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Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 01/08/2008, 05:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,687
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I have a GENERAC unit that runs off of my propane...

I have a GENERAC unit that runs off of my propane (it will run off of natural gas also). We live in rural Elk Grove and don't have natural gas. In any case the unit is great. We bought it a Costco...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 01/08/2008, 05:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,537
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
As others have suggested, verify your readings...

As others have suggested, verify your readings first. Also check your Alk levels. Very high Ca levels tend to depress your Alk levels (take carbonate/bicarbonate out of solution). What are your...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/26/2007, 02:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 966
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Really cool! I want one I want one :)

Really cool! I want one I want one :)
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/21/2007, 06:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 654
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
:) Great Idea :) And before the drawing we...

:) Great Idea :)

And before the drawing we should have a very long discussion of the calcium cycle in anoxic reef biotopes!

:) I bet I can stay as long as you. :)
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/21/2007, 11:32 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,948
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
All though it is not my job (I'm Treasurer) I...

All though it is not my job (I'm Treasurer) I know in the past we have accepted new members prior to their web signup. So I would say web signup is NOT required for tonight, just submit your dues...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/20/2007, 06:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 966
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I would recalibrate your refractometer and then...

I would recalibrate your refractometer and then use diluted salt water for top off until you get your tank back to ~1.025. One problem with low salinity is you also lower the buffering capability...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/20/2007, 06:31 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,948
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Yes, if you want to participate in the raffle you...

Yes, if you want to participate in the raffle you must be a card carrying member!(You can join at the meeting) But then why wouldn't you want to be a member of such an illustrious group? :cool:
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/18/2007, 12:35 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,948
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Paul, what a thread you started! I am usually...

Paul, what a thread you started! I am usually the first one there so I can get the pizza started. BTW Paul I noticed your pathetic attempts at a cool avatar :cool: (I should talk). In any case I...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/07/2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 350
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I would try Clark's for clothing. They have good...

I would try Clark's for clothing. They have good prices however they don't have top-of-the-line goods. Mostly brands like Columbia. They are in Rancho Cordova off Sunrise past White Rock almost as...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/06/2007, 03:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 913
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Wow Paul, really sorry you had to put up with so...

Wow Paul, really sorry you had to put up with so much. You are such a great guy, let me know if there is something I can do.
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/06/2007, 02:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 612
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I felt the same way. When I started a reef tank...

I felt the same way. When I started a reef tank I lurked on RC for a long time before I even got a user id. Until I joined MARS, RC was my best source of reef information.
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/06/2007, 11:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 268
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Maybe they really are retro lights. I wonder how...

Maybe they really are retro lights. I wonder how you get "Metal highlights" to flash? Can you say disco?:)
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/06/2007, 11:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,936
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Just to let you guys know how active RC really...

Just to let you guys know how active RC really is. Click the little round circle at the bottom of every page. Gives you a "Ranking" of the board as compared with others. For now at least we are...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 12/04/2007, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 348
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I will take it for my Phyto/Rot growing project. ...

I will take it for my Phyto/Rot growing project. I will PM you for specifics.
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/20/2007, 06:29 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 3,069
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
For those of you who have not used GFO before and...

For those of you who have not used GFO before and who may have high PhO4 levels, watch your alk. The result of removing the PhO4 can result in a lowering of your alk levels. Easy to adjust, just...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/20/2007, 12:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 444
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I would not use a stainless steel heater in a...

I would not use a stainless steel heater in a salt water tank. My experience with SS around salt water is that it will rust and corrode. There are many kinds of SS however and some may be ok, I...
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/16/2007, 06:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 252
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Sounds like small tube worms. Very normal.

Sounds like small tube worms. Very normal.
Forum: New to the Hobby 11/16/2007, 06:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 401
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
You should check your Alk. That PH is low for a...

You should check your Alk. That PH is low for a tank that also has a low alk. Your tank should be closer to 8.2 or 8.3 which is about 1/2 the hydrogen ions as 7.8. If you have a Ca reactor often...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/08/2007, 11:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 198
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I have 4 large ones on my Koi pond and they do...

I have 4 large ones on my Koi pond and they do work well. These are much too large for a tank (3/4 " Pipe Thread about 4" x 12"). I got them from Sacramento Koi (he called them jets). They really...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/08/2007, 03:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,291
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Thanks a lot Minh. I paid ~$40 for the one I...

Thanks a lot Minh. I paid ~$40 for the one I have currently. Really appreciate it, I will see you at the meeting.
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/08/2007, 03:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 898
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Hi Steve, I have a mogel base/reflector you can...

Hi Steve, I have a mogel base/reflector you can have if you need it. I will bring it to the meeting just let me know.
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/06/2007, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 302
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
I used a 53 micron mesh that I got from Florida...

I used a 53 micron mesh that I got from Florida Aqua Farms (https://3kserver7.com/~frank/secure/agora.cgi) . My understanding is that you need something smaller than 60 micron. At Florida's site...
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/06/2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,291
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Minh if you have room for a two more I would like...

Minh if you have room for a two more I would like them. If so I can see you at the meeting.

Thanks John
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/05/2007, 01:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 473
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
Hi Kevin, PM sent.

Hi Kevin, PM sent.
Forum: Marine Aquarists Roundtable of Sacramento (MARS) 11/02/2007, 04:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 633
Posted By CaliforniaDreamer
The tube (or pipe) that is used to fill the tank...

The tube (or pipe) that is used to fill the tank or sump needs to NOT be submerged into the tank/sump water. If it is submerged then when the pump is off a siphon will occur from the high water...
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