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Forum: Reef 01-05-2008, 11:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Matt
So, that seems to have worked. I have a nice arc...

So, that seems to have worked. I have a nice arc of foam going from 2->3 now, and it seems fine.

Thanks for all the comments. I don't seem to have a micro-bubble problem, either, so I might...
Forum: Reef 01-05-2008, 08:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Matt
I decided to move the skimmer pump into chamber 2...

I decided to move the skimmer pump into chamber 2 for now. It (just) fits. For a cheap-and-easy solution until I have time to replumb/replace my sump. I just need some 3/4" ID tubing and I'm set. ...
Forum: Reef 01-05-2008, 03:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Matt
A hole in that baffle will create a single water...

A hole in that baffle will create a single water pool in the sump, and the skimmer won't have a stable water level any more.
Forum: Reef 01-05-2008, 07:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,074
Posted By Matt
Well, I already have... twice. Not total losses,...

Well, I already have... twice. Not total losses, but nasty losses. Once from my stupidity and impatience, and once from a cracked bottom pane. I think most people's systems are quite a lot closer...
Forum: Reef 01-05-2008, 07:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,643
Posted By Matt
Skimmer question

OK, so I finally broke down and bought a quality skimmer, that's sized for my tank, a EuroReef RS-80. All you kids out there: listen to the experts; buy better gear the first time! Skimmer one, a...
Forum: DIY 01-04-2008, 04:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,911
Posted By Matt
I used to fill 5 gal totes and carry them...

I used to fill 5 gal totes and carry them downstairs. I recently got smart, went to HD and bought a dehumidifier float valve, a bit of 1/4" tubing, a T, and a small ball valve. Now, the line goes...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 01-02-2008, 05:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,281
Posted By Matt
The zoos and the colt are spoken for.

The zoos and the colt are spoken for.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 01-01-2008, 09:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,281
Posted By Matt
Frags for sale - EDM

A few items for sale, just cleaning up.
$10 -- Green/Silver zoo: small colony, 40+ polyps, 1/5" across
$15 -- "boyscout" brown/blue zoos: frag, 10-15 polyps
$10 -- small colt, 3"
$5/head -- a few...
Forum: Lounge 12-30-2007, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,121
Posted By Matt
Vancouver's public aquarium is well worth the...

Vancouver's public aquarium is well worth the visit. J&L is right on the skytrain line, so it is really easy to get to. OA is worth the trip, but a bit more out-of-the way. And, you can try to...
Forum: Edmonton 12-30-2007, 10:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,132
Posted By Matt
Welcome to Canreef!

Welcome to Canreef!
Forum: Lounge 12-30-2007, 09:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
Posted By Matt
I'd like to dive the Similans some day. I did...

I'd like to dive the Similans some day. I did some diving off Koh Tao, in the Gulf of Thailand, and that was incredible and the island was fantastic. I really liked Kao Lak, which you'll see if...
Forum: Reef 12-30-2007, 12:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,413
Posted By Matt
Reduce flow and turn off the lights.

Reduce flow and turn off the lights.
Forum: Reef 12-28-2007, 10:40 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,326
Posted By Matt
Like you don't understand. I know.

Like you don't understand. I know.
Forum: Reef 12-28-2007, 09:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,326
Posted By Matt
My shopping list was: 1 ER RS-80 skimmer, 2...

My shopping list was:
1 ER RS-80 skimmer,
2 hydor koralia 2s
1 phosban reactor
and some supply-type items.

All shipping their way from BC to here. Soon, my pretties, soon we will be together.
Forum: Reef 12-26-2007, 09:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,523
Posted By Matt
OA had a break on ER skimmers, and I bought one...

OA had a break on ER skimmers, and I bought one (RS80). I also bought some stuff from JL. All stuff I was buying anyway, so any savings are good savings. I also stopped in at BA's... killer prices...
Forum: FOWLR 12-23-2007, 03:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,665
Posted By Matt
Don't panic unless they're spreading rapidly. ...

Don't panic unless they're spreading rapidly. I've had a patch come and go without doing anything except fretting.
Forum: Edmonton 12-22-2007, 05:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt
I'll repeat my offer to you, Al. PM me with what...

I'll repeat my offer to you, Al. PM me with what you want and I'll front it for you.
Forum: Reef 12-22-2007, 07:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,514
Posted By Matt
You need to be introduced to the greatness that...

You need to be introduced to the greatness that is Randy Holmes-Farley. Many of his excellent articles from ReefCentral are linked on the Reef Chemistry page right here:...
Forum: FOWLR 12-22-2007, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,665
Posted By Matt
It is hard to tell from the picture, but I think...

It is hard to tell from the picture, but I think that's hydroids. If they are spreading, you might want to dose them with boiling water, vinegar, kalk, joe's juice, or something. They might sting...
Forum: Reef 12-22-2007, 07:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,368
Posted By Matt
Giving a little slip with a weak detergent (a...

Giving a little slip with a weak detergent (a drop or two in a cup of water) works too, if you think to do it before you "dry" fit.

After the fact, it is easy... just a little tap on the side of...
Forum: DIY 12-22-2007, 02:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,235
Posted By Matt
Correction, Harvey. That would be limewater all...

Correction, Harvey. That would be limewater all over the house. Actually, this is easy to contain and divert to a basement floor drain, but still not an option I like to contemplate. I really...
Forum: DIY 12-21-2007, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,235
Posted By Matt
Top-off pump

I want to experiment with auto top-off of my tank.

There are two methods I'm considering. One seems higher risk, but I'll lay them both out. For aesthetic purposes, and for space constraints, I...
Forum: Edmonton 12-21-2007, 04:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt
I'm planning to order a few things, easily enough...

I'm planning to order a few things, easily enough to qualify for free shipping (assuming they offer that on their "sale" days). I don't want to bother them with a "group buy" on their busiest days of...
Forum: Reef 12-21-2007, 04:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,110
Posted By Matt
Tough to criticize anyone who spends that much...

Tough to criticize anyone who spends that much time to achieve his vision... but... he says in the thread that he was trying to avoid "tacky". I think he swerved and hit kitschy instead.

I...
Forum: Reef 12-14-2007, 07:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,682
Posted By Matt
I've found the daylight phillips @ london drugs...

I've found the daylight phillips @ london drugs and at HD recently.

They are 6700K
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