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Forum: SPS Keepers 01/01/2008, 01:22 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,945
Posted By reefrick.M
Going to new tank soon, will be using white...

Going to new tank soon, will be using white starboard for bottom. Currently have DSB. I want to be able to adjust flow without worring about sand blowing every where. Also like the idea of RDSB. Also...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/01/2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 657
Posted By reefrick.M
I have been using one for about 2 months. So far...

I have been using one for about 2 months. So far no problems, I got it from the LFS for 50.00. With that price it was worth a shot. I use mine with an Aqualifter pump,CaribSea ARM,Milwaukee...
Forum: SPS Keepers 01/01/2008, 09:07 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 36,710
Posted By reefrick.M
Smile Happy New Year 08'. Here's a few pics of my 55. I...

Happy New Year 08'. Here's a few pics of my 55. I have out grown it and within the next month or so will be going to a BB 120 with the sump going into the basement.;) ...
Forum: Nano Reefs 11/12/2006, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 274
Posted By reefrick.M
anarchtech... the sponge is still there but I...

anarchtech... the sponge is still there but I will be running with out it at some point. I believe the LR rubble is a bettter choice for filtration than the bio balls. I will also add some kind of...
Forum: Nano Reefs 11/12/2006, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 274
Posted By reefrick.M
14g Bio-Cube...

Yesterday I set up my 14 gallon BC. I used 10 lbs of LS along with about 14 lbs of LR. I removed the Bio Balls from the center chamber and added LR rubble in mesh bags. I'm not sure what I'm going to...
Forum: SPS Keepers 06/18/2006, 08:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 248
Posted By reefrick.M
I've got Red Bugs...

Well I noticed yesterday that one of my Acros has those little red buggers on it. I haven't added anything lately so I wonder how long I've had them. I ordered some Interceptor from the internet but...
Forum: Reef Discussion 05/21/2006, 10:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 407
Posted By reefrick.M
I have 2 in my tank. Mine actually swim around...

I have 2 in my tank. Mine actually swim around from time to time. For the most part they stay apart on opposite sides of the tank. Mine are very aggressive at feeding time, going right after the...
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/16/2006, 05:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 635
Posted By reefrick.M
I also feed a frozen Cyclopeeze/oyster egg combo....

I also feed a frozen Cyclopeeze/oyster egg combo. Corals and fish seem to enjoy it.:)
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/16/2006, 04:29 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,492
Posted By reefrick.M
Seachem Reef Salt since the start of my latest...

Seachem Reef Salt since the start of my latest reef tank.
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/15/2006, 03:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 762
Posted By reefrick.M
Thanks everyone... The tank is a 55 gl. I run 2...

Thanks everyone... The tank is a 55 gl. I run 2 175w 10k XM MH's with 2 54w T5's. One is a Blue + and the other is a Pure Actinic.
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/14/2006, 07:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 762
Posted By reefrick.M
6 Month Old Tank...Pics

My tank has hit the 6 month mark and would like to share some pics...
http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/500/104235Right_Side_May.JPG
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Forum: Connecticut Area Reef Society (C.T.A.R.S.) 05/14/2006, 10:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 265
Posted By reefrick.M
I've seen that there for a long time. Funny I was...

I've seen that there for a long time. Funny I was down there yesterday and it was gone. Now I see your post and congrats! Thought about that one several times but didn't have a spot for it.
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/10/2006, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By reefrick.M
When I first put it in I would see the most PE at...

When I first put it in I would see the most PE at night after the lights went out. Now what you see in the pic is what I have thru out the day also.
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/09/2006, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By reefrick.M
Here's mine...:) ...

Here's mine...:)
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Forum: SPS Keepers 05/08/2006, 03:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 306
Posted By reefrick.M
I had to bring mine back to the LFS. Munched down...

I had to bring mine back to the LFS. Munched down the polyps on 2 of my Millepora's. For such a small fish it did a lot of damage to my frags. They all recovered after it's removal. There was no...
Forum: SPS Keepers 05/07/2006, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 383
Posted By reefrick.M
I've been using Seachem Reef Salt since the start...

I've been using Seachem Reef Salt since the start of my tank last Oct. I don't know when they changed formula's but I picked up a 5 gallon pale at the LFS and have since ordered from Marine Depot a...
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/07/2006, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 213
Posted By reefrick.M
Most all your plumbing needs can be bought at the...

Most all your plumbing needs can be bought at the likes of Home Depot.
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/07/2006, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 273
Posted By reefrick.M
I brought my levels up with the 2 part B-Ionic. I...

I brought my levels up with the 2 part B-Ionic. I just drip Kalk every night and have no problems maintaining 450 ppm CA and 12 dKH Alk. I have 4 clams and mostly SPS in my 55 gl tank.
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/07/2006, 03:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 691
Posted By reefrick.M
Here's mine at 5 months. Still need to fill in...

Here's mine at 5 months. Still need to fill in some spots.

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/500/104235DSC00960.jpg
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/28/2006, 06:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 192
Posted By reefrick.M
My RODI water goes into a 30 gallon RubberMaid...

My RODI water goes into a 30 gallon RubberMaid container. No problems that I can see from it's use.
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/24/2006, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 385
Posted By reefrick.M
I have had great success with Plumbers and...

I have had great success with Plumbers and AquaMend Epoxy. You have to really mix it together and also get it wet while your kneading it. I got some on my LR rock where I moved the frag off but it's...
Forum: SPS Keepers 03/20/2006, 08:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 541
Posted By reefrick.M
I use AquaMend Epoxy all the time to attach my...

I use AquaMend Epoxy all the time to attach my frags, no problems like that with my corals.
http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/500/104235DSC00942.JPG
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/17/2006, 06:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 149
Posted By reefrick.M
I've been using it since the start of my lastest...

I've been using it since the start of my lastest tank. I can't say that I have any issues with it. I have sps, lps and softies and all are growing and doing well. I just drip kalkwasser to maintain a...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/17/2006, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 245
Posted By reefrick.M
I just use a work light from Home Depot.The one...

I just use a work light from Home Depot.The one with the clamp and take the metal shield off. I put in one of the energy saver bulbs with the built in reflector. It has a rating of 75 watts and uses...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/15/2006, 08:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 679
Posted By reefrick.M
ACBlinky... I thought the same about slapping his...

ACBlinky... I thought the same about slapping his tail in the sand. He's always on the prowl thru the LR. It just doesn't seem like he's looking for something to eat though after he slaps his tail in...
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