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Forum: Do It Yourself 01/09/2008, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By kingsland
My RO/DI and saltwater mixup is located in the...

My RO/DI and saltwater mixup is located in the laundry room. That is also where the hvac system and hot water heater are located. I have not noticed any problems of any kind. I do have a floor...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/06/2008, 05:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,868
Posted By kingsland
Dsandfort, The rockwork is a nice touch to a...

Dsandfort,

The rockwork is a nice touch to a good looking tank! It fits right in.

Ricks and SunnyX, those are gorgeous corals!
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/06/2008, 10:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,868
Posted By kingsland
Demonic, Thanks for the compliment and I...

Demonic,

Thanks for the compliment and I don't mind you posting the picture. I've been working on the 220 since August 07 so it is still fairly new. Beautiful tanks everyone! Here is the link...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/04/2008, 09:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 507
Posted By kingsland
In the summer, stick a broom handle or piece of...

In the summer, stick a broom handle or piece of PVC in it and lay it in the sun.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/03/2008, 12:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,405
Posted By kingsland
No effects from either the primer or the paint.

No effects from either the primer or the paint.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/02/2008, 11:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,405
Posted By kingsland
Hey Jenni. I love the remote sump. It is way...

Hey Jenni. I love the remote sump. It is way too easy to clean, adjust, and everything else you need to do. Just let me know when you're ready. Yes, I finally painted it after I decided what to...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/02/2008, 09:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,735
Posted By kingsland
Try a stained glass shop for a grinding bit. ...

Try a stained glass shop for a grinding bit. Works great.
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/01/2008, 08:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,405
Posted By kingsland
Since the earlier post, some additional work has...

Since the earlier post, some additional work has been done to the stand. The original sump was taken down and a remote sump installed. The supports were reconfigured and a floor installed. Some...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/01/2008, 04:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 739
Posted By kingsland
I just did a 75 vertically. Drop the water level...

I just did a 75 vertically. Drop the water level below the hole. Use a hole saw to cut a hole in a square piece of 1 X 4. Use duct tape to seal the template to the glass on all four sides. This...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/01/2008, 01:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,405
Posted By kingsland
Here are a few pictures on my in-wall 220. Also...

Here are a few pictures on my in-wall 220. Also a link to the build thread that started me down this path. My stand is built more or less just like Tasher's.

Tashier's
...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/30/2007, 11:16 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,877
Posted By kingsland
We spent eight years remodeling every room in our...

We spent eight years remodeling every room in our house. I love our table saw and it is an invaluable tool. My favorite tool and the one that I have used the most for everything from trim work, to...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/19/2007, 07:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,573
Posted By kingsland
The product specification sheet for DC 795 states...

The product specification sheet for DC 795 states that it should not be used "on surfaces that are continuously immersed in water".

http://www1.dowcorning.com/DataFiles/090007c880001f03.pdf
...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/18/2007, 11:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,573
Posted By kingsland
Does anyone have any idea what the tank...

Does anyone have any idea what the tank manufacturers use to bond the overflows to the glass? Mine appear to be watertight.
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/17/2007, 10:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,190
Posted By kingsland
Would you mind doing a step by step explanation?

Would you mind doing a step by step explanation?
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/09/2007, 11:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 775
Posted By kingsland
Here is a link to my 220 in-wall build, its close...

Here is a link to my 220 in-wall build, its close to being finished (if there is such a thing as finished). Somewhere in the first couple of pages are links to two other builds that were very...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/08/2007, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 603
Posted By kingsland
You can sometimes find them at Target, Penny's,...

You can sometimes find them at Target, Penny's, fabric stores and I think Lowe's may carry them. Look in the drapery and/or vertical blind section. They are replacement rods for vertical blinds...
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/08/2007, 12:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 603
Posted By kingsland
How often you change it will depend upon the...

How often you change it will depend upon the amount of water flowing through it and how quickly it becomes dirty. It is amazing how much gunk they trap. IMO its best to rinse them frequently.
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/07/2007, 11:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 603
Posted By kingsland
Thanks, it traps all bubbles from the drain lines...

Thanks, it traps all bubbles from the drain lines and skimmer. About $7.00 in material to make two felt bags and the frame.
Forum: Do It Yourself 12/07/2007, 10:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 603
Posted By kingsland
You could try something like this on a smaller...

You could try something like this on a smaller scale. It is made from felt that hangs on a PVC frame and can be removed for washing. If your need rings, you might be able to use circular knitting...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 03/21/2007, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By kingsland
Thanks so much for the response that helps a lot....

Thanks so much for the response that helps a lot. I measurements for about a week while I was waiting for everything to arrive. Still taking them daily while try to get the alk stabilized. Down to...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 03/19/2007, 08:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By kingsland
I hope someone will answer you question, I just...

I hope someone will answer you question, I just installed a new Cal reactor myself. My alk is around 10 dkh but I can't seem to get the calcium up. A bit frustrating to say the least.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 03/19/2007, 08:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By kingsland
I hope someone will answer you question, I just...

I hope someone will answer you question, I just installed a new Cal reactor myself. My alk is around 10 dkh but I can't seem to get the calcium up. A bit frustrating to say the least.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 07/07/2006, 10:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 332
Posted By kingsland
Boomer, There is no doubt that I have a...

Boomer,

There is no doubt that I have a tendency to overdo everything :) I must have one of the cheap ones (although it seemed overpriced to me) as it has only one screw and no LED. The thing I...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 07/06/2006, 10:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 332
Posted By kingsland
King, The Pinpoint calibration fluids are ph...

King,

The Pinpoint calibration fluids are ph 7.00 and 10.00 + or - .002 at 77 degrees (clearly stated on the front of the packages). The temperature compensation tables are on the back of the...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 07/06/2006, 09:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 332
Posted By kingsland
I ordered extra calibration fluids and an ac...

I ordered extra calibration fluids and an ac adapter directly from American Marine (the manufacturer of the monitor). The teperature compensations listed on the packages are as follows:

Temp ...
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