Recent content by Reefing Madness

Yup, Leathers sure do produce and release toxins. This stunt the growth of near by corals and adversely affect other more sensitive corals. Running carbon in the system will keep these relatively low.

I would treat using PraziPro, not copper. Pretty sure copper is an external treatment of parasites.

Ive got tons of these in my tank, they are harmless.

Unless he's changing water quite often to keep the balance. But hard to do.

All depends on what your dosing.

Signs of HLLE

Remove rock, muriatic acid wash the rock. Rinse and put it back in tank.

Flat Worms

There is a big difference when discussing Live Dry Rock, and just Dry Rock. BRS Reef Saver Live Rock is one of the most unique rocks that is available on the market today. Reef Saver is not taken directly from the ocean, and does not impact living coral reef structures in any form. It is...

And the Rock from Bulk Reef Supply is what?

I'd just use the Hanna Low Range, and thats all. There are more than enough others out there cheaper to use. Also, once your system is up and running why test more than once a month??

I'd recheck the test kit. Theres nothing in the rock to create any ammonia issues. Phosphates yes, Ammonia, no. Ive thrown 50lbs in my tank before without any issues.

Your fine with both readings. The CAL will come down on its own, no reason to mess with it.

In a globe, it doesn't matter where you point it. Yes, keep the powerhead on at all times.

No, you do not need to cure the dry rock before hand. The Live Rock will seed the dry rock itself, and give you more bacteria. It will also not hinder the cycle if you throw it in there now. Because the rock isn't live and will have no die off, it will not affect the cycle, just watch the...