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Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/22/2007, 03:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 663
Posted By lakeRat
I've sent a PM.

I've sent a PM.
Forum: Kentucky Reef Society 03/22/2007, 10:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,204
Posted By lakeRat
Henderson Racing.....I knew I've seen that...

Henderson Racing.....I knew I've seen that somewhere! I've seen you on LMAS and had it in my head you were in Louisville. You mentioning you were in Stanford rung a bell. I've seen the Henderson...
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/21/2007, 10:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By lakeRat
For others that are interested in the "fan across...

For others that are interested in the "fan across water" method of aquarium cooling, it can be done a lot cheaper.

I just picked up a case of 26 used PC fans from eBay at a whopping cost of...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/17/2007, 08:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 491
Posted By lakeRat
Thanks for the replies everyone. I knew I...

Thanks for the replies everyone.

I knew I might be pushing the time limit on stocking. Once everything settled I started with the first clown, hoping for two but the LFS only had one. Bought...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/17/2007, 05:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 491
Posted By lakeRat
Yes I did test for copper, but using the SeaChem...

Yes I did test for copper, but using the SeaChem test, neither the reference solution or my water showed any results. So, that was fairly useless. Due to my inverts thriving, I assume I do not have...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/17/2007, 12:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 491
Posted By lakeRat
The first clown hung around the overflow near the...

The first clown hung around the overflow near the top. Never went anywhere and had a high respiration rate and did not eat.

The second clown brought the first to life, exploring the tank. This...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/17/2007, 02:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 491
Posted By lakeRat
Yes, the 10g QT tank is currently up and running....

Yes, the 10g QT tank is currently up and running. Just set it up 2 days ago for the possibility I get brave enough to buy more fish!

Also, the second clown was bought after the first had been in...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/17/2007, 01:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 491
Posted By lakeRat
Why can't I get a clown to live?

OK, this is somewhat embarrassing and very disheartening, but I have killed 3 clowns so far.

Here's the rundown, because I know it's part of the routine.

SG - 1.0255 to 1.026 Always steady in...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/14/2007, 05:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,520
Posted By lakeRat
Box empty now....I received one message, were you...

Box empty now....I received one message, were you trying to send another?
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/14/2007, 12:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 693
Posted By lakeRat
I just noticed the blue....Are the sides of the...

I just noticed the blue....Are the sides of the tank blue acrylic? Or is that a protective wrap?
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 03/14/2007, 12:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 693
Posted By lakeRat
What are the dimensions of the tank please?

What are the dimensions of the tank please?
Forum: Kentucky Reef Society 02/26/2007, 01:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By lakeRat
Also, to help KRS get started, please print out...

Also, to help KRS get started, please print out and post the following PDF document in your local fish stores.

First Meeting PDF (http://kyreefsociety.com/first_meeting.pdf)

Thanks
Forum: Kentucky Reef Society 02/13/2007, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 526
Posted By lakeRat
I forgot to mention, the Kentucky Reef Society...

I forgot to mention, the Kentucky Reef Society website is at

http://www.kyreefsociety.com
Forum: Kentucky Reef Society 02/13/2007, 03:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 526
Posted By lakeRat
Thank you! While the site is not complete,...

Thank you!

While the site is not complete, the forum is fully up and running. As anyone comes along to KRS, you are welcome to submit ideas for the site, and the club's activities/locations.
...
Forum: New to the Hobby 02/11/2007, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 252
Posted By lakeRat
A recent thread about the same subject: ...

A recent thread about the same subject:

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1015739
Forum: Zoanthids 02/11/2007, 12:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 526
Posted By lakeRat
My wife stopped by the LFS, with me on the cell...

My wife stopped by the LFS, with me on the cell with her, to pick up some stuff. I told her to look in the coral tank and see if there was anything cheap for my first coral. After some candid...
Forum: New to the Hobby 02/09/2007, 10:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 910
Posted By lakeRat
I acknowledge there's more than one way to skin a...

I acknowledge there's more than one way to skin a cat, and with this hobby there's always more than one right way. But, when setting up my sump and fuge, I skim first, then to the fuge, then to the...
Forum: New to the Hobby 02/08/2007, 01:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,933
Posted By lakeRat
I'm no expert, as I have just joined this hobby...

I'm no expert, as I have just joined this hobby in mid December, but I have done a lot of research into Mandarins because I plan to keep one myself.

The OP has made a wise choice to pass on the...
Forum: Do It Yourself 02/01/2007, 02:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 243
Posted By lakeRat
I don't actually plan for a permanent install of...

I don't actually plan for a permanent install of this stuff, but it's given me some ideas. Between my boat, my Dad's bass boat (which I own half of), and Dad's pop-up camper there's 7 deep cycle...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/28/2007, 12:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By lakeRat
"When in doubt, leave it out" If you're...

"When in doubt, leave it out"

If you're really struggling to reassure yourself whether it's safe our not, why risk it? Just get some silicone that is for aquarium use.

Lowes, and other...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/27/2007, 08:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 414
Posted By lakeRat
I'm glad to see someone else is taking the "nano...

I'm glad to see someone else is taking the "nano fish" approach to a take my size. I definatly want a peaceful, "everybody just get along" tank.

No royal gamma eh? My wife's not going to be...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/26/2007, 04:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 414
Posted By lakeRat
OK, so my schooling idea has been shot down like...

OK, so my schooling idea has been shot down like a hot air balloon.....leaves me feeling deflated. :rolleyes:

Should I just leave my stocking list where it is without the school anyway? I felt...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/26/2007, 12:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 414
Posted By lakeRat
Cardinals and Chromis will not school in less...

Cardinals and Chromis will not school in less than a 1000g tank? I guess if that's the case, I'm SOL.

Any recommendations for another open swimming small fish? Does anyone out there have the...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/26/2007, 03:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 414
Posted By lakeRat
Stocking Ideas and Schooling Nano Fish?

Ok, first my setup: 55g Main Tank, 10g sump, 10g fuge, 2-175W MH, 80W Actinic, 85lbs LR, 2" DT sand bed, DSB in fuge, (both sand beds are fine sand), 32X turnover rate. Tank has been set up since...
Forum: Do It Yourself 01/24/2007, 03:22 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,141
Posted By lakeRat
Actually, the flow from the main tank is split...

Actually, the flow from the main tank is split between the sump and fuge, then the little overflow dumps from the fuge into the sump, but yes, it's just a 3/4" DIY overflow. It's not the best...
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