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Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/06/2008, 05:00 PM
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Posted By tony varrell
Bubbleking mini 200

I would like to hear from some owners. I have heard only 2 comments one great the other terrible. Please comment on size of tank in use and reliability.I am wondering if it is to small for a 150 sps...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/06/2008, 01:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 756
Posted By tony varrell
What about the BK 200Mini for a 150 sps Heavy...

What about the BK 200Mini for a 150 sps Heavy bio-load??
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/06/2008, 11:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 756
Posted By tony varrell
BK 200 deluxe vs H&S 200-1260

Set aside the cost issue. Which skimmer will be most efficient on a 150 sps heavy bio-load? It seems to me the BK pushes more air and uses less electricity. There are both the same size. Let me hear...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/05/2008, 01:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 297
Posted By tony varrell
Help! Aquabee pump cleaning

I need to clean my pump with Muradic acid. Never done it before. How much should I use? Do you dilute it? How long do you soak the pump? Which parts should not touch to acid? When you are finished...
Forum: Reef Fishes 01/04/2008, 04:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,242
Posted By tony varrell
I don't have long term expirences to share. I cal...

I don't have long term expirences to share. I cal tell you that I have introduced a pair of regals and a majestic in the last 6 months. My system is a SPS system to date none of the angles have...
Forum: Reef Fishes 01/02/2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,271
Posted By tony varrell
Mine is agressive enough to get his fill. My...

Mine is agressive enough to get his fill. My suggestion would be to overfeed the tank for a while and spot feed him. All angels are a bit relucant to compete for food at first. As long as you get a...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/02/2008, 04:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 237
Posted By tony varrell
Oceans Motions 4 way

Does any one have experience with this equipment. My plan is to incorportate it into my new 300 gallon SPS system. The system will have a sequence baracuda pump. Will this be adaquate flow for a SPS...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/02/2008, 12:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 156
Posted By tony varrell
aquarimuns for you??

Has anyone heard of this company. They are a custom builder in NJ and I am considering useing them for my new 300 gallon system. I would like to receive some independent verification on thier work...
Forum: Reef Fishes 01/02/2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,271
Posted By tony varrell
I have a 3.5" Majestic in a SPS system along with...

I have a 3.5" Majestic in a SPS system along with a pair of Regal angels. None of them bother with any of my corals. The majestic was much easier to get eating and acclaimated..
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/28/2007, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 446
Posted By tony varrell
Bubbleking Owners ??

What's the deal with BK skimmers if you need parts? Is it truly as bad as some people say? I heard someone waited a year for a collection cup. That's scary. I am considering the new 250 model for my...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/26/2007, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By tony varrell
Building a new system

I am building a new system 300 gallon. Acrylic or glass? Why. I am looking for a good thread of a complete build.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/26/2007, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 207
Posted By tony varrell
looking for a thread??

I am looking for a thread that was posted sometime ago. It was a long thread post of a complete system build. From beginning to end. Help Please..
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/23/2007, 01:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 260
Posted By tony varrell
come on skimmer geeks talkto me...

come on skimmer geeks talkto me...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/23/2007, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 260
Posted By tony varrell
Is my skimmer to small??

Is there a clear set of guidlines to look for to determaine if your skimmer is to small? I have a APF600 that is pulling loads of skimate from my system. The question is am I leaving any behind and...
Forum: Reef Fishes 12/21/2007, 10:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 724
Posted By tony varrell
Come on people. Any Experience keeping Regals and...

Come on people. Any Experience keeping Regals and Majestic's together in the same system. My system is a 150 reef. There is a pair of regals and a joculatror co existing together. Angle experts...
Forum: Reef Fishes 12/20/2007, 05:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 724
Posted By tony varrell
Majestic Angle??

Anyone keep a Juvinile majestic in a reef with sps (3" long). I would like to get one to add with my pair og Regals and Joculator. I will only do it if the risk is minimal but to coral and fish. I...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/20/2007, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 608
Posted By tony varrell
H&S Nitrate reactor

I recently purchased a nitrate reactor. I am trying to dial it in. I am getting 0 nitrates out of the reactor and 1.45PPM out of my tank with 74 drips per minute. My goal is 0 nitrates. Also is 1.45...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/17/2007, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 686
Posted By tony varrell
I have the same size system. All the research...

I have the same size system. All the research indicated to me to go with H&S 200-1260. Build and performence seem to be the best of the higher priced skimmers..
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/17/2007, 12:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By tony varrell
Thanks Todd. What size pump are you running?? Do...

Thanks Todd. What size pump are you running?? Do you put the media in bags before putting it in the reactor?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/17/2007, 09:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By tony varrell
Come on people talk to me..

Come on people talk to me..
Forum: Reef Fishes 12/17/2007, 08:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 293
Posted By tony varrell
I see yellow belly tangs all the time. I would...

I see yellow belly tangs all the time. I would not consider them rare by any means. I have one for 3 years now they are great fish but not rare at all. The prices you mention are way to much to pay...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 12/17/2007, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By tony varrell
Phosban Reactor in tandum

I have recently added two reactors to my system. I was wondering if I should run them together?Drawing the water to the Rowa carbon first then the Rowa Phospate sponge back to the sump. Has anyone...
Forum: SPS Keepers 12/12/2007, 05:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By tony varrell
Thanks guys. My bulbs are XM 10K 250 I use three...

Thanks guys. My bulbs are XM 10K 250 I use three of them. Current water permeters.

DKH 7.3 LAmotte test kit
nitrates .3 La motte test kit
Phosphate0 Rowa test kit
Calicum 400 Salifert test kit
Forum: SPS Keepers 12/12/2007, 09:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By tony varrell
The problem was already there prior to installing...

The problem was already there prior to installing the equipment. The problem initiated my equipment changes. my thought at the time was maybe my test kits(salifert) were not accurate. I have since...
Forum: SPS Keepers 12/12/2007, 09:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By tony varrell
The nitrate reactor is an H&S sulfur based...

The nitrate reactor is an H&S sulfur based reactor. it has been in the system for 2 weeks. This problem was there before the reactor was installed. These are mature colonies that are incrusted on...
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