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Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/05/2008, 01:38 AM
Replies: 33
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Posted By vapormd
I was addressing Randy's comment about the...

I was addressing Randy's comment about the calcium test kits not working without some alkalinity present in the test sample. Since I was testing diluted samples of homemade part 1, which contain no...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/04/2008, 09:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,184
Posted By vapormd
The 40 ppm drop per week was pretty constant over...

The 40 ppm drop per week was pretty constant over the course of the past three months while I was looking for a reason.

The test kits I used seem to function correctly (meaning everything turned...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/04/2008, 07:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,184
Posted By vapormd
My calcium would drop about 40 ppm over the...

My calcium would drop about 40 ppm over the course of a week, while continually dosing two part. I use a 50/50 blend of IO and Oceanic salt (which gives me a calcium of about 420), and do a 10% water...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/04/2008, 09:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,184
Posted By vapormd
Yup, the vendor states to use 2 cups of the...

Yup, the vendor states to use 2 cups of the sodium carbonate to make Part 2. The sodium carbonate is comprised of small pellets, rather than a powder like A&H baking powder.

Alot of people seem to...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/04/2008, 09:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,184
Posted By vapormd
Blair, Thanks, I am using anhydrous pellets.

Blair,

Thanks, I am using anhydrous pellets.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/04/2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,184
Posted By vapormd
Randy, Let me apologize! - I in no way was...

Randy,

Let me apologize! - I in no way was trying to knock your recipe, in fact your article and work with the subject has been invaluable to me. I was trying to point out that the calcium levels...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/04/2008, 01:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 569
Posted By vapormd
Check your calcium levels in your homemade 2-part!

I posted this in the reef chemistry forums as well, but I've seen a few threads where others using homemade two part have had trouble maintaining balanced alk and calcium, so I figure I'd post in the...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/04/2008, 01:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,184
Posted By vapormd
Check your calcium levels in your homemade 2-part!

For those using homemade two part but having trouble maintaining balanced alk and calcium, here's a possible reason:

I've been using homemade two part additive following Randy's recipes and using...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 12/13/2007, 06:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 196
Posted By vapormd
Seachem Reef Salt has a high boron content,...

Seachem Reef Salt has a high boron content, something on the order of 4x NSW values IIRC, and I think it used to be at even higher levels. Borate at those levels starts to play a bigger part in...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 11/28/2007, 06:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 255
Posted By vapormd
I've used both bulbs, and like the Phoenix's...

I've used both bulbs, and like the Phoenix's much, much better. The ushio was very flat bright white, no yellow or blue, but didn't really make anything stand out, and definitely would have needed...
Forum: Reef Discussion 11/25/2007, 02:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 220
Posted By vapormd
The impeller is screwed onto the main motor...

The impeller is screwed onto the main motor shaft. Since the motor shaft freely rotates, you need to hold it in place by using a flat head screwdriver inserted into the slot on the fan side of the...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 11/12/2007, 12:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 265
Posted By vapormd
Elite, I always drop off a couple trash bags...

Elite,

I always drop off a couple trash bags full of popcorn to my local UPS store. They're more than happy to take it and it's an easy way to recycle those peanuts and get them out of your house,...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 11/08/2007, 12:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 730
Posted By vapormd
Rod's food has a great mix of ingredients - far...

Rod's food has a great mix of ingredients - far more than I was able to obtain when I made my own food. The process of making my own food was pretty messy (and smelly), and it was just getting to be...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 11/05/2007, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 730
Posted By vapormd
I got some recently from Ed @ KM Associates,...

I got some recently from Ed @ KM Associates, there's a discount for buying a three pack, and he's in the Richmond district near 6th ave aquarium. As sidog said, Ocean's Treasures also has it.

KM...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 11/01/2007, 01:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 376
Posted By vapormd
Hiep, Here's my old thread with pics &...

Hiep,

Here's my old thread with pics & description of the Tarpon:

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1192838
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/31/2007, 07:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 376
Posted By vapormd
I have a Reeflo Tarpon if you're interested.

I have a Reeflo Tarpon if you're interested.
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/28/2007, 01:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 368
Posted By vapormd
The center, so it doesn't interfere with your...

The center, so it doesn't interfere with your Wavebox :D
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/22/2007, 09:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 524
Posted By vapormd
I recently sold my Canon Rebel XT on ebay for...

I recently sold my Canon Rebel XT on ebay for about $400 (for just the camera body, no lenses). With the Rebel XTi and the Nikon D40, and upcoming Christmas sales and/or rebates (Canon does one every...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/22/2007, 07:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,002
Posted By vapormd
Ian, That looks sweet! I like the...

Ian,

That looks sweet! I like the aquascaping, and now I know where you've been putting all those corals. Really looks great!

I like the Amano label in the bottom corner! :D The tank has some...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/17/2007, 02:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 380
Posted By vapormd
I called ahead just to make sure they were open,...

I called ahead just to make sure they were open, had stuff in stock, etc, and paid when I picked them up.

They're about 30 min north of SF
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/16/2007, 11:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 291
Posted By vapormd
Looking for rainbow monti frag

I'm looking for a frag of the Reefready/Tyree LE rainbow monti. I have a non-LE rainbow, but am looking for a frag of the real deal. Anyone have one their willing to part with or know of someone?
...
Forum: Bay Area - Reefers (BAR) 10/16/2007, 11:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 380
Posted By vapormd
It all depends on what ballast you want to run -...

It all depends on what ballast you want to run - each manufacturer usually has a proprietary plug, so PGS will hook up whatever cord is appropriate for your ballast, or leave you with a bare wire if...
Forum: Propagated Corals & Tank Raised Livestock Selling 10/16/2007, 09:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,322
Posted By vapormd
Sent you a PM

Sent you a PM
Forum: Vendor Experiences 10/16/2007, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 694
Posted By vapormd
I picked up some Rod's food from Ed at KM...

I picked up some Rod's food from Ed at KM Associates, Intl today - worked out great for me since he's local. Ed's a great guy and very helpful. I wouldn't hesitate doing business with KM again.
Forum: Coral Propagation and Aquaculture 10/14/2007, 05:48 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 64,974
Posted By vapormd
Machado, Your setup is amazing, and an...

Machado,

Your setup is amazing, and an inspiration!

A had a few questions about the eggcrate frag rack in your propagation tank - how are the various shelves supported and attached together? Do...
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