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For Sale in SE PA area: 72 Gallon Oceanic Bowfront Reef Ready Tank Bowfront Black Cabinet Black Canopy Glass Covers Dual Light Strip Oceanic Reef Ready Model 1 Sump with Plumbing 200 pounds Tropical Play Sand (Argonite) 90 pounds Hirocks.com Hawaiian Dry Base Rock Never used, in boxes. About...

Anybody have a clear preference for one vendor's RO/DI units versus the other's? I am looking for a unit to initially use for drinking water, then RO/DI when the 72 gallon goes back up in a few months. I know both vendors get generally positive reviews here, so I'm looking for something to...

By storing the LFS bought ones in the refrigerator, you can usually keep most of them alive for 2-3 days.

My fish have always seemed happy when the music's on. Then again, they mostly hear Marley and Toots and the Maytals, so happy, mellow and hungry are what I'd expect.

Zell, Your update seems to indicate a clear course of action at this point. First, devote all energy to getting the criminal complaint dismissed. Ignore any potential civil liability until when/if that action is initiated. There will be plenty of time to wrestle with valuation issues later...

The best advice (except for what I'll mention later) is to check the applicable law(s). An attorney is not needed for this initially. An internet search can provide relevant state law info. The wording is a bit confusing though. A claim is not the same as a citation. If it is indeed a...

Some prices I found with a quick check: Oceanic 90 gallon RR tank: $394 Stand: $264 Model 1 Sump: $214 Even if it included a canopy and light strip, sounds high. See if they'll come within 10% of internet prices you could find. Good luck.

General septic system/cesspool/sand mound tips: 1. For system longevity, minimize waste water directed into the system. This cannot be over emphasized. 2. Pump regularly, based on system size and number of household members. Yearly is overkill, but can provide good mental insurance for...

The last 4 letters of the word "devil" provide a clue. Seriously, the only guarantee you'll have of peaceful introductions is if they're gone. If they are becoming mean and territorial now, it's a trend that won't stop. That said, there is always the possibility that things will go OK...

RO/DI units generally require 35-40psi to function properly. Low psi is typically associated with private wells, gravity fed systems or high rise locations. Optimum psi is generally around 65psi. Booster pumps should add about 50-60psi. Max psi is generally in the 100-110psi. I believe...

How about saving it for future use? Won't aragonite sand very, very slowly dissolve into solution?

IMO, their rock is an excellent value. Upside: price, generally interesting rock and perfect for building a base upon which to place your live rock. Downsides: you don't get to select your pieces, ship time (10 days to east coast, should be much less within CA), and a PO'd UPS delivery guy...

From wetwebmedia: "The RO's for home use are designed to work with chlorinated water. The chlorine in the water prevents bacterial buildup on the membrane. Keep in mind that a good RO system usually pushes water through a 1 to 5 micron cartridge before it enters the membrane. There are units...

If it really is a FO tank, you're OK with what you have, subject to simply how you think it looks. With proper water chemistry, you're probably OK with what you have for a FOWLR. Upgrade needed for reef though. Be advised, lights can be the most costly item if you're comtemplating reef.

Send them a quick email and they should respond reagrding status. FYI, my one order took about 2 weeks...a couple of days to fill then ground shipping cross country took close to 10 days. You will literally get a cardboard box full of rocks. It's good stuff, but I found getting a delivery of...