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Forum: Do It Yourself 11/29/2007, 05:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 759
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I used to use Vinyl spray paint from the...

I used to use Vinyl spray paint from the Automitive store. It is for vinyl tops and seats. Had inverts growing on it. no problem if let to cure for about a week untill all the stink was gone.
Forum: Do It Yourself 11/29/2007, 05:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 759
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Make sure you break the shine layer on the...

Make sure you break the shine layer on the surface of the pvc or event fusion will flake off over time. I use the purple pvc cleaner then paint when dry. Be careful about temp and humidity. I have...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/25/2007, 06:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 575
Posted By Aquayne_wv
krylon is the only way to go on pvc. Use a gloss...

krylon is the only way to go on pvc. Use a gloss buster first like the pipe cleaner used before glueing parts together. You can also use sandpaper but it roughs up the surface too much.
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/25/2007, 07:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,434
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Yes the u bends must be long to facilitate a...

Yes the u bends must be long to facilitate a functioning siphon.

Wayne
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/24/2007, 04:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,434
Posted By Aquayne_wv
There is no reason to shorten the fittings. You...

There is no reason to shorten the fittings. You have to twist the unit like a trumpet anyway up against the glass for stability.

By the way you can make your own bulkheads by using the male female...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/24/2007, 10:07 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,898
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I once built a 2' square tank lined with...

I once built a 2' square tank lined with plexiglass. The plexiglass pulled away from the top slightly and a freak pray of water from my return line put water down behind the plexi. It went unnoticed...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/24/2007, 09:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,434
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Notice the tall pipe connected to the top of the...

Notice the tall pipe connected to the top of the fitting on the outside of the unit. It has to be tall because sometimes water will get pushed up and out onto your floor. that fitting takes the...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/24/2007, 07:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,434
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I posted a thread some years ago on this topic...

I posted a thread some years ago on this topic but I cannot find it now. Here is a thread to reverence.
Wayne
http://www.3reef.com/forums/i-made/nice-cheap-diy-overflow-29396-4.html
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/18/2007, 09:36 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 27,494
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Can the unit run on ac but actually switch a DC...

Can the unit run on ac but actually switch a DC circuit?
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/18/2007, 06:10 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 27,494
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Great mod

How have these held up over time?
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/23/2007, 09:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 710
Posted By Aquayne_wv
The bottoms of all tanks over 20 gal are tempered...

The bottoms of all tanks over 20 gal are tempered and most smaller ones now. The sides are often not tempered.
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 01/02/2007, 07:26 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,399
Posted By Aquayne_wv
How much light does Xenia need? Wayne

How much light does Xenia need?

Wayne
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 01/02/2007, 07:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 448
Posted By Aquayne_wv
You are a truely blessed man. To be strong...

You are a truely blessed man.
To be strong enough to help your Father do something he was unable to do alone, then help a neighbor rebuild a fence and save their investment in cattle and save...
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 12/27/2006, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 210
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I made everything from scratch using a dremel. I...

I made everything from scratch using a dremel. I dont buy kits. It takes all of the challenge out of it.

Wayne
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 12/27/2006, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 210
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I made one of the mods. It works well. The cost...

I made one of the mods. It works well. The cost difference makes it attractive. The more you make the cheaper they are to build.
The mods for the Aquaclear 802's looks even better but I have not...
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 12/15/2006, 09:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,066
Posted By Aquayne_wv
How did the meeting at Ralph's go? Wayne

How did the meeting at Ralph's go?

Wayne
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 12/12/2006, 07:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,066
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Terry, Please have another try. I just cannot...

Terry,
Please have another try. I just cannot get out of being on call. Suicide attempts are high this time of year.

We used to have good luck with Thursdays. I was the one who got it changed...
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 12/10/2006, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 333
Posted By Aquayne_wv
Are there any Freshwater Aquarium Clubs in the area?

I admire how your club enjoys the reef hobby. It is just not my cup of tea. I just do not have the time, space or money.

I was hoping that there was a freshwater club in WV area. I used to be a...
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 11/28/2006, 08:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 644
Posted By Aquayne_wv
What kind of scale are you considering. The...

What kind of scale are you considering. The aquariums I have visited were 10's of Millions of Dollars to build.
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 11/27/2006, 07:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 644
Posted By Aquayne_wv
This has been a Pipe dream of mine for some years...

This has been a Pipe dream of mine for some years now. I believe the only way that anything like this has a chance is if there is an objective beyond the love of the hobby. As much as our local...
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 11/27/2006, 07:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 297
Posted By Aquayne_wv
You're Kidding right?

You're Kidding right?
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/10/2006, 09:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 403
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I can get some tomorrow. I put mine outside in a...

I can get some tomorrow. I put mine outside in a plastic storage tub under a rain spout.

Wayne
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/10/2006, 08:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 403
Posted By Aquayne_wv
be careful about oyster shell. some brands have...

be careful about oyster shell. some brands have much organic matter than others. When in doubt soak in bleach solution over night.
The most amazing method for making reef plugs and sockets on hand...
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 09/10/2006, 04:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,025
Posted By Aquayne_wv
I should have done the cut and paste spell check...

I should have done the cut and paste spell check trick. Sorry
Forum: Chemical Valley Reef Club 09/10/2006, 04:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,025
Posted By Aquayne_wv
The major users of diesel are commercial trucks....

The major users of diesel are commercial trucks. I believe there are additional taxes on deisel.

Wayne
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