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Forum: Reef Discussion 11/19/2006, 02:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 178
Posted By lightngsvt
Sump or sump and fuge?

I designed my sump with 4 chambers (intake / skimmer, fuge, filter and return pump). I had been running the center as a fuge (4" DSB, rubble rock, 65w PC light). Given my recent experience I was...
Forum: Advanced Topics 11/22/2004, 04:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 559
Posted By lightngsvt
So if I understand correctly, it would be better...

So if I understand correctly, it would be better to have 2 powerheads pointed directly at each other on a diagonal, then to have 2 power heads on opposite side creating a "circular" flow?
Forum: Reef Discussion 11/05/2004, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 115
Posted By lightngsvt
help ID this snail?

I found a bunch of these little guys last night. They are maybe 1/8" - 1/4" in diameter. My tank is a 29 FOWLR tank that is about to be upgraded to a sumped 100 gallon tank. I have not added...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/13/2004, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 135
Posted By lightngsvt
Here are some pumps I found that I think might...

Here are some pumps I found that I think might work, opinions?:

Poseidon PS4- http://www.marinedepot.com/md_viewI...dproduct=CP7117

PanWorld 100PX-X-...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/12/2004, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 135
Posted By lightngsvt
need help with external return pump

Hello, Im still kinda new at the reef tank thing. I have had my FOWLR (sumpless_ tank for nearly 2 years now, but Im in the process of setting up a 100 gallon Clarity plus RR tank. It ahs dual...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/08/2004, 12:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 204
Posted By lightngsvt
OK is there any way tell, or test to make sure...

OK is there any way tell, or test to make sure you dont have any residues? Someone had suggested to fill the tank and run carbon through it for a while. Does this seem like overkill?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/08/2004, 07:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 204
Posted By lightngsvt
I ended up having to restore the entire inside...

I ended up having to restore the entire inside surface of the tank. For smaller scrathces Novus #3 and #2 work well. If they are scratches you can feel with your finger nail you will need to resort...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/08/2004, 07:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 204
Posted By lightngsvt
cleaning tank after polishing?

I bought a used Clarity plus tank. After I got it cleaned up I could see it looked like someone took a hatchet to it. So 16 hours later It is now looking new again. I used various wet sanding...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/02/2004, 09:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 166
Posted By lightngsvt
polishing acrylic, help

I got my "new" tank cleaned out today and I can now see how scratched it really has! I know I added to those scratches cleaning since I had to scrape some areas.

Anyway the tank needs to be...
Forum: New to the Hobby 09/22/2004, 03:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 288
Posted By lightngsvt
Could a Naso be kept in a 100g (60x18x20)? Or is...

Could a Naso be kept in a 100g (60x18x20)? Or is this to small of a tank also?
Forum: New to the Hobby 09/14/2004, 10:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By lightngsvt
Thanks for the help! Actually instead of "T"-ing...

Thanks for the help! Actually instead of "T"-ing the return line, could I just put a small pum pin the return section to pump back to the fuge? I guess that way I would also solve the potential...
Forum: New to the Hobby 09/12/2004, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By lightngsvt
sump / fuge design?

IM not a total newb, I have had my 29 FO for about 1.5 years now. I recent ly purchased a 100G Clarity Plus tank and will be setting it up soon!

My question is regarding the sump / fuge. The...
Forum: New to the Hobby 08/27/2004, 10:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 134
Posted By lightngsvt
Heres a Newb ?, What are SPS / LPS corals?

Well I keep seeing the terms LSP and SPS corals, but never have seen a definition / explanation. I know they are different types of corals with very specific water chemistry requirements and high...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/24/2004, 03:59 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,383
Posted By lightngsvt
Wow, what a scary thread thread. My current 29g...

Wow, what a scary thread thread. My current 29g has about 4.5" DSB, but FO. Its going on 2 years now. Im in the middle of an upgrade to a bigger tank (I have a 72 bow, but am thinking of a 125g...
Forum: Responsible Reefkeeping 08/24/2004, 02:30 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,227
Posted By lightngsvt
Wow, thats an eye opener. I have a yellow Tang I...

Wow, thats an eye opener. I have a yellow Tang I bought from a Petco. He looked pretty good in the store. Anyway a year later he is big, fat and healthy. Except for salt and a few odds and ends I...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/18/2004, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 162
Posted By lightngsvt
What makes the sugar sized araqgonite better the...

What makes the sugar sized araqgonite better the CC? Which will be better in the long run? Also, will a 1 - 1.5" sand have the same long term (negative) affects as a DSB would? Would I still need...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/18/2004, 08:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 162
Posted By lightngsvt
Help choosing sand bed type for 72G

Hello,

I need help choosing what type and depth of sand bed / substrate to use for my 72G that I am setting up. It will initially be a FOWLR, but I plan to add some softies and maybe an anemone...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 02/07/2004, 09:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 757
Posted By lightngsvt
I was a little hesitant to try one of these for...

I was a little hesitant to try one of these for the price (compared to others). But if you bought 2, how is the one you are using?
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 02/06/2004, 09:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 757
Posted By lightngsvt
why are you selling? what size is ratated for?

why are you selling? what size is ratated for?
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 02/06/2004, 09:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,896
Posted By lightngsvt
how much for the overflow boxes? are they good...

how much for the overflow boxes? are they good ones? Any pics?
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 01/31/2004, 09:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 167
Posted By lightngsvt
WTB: complete tank setup, aprox 125 gallon

Im am looking for a complete tank setup, I would like to get a 125 (72x18x22). I maybe willing to drive within 4 hours of Ann Arbor, MI for the right deal. Im looking for tank, hoods, lights,...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 01/29/2004, 04:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 142
Posted By lightngsvt
72 gallon aqaurim / stand for sale- Ann Arbor, MI.

AGA brand 72 gallon bow front tank and stand, both black. Stand is gloss black finished wood. Also comes with glass tops for the tank. Non-RR. Paid $330 + tax in 12/03, purchased new. Decided I...
Forum: Used Equipment & Drygoods Selling 01/28/2004, 02:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 348
Posted By lightngsvt
Still for sale? Have pics? send to...

Still for sale? Have pics? send to lightningsvt@comcast.net
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/24/2004, 08:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,767
Posted By lightngsvt
This may going OT, but if I go with a 125...

This may going OT, but if I go with a 125 (72x18x22?) and put in 2 - 3 tangs and some other small fish, plus a decent cleaner crew, what should I be using for filteration? Since you are suggesting...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/22/2004, 09:13 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,767
Posted By lightngsvt
I had figured that if I did put 3 small tangs in...

I had figured that if I did put 3 small tangs in a 6" tank, that I would have to find them new homes when they got big. Would that be considered a contientious (sp?) thing to do with them? Or just...
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