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Forum: Reef 06-12-2006, 12:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,852
Posted By JHG
I've used a pen pH meter in my freshwater tanks,...

I've used a pen pH meter in my freshwater tanks, but need to buy some calibration solution so I can begin using it for my marine tanks as well.
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-12-2006, 12:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,177
Posted By JHG
So when using the refactometer one only puts a...

So when using the refactometer one only puts a few drops of the tank water on the glass as well; unlike when you use a pH meter?
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-12-2006, 12:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,177
Posted By JHG
So to calibrate the refractometer I should put a...

So to calibrate the refractometer I should put a few drops of the distilled water on the glass? Forgive me, just want to get this right. :)
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-11-2006, 09:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,177
Posted By JHG
Thanks for the tip on calibrating my...

Thanks for the tip on calibrating my refractometer, but I was actually referring to my pH meter. Do you buy your distilled water from a pharmacy, i.e. Shoppers Drug Mart, etc?
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-11-2006, 09:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,177
Posted By JHG
I used to use mine with my freshwater tanks but...

I used to use mine with my freshwater tanks but need to buy some calibration solution to calibrate it for use on the marine tanks.

If you're still looking for a refractometer try Aquaria Canada. ...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 04-20-2006, 05:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,618
Posted By JHG
A Pocket Expert Guide to Marine Invertebrates

Has anyone read the above book by Ronald L. Shimek? I ordered it recently, hoping to glean a few things but was wondering what others opinions are.
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 04-20-2006, 05:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,151
Posted By JHG
I couldn't agree with you more. Hagen sponges...

I couldn't agree with you more. Hagen sponges last for years as do the rings. I wouldn't bother with the other inserts they recommend as they're not needed. Cycle your tank, perform regular water...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 04-20-2006, 05:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,177
Posted By JHG
AC did have a recent sale for a club I'm involved...

AC did have a recent sale for a club I'm involved with. I'll be picking one up shortly as the hydrometers are just so unreliable. On the same note, is anyone using a pH meter? I have one but...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 04-20-2006, 05:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,836
Posted By JHG
Forgot to ask if anyone has seen the BBC...

Forgot to ask if anyone has seen the BBC documentary Coral Seas? I downloaded this some time ago and liked it so much that I ordered the DVD from Amazon to play at our next club meeting.
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 04-20-2006, 05:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,836
Posted By JHG
Strange! What do you have for RAM and a video...

Strange! What do you have for RAM and a video card? I have a P4 2.0 with 1GB RAM and a 128MB vid card and can watch everything. Updgrade the RAM and graphics card and you'll be flying along.
Forum: Polls 04-20-2006, 05:19 AM
Replies: 16
Poll: Skimmer Type
Views: 3,997
Posted By JHG
I'm a skimmer newbie and am still learning... ...

I'm a skimmer newbie and am still learning... Recommendations for my 42G would be welcome.
Forum: Polls 04-20-2006, 05:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,023
Posted By JHG
I don't want to tell myself how much I spend or I...

I don't want to tell myself how much I spend or I may go into shock. Actually, I'm quite careful, however after delving into the marine side of the hobby, freshwater seems SOOOO cheap!
Forum: Polls 04-20-2006, 05:17 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,754
Posted By JHG
Considering I don't currently have a skimmer and...

Considering I don't currently have a skimmer and am in the market for one, I rely solely on LR/LS and carbon, especially when introducing new corals.
Forum: Polls 04-20-2006, 05:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,881
Posted By JHG
Of course I visit the site from work, usually...

Of course I visit the site from work, usually when I have some downtime.
Forum: Polls 04-20-2006, 05:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,894
Posted By JHG
I record a number of things, mostly when the tank...

I record a number of things, mostly when the tank is new and just becoming established.
Forum: Reef 04-20-2006, 05:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,649
Posted By JHG
I purchased NLS cichlid formula from Neil some...

I purchased NLS cichlid formula from Neil some time ago and began feeding it to all of my marine fish -- they love it! My pair of Ocellaris' colour has really perked up since being on the pellet.
Forum: Reef 04-14-2006, 09:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,999
Posted By JHG
Thanks. Anyone else have any practical...

Thanks. Anyone else have any practical experience with this?
Forum: Reef 04-14-2006, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,999
Posted By JHG
Question Travelling with corals/fish/inverts from US to Canada

Hi all,

Has anyone ever visited the US and brought back corals, fish or inverts? I was reading the www.cites.org page, however I'm looking for a more practical experience with how this works for...
Forum: Reef 03-17-2006, 05:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,798
Posted By JHG
How deep of a substrate bed would ya'll use for a...

How deep of a substrate bed would ya'll use for a 15" high tank such as this? I can ditch the light, because I agree with you about the algae.
Forum: Reef 03-17-2006, 04:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,798
Posted By JHG
New 42G Setup Cycling

Hi all,

I finally setup my 42G and have water and salt mixed. I'm currently using and AquaClear 200 filter, Eheim powerhead and a Mag 3 pump to move water... well actually I used them in the bare...
Forum: Lounge 02-27-2006, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3
Hi
Views: 1,175
Posted By JHG
Hi

Just thought I drop in here to say hello. I'm currently keeping a 10G Nano and a 10G FOWLR and am in the midst of preparing a 42G into a reef tank.

J
Forum: DIY 02-02-2006, 05:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,290
Posted By JHG
Here's my 42G tank. I'd prefer to use a retrofit...

Here's my 42G tank. I'd prefer to use a retrofit or whatever else works best on the canopy portion of my tank. I used to have a few standard plant and aquarium bulbs for the tank when it had live...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-26-2006, 01:22 AM
Replies: 5
Go
Views: 1,377
Posted By JHG
Any updates Gio?

Any updates Gio?
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-21-2006, 02:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,166
Posted By JHG
This sold? If not, I'm interested.

This sold? If not, I'm interested.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-21-2006, 02:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,070
Posted By JHG
Dead link. Which strip is it? 24", 30", 36",...

Dead link.

Which strip is it? 24", 30", 36", etc.?
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