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    Mating Behavior

    Wow, congratulations! What do you intend to do with the fry once the parents spawn? Maybe you could give us some pointers on creating these optimal conditions. :)
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    Just to make sure I'm doing this right

    +1 on the RO/DI unit. It'll make your life 100x easier!
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    Choosing the right RO/DI Unit

    I ended up ordering the Typhoon today. I figure that at the very least, the +$80 it was over the shady eBay model was worth the lifetime warranty. :) Thanks!
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    Choosing the right RO/DI Unit

    There are many brands and styles of RO/DI units out there, to the point where it is overwhelming to the average new reefer. When it comes down to it, what makes one unit different from another? Is a 6-stage Spectrapure better than a 3-stage Coralife? I see a lot of RO/DI units available on...
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    Rebuild of tank need advice

    Not sure if you saw this already, or have figured out your flow questions, but this post really helped to understand flow and how to maximize its effectiveness. :) http://www.reeffrontiers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8922
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    MH: Reef Standard vs. High Bay

    Ah, thanks for the advice. I had suspicions about there not being enough reflectors, but the weight and position had not really occurred to me. I am quickly understanding that a little more investment in the beginning makes everything easier in the long run. Thanks guys! :)
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    MH: Reef Standard vs. High Bay

    Hi all, I was wanting to know if there was a significant difference, other than aesthetics, between the standard reef metal halide lighting fixtures and those of the high bay variety. Could I use one of the dome light fixtures that would be found in a warehouse and hang it above my tank? I...
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    pleas help is this the correct pump?

    It's a pretty dedicated hobby in both expense and time, but there are still other uses for your saltwater tank. Triggerfish and eels are crowd pleasers and are always interesting to watch and interact with. :)
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    pleas help is this the correct pump?

    What are the dimensions of your stand? Are there any doors on it? If so, how big are those doorways? I ended up having to saw a doorway into the side of my 4ft stand in order to fit the 30 gal. sump in there, but I reinforced it with some 2x2 on the inside and it's holding up nicely. If...
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    pleas help is this the correct pump?

    At least he hasn't chosen an avatar yet! Goatse: The way you've maximized your space is really nice, but I would wonder if there is enough flow to get from the inlet to the outlet. Keep in mind that you will also need to light the refugium in order to promote a healthy life cycle for the...
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    pleas help is this the correct pump?

    It looks pretty cool. Is the protein skimmer going to be inside the tank or in a second sump?
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    pleas help is this the correct pump?

    There are many different sump designs for many different equipment equipment needs. I have found that the simplest designs make room for a refugium, protein skimmer, and return pump. I adopted this guy's design, which used a modified 30 gallon aquarium. I ended up not drilling a hole for the...
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    Algae on Acropora

    The params are looking good. Phos, Nitrates, Ammonia, Nitrites: 0 One of the gents at the LFS said it might be calcareous algae, but it's rare to see it in green in captivity. The flow is gentle, but engulfs the acropora with little effort. I will try and post some pics tonight. :)
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    Algae on Acropora

    The chaeto is doing great! There were little pods on it and it seems to be living well in its environment. Thank you. :) The water params were at zero when last I checked a few days ago. I will check them again tonight. I had just added some more new water to their current setup, which may...
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    Algae on Acropora

    Hello, I've got some yellowish-green algae growing along the hard tissue of my acroporas. The algae is very thin and not hairy. It looks more encrusting than fuzzy, but can be found all over the rocks in my tank. I had the white lights on for about six hours a day, but have reduced the...
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    Help with Starter fish. New to saltwater tanks.

    While this doesn't help at all, I just wanted to compliment on your centerpiece and overall tank design. We will be looking forward to more pics. :)
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    Glass Supply in Bothell/Seattle

    Thanks for the suggestions in here! I'll call them up and find some good comparisons. For those with the same predicament, Mc Lendon's doesn't have any tempered glass in stock at this point, which may be something to consider when looking around.
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    Glass Supply in Bothell/Seattle

    Thanks. I checked some search engines including Dex, Google, and some shady 3rd party venues. With so much variety in service, I felt it would be safest to see if there is anyone who has had success in finding a competent company to whom I could funnel my funds. Suggestions? :)
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    Glass Supply in Bothell/Seattle

    Hi all, I was wondering if anyone knew of a good place to buy sheets of glass. I'm looking for a few pieces for my makeshift sump, but it seems like everyone out here is open while I'm at work. Mc Lendon's, down in Woodinville sounds like a plausible option, but would there be any other...
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    Copper question

    I'll piggyback on this thread for a similar question: I purchased an aquarium from this gent and he said there were no medications used in his former tank. I just looked through the supplies that came with the tank and found some Copper Safe and Ich medication. I plan on turning this tank...
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