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Forum: New to the Hobby 01/07/2008, 09:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 553
Posted By jsr
79 F on the low side, 82 F on the high side. This...

79 F on the low side, 82 F on the high side. This works for me. Again, all tanks are different. What works for me may not work in your tank. I try not to have more then 2* differance between high and...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/03/2008, 10:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 241
Posted By jsr
I would also test for calcium, KH, Phosphate. If...

I would also test for calcium, KH, Phosphate. If you have snails, they will use calcium to build their shells. KH is good to test if you want to add anything reef. Phosphate test are subjective but...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/03/2008, 10:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 399
Posted By jsr
Thanks bertoni. I just cant see wasting the sand...

Thanks bertoni. I just cant see wasting the sand and money. My plan is to clean the sand using tap water, let it soak for a few days in RO/DI, and then boil the sand in RO water. Yes, very time...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/03/2008, 10:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 399
Posted By jsr
Let me ask a very primitive question here. Why...

Let me ask a very primitive question here. Why does everyone seem to ditch the sand when they move/change tanks? Why cant you just clean the sand, dry it out, and use that for the new tank? Is there...
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/28/2007, 11:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 389
Posted By jsr
Well, $25 is really low for a skimmer. I dont...

Well, $25 is really low for a skimmer. I dont know anything about hang-on skimmers so I will not make a suggestion. I hope someone can help you out.
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/28/2007, 11:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By jsr
Nice start! [welcome]

Nice start!

[welcome]
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/28/2007, 11:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 389
Posted By jsr
What are you looking for? A HOB skimmer, in sump,...

What are you looking for? A HOB skimmer, in sump, or a recirc skimmer? What is your price range?
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/24/2007, 12:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 486
Posted By jsr
Yes, RR tanks have built in overflows for drains...

Yes, RR tanks have built in overflows for drains and returns. If you get a standard tank, you will either drill the tank or use a hang on back type overflow. Reef Ready is much easier in my opinion....
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 12/20/2007, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By jsr
Agree that my pumps are not the best, but for my...

Agree that my pumps are not the best, but for my current FOWLR tank, thay are more then enough. I dont have corals and do not plan on adding any SPS till I can afford it. I would love to have a few...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 12/20/2007, 09:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By jsr
Water flow is good. I have about 600GPH through...

Water flow is good. I have about 600GPH through the sump plus two K4's in the tank. All water perms are okay as well. I have a 0 reading for Nitrate/Nitrite and Ammonia. PH is around 8.1, constant....
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 12/20/2007, 09:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By jsr
Overdosing Magnisium

Is it possible to have too much magnesium in the tank? A few local folks said to speed caroline algae growth, just dose the tank high with Mg. It worked for me, but want to know what, if any, ill...
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/20/2007, 09:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By jsr
Yes. I dont know anytihng about the JEBO skimmers...

Yes. I dont know anytihng about the JEBO skimmers but I always power off the skimmer, remove and clean the cup, and power it back on once the cut is attached. If its anything like most skimmers, the...
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/20/2007, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 383
Posted By jsr
Have you checked Craigs List or you local reef...

Have you checked Craigs List or you local reef club? I have seen good live rock for about $2 a pound. Unfortunately, every time those deals come up I have no cash!
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/20/2007, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By jsr
Not to sound stupid here, but you do turn off the...

Not to sound stupid here, but you do turn off the skimmer before you dump it, right? Are you saying that it overflows after you clean it and power it back on?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 11:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
If you were keeping that anemone under the...

If you were keeping that anemone under the standard bulbs that would explain the issues. If you run 4 x 95W VHO's, you will have 5.8W per gallon of lighting. Your current setup, with standard lights,...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 09:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
Well, what do you have, or plan to have in the...

Well, what do you have, or plan to have in the tank? I run two actinic's and two 10k AquaSun bulbs. I like the mix of colors, but others may disagree. I also run a FOWLR tank, no corals at this time.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 08:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
I use the URI bland of VHO's. I like them because...

I use the URI bland of VHO's. I like them because they have a 180* reflector that focuses more light into the tank. I have ordered my bulbs from Marine Depot and Drs. Foster & Smith. I cannot buy VHO...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 08:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
Okay. So it seems to be a T12 bulb. Just so you...

Okay. So it seems to be a T12 bulb. Just so you know (if you don't) when folks talk about the "T" in a bulb, they are referring to the diameter of the bulb. A T12 (12 x 1/8) is 1.5 inches, a T5 5 x...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 08:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
Also, let me ask this... How big around is the...

Also, let me ask this... How big around is the bulb? Does it look like the lighting most folks use in the kitchen and garage, or is it a really skinny bulb? The T5 lights are 39W for a 3 foot bulb.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 08:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
So the bulbs say VHO? If so, they should be 95W,...

So the bulbs say VHO? If so, they should be 95W, not 30W. A 30W bulb is a standard T12 fluorescent that people use in their homes.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/18/2007, 07:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 446
Posted By jsr
Does the ballast look like this?. Here is a...

Does the ballast look like this?. Here is a link...

http://www.dtpetsupplies.com/catalog/product_info.php?language=en&currency=USD&products_id=3969

If so, then yes, it will power the 4 VHO...
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/17/2007, 07:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 307
Posted By jsr
Not to hijack the thread but is a cheap...

Not to hijack the thread but is a cheap refractometer better then a hydrometer? The one TeddyRock posted is only $20. Is it worth it?
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/16/2007, 10:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 425
Posted By jsr
Try this... ...

Try this...

http://www.reefcentral.com/calc/hlc2.php
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/06/2007, 09:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 657
Posted By jsr
Well, I guess the skimmer goes till I get the...

Well, I guess the skimmer goes till I get the algae under control. Thanks for the replys.
Forum: New to the Hobby 12/06/2007, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 264
Posted By jsr
I have a line on my sump that is my constant...

I have a line on my sump that is my constant water level. When I do water changes, I use the line to judge how much water I put back in. I pull out 15G week and replace the same. If I am not on the...
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