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I far this is what I've come up with my 10G just some stuff I picked up don't know the names other than the Dwarf grass... What Do you think?

I might convert my 60G Cube from Saltwater to Freshwater, how should I attack it? The tank is Reef ready so filration will be in the sump is there anything I need to change as far as Filter pads and Carbon? I also have an 8bulb ATi t-5 fixture I know I can convert the bulbs to a smaller par...

I just started my 10G Tank and I have a piece of Driftwood. Can I add Plants right away since it's going to be a planted system or do I have to wait for it to cycle. I added some Microbactor 7 also to help with the cycle? Am I doing it all wrong or do I need something else like a dead Shrimp or...

Just trying to get an idea or suggestion on what Plantes to go with are some hardier than other? let me know Thanks Frankie

Ar you freshwater guys using RO/DI? I've been in salterwater for awhile and can't remember if this is a good way to go or is it just Tap water with Prime conditioner? Let me know I am trying to get my 10G setup for a Planted system Thanks Frankie

Well I've been out of the Freshwater hobby for awhile since taking up Saltwater about 4 years back or so. I am looking to get another Freshwater Tank going. I have a spare 10G tank and would like to to make it a Planted Tank, can you guys give me some advice on filtration and what type of...

I have been away for awhile- A Long while alot of things have gone on but in the coming weeks I will be starting my build so thought I post it here as well. I am going to start this build off on the right foot- after my 45G Cube crack from trying to drill it for an overflow to save money I ended...

Any one know if 150watt hqi fixture would be ideal to use over a 45G cube mostly sps and lps I was going to go with 24" T-5- 6 bulb fixture but with only it being 144wats total thought why not just got with the 150watt hqi I have. If you have any other suggest Fiona please fell free to comment...

shot some video of my tank with my iPhone YouTube - 72g reef aquarium/ w bio-pellets

Here are a couple pics I took of my 72G bow front

Has anyone received the New Bucket trying to obtain some information- I just bought a New bucket and wanted to know if anyone has tested it out yet... Thanks Frankie

Well today I went to my LFS and could not past up these baby's there were on sale for $5 each there are small and one is larger than the other. My system is loaded with pods and other small critters. In the last 3 months I have been without any pod eaters so my system has bloom with tons of...

I have a 10G nano and I drilled it- I made a small 2-1/2G sump for it my overflow is 3/4" inch just wondering what size pump would work? I've been looking at the 404 and 606 mini jet, but I also have been looking at the New Pico Hydor Evolution 1200 that put's out 300GPH? I believe the mini jet...

Well gang, It's been along time since I have been around I pop in and out from time to time but not to involved as before. I guess starting this build threa should put me back in the right direction. Without AA I would not be the reefer I am today. :thumb: I thought I share my build thread as...

Here is my 10G Nano Build since I got one going on RC I thought I put one on here, Well I am going to use this one to house and grow out some Zoanthids and Some Chalics since and some LPS if any, I also will get a pair of Blue Strip Pipfish becasue this little system is going to be loaded with...

Is this some form of Hair Algae?

Ok I purchased a bottle Reef Actif to get my corals to color up a little better, well I got the bottle today and it states on the bottle dosage is for one measuring spoon once a week for a 130G system? How do I measure for a 72G, sorry my math isn't as crisp as some of you guys... Thanks...

Can anyone tell me if a Fox-face would take care of some Bubble Algae? Let me know Thanks Frankie

Here is a Picture of a Full Tank shot and some SPS to go along with it... Orange Digi I believe this is a reverse Superman Can't remember the name if this encrusting piece Stylo I'll post more picture up later today.

Can Magnesium level rise and fall? I been doing 2 part and notice my mag was high 1500. Two days ago I tested it was at 1440 then the day before that it was at 1380? Any idea why it's going up instead of down? I am dosing Alk and Cal only.... Let me know Thanks Frankie

Just wanted to share a vid of my Reef Tank YouTube - 72G Reef Aquarium

Well I decided to do my own DIY standpipe for my overflow box and it works like a Charm.... Alot quiter than the straws I was using to stop the gurguling.... Just thought I share a few pictures The 2 straws I was using before side view The two pieces of PVC I use I use a T to split I cap the...

Well I finally had a chance to Upgrade my Skimmer and Sump/Refugium so I started my DIY project on my sump. I have completed the project and I am happy with the results just thought I would share a few picture with you... I upgraded to a 20G Long Sump Tank My new skimmer came in It was...

New reef store opening up in Highland Park, IL which is about 25 Minutes from me. This place is going to be awesome and with one of the best systems around. Check it out we had a Reef Ball Foundation today and we had a pre grand opening to view the place until it actually opens on Dec 4th, 2009...

Alright a couple weeks ago I saw my prize Acan almost wilt away. I was wondering what could be the problem. Until I read somewhere that Coral can fight for space and start a Chemical War against each other. I forgot that it is possible for this to happen. Well it turns out I was wondering why my...