Gregcoyote
Aquarium Advice Addict
Agreed and the cheap one works just fine.
I've also been doing some research into a controller and probes but I don't think I'm there yet as far as need. Those things can pretty much do anything. LOL But they are pretty pricey and I'm not sure what is and what is not necessary yet.
I may be dosing soon too, I have some weird parameters going on with my 125g, I posted a thread but no response just yet. i also have doubled the corals I kept previously so that probably has something to do with it. I guess the corals are taking more from my system than I can put in. :-(
The probes look really neat to have, but the only ones that I see plentiful are the temp, ph and orp (which most say isnt needed to be monitored) so I'm not sure if I'm gonna take the plunge on those.
We're just jealous cause we see so many people just throw together a tank and call it a day without real forethought or research. It's pretty refreshing. I'm glad youre doing crazy research and taking your time, your livestock will be most appreciative.
Thats a great article, everyone who keeps sw should read it.
I havent been dosing kalk or anything else for that matter as up to now I was running smoothly and within parameters. It's only recently that I've noticed an issue. I think I'm going to try a dkh buffer first and see if that can stabilize my KH and ph. if that doesnt work or is too much effort/money i may just go with a 2 part system. Still gathering my information.
With the fluval, at least for now, you don't have to worry about any flooding or oopsies. It's when you set up an overflow and sump that the possibility arises. i was scared to death to do a sump for that very reason, but from the information I got form this forum I can go to bed at night and be confident that I won't flood.
Sounds good, youre almost there. Very cool. I can't bear to not open my new packages, it would bug me all night long lol.
Any ideas on the skimmer yet? I posted the cheap refractometer earlier in the thread for you.
Buffy said:I got the link. probably gonna get that one as the are all pretty basic and why pay 100 for the same one that you can get for 30.
Skimmers.. I looked at those but didn't order any yet cause I'm stuck. I'm confused as to which type and well just basically everything still. I almost understand the purpose though LOL. I'm still figuring out the variables and "secondary" purposes. venturi vs needle. spray vs pump. concurrent vs coconcurrent. u know the stuff I knew when I was a baby that I just filed away. still getting thru cobwebs LOL.
Buffy said:Got home from work and I had a box outside. I believe it contains the Fluval 405. Haven't opened it yet. Got a few things to do before bed, the if I have time before work tonite, I'll be opening my goodies. I swear if I do it now, I won't go to bed and work will be really hard.
I've decided on:
AquaC Remora Pro Protein Skimmer with Rio 1400 Pump & Drain Fitting
Title says Rio 1400 pump but I'm going to get the Mag 3. I'm also going to get:
AquaC Surface Prefilter Box
I've a few things I gotta get done before I can order. But if anyone has any input on these items, please let me know.
Thanks
How did u not open it I woulda tore it open like it was a xmas gift..
Decisions decisions.....I'd mess with the lights, easy to do. The filter will take you awhile to setup.