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Forum: Nano Tank Talk 10-15-2010, 06:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,948
Posted By sphelps
I'm in the process of setting up a 6.6gal pico...

I'm in the process of setting up a 6.6gal pico with LEDs. I just purchased a 6x3W LED retro kit from RapidLED for $70. I don't know how much light it'll create and what kind of corals I'll be able to...
Forum: Reef 10-14-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,854
Posted By sphelps
Realistically you should examine other options....

Realistically you should examine other options. For the money you build a canopy with a retrofit kit and use better quality parts. For example the bulbs included in the link won't be much good...
Forum: Reef 10-14-2010, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,854
Posted By sphelps
With only MH you'll likely want a higher K bulb...

With only MH you'll likely want a higher K bulb so I'd go with three for sure. Using two will also not light the whole tank and create two distinct lighting patterns which some people prefer but it...
Forum: DIY 10-14-2010, 02:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,770
Posted By sphelps
As far as I know the GE D&W 100% has always said...

As far as I know the GE D&W 100% has always said "not for use in aquariums" but it's always worked well for me.
Forum: Reef 10-13-2010, 07:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,041
Posted By sphelps
15mm with a euro brace and at least one brace in...

15mm with a euro brace and at least one brace in the center for added support. The euro brace should be at least 4" wide.

You could use 12mm all around but no matter what the bracing it'll bow a...
Forum: Lounge 10-06-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,295
Posted By sphelps
As soon as somebody says "I've been doing this...

As soon as somebody says "I've been doing this for _ years" you know they don't know sh*t. This is true for any industry and deal with clients and customers like this all the time.

You should...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 10-05-2010, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,562
Posted By sphelps
LF: Some Help from Calgarian Reefer

I'm hoping someone in Calgary can help me out by selling me some cured live rock in a five gallon pail filled with used saltwater from their tank.

I'm going to be setting up a small tank and only...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 10-04-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,011
Posted By sphelps
WTB: Small Stand

Looking for a small stand with some kind of cabinet. Small in the range of 10-20 gallons max. Ideally something that looks half decent.

If you got something, let me know.

Cheers
Forum: Reef 10-01-2010, 08:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,688
Posted By sphelps
You can't match the flow of two pumps no matter...

You can't match the flow of two pumps no matter what. Either the water input or output flow rate from you DT must be dependent on the other. Trying to match two independent flow rates will not only...
Forum: Reef 10-01-2010, 07:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,688
Posted By sphelps
Your return pump will have to be located in your...

Your return pump will have to be located in your overflow box and pump to the sump above. You'll need two drain lines from your sump to setup a herbie style "return line" or overflow or whatever you...
Forum: Lounge 09-24-2010, 11:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,725
Posted By sphelps
Lots of tanks have side and back return holes,...

Lots of tanks have side and back return holes, typically you don't have to worry about creating weak points as they don't usually go at the weakest point of the tank.

A surge is a waste of time...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 09-23-2010, 12:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 997
Posted By sphelps
LF: Cheap or Broken Canister Filter (Calgary)

If you have a canister filter that doesn't work for whatever reason or have one you don't use anymore and want to sell cheap let me know.

Looking for something within Calgary.

Cheers!
Forum: Reef 08-22-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 10,638
Posted By sphelps
It won't make a noticeable difference, mine has...

It won't make a noticeable difference, mine has always been in the basement with a line upstairs, same with many other systems I've dealt with. The extra pressure difference isn't enough to cause...
Forum: Reef 08-21-2010, 11:15 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 10,638
Posted By sphelps
Only way out is to lie, honestly will only screw...

Only way out is to lie, honestly will only screw you.

Break the water line under the sink so it looks like a faulty part or something. Then it wouldn't technically be your fault.

Or tell her...
Forum: Reef 08-18-2010, 11:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By sphelps
10mm for euro braced 12mm for rimless

10mm for euro braced
12mm for rimless
Forum: Saskatchewan 08-18-2010, 01:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,159
Posted By sphelps
Be careful, once you go visit Bayside and see the...

Be careful, once you go visit Bayside and see the corals and meet the great staff it's hard to go anywhere else. I know when I setup in Calgary they'll be many road trips back to Saskatoon.

Google...
Forum: Lounge 08-15-2010, 10:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,581
Posted By sphelps
I guess it depends what you buy. My car stores...

I guess it depends what you buy. My car stores all kinds of info in the key fob, including maintenance records, average millage and even driving style. It's also very easy to tell when a car is been...
Forum: Lounge 08-15-2010, 04:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,581
Posted By sphelps
I'd second looking at slightly used. I saved over...

I'd second looking at slightly used. I saved over $15K on my car cause I let someone put 40K on it. Got it re-certified through the dealer with new warranty and even a better finance rate compared to...
Forum: Calgary 08-11-2010, 08:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,944
Posted By sphelps
Unless you're using a jointer on your edges, 16...

Unless you're using a jointer on your edges, 16 will give you a more reliable seal over 3 or 4. Also don't use 3 on cast material, only extruded, 4 is actually best for both.
Forum: Reef 08-09-2010, 08:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,653
Posted By sphelps
The brown is zooanthelia and in simple terms is...

The brown is zooanthelia and in simple terms is just a form of algae and can be treated as such. It can take a long time top get rid of the brown, just imagine if you had a rock with hair algae on it...
Forum: Fishbrains 08-05-2010, 11:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,126
Posted By sphelps
I voted for the alley cause I thought it be funny...

I voted for the alley cause I thought it be funny but someone already beat me to it.

I'd go with the $20 mark, it's still pretty cheap so might as well make things nicer. Quality is key in a...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 07-21-2010, 06:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,397
Posted By sphelps
Sold

Sold
Forum: Photography 07-20-2010, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,531
Posted By sphelps
Effectively all macro lenses are capable of the...

Effectively all macro lenses are capable of the same magnification (1:1) no matter what the zoom. The difference is the minimum focus distance which is the distance from the lens to the subject to...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 07-20-2010, 01:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,647
Posted By sphelps
Updated, not much left!!

Updated, not much left!!
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 07-20-2010, 01:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,397
Posted By sphelps
FS: Live Rock $200 for 100lbs

Got some rock for sale, prefer pickup but willing to work with the right buyer if shipping is needed.

It's a mix of various stuff, doesn't have coraline.
Probably just shy of 100lbs available.
...
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