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    using a surface skimmer

    thinking of hooking up my aquaclear power filter to a surface skimmer, does this work well?
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    Floating plants?

    What are some good floating plants to grow in a 33gal, to provide some surface cover (or is this a good idea)?
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    Lighting in a South American tank

    so, if i wanted to grow some plants, what would be a good substrate? also, what's the scoop on using peat? I also posted about blackwater extract..does this help?
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    Blackwater extract

    Has anyone used Tetra Blackwater extract before? I heard it stimulates spawning.
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    Lighting in a South American tank

    I am thinking of going with a black coloured gravel to really show the neons and the other tetras (and possibly the discus). Is this a good choice for lighting and helping to show their colours?
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    Setting up a South American tank

    yeah, i'm thinking of discus anyways...they're usually peaceful right?
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    Setting up a South American tank

    Does anyone have any info on setting up a S.A. tank, I'm looking for info on: -good substrate -plants: real of fake? -ph...peat or no peat? -good tankmates (angels or discus?) -neons will definitely be there Thanks!
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    help with heater

    what's the best heater to get for a 33gal? probably going to have South Americans or African Cichlids.
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    substrate

    For an african tank, what is the best type of substrate to use? I've heard caribsea aragamax is good because it helps to maintain a high ph. Also, can you use natural slate from a quarry in your tank as decoration?
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    Cichlids that will breed in your tank

    I've got a S.A. tank ready to go (33gal), and thinking about starting an African Cichlid tank (also 33gal). What are some good Cichlids that will readily lay eggs in your tank? I'm thinking of lamprologus/neolamprologus and brichardi???
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    South American tank

    Would Discus be a good choice? I hear they don't go well with Angels.
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    Lighting in a South American tank

    thanks..what do you mean by stock lighting, and how do you check colour ratings?
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    Lighting in a South American tank

    as previously posted, I'm stocking a 33gal with South American species like discus, angels, and tetras, etc. I'm thinking of going with florescent lighting, but for these species I'm assuming it has to be subtle. What would anyone recommend in terms of lighting which would bring out their...
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    South American tank

    Stocking a 33gal South American tank soon...thinking of the following: -various small cory cats (how many?) -school of neons(how many?) -various tetras (which kinds?) -discus or angelfish? anyone have any thoughts on which would look best, or any others to add to the list?
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    good partner shrimp for banded shrimp goby

    anyone know the names of the best partner shrimp for banded gobies?
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    Tap water and dechlorination??

    I guess I mean it's clear and tastes well to me...but i realize that doesn't mean it's fine for the fish. I'll run some tests and check with my LFS on RO water.
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    Tap water and dechlorination??

    I don't have an RO/DI unit and our tap water is very good. How do I dechlorinate? Before or after you add the salt mix? Using it for a 33gal with fish and inverts.
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    Bak-Pak 2

    I'm using it for a 33gal with some fish and inverts
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    Bak-Pak 2

    anyone use the bak-pak 2 and how was it in terms of noise, efficiency, and is it worth getting??
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    Stand Plans

    Where can I find some good DIY plans for an aqaurium stand (33gal)?
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    Substrate?

    Is aragonite the best substrate to use, and if so, what brand?
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    Quietest HOB Skimmer

    Can anyone tell me what the quietest HOB skimmer is?
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    stocking a 33gal

    thanks, what's the scoop on tank size and inverts? any species of fish better suited to living with shrimps/crabs?
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    stocking a 33gal

    can anyone give me some ideas on what fish (and how many) to stock for a 33gal? what kind of inverts should I have?
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    setting up a remora

    is it necessary for just the remora?
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