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Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/11/2008, 08:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,194
Posted By JohnnyM2
Come to think of it, according to my log, I...

Come to think of it, according to my log, I treated the system with Red Slime Remover to treat a cyano outbreak that I was able to stop but not eliminate with new PhosBan, multiple water changes,...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/11/2008, 08:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,194
Posted By JohnnyM2
Randy, that sounds like a reasonable possibility....

Randy, that sounds like a reasonable possibility. I have about 2 inches of sand a substrate, mostly covered by LR. Is it common for the live sand to start contaminating the system after a period of...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/09/2008, 02:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,003
Posted By JohnnyM2
After you have eliminated all the cause of cyano,...

After you have eliminated all the cause of cyano, you may need to treat it if it is severe. A product called Red Slime Remover works well and safely if you follow the instructions.
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/09/2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,344
Posted By JohnnyM2
Also, if you cycle your water only, the tank will...

Also, if you cycle your water only, the tank will need to cycle all over again when you add LR and substrate. dileggi is correct, brand new skimmers often do little for a week or so but listen to the...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/09/2008, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,194
Posted By JohnnyM2
Thanks for your responses. I am fairly certain...

Thanks for your responses. I am fairly certain the probe is OK. First of all it was the condition of the corals that made me look for a cause and the only apparent problem was ORP which had dropped...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/08/2008, 10:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,707
Posted By JohnnyM2
Or you could attach a piece of plywood to the...

Or you could attach a piece of plywood to the crappy ceiling using plenty of the right kind of screws and attach your light to that. Don't give my name to your landlord.
Forum: Florida Marine Aquarium Society (FMAS) - Miami/Ft. Lauderdale 01/08/2008, 10:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,764
Posted By JohnnyM2
Someone had a tank of the month last year with...

Someone had a tank of the month last year with sump in garage. Very successful but he did comment heat was a problem. His sump was just behind the display tank on the other side of that wall. Hope...
Forum: Fish Disease Treatment 01/08/2008, 10:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,942
Posted By JohnnyM2
Your quarantine tank doesn't need to be pretty. A...

Your quarantine tank doesn't need to be pretty. A big rubbermaid trash can (new obviously and rinsed out with white vinegar and RO/DI water before using) will be fine. Buy a small air pump and stone...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/08/2008, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,194
Posted By JohnnyM2
Unhappy Can you explain this Redox issue?

My 90 gal reef tank has been running one year and I have taken pains to maintain water quality as perfect as I know how: RO/DI water, 4 ea. 650-850 gal/hr power heads (SEIO and Koaralia), chiller and...
Forum: Reef Discussion 04/20/2007, 08:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 583
Posted By JohnnyM2
You can hook up float switches to the...

You can hook up float switches to the Aquacontroller III for a fairly cheap ATO system or buy the Oceanus Systems product. I have the AC3 and really like it but I use the Oceanus systems unit for top...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 03/22/2007, 01:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 660
Posted By JohnnyM2
Strips and surge protectors are rated for...

Strips and surge protectors are rated for amperage. Anyone getting one should measure the current draw (use a Kill-a-Watt device available for less than $30) on each strip/surge device and on get a...
Forum: Central Oklahoma Marine Aquarium Society 03/22/2007, 12:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 702
Posted By JohnnyM2
DG, I started a thread about this a couple of...

DG, I started a thread about this a couple of months ago. After reading all the replies, I settled on the following:
1 fan blowing along the length of my light reflector to cool the MH's and cause...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/06/2007, 12:30 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,307
Posted By JohnnyM2
The difference is that we really can do something...

The difference is that we really can do something about overfishing and coastal water pollution. The real inconvenient truth about global warming is that its part of a natural cycle and trading in...
Forum: Southern California Reefers 03/06/2007, 12:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 279
Posted By JohnnyM2
The link is down because they are rebuilding the...

The link is down because they are rebuilding the site with all of their new & advanced products. You can email Steve at sales@oceanussystems.com. He always gets back to me within about 24 hours. I...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/06/2007, 12:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 185
Posted By JohnnyM2
Don't focus on buffers because alkalinity and...

Don't focus on buffers because alkalinity and calcium are linked. To maintain proper pH, your system needs to be at equilibrium with both sufficent calcium and carbonate to maintain the equilibrium....
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/05/2007, 12:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 347
Posted By JohnnyM2
Get some AmmoLok for your QT tank. It will lock...

Get some AmmoLok for your QT tank. It will lock up the ammonia so it isn't toxic. Then don't bother testing until you have changed the water because, with AmmoLok, you will test positive for ammonia.
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/04/2007, 02:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 147
Posted By JohnnyM2
You need to shim the tank with something that...

You need to shim the tank with something that won't compress. First make sure your stand is level in both dimensions and sits flat on the floor. Shim the bottom of the stand if necessary (you can get...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 03/04/2007, 02:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 218
Posted By JohnnyM2
I agree with gstuman and don't understand why...

I agree with gstuman and don't understand why others are so insistant on separate units. I have the TECO unit and have been operating it for two months after reading positive reviews. It is great to...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/03/2007, 06:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 279
Posted By JohnnyM2
Sorry about the downer slingham. I just hate to...

Sorry about the downer slingham. I just hate to see someone end up disappointed when their tank begins to fail and they don't have the resources to keep it going. We see it on RC all the time. It's...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/02/2007, 10:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 279
Posted By JohnnyM2
Here's the bad news: Don't even bother to mess...

Here's the bad news: Don't even bother to mess with this tank unless you have a grand to spend. I was "given" a 29 gal tank with HOB filter, heater and a few LR. If I add up my additional 50 lbs live...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/02/2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 268
Posted By JohnnyM2
Don't do it. Get a bigger tank or go for smaller...

Don't do it. Get a bigger tank or go for smaller fish. There is a reason people suggest bigger tanks for tangs. They just don't do well in smaller tanks. Do you really want to spend the big bucks and...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/02/2007, 09:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 573
Posted By JohnnyM2
I don't believe that (no more than 2 to 12 times...

I don't believe that (no more than 2 to 12 times per 12 hours) I am running 700 gph (8400 gallons every 12 hours) This is 84 times my tank and refugium/sump. It is working great. I can't even imagine...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/02/2007, 08:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 301
Posted By JohnnyM2
Kevin, as davocean points out, I am trying to...

Kevin, as davocean points out, I am trying to allow for good circulation, cleaning and positioning small powerheads behind the reef. Not saying thats the way to do it. Just feeling my way along here....
Forum: New to the Hobby 03/02/2007, 10:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 573
Posted By JohnnyM2
Your Remora is a great skimmer. It may be...

Your Remora is a great skimmer. It may be undersized but it would then be filling up rapidly. Check the height of the collection cup. If you have the O-ring holding it too high, it won't skim. try...
Forum: Reef Discussion 03/02/2007, 07:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 301
Posted By JohnnyM2
Anyone have any advice?

Anyone have any advice?
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