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Forum: New to the Hobby 10-13-2004, 10:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,096
Posted By mr_alberta
The best way, I think, would be a reactor to run...

The best way, I think, would be a reactor to run carbon. Have a piece of PVC pipe, put caps on both ends and pump water through it. I think that's the best way to run carbon.
Forum: Edmonton 10-13-2004, 01:19 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,978
Posted By mr_alberta
I'm still in either way as well.

I'm still in either way as well.
Forum: Reef 10-12-2004, 05:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,994
Posted By mr_alberta
I personally use the freeze dried stuff that...

I personally use the freeze dried stuff that comes in the cans. I feed very little (a little goes a long way!). I usually mix it with the Mysis I feed (when I remember to that is).

Pros:...
Forum: Edmonton 10-12-2004, 04:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,472
Posted By mr_alberta
For your overflow, you will probably be looking...

For your overflow, you will probably be looking at a stand pipe. Now, before you go out and buy an overflow kit from Oceanic or All Glass, do a search on Reef Central for something called a "Durso"...
Forum: DIY 10-12-2004, 04:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,207
Posted By mr_alberta
Algae Turf Scrubbers???

Well, I'm looking at the various ways of filtration and came upon something called Algae Turf Scrubbers which I didn't know about until a few hours ago. They sound promising, but I'm not really...
Forum: Reef 10-12-2004, 03:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,211
Posted By mr_alberta
How about a float switch and an Aqua Lifter? ...

How about a float switch and an Aqua Lifter? Only turn on the Aqualifter when you have evaporation...
Forum: Edmonton 10-12-2004, 02:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,777
Posted By mr_alberta
Welcome to the club and to the forum Matt! Also,...

Welcome to the club and to the forum Matt! Also, welcome back to the hobby!

As far as local retailer for Livestock/Equipment, here is the quick and dirty list:

Local Stores

Aquarium...
Forum: Reef 10-12-2004, 01:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,211
Posted By mr_alberta
Have you looked into the Aqualifter pumps? They...

Have you looked into the Aqualifter pumps? They are cheap ($20 or so) and do about 3gph. I've seen others use these as dosing pumps. I myself was going to use one, but never got around to setting...
Forum: Edmonton 10-10-2004, 04:59 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,978
Posted By mr_alberta
Hi, I added a few small things to my order: ...

Hi,

I added a few small things to my order:

1xbulkhead
1xstrainer
1xMag face plate
+ my original order from before of:
65lbs Fiji
2x160G IO salt
Forum: Edmonton 10-09-2004, 10:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,260
Posted By mr_alberta
Got any pics of your topoff setup Beth? Maybe...

Got any pics of your topoff setup Beth? Maybe that would help as well.
Forum: Edmonton 10-09-2004, 10:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,260
Posted By mr_alberta
Hi, For your situation, I would get two of...

Hi,

For your situation, I would get two of these....:
http://aquariacanada.com/osCommerce/product_info.php?products_id=716

....and read these threads here on how to hook them up:...
Forum: Edmonton 10-09-2004, 05:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
I like the Coralife PC fixtures, but really don't...

I like the Coralife PC fixtures, but really don't know anything about thier MH fixtures. Sorry Lee, can't help you there. Try snooping around on RC, I'm sure someone there has used it at some point.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 10-09-2004, 05:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,805
Posted By mr_alberta
I have a Little Giant 5MD SC if you're looking...

I have a Little Giant 5MD SC if you're looking for an external one.

http://www.canreef.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=11807
Forum: Edmonton 10-09-2004, 05:07 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
Yes, purchasing bulbs from the US always seems...

Yes, purchasing bulbs from the US always seems cheaper. They often have a much wider selection as well.
Forum: Edmonton 10-08-2004, 09:39 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
MV = Mercury Vapor (if you look on JL's, it will...

MV = Mercury Vapor (if you look on JL's, it will be listed as "EYE" and are used only (as far as I know) for the Iwasaki 6500K bulbs.

HQI ballasts are typically used with double ended Metal Halide...
Forum: Edmonton 10-08-2004, 08:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
The ANSI code would be on the ballast itself...

The ANSI code would be on the ballast itself (he'd most likely have to open up the ballast box).

I really wouldn't stress out too over the ANSI codes and whatnot though.

Wow, a 20000K 175W...
Forum: Edmonton 10-08-2004, 04:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
You might need to find out what type of ballast...

You might need to find out what type of ballast you have (the ANSI code). Even though all bulbs should fire properly on most ballasts, some bulbs may have starting problems (i.e. they don't start up...
Forum: Edmonton 10-08-2004, 04:47 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,978
Posted By mr_alberta
Well, if we are 1 box short of $3.99/lb, it would...

Well, if we are 1 box short of $3.99/lb, it would be $4.09/lb.
Forum: Pictures 10-08-2004, 05:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,712
Posted By mr_alberta
Ah yes, but how far up is the Mak 4 pumping? ...

Ah yes, but how far up is the Mak 4 pumping? :mrgreen:
Forum: Pictures 10-08-2004, 03:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,712
Posted By mr_alberta
Ahh I see....ok, last question, I promise: ...

Ahh I see....ok, last question, I promise:

What kind of flow can you push through that slot?

Thanks for all your help Deb :biggrin:
Forum: Pictures 10-07-2004, 11:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,712
Posted By mr_alberta
Curved cut as in a smiley face type curve? Also,...

Curved cut as in a smiley face type curve? Also, does it go all the way to the top of the glass?

Thanks!
Forum: Pictures 10-07-2004, 09:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,712
Posted By mr_alberta
Hi Deb, Can you tell me if the slots for the...

Hi Deb,

Can you tell me if the slots for the overflow box are cut into the long side or the short side of the tank? Also, do you know about how big the box is roughly? Thanks.

(sorry to...
Forum: Edmonton 10-07-2004, 05:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
Ah, just do a couple of pendants and be done with...

Ah, just do a couple of pendants and be done with it..... :mrgreen:
Forum: Edmonton 10-07-2004, 06:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,407
Posted By mr_alberta
Actually Lee, If you want to go all the way...

Actually Lee,

If you want to go all the way to 400W, you can talk to Jim...he has some old 400W ballasts lying around (don't know how much he'd want for them though)...and the bulbs would be like...
Forum: New to the Hobby 10-07-2004, 05:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,781
Posted By mr_alberta
I thought the majority of urchins available for...

I thought the majority of urchins available for purchase ate coralline. Please correct me if I'm wrong :confused:
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