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Forum: Reef Discussion 12/18/2007, 02:15 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,453
Posted By Rueg
I would say when you go from a 4ft tank to 6ft...

I would say when you go from a 4ft tank to 6ft tank. 4 ft tanks are much easier to light and provide water movement for. I went from a 120 to a 180.
Forum: New to the Hobby 09/06/2007, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 288
Posted By Rueg
'best' and 'heater' do not go together. There...

'best' and 'heater' do not go together. There are no 'best heaters' on the market. All of the heaters currently on the market are not that great.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/30/2007, 04:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 490
Posted By Rueg
It is unfortunate that heaters have become such...

It is unfortunate that heaters have become such short term items and need to replaced every couple of years because they fail. I would say start with two so you have a backup when the other one...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/30/2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 490
Posted By Rueg
All the heaters on the market are pretty much...

All the heaters on the market are pretty much crap and it is hit or miss. I have tried almost all of them and the ones I have tried have all failed - stuck on, died, exploded, electricity leak, etc....
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Trading 05/05/2007, 10:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 194
Posted By Rueg
PM sent. By the way - what size magnet? I have...

PM sent. By the way - what size magnet? I have thicker glass.
Forum: Reef Fishes 05/01/2007, 02:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 673
Posted By Rueg
Townsend angel and dwarf rusty angel in a 180...

Townsend angel and dwarf rusty angel in a 180 mixed. Though if they ate all of the soft corals I would be really happy. I just can't get rid of the stupid things and I want a all sps tank!
Forum: Reef Discussion 05/01/2007, 02:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,389
Posted By Rueg
Very cruel to the fish.

Very cruel to the fish.
Forum: Tampa Bay Reef Club 04/24/2007, 12:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 456
Posted By Rueg
9 hours. I did not vote since that wasn't an...

9 hours. I did not vote since that wasn't an option.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/24/2007, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 326
Posted By Rueg
I have been using a Enaly that I bought off of...

I have been using a Enaly that I bought off of ebay for around a year without any problems. Not the model mentioned above, but one without a built in timer. I think it is like 300U or something for...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 04/24/2007, 07:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 725
Posted By Rueg
Yes, this is a good deal. I have not seen any...

Yes, this is a good deal. I have not seen any Tunzes at 1/2 price because the demand is so high and you can't easily get new ones sometimes. Already have a 7094 multicontroller, so will be passing...
Forum: SPS Keepers 04/22/2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 797
Posted By Rueg
I have been running ozone around a year. ...

I have been running ozone around a year. Probably would have given up without it. Had bad algae and the ozone took care of it. I did buy a controller, but my ORP was always low and I didn't like...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 04/22/2007, 04:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 495
Posted By Rueg
If the sale doesn't go through let me know.

If the sale doesn't go through let me know.
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/22/2007, 04:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,323
Posted By Rueg
I have been running two Tunze 6100s on a...

I have been running two Tunze 6100s on a multi-controller for 3 years now and have been very happy with them.

The thing is do you want to wait for the controller for the Vortechs or do you want...
Forum: New to the Hobby 04/21/2007, 01:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 216
Posted By Rueg
I am using ReefCrystals and having the same...

I am using ReefCrystals and having the same problem, so I am doubting it is the salt. I have a beckett skimmer (MR-2) and it mixes a huge amount of air into the water. But unfortunately if that air...
Forum: New to the Hobby 04/21/2007, 11:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 216
Posted By Rueg
I have been struggling with a low PH for some...

I have been struggling with a low PH for some time. I thought people were crazy when they kept saying it must be a CO2 problem and not enough oxygen. So, I finally decided to do a little test now...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 04/19/2007, 10:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,111
Posted By Rueg
A My Reef Creations MR-2. Very happy with it. ...

A My Reef Creations MR-2. Very happy with it.

http://www.myreefcreations.com/psstandard.htm
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 04/19/2007, 10:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 357
Posted By Rueg
Also, our well water has tested high for nitrates...

Also, our well water has tested high for nitrates - 11mg/l, so they say it should not be used for infant formula preparation and pregnant mothers shouldn't drink it. We are pretty much surrounded by...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 04/19/2007, 07:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 357
Posted By Rueg
You don't need a dedicated chlorine cartridge on...

You don't need a dedicated chlorine cartridge on a well. I dump the waste saltwater from water changes outside and not down the drain. Too much saltwater could kill the bacteria in the septic tank....
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/19/2007, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 235
Posted By Rueg
I have a MR-2 and am very happy with it. Have...

I have a MR-2 and am very happy with it. Have had it for around 3 years now. One of the few items that I have been content with and haven't needed to replace!
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 04/18/2007, 03:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,004
Posted By Rueg
Do they have the older multi-piece impeller,...

Do they have the older multi-piece impeller, magnet, shaft assembly or do they have the newer molded one-piece? If they are a year old I am guessing they have the older multi-piece with the white...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 04/18/2007, 03:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,004
Posted By Rueg
Does it come with the moonlight?

Does it come with the moonlight?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/18/2007, 07:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 457
Posted By Rueg
By the way - you can run two heaters on any...

By the way - you can run two heaters on any controller if you don't exceed the power rating. You just get a plug you can plug the two heaters into. As long as you are not exceeding the power rating...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 04/18/2007, 07:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 457
Posted By Rueg
I am using the new heating tubes and so far, so...

I am using the new heating tubes and so far, so good. There is no thermostat in the tubes. I run two 300W elements on a ReefKeeper 2 controller. I would never run a heater without a controller of...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 04/18/2007, 07:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 399
Posted By Rueg
I like Seachem's Reef Advantage Magnesium and...

I like Seachem's Reef Advantage Magnesium and Calcium.

http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=SEA-ADMG1KG&Category_Code=
...
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/18/2007, 07:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 625
Posted By Rueg
I will second either the Eheim or the Oceanrunner...

I will second either the Eheim or the Oceanrunner for low heat.
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