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Forum: DIY 01-26-2009, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,402
Posted By sphelps
So.. what size tank?

So.. what size tank?
Forum: DIY 01-26-2009, 07:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,402
Posted By sphelps
What size tank? I can't see all that fitting over...

What size tank? I can't see all that fitting over a standard 4 foot tank. T5 reflectors are about 2.5" wide so you'll need 25" alone to fit 10 T5s side by side, then you still need to fit the halides...
Forum: Pictures 01-26-2009, 03:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,944
Posted By sphelps
A few of mine :mrgreen: ...

A few of mine :mrgreen:

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/Corals/DSC_0003-2.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/Corals/DSC_0008.jpg
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Forum: Reef 01-24-2009, 03:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,526
Posted By sphelps
Actually this is not correct. Tempered glass will...

Actually this is not correct. Tempered glass will always shatter into small oval pebbles when broken. Tempered glass is often referred to as safety glass because of this reason.

When it comes to...
Forum: Reef 01-24-2009, 02:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,416
Posted By sphelps
Second the Reefers Best, it's available at my LFS...

Second the Reefers Best, it's available at my LFS not sure about your location.
Forum: Reef 01-22-2009, 09:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,526
Posted By sphelps
3mm glass should be tempered to increase its...

3mm glass should be tempered to increase its strength. If it's not tempered it could crack from the heat and/or water splash. Thinner glass is better so less light is filtered but if thinner glass is...
Forum: Reef 01-22-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,526
Posted By sphelps
Did you have the glass tempered? It's pretty...

Did you have the glass tempered? It's pretty important if you use thin glass like 3mm. If you used 5 or 6mm you should be ok with non-tempered.
Forum: Reef 01-22-2009, 06:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,731
Posted By sphelps
From my experience you can't beat the T5 and MH...

From my experience you can't beat the T5 and MH combo. Both have there advantages but combining them gives the best of both. I've tried all T5 and all Halide on my tank and in the end settled on both...
Forum: Reef 01-22-2009, 06:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,526
Posted By sphelps
I use 250W lumenmax 3 reflectors, they are very...

I use 250W lumenmax 3 reflectors, they are very similar to the lumenarc mini but use DE bulbs. They have glass shields and have no issues with heat.
Forum: DIY 01-22-2009, 12:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,993
Posted By sphelps
I thought I might mention there may be another...

I thought I might mention there may be another alternative to the workhorse ballasts if you're having trouble locating one locally. EECOL Electric here in Saskatoon sells ballasts designed...
Forum: DIY 01-21-2009, 09:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,993
Posted By sphelps
Yes that's correct I was just saying if you...

Yes that's correct I was just saying if you wanted to cut back on cost you could just fire 4 and 4. Keeps things a little more simple to.
Forum: DIY 01-21-2009, 03:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,993
Posted By sphelps
The results I've seen...

The results I've seen (http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=724967) show about 7% difference between dynamic T5 ballasts and workhorse when comparing par. I haven't seen a direct...
Forum: DIY 01-21-2009, 01:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,993
Posted By sphelps
If you really want to save a couple more bucks...

If you really want to save a couple more bucks you could skip the waterproof end caps and use standard ones which usually cost about $2-3 per pair. These are used in Tek and other fixtures. You can...
Forum: Lounge 01-19-2009, 11:54 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,508
Posted By sphelps
I'm pretty sure I saw the elephants make that...

I'm pretty sure I saw the elephants make that baby last time I was there, not so cute but pretty emasculating.
Forum: Lounge 01-19-2009, 11:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,392
Posted By sphelps
I dedicate this post to you on your special day,...

I dedicate this post to you on your special day, 1000 posts!
Forum: Lounge 01-19-2009, 11:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,392
Posted By sphelps
Happy Birthday Superduperwesman!!

:new-bday:

Happy B-Day Wesman!! You're an old man now so make sure it's a good one!

Cheers!
Forum: Marine Fish 01-19-2009, 02:55 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 32,055
Posted By sphelps
You're probably right. The fish poops a...

You're probably right. The fish poops a fluorescent green slime that I swear would even glow in the dark.
Forum: Lounge 01-18-2009, 03:27 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,508
Posted By sphelps
Yeah I think you're over reacting, accidents...

Yeah I think you're over reacting, accidents happen. You can't say they didn't care or try, they gave CPR to a goat! That's more than I would do.

Zoos are somewhat cruel places for animals but...
Forum: Canreef Nano Tank Build Contest #1 01-18-2009, 02:41 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 158,617
Posted By sphelps
Thanks Scott, I got this camera specifically for...

Thanks Scott, I got this camera specifically for scuba diving because it has the settings I think will produce the best pictures underwater. I can set and save two preset WBs so that should help with...
Forum: Marine Fish 01-17-2009, 11:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,022
Posted By sphelps
haha fish are stupid :wink:

haha fish are stupid :wink:
Forum: Canreef Nano Tank Build Contest #1 01-16-2009, 09:14 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 105,994
Posted By sphelps
I don't have an issue with it but eventually...

I don't have an issue with it but eventually you're going to have to stick with something.

So far your tank progress seems a little strange to me. I'm not sure that keeping "non-contest" corals...
Forum: Marine Fish 01-16-2009, 07:32 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 32,055
Posted By sphelps
Yeap, it's beneficial in my mind as I get better...

Yeap, it's beneficial in my mind as I get better color from a lot of my SPS since some have brown polyps.
Forum: Canreef Nano Tank Build Contest #1 01-16-2009, 05:11 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 95,018
Posted By sphelps
Yeah sorry to hear that but if you have time to...

Yeah sorry to hear that but if you have time to post words how come you can't post a picture you you already taken? **** happens, that's life. Some jackass breaks into your place and you're going to...
Forum: Marine Fish 01-16-2009, 02:57 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 32,055
Posted By sphelps
This is a picture took yesterday of my yellow...

This is a picture took yesterday of my yellow mille. This coral is by far the fishes favorite. As you can see not much for polyp extension but still looks healthy.
...
Forum: Canreef Nano Tank Build Contest #1 01-16-2009, 02:45 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 266,006
Posted By sphelps
Haha, hope you don't mind. I took this when I was...

Haha, hope you don't mind. I took this when I was at your place :biggrin:

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/Nano%20Contest/Wes1.jpg
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