Yes they can be out of the water for 15-20 minutes actually although there can be exceptions. They will coat themselves in a slime but if you feel like they are drying out just splash some water on them to save yourself a few more minutes
Mrc8858 said:Yes they can be out of the water for 15-20 minutes actually although there can be exceptions. They will coat themselves in a slime but if you feel like they are drying out just splash some water on them to save yourself a few more minutes
Mrc8858 said:Some retraction is normal just make sure your trying to match everything as close as possible
DanS180 said:Ok retested again today
Ammo 0ppm
Nitrites 0ppm
Nitrates 40ppm
So a lil improvement, much better than the other day definitely.. think I should do one more big water change??
Mrc8858 said:That's exactly where it should be after a 50% changes so just do a couple more and your back on track
DanS180 said:Has anyone ever used the BRS 3 stage space saver RO system?? Sounds like it'd be perfect for me but a lot of ppl say to get atleast a 4 stage system, thoughts??
Oh and its not a DI system, just strictly RO.. is that okay??
CorallineAlgae said:The 4-stage 75GPD really is better.
You don't have to use a DI filter, especially with the 75GPD RO unit. It's usually recommended and no one will say that it isn't better to have a RODI, but... you're definitely better off with your own RO system than using LFS water. I've always used regular RO in all of my reefs with great results.
DanS180 said:So I would be okay with the 3 stage?? Or do u think I should seriously consider a 4 stage??
CorallineAlgae said:The 4-stage is the way to go. Even if you decide not to use the DI filter later on. It has full sized filter housings that can make a lot more water before replacing the pre-filters. Not that the 3-stage won't work.
Nu-Nu the eel said:I got a great RO unit for 60 bucks on ebay. Works like a charm