal bland. The ss blade is more flexable then the paint scraper and doesn't rust.
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/14/2004, 06:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 236
Posted By ricpan
Could of been the shock of your life, hehe. I...

Could of been the shock of your life, hehe. I think you need to let things settle down. You have done all you can. Running the carbon is a good thing.Some of my corals slime when I do a water change...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/13/2004, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 164
Posted By ricpan
I assume its a glass tank. You need a brace....

I assume its a glass tank. You need a brace. Measure the lenght from front to back and have the glass cut to size and silicone it in place. Not too bad a job. I had a 6' 135g tank that the center...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/12/2004, 08:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 279
Posted By ricpan
Bulbs still available

Shipping anywhere US $10 + $2 insurance. Canada $15 + $2 insurance
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/11/2004, 12:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 279
Posted By ricpan
3 New Coralvue 250SE 10k for sale

Bought bulbs three weeks ago then decided to go HQI. Bulbs have never been fired. Asking $130 for all three.
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