September 15th MARS Meeting

Photon · #1 09/14/2006, 12:27 AM

The regular monthly MARS meeting will be held on Friday, September 15, 2006 at Roundtable Pizza, 9500 Greenback Lane, Folsom, CA 95630 at 7:00 pm.
The speaker for this month will be Bruce Azzarito of Captive Reef Systems. Bruce was our speaker last month, and due to popular demand, he will be presenting again Friday night. His presentation will deal with large aquariums and their operation. (This is not the same presentation as the one in July.)
We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

CaptiveReefSystems · #2 09/14/2006, 12:44 AM

Again, if there is something you would like me to address, please let me know so I can include it in my presentation.

Thanks,
Bruce

Reefugee · #3 09/14/2006, 10:29 AM

Dang... I can't make it.

ReefRian · #4 09/14/2006, 10:46 AM

Yeah, I'm sure you have more important things to do that night!

We were hoping to make it to, but will be out of town Friday. Hope you all have a fun time.

Rian

Wee-Reef Master · #5 09/14/2006, 11:55 AM

Thanks James! I really enjoyed his last presentation. He made me reconsider water flow, which I addressed. I also enjoyed seeing his projects and would enjoy more viewing of the same.

RAYSTOCKETT · #6 09/14/2006, 03:15 PM

I am setting up my 125g tank and would like any peramiters to do it right. I will have at least one refug with two overflows and two returns. I am still building the hood (how close to the water should i put the pc lights and if I do mh how close should that bee?) Pluss how much distance from the light to the top of the hood do I need?
Needles to say I plan on comming tho the mtg.
Richard

goslugsgo · #7 09/14/2006, 11:29 PM

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Originally posted by Reefugee
Dang... I can't make it.

Hey, Minh, I thought you were on your way out ASAP?

CaptiveReefSystems · #8 09/15/2006, 12:10 AM

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Originally posted by RAYSTOCKETT
I am setting up my 125g tank and would like any peramiters to do it right. I will have at least one refug with two overflows and two returns. I am still building the hood (how close to the water should i put the pc lights and if I do mh how close should that bee?) Pluss how much distance from the light to the top of the hood do I need?
Needles to say I plan on comming tho the mtg.
Richard

Richard, the light question would depend on whether or not you are using a fixture or retrofit lighting.

FunGuy · #9 09/15/2006, 12:24 AM

Way out? Minh is still a member. He'll be at other meetings. :P heh.

Reefugee · #10 09/15/2006, 02:17 AM

Hey Chris,

A week ago - I was pretty sure that I was just going to quite. But a week without any political crap sure is nice. And I exchanged email with some of the current and former BOD member to mend fences.

Now I am just looking forward to being an active members without any of the political junk.

Minh

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Originally posted by goslugsgo
Hey, Minh, I thought you were on your way out ASAP?

Nu2SW · #11 09/15/2006, 09:37 AM

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Originally posted by Reefugee
Hey Chris,

A week ago - I was pretty sure that I was just going to quite. But a week without any political crap sure is nice. And I exchanged email with some of the current and former BOD member to mend fences.

Now I am just looking forward to being an active members without any of the political junk.

Minh

Well minh, Id hate to see you leave. Your a great guy, Glad to see you stay.

Also, A topic to maybe touch on is the difference's, disadvantages and benefits of DSB, SSB or BB tanks. If that is something you have information on.

Brian Prestwood · #12 09/15/2006, 03:41 PM

Hey Bruce

I'd like to hear about controlling nitrates when you are using phosphate removal materials like RowaPhos. Does a DSB do the trick?

I'd also like to know how long it takes for RowaPhos to saturate when there is more phosphate than the recommended dose can remove?

goslugsgo · #13 09/15/2006, 05:05 PM

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Originally posted by Reefugee
Hey Chris,

A week ago - I was pretty sure that I was just going to quite. But a week without any political crap sure is nice. And I exchanged email with some of the current and former BOD member to mend fences.

Now I am just looking forward to being an active members without any of the political junk.

Minh

Right on! See you next time.

Brian Prestwood · #14 09/16/2006, 10:27 AM

Bruce

The pictures of the construction alone were worth the time.

Good talk, thanks.

thereefgeek · #15 09/16/2006, 10:51 AM

Bruce gave me a ton of pointers and helpful ideas when I set up my 200 almost 2 years ago. The best idea was the circ & loop pumps out in the garage.

Thanks again Bruce

CaptiveReefSystems · #16 09/16/2006, 12:42 PM

Thank you. Your opinion means a lot.

goslugsgo · #17 09/16/2006, 01:18 PM

If I may ask, what was Bruce's rationale for putting the pumps in the garage and what benefits have you seen? I am plumbing in the next week or ttwo and have the opportunity to do this.
Thanks.

Brian Prestwood · #18 09/16/2006, 01:26 PM

Keeps the noise away from the viewers and the heat away from the tank.

CaptiveReefSystems · #19 09/16/2006, 01:41 PM

also, leaks are in the garage and not in your home. Carpet and hardwood floors do not like saltwater.

Fragmented · #20 09/16/2006, 01:48 PM

Good presentation again. Two for two. Thanks Bruce.

Wee-Reef Master · #21 09/17/2006, 01:11 PM

Agreed! Great job Bruce! Very much appreciated!!

goslugsgo · #22 09/17/2006, 05:08 PM

Thanks!

CaptiveReefSystems · #23 10/01/2006, 12:20 AM

Glad you all enjoyed it a second time.