dhogan

Long Time No See So I think it's time for an update. As you can see I have a nice red anemone that's growing huge. My two clowns are still with me and I have a 6 line wrasse. Some other small coral here and there, but nothing too exciting. I'm actually in the process of perparing to move my tank to a new location. And I am also planning an upgrade to a bigger tank... I can't wait!! Here's some much needed pictures...

Why drill a hole for the return? Although I'm sure 2 holes would be fine, I think avoiding holes whenever possbile is a good idea, especially on a return, don't forget it will siphon.

Check out my build thread, i think i have some step by step photos. When I did them I did not worry about getting it on both sides, if you get the calk gun in tight it will push some silicon through. It is not a huge deal because there will not be tons of pressure on these baffles, if you have doubts then you coulld at least silicon them from opposite wher ethe water will be coming from, that way it has something to hold up against. But again, it's not critical.

How long are you keeping your bulbs before you replace them?

This may be a stupid quesiton, but I'll ask anyways. Are there any coral that I can safely put near an Anemone? I just have some blank spots, but don't want to put any SPS near it due to it getting stung. What about LPS and zoos? anything I can put near it safely?

It's the forum software, if you copy and paste it from the code box and remove the two spaces it will work fine. Regardless, I'm trying to get some bulb recommendations. Right now I just have two daylight and two actincin, wonder if i should just stay with that or switch it up.

I need to get 4 new bulbs for my 30 gal tank. 24" T5s. Want to order from marine depot because i'll get free shipping.. http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_AquariumPage...utput_lamp.html For some reason the link isn't working so you'll have to C&P: http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_AquariumPage~PageAlias~lighting_fluorescent_geisemann_powerchrome_t5_high_output_lamp.html http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_AquariumPage...utput_lamp.html Thoughts? Thanks dudes.

maybe they want to make sure they have the right equipment, food, etc to care for the animal before accepting it. Just a thought. Anyways, I have a rescue center open too now...

I don't see how the salt would leave, since water will go onto the screen and carry any salt back into the system. Only the H20 evaporates, and even though it may leave salt crystals behind in that instant, they will be immediately washed back into the system by nonevaporated water. I would still monitor salinty for the next couple days to be sure. Also, check out this cool setup as an idea: http://www.cvreefers.org/showthread.php?t=7169

Are your two tanks going to be connected? ie sharing the same sump? Or will you have a seperate topoff, skimmer, etc?

I would ask the tank manufacturer about what to put between the tank and stand, some may suggest nothing, some may suggest foam. I would follow their advice, also may prevent you from voiding warranty. As for angle braces, this depends a lot on what kind of tank it is, the stand construction, and many other factors. Angle braces may not even be necessary.

If you're going to all that trouble (ie bulding some acrylic frame which probably won't work) then just drain the tank and drill, you won't regret it.

I believe one of my 1 inch pipes is clogged.... any ideas on how I should try to get in unclogged? It's still working, but the emergency drain is now being used because of it. I am guessing its likekly some macroalgae or something, not a snail. What do you guys think I should do? I was thinking of trying some draino.

1) I used glass for my baffles, so can't help you there. 2) I used GE Windows Silicone I for mine, so far so good. Do not get the II because that is the mold resistant stuff.

Can someone move this to the tank forum?

Your water level is definitely an issue. I did a basic 3 compartment setup, from L to R. With my drain, skimmer, filtersock in the first. An over under, over, refuge, an over and then the return. My water never goes below the over in the last compartment due to my ATO system, so I never get microbubbles. But if it were to go low (like in your picture, and like when I played around during setup) microbubbles will be an issue. IF you are confident in your ATO to always maintain a high level then I wouldn't worry about it, otherwise you may want to take gravs advice and switch to an over, under.

so i have two clowns, and a yellow watchman goby (hides all the time too)... anways id like to get another colorful fish to fit in, maybe something yellow/purple/blue. Something that will swim around and always be seen when walking up to the tank. Any ideas?

Once you add up the price of timers, surge protectors, temp controller, etc. I think it is pretty close to breaking even for the ACjr. It just makes things so much easier for me, I don't ever have to worry about anything.

I've got 2 6025s in my 29gal tank, I love them, there is also good support for these items. I recently had a bracket break (poorly made IMO), I posted on RC Tunze forum, and Roger (Tunze Rep) is sending me a new one free of charge. One thing to keep in mind, I think the Tunze's can only be turned on/off every 15 minutes otherwise it voids warranty. HTH.

Mine took a while to break in, at first it wasn't doing anything, but now its pulling out some pretty nasty stuff. I have adjusted the screw that was discussed above.

Thanks! Yes, definitely a little green, I've been neglecting my tank because I've been so busy. I plan to cleanup today/tomorrow.

Update So I added another 6025 to my tank for some more flow, I think I needed it... Here's a FTS, lighting is way off and I was too lazy to get good pic... Here is some type of algae, any clue what it is? My shrimp... Any my clownies

I'm in a similar boat, my shipping came one day late, the tracking information never worked, but the corals never made it. I've been waiting patiently, last time he said he was waiting on UPS, not sure what's going on now. :/

I'm sure most of you have seen this: http://www.oregonreef.com/sub_worm.htm

Thankyou!