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Forum: Do It Yourself 09/10/2006, 01:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 399
Posted By bljohnson
How do you clean between the two layers of...

How do you clean between the two layers of acrylic?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/10/2006, 11:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 326
Posted By bljohnson
I have one and would not get another one. I...

I have one and would not get another one. I have also owned a Tek Light and would not buy another one.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/06/2006, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 182
Posted By bljohnson
Skylar - It is very nice to see that RC is such a...

Skylar - It is very nice to see that RC is such a *friendly* environment.

Triggerfish1976 - I am giving you first hand experience of ozone use. You may also want to do a search or even read some...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/05/2006, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 256
Posted By bljohnson
Ask for low iron glass (ie starphire) - there are...

Ask for low iron glass (ie starphire) - there are multiple people that used PAR meters with regular glass vs low iron and they all report higher PAR levels with low iron glass.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/05/2006, 12:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 182
Posted By bljohnson
I have a Euroreef which is basically the same as...

I have a Euroreef which is basically the same as an ASM - you need to either *raise* the tube that controls the water leaving the skimmer or you need to *close* your gate valve a little - depending...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 08/04/2006, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 182
Posted By bljohnson
This is completely normal for using ozone - you...

This is completely normal for using ozone - you need to switch to "wet skimming" to compensate. You need to keep an eye on SG b/c you will be adding more top off water when you are wet skimming...
Forum: Northern Valley Reefers (NVR) 07/19/2006, 01:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,069
Posted By bljohnson
Was it the "usual" since Danny has taken over or...

Was it the "usual" since Danny has taken over or is it better? Not looking for anything in particular - maybe some nice clams, blastos, SPS.
Forum: Northern Valley Reefers (NVR) 07/19/2006, 12:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,069
Posted By bljohnson
How is the inventory status now? I am coming...

How is the inventory status now? I am coming from Turlock but used to live in Stockton and have been to Twins, Discount, & Carters numerous times. Is it worth the drive?
Forum: Northern Valley Reefers (NVR) 07/19/2006, 03:05 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,069
Posted By bljohnson
Can anyone confirm if the new store is open yet? ...

Can anyone confirm if the new store is open yet? Thanks.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 07/17/2006, 07:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 631
Posted By bljohnson
I have a Geo kalkreactor and that is how they...

I have a Geo kalkreactor and that is how they come stock - to mix the kalk.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/28/2006, 09:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 253
Posted By bljohnson
Most people get the PRO because of the ethernet...

Most people get the PRO because of the ethernet output and built in web serving capabilities. With web serving you can monitor paramaters and turn any peripheral on/off.
Forum: Reef Discussion 06/22/2006, 07:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 526
Posted By bljohnson
I have bought Stockman's from PA and Durso's from...

I have bought Stockman's from PA and Durso's from Durso directly. I have also used the AGA Megaflows. Durso's are the queitest by far.
Forum: Advanced Topics 06/14/2006, 11:56 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,782
Posted By bljohnson
I agree with everything Travis says. He has been...

I agree with everything Travis says. He has been pretty much covered all the bases.
Forum: Advanced Topics 06/14/2006, 11:45 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,782
Posted By bljohnson
Try changing from cup to flake or homemade fresh....

Try changing from cup to flake or homemade fresh. Frozen cubes are the *highest food* in phosphates. All food will contain phosphates but frozen is the worst. I would also try using a micron...
Forum: Advanced Topics 06/14/2006, 11:32 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,782
Posted By bljohnson
Focus on the source rather than removal. ...

Focus on the source rather than removal. Phosphate is either coming from your water/food or it is coming from established "trapped" positions. Most people thaw/soak their frozen foods in RO/DI...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 06/14/2006, 11:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By bljohnson
I forgot to mention I have a Tunze wavebox in the...

I forgot to mention I have a Tunze wavebox in the tank. I also have a Mag 18 and Mag 5 as returns and am using (2) Seio 1500 and (1) Seio 820 in the tank. The Mags and Seios don't affect the...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 06/14/2006, 02:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By bljohnson
When I bought him he was attached to a rock at...

When I bought him he was attached to a rock at the LFS. The LFS used the proper technique to remove... ie tilting clam and razor closest to the rock. The gland looks good but it wont stick and . ...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/12/2006, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 163
Posted By bljohnson
I only have an inline meter right now... need to...

I only have an inline meter right now... need to get a pocket one. I also need to add a RO flush kit.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/12/2006, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 163
Posted By bljohnson
I have the Spectrapure 200 gal/day unit. Can...

I have the Spectrapure 200 gal/day unit. Can you comment on it? Any way to modifiy it to make it better? Thanks.
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 06/12/2006, 10:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By bljohnson
Gigas in BB Tank

I have a Gigas for about 2 months now that is doing well. I have been removing my sand bed slowly over the last few months to make the tank BB.

When I had sand, the Gigas would move everyday...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/12/2006, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 163
Posted By bljohnson
Between the three websites provided by...

Between the three websites provided by AZDesertRat I also picked up a couple good hints:

It is better/cheaper on membrane/DI life to have 1 presediment and 2 carbons and all presediment/carbon...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/12/2006, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 163
Posted By bljohnson
I just purchased the refillable kit from the...

I just purchased the refillable kit from the filterguys.biz and am happy so far. Not sure about the longevity about them b/c I just changed. When I will filling for the first time I noticed that...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/06/2006, 01:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 295
Posted By bljohnson
Geo. It will be difficult to find a thread...

Geo. It will be difficult to find a thread where someone complains about their Geo's. There are alot of good threads about Korallins and there are alot of bad ones too. I rarely see negative...
Forum: Reef Discussion 06/04/2006, 10:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 158
Posted By bljohnson
I have 4 of the 4" Icecap fans on the back of my...

I have 4 of the 4" Icecap fans on the back of my canopy blowing air in and I think they are OK. I just installed a $10 walmart 7" clip on fan right over the sump (clips on glass wall) and blows...
Forum: Reef Discussion 06/04/2006, 09:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 158
Posted By bljohnson
Both should face in even though some people will...

Both should face in even though some people will say if one pushes while the other pulls you will end up with more air pushed through the canopy. The rationale of both pushing extends the life of...
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