ridetheducati February 16, 2015 Author Share February 16, 2015 Progressing through the algae phases. Diatom Phase Green phase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati February 16, 2015 Author Share February 16, 2015 Skimmer cleaning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DuffyGeos February 16, 2015 Share February 16, 2015 Nice nasty stuff. Need to get through the bad to get to the good! Enjoy the snow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime February 16, 2015 Share February 16, 2015 That's a beast skimmer and swabbie action there. I enjoy your semi starting over, it's a reminder that what is to come will be better, even though what was there was amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati February 16, 2015 Author Share February 16, 2015 That's a beast skimmer and swabbie action there. I enjoy your semi starting over, it's a reminder that what is to come will be better, even though what was there was amazing! Appreciate the kind words. I often get asked why I rebooted the system. When you stand on the train tracks and you see a light fast approaching, now is the time to move, not later. I knew what the next 6 - 12 months had in-stored for me if I did not implement a fix quickly. I was no longer in control and through an aggressive move; I needed to regain control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wangspeed February 17, 2015 Share February 17, 2015 I gagged just looking at those pictures. That's gonna take a while to wash that odor away -- Warren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surf&turf April 17, 2015 Share April 17, 2015 We need some updates Tony!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan S April 23, 2015 Share April 23, 2015 Progressing through the algae phases. Diatom Phase Tony - Are you using the Marineland stock canopy, or did you build one? I believe you were hanging your MH reflectors before without a canopy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati April 23, 2015 Author Share April 23, 2015 I built my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCReefer1964 April 23, 2015 Share April 23, 2015 How about a full update Sir? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati April 23, 2015 Author Share April 23, 2015 System has been running for three months without fish and a few frags. Enough SPS to keep my CaRX running at a low level. This weekend, I will be moving over five Cirrhilabrus and officially beginning the SPS collection process in earnest. At the moment, I have not decided what other fish will be part of the community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surf&turf August 24, 2015 Share August 24, 2015 Updates please!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati September 10, 2015 Author Share September 10, 2015 System is now 90% stocked, added two Aussie Elegance and two Croceas. I have a number of fish in quarantine, but not nearly the amount I wanted at this time. Acquiring certain Cirrhilabrus have been more challenging that I expected. SPS were collected from WAMAS members, Unique Corals, Reef Raft, Battle, Cherry Corals, WWC and Rocky Mountain. Some areas of the reef is reserved for "must have" items, such as the Fox Flame. The system is eight months old and I am excited on how it is progressing. Below is an image I took yesterday to mark the beginning of the growth phase, which means I adjust the chemistry, lighting, and feeding regimen to encourage the corals to grow like weeds. At some point, the next phase, color, will be implemented. Finally, I want to give the WAMAS officers and volunteers a standing ovation as they did an excellent job hosting MACNA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime September 10, 2015 Share September 10, 2015 Cool! It's looking awesome, as usual. I look forward to watching 2.0 grow out! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surf&turf September 10, 2015 Share September 10, 2015 Looking good, running 10K? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati September 11, 2015 Author Share September 11, 2015 XM 10 without supplementation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pizzaguy September 11, 2015 Share September 11, 2015 Can't wait to see this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJT September 11, 2015 Share September 11, 2015 The best aquascaping I have seen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraffitiSpotCorals April 30, 2016 Share April 30, 2016 Dude, what's up with the tank? How are things coming along? What is your husbandry like now? Still carbon dosing with no zeolite? Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati May 5, 2016 Author Share May 5, 2016 Thanks for asking. The system is doing well. There are a few updates that I will briefly discuss. Compare to the image on post #464 1. Incorporated Aquaforest Three months ago, I started using Aquaforest products to feed corals and manage nutrients. Using Zeomix, Pro Bio S, NP Pro, AF Aminos, AF Vitamins, AF Energy, AF Build, AF Micro E, and AF Reef Salt. Over the years I have learned that Manganese and Potassium are key elements in my system. 2. Corals The system is 98% stocked with SPS; need to acquire the JF Fox Flame and Firecracker. Chalices are not doing very well; I think the 400w MH and strong flow does not provide optimal conditions. Most likely will remove the chalices and bring in more Acan Lords. The sampling of Acans I collected a few weeks ago are doing well. 3. Custom sump I recently had a custom sump built (60x24x16) by Pure Reef and plan to install it in a couple weeks. The craftsmanship and attention to detail is top notch, impressive. Thanks to Marco for facilitating. My sump design was inspired by the Royal Exclusiv Dreambox. No filter socks as I am not a fan of removing the goodness from the reef. 4. Fish collection Not much traction in this area. The Barbonius Anthias is the most recent addition. 5. On the horizon Install chiller, frag tank (have not committed), and install ReefBrite XHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowieReefer84 May 5, 2016 Share May 5, 2016 Did you switch to radium? It's looking more blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridetheducati May 5, 2016 Author Share May 5, 2016 I bounce between XM10 and Radiums. Post 464 are XM bulbs and post 471 are Radiums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YHSublime May 5, 2016 Share May 5, 2016 Looking great, Tony. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surf&turf May 5, 2016 Share May 5, 2016 Sweet!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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