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Forum: Reef 07-09-2009, 03:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,577
Posted By c_scherer123
Not much SW experience (yet...), but I have spent...

Not much SW experience (yet...), but I have spent many hours researching and lurking around this and other forums.

I would skip the canister, and use the money towards a good skimmer (which...
Forum: Reef 07-07-2009, 03:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,069
Posted By c_scherer123
No need to go farther than the kitchen, I never...

No need to go farther than the kitchen, I never knew kitchen utensils had so many uses... I left the room when she tried to open a can with a butchering knife (we do own 3 working can openers!).
Forum: Reef 07-07-2009, 02:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,069
Posted By c_scherer123
My stepdad uses delicate screwdrivers to fix...

My stepdad uses delicate screwdrivers to fix computers, but still refuses to let me use the bigger/sturdier ones.
My Mom claims if screwdrivers were meant to to be hammered into a rock, they would...
Forum: Reef 07-07-2009, 01:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,069
Posted By c_scherer123
My mom refused to let me "torture" a screwdriver...

My mom refused to let me "torture" a screwdriver or the hacksaw - so I used a hammer and a big nail.
I found 4-5 peanut worms, I thought I only had one in there... Numerous fanworms, some didn't...
Forum: Reef 07-06-2009, 08:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,069
Posted By c_scherer123
how to gently break rock?

How does one "gently" break LR to extract a eunicid worm?
I don't want to use freshwater as there are some nice fanworms and good hitchhikers and this is the piece of rock I chose to diversify my...
Forum: Reef 07-04-2009, 06:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,473
Posted By c_scherer123
It may be a peanut worm... Hard to see in the...

It may be a peanut worm... Hard to see in the corner it is hidden. The pictures are so blurry I won't even bother posting them, all you can see is a blur as the worm hid.

But I am thinking that...
Forum: Reef 07-03-2009, 10:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,975
Posted By c_scherer123
I am currently practicing on a 20g which will...

I am currently practicing on a 20g which will eventually become a quarantine for a 90g.
I have a nice 4g bucket which I currently mix water/salt in. (actually an icecream bucket from a local store)
Forum: Freshwater 07-03-2009, 08:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,759
Posted By c_scherer123
I agree. I tried some snails in a jar and added...

I agree. I tried some snails in a jar and added salt slowly, took a fair bit of salt. More than I would add with my fish. Some seem more sensitive, like brigs, canas, spixix, but others like...
Forum: Reef 07-03-2009, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,975
Posted By c_scherer123
Didn't think it would work, but wanted to check. ...

Didn't think it would work, but wanted to check.

PS. What size container do you use to mix your salt water in?
Forum: Reef 07-03-2009, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,473
Posted By c_scherer123
odd hitchhiker - ID please?

I got a new 1lb peice of liverock and gave it a 15min freshwater bath, using the turkey baster to blast holes and remove well over a dozen bristleworms. I also discovered scuds and corepods and put...
Forum: Reef 07-03-2009, 07:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,975
Posted By c_scherer123
kettle to heat water for water changes?

Instead of using a heater to heat water for water changes, is it possible to use a kettle? Before you add the salt of course.
It would be a bit harder to get the exact temp correct, but it would...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 06-25-2009, 11:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,394
Posted By c_scherer123
Thanks, but I seem to have plenty of offers! My...

Thanks, but I seem to have plenty of offers! My tank is going to be pretty full! I might pm you around oct/nov when I get my big tank up.

Hummer - thanks for the offer, but I get to Calgary...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 06-24-2009, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,394
Posted By c_scherer123
LF Green star polyps & other hardy coral frags (edm)

I set up my first saltwater tank :biggrin:. So now I would like to see something in it...
I am looking a small frag of Green star polyps (No, I am not joking...) and possibly one or two other very...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-20-2009, 02:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 953
Posted By c_scherer123
FS 12g deluxe Nanocube (Edmonton)

I have a 12g deluxe Nanocube tank for sale. dimensions: 14"L x 16"w x 13" tall (16" tall with lid).
It is less than 3 months old, I originally bought it for a FW shelldweller tank, but the lighting...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 06-19-2009, 07:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By c_scherer123
Thanks! Please archive/close thread.

Thanks!
Please archive/close thread.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 06-17-2009, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By c_scherer123
LF Live rock (Edm)

I am setting up the beginnings of a 20g tank.
I am looking for 5-10 lbs of live rock from an established, aipista free, tank. I wouldn't mind a cup or two of Live sand either to kick start things....
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-13-2009, 09:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,371
Posted By c_scherer123
where to find the Octopus extreme MSX200 in Canada?

Sorry if this is in the wrong place.
Where can I find the Octopus extreme MSX200 skimmer in Canada?
I prefer to avoid the duty charges from the US. Is there any Canadian company that sell it?
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-10-2009, 09:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,927
Posted By c_scherer123
Lighting required for Cheato?

I am going to have a small sump with a small compartment, about 12"x14" for Cheato. What kind of lighting will give me good growth and be energy efficient? (If my Mom found a light UNDER the tank...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-10-2009, 09:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,115
Posted By c_scherer123
Found a better solution - use a portable unit. ...

Found a better solution - use a portable unit. Bulk reef supply has some that just hook up to the faucet and I can disconnect and store it when it is not being used.
Without all this discussion I...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 06-06-2009, 10:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,115
Posted By c_scherer123
Thanks for all your help. But I hope you can...

Thanks for all your help. But I hope you can help me now, I found a small stumbling block...
Most of units I am looking at are 15-18" tall and I only have 11"-12" max height to work in under my...
Forum: Reef 06-03-2009, 09:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,340
Posted By c_scherer123
Tank lid? Good or bad?

I have tried hunting for info, but I am coming up pretty empty handed. Any opinions or links would be appreciated.

Is it better to have glass tank lid on the tank or not? I know our freshwater...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 05-29-2009, 10:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,115
Posted By c_scherer123
No way to bypass, and even if there was, I...

No way to bypass, and even if there was, I wouldn't because it would void the nice warranty that came with it.
I love the hot water heater - the longer it goes the hotter it gets as it gets warmed...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 05-29-2009, 08:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,115
Posted By c_scherer123
Ok, a ro/di unit it is. Are there any cons...

Ok, a ro/di unit it is.

Are there any cons to having one with a storage tank?
I know ro water tastes terrible after a day or two of sitting - but would it matter to the fish? It is in a sealed...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 05-28-2009, 10:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,115
Posted By c_scherer123
RO/DI unit upkeep

I am going to be upgrading my 55g from freshwater to salt water.
I know that ro/di water will help prevent problems such as algae.

I am debating on whether to buy the big 5g bottles or a ro/di...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 04-30-2009, 03:26 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,314
Posted By c_scherer123
T5 light bulbs - is this a good combo?

I am going to get a 4-bulb t5 fixture for over my softy tank. 48" fixture/lights, all lights are 54w.

Would this combo be good?
Aquablue
ATI Pro
Blue plus
10,000k

Don't suppose someone...
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