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Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/01/2008, 12:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 536
Posted By HoopsGuru
No, they are actually body knockoffs of a Tunze...

No, they are actually body knockoffs of a Tunze line of skimmers.

Walmart - I have no idea, I've got lots on my plate at the moment.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/31/2007, 09:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 536
Posted By HoopsGuru
Yes, the pumps are now fully epoxied.

Yes, the pumps are now fully epoxied.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/31/2007, 08:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 536
Posted By HoopsGuru
My site (reefnut) is closed until I can open up a...

My site (reefnut) is closed until I can open up a much improved one, sorry for the inconvenience.

http://www.onlineaquatic.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=141

This is another site...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/30/2007, 08:50 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
For under 10 bucks I went to my LFS and got...

For under 10 bucks I went to my LFS and got something similar to this:

http://www.thatpetplace.com/images/presentation/P19542.jpg

and stretched it over the top of the standpipe. This makes the...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/09/2007, 03:37 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I indeed received a new price list, but no...

I indeed received a new price list, but no effective date so currently I do not have them active on my site anymore.

In response to your question, yes, you could simple epoxy or silicone the back...
Forum: Reef Discussion 09/28/2007, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 450
Posted By HoopsGuru
This article is a wealth of info and should give...

This article is a wealth of info and should give you some ideas:

http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2002-11/fm/feature/index.php
Forum: Responsible Reefkeeping 09/27/2007, 12:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,377
Posted By HoopsGuru
Keep in mind you already have livestock that...

Keep in mind you already have livestock that cannot be returned to the wild. If the animals are the focal point, frag and trade away all of your corals. Then, you can reduce your lighting to simple...
Forum: Reef Discussion 09/27/2007, 10:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,579
Posted By HoopsGuru
I don't think a few smaller claims would have an...

I don't think a few smaller claims would have an impact on getting insurance. IME, insurance companies will only deny insurance to those folks with a track record for major claims, which when run...
Forum: Reef Discussion 09/26/2007, 11:36 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,579
Posted By HoopsGuru
I would venture that this would be an individual...

I would venture that this would be an individual choice based on your policy, most specifically your deductible and consideration of a premium increase.

For me, I would likely pay for $2,000 in...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/13/2007, 09:41 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I'm sure with one photo of your rusty spot, you...

I'm sure with one photo of your rusty spot, you can get another set. I received an email with the price increase 3 days ago and it included that the pump problem has been fixed. While it's...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/13/2007, 07:17 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
Jim, I would just consider pulling that one pump...

Jim, I would just consider pulling that one pump and covering the area in epoxy. Maybe even do all three one at a time with epoxy, even if they look fine. I'll be pulling my pumps in about two...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/12/2007, 07:37 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
Unfortunate news, the wholesale price is going up...

Unfortunate news, the wholesale price is going up by almost 30%. For the Classic 400, this will be a price of around $302 + shipping at my typical markup. The good news is that they are actively...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/31/2007, 11:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By HoopsGuru
I tried the fuge, it wasn't large enough to help...

I tried the fuge, it wasn't large enough to help and I don't have room for more than the current one (about 29g). I started limewater today. When I get to Home Depot again I am going to get 100' of...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/31/2007, 10:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By HoopsGuru
After browsing and finding a recently...

After browsing and finding a recently Holmes-Farley article (http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2007-05/rhf/index.php), I suppose I will see if I can handle it first with limewater.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/30/2007, 07:29 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I think it's just human nature. I am also into...

I think it's just human nature. I am also into RC planes and such and people cannot help but to tinker with almost every model they bring home even if it works well from the box. Insert the old...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/30/2007, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By HoopsGuru
Is this only an AC issue? My tank started in...

Is this only an AC issue? My tank started in September but I did not get my PH monitor until the spring so I don't know if the heat did or will do the same. If I have to keep a window open in the...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/30/2007, 06:19 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I ran my original pumps until they had thick...

I ran my original pumps until they had thick coatings of rust on them, I mean you could not really visualize what the metal plate was supposed to look like on the back. Other than some extra...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/30/2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By HoopsGuru
Air Conditioning and PH

My fish tank is built into a wall in my basement. In the unfinished side where the tank is is my electric heat pump. The air return for the heat pump is located on my first floor so I didn't think...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/09/2007, 09:22 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I'm fresh out of explanations, I'll post when...

I'm fresh out of explanations, I'll post when they have new pumps available....I mean new ones not just more king590's. Now I still have to ponder whether the new skimmers are leaving with exposed...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 07/19/2007, 06:37 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I'd be suprised if they were a new brand from a...

I'd be suprised if they were a new brand from a new manufacturer, at least I have not been given any info like that. Perhaps they are just an "updated" 590. Please update me if they are something...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 07/03/2007, 04:32 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
My 400 on the bottom of my sump in approx. 7" of...

My 400 on the bottom of my sump in approx. 7" of water.

Just an additional notice, due to personal reasons, I'm going to be off of the board until Monday 7/9 and may likely not answer emails...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/29/2007, 10:13 AM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
I have them available again, but they are still...

I have them available again, but they are still not being shipped quite yet. http://www.reefnut.com/reefshop/index.php?cPath=47
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/27/2007, 09:07 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
No worries, I don't want you to think that soap...

No worries, I don't want you to think that soap box speech was targeted at you specifically. It was a catch all for anyone that is considering a refund after they receive working replacements. ...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/27/2007, 09:02 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
100% agreed, but I believe you will be satisfied...

100% agreed, but I believe you will be satisfied with the proper replacement.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/26/2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 42,426
Posted By HoopsGuru
Thanks for the photos. Apparently, the first...

Thanks for the photos. Apparently, the first replacement pumps back from the manufacturer have the thin covering on the metal plating, ones manufactured after, have a thicker epoxy and are the ones...
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