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Is it possible to run 2 x 175w single ended bulbs off of one 250w ballast? Is the voltage the issue? Would the bulbs pop? I have a retro style Pulse start 250w halide ballast and I was wondering if it would be possible to power 2 x 175w bulbs. Another question?? How would a single 250w 20k...

I started out the same way, adding supplements and saw no real results. I just kept up with water changes. If I needed calcium, I would add some B-Ionic. I had way better results doing just the water changes. I started using Purple Up and see a jump in my coraline growth.

Last thing I need to setup my new 110g is an overflow box. Tank is not drilled so I have to use one. Using a Quiet One 5000 for my return from my 40 gal sump. Max flow 1330 gph 10.80 ft Max head What size of overflow would any of you recommend? Should I go with something around 1300gph or...

What made you want a reef aquarium? First of all, I Love sea life. Really all animal life fascinates me. I remember my parents on the 70's having a 10 gal freshwater aquarium with the metal edges. They even had the sunken ship inside and had the air pump attached to it so the wheel thing would...

Thank guys for responses It was easily over 2 hours from the time that I turned everything off, packet it, moved it,unloaded, and re-setup.(I moved during a weekday and had no help) I did use the same sand and it did slosh around in the back of my SUV. Scripps Institute of Oceanography filters...

Can moving an aquarium start the cycle process over again? About a month ago I moved to a new place and had to move both my reef aquariums. It has been at least 5 years since I moved either aquarium. I only moved less than 7 min from my old place. I broke them down separately and I setup one...

Hello All, Just wanted to introduce myself, I am Sean (SeansReef) I've been "reefing" for 8 years now. Currently have a 30 gallon bowfront, 55 gallon acrylic and a 110 gallon glass that is under construction. I am going to combine my 30 and 55 into the 110 to make some space in my place. I...