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Just got done reading the thread on RC about the Florida reefer that got a warning from fish and game for trying to sell a fish on Craigs list, the ensuing drama and then FWS attending MACNA. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1849850 I never thought much about it, but does anyone know what the laws are for VA/DC/MD? is it illegal to sell/trade frags and or livestock?

I haven't tried it yet, but I've heard of people using aqua-lifter pumps (~$14) and timers with some success. Probable a little more accurate than a maxjet. Just a thought...

Yeah, I was thinking PA would carry it but apparently not. I'll give the others a try. Thanks everyone!

Looking for a place that sells Brightwell Aquatics Microbacter7 (preferably around the Springfield/Alexandria area). Anyone know where to get it locally? Thanks, -S

Are they raised at all or just a dicoloration?

Try threading a screw in to the hole - use a drill if needed. Or use a bunch of super glue to make a handle of sorts and pull it out.

Dave, I've been thinking about this alot and I got to say I kind of think this hurts everyone. Yeah it's a good incentive to get people to join and maybe helpful if you're the one buying, but from a selling stand point you'd have a much wider audience if it was open to non members. I liked how CMAS has/had it setup so everyone could buy but only members could post. Or if you want make offers to only members post in the members only section or something. Not sure how others feel, but just my 2 cents. -Seth

Forest - Interesting project. What do you think about swapping out a few bulbs for the blue PC party bulbs they started selling at home depot? Obviously they wouldn't be as effective as actinics, but it would cool down the appearance a bit and probably provides at least a bit more blue light. Also think of the options for the holidays... Halloween - black light and orange St Patrick's Day - green Christmas - red and green April 15th - red the possibilities are endless! -S

I suppose the result would be fitting

Any pictures?

I could bring a tempered 55 gallon...

Holy MS paint Baman! Very cool idea. I like that it's not your typical "hose and bucket" type overflow. -Seth

Hey, I hope 32's not considered an "old man". Nice setup and welcome!

Very interesting read. I was a little surprised how strongly they recommend changing bulbs after only 9 months, but I guess if you are going for maximum color... I wonder if this was caused in part by the drop in par or if it was solely from the loss of spectrum. It would be interesting to see if reflectors would have made a difference (maintained better color for longer)? At any rate I applaud their efforts. It's so rare you actually see an apples to apple comparison in this hobby.

You can actually take the aqualifter diaphragm apart and clean or repair the the mechanism (they sell replacements for a few bucks as well, but times are tight). I always thought it would break the pump if you took the diaphragm apart, but it doesn't. In my case one of the tiny flaps inside had become dislodged over time (3yrs old), I was able to super glue it back in place and it worked like new again. (also +1 on using a pump with the CPR - I've also heard of some people hooking the siphon line to their return pump, but I've never tried it) -S

It's used to melt snow, but can also be used to raise magnesium levels in the aquarium. (Typically used when dosing 2 part) http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-02/rhf/index.php

Anyone seen any MAG Flake the Springfield, VA area? I know I can get it from Harvey Salt up in MD, but I was hoping to find it close by. Thanks! Seth

I use a big tuperware contaner. Fill it about halfway with warm tap water (slightly above tank temp). Into that, I set a smaller (about half the size) plastic container to drip acclimate livestock in (kind of like a doubler boiler). Ideally the smaller container is tall enough so it can set on the bottom (and doesn't float around or flood with tap water). I stick a thermometer in the tap water. Once that drops below the ideal temp I add another cup or so of hot tap water. Works great and you can keep the temperature stable for hours with little effort. -S

I picked up a bag of Dow Flake from the White Cap in Springfield about 3 weeks ago. White Cap Construction Company 8090 Alban Rd Springfield, VA 22150 (703) 912-5900 Not sure where to get Mag Flake...