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Forum: Reef 04-05-2004, 07:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,506
Posted By Lofus
The hr on hr off thing was mainly for the couple...

The hr on hr off thing was mainly for the couple of zoos and star polyps I have. The newer corals I expect had already been under constant MH for a while so they have not gone through the same...
Forum: Reef 04-02-2004, 06:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,897
Posted By Lofus
Careful about the guy coming to Canada that wants...

Careful about the guy coming to Canada that wants to stop by....He might be going to Montreal
Forum: Reef 03-31-2004, 11:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,360
Posted By Lofus
a simple rough calc is 3 x 250 W = 0.75 KW x 10...

a simple rough calc is 3 x 250 W = 0.75 KW x 10 hr/d = 7.5 KWh.

Look at your power bill and you should see the overall cost per KWh.
Forum: Reef 03-31-2004, 11:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,506
Posted By Lofus
I followed an acclimitisation procedure of 1hr on...

I followed an acclimitisation procedure of 1hr on 1 hr off for two days and then upping the on time by 15 minutes every two days.

I'll relax about the cyno then and see what it looks like in a...
Forum: Reef 03-31-2004, 04:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,506
Posted By Lofus
Cyno outbreak after changing lights

I've just upgraded my lights to MH from NO fluorescents and now I have a huge Cynobacteria outbreak. Is this normal?

Jim
Forum: Reef 03-31-2004, 04:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,583
Posted By Lofus
No ideas?

No ideas?
Forum: Reef 03-30-2004, 05:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,583
Posted By Lofus
Well you can't really see from the picture but...

Well you can't really see from the picture but the hammer is on the end right next to a chair so it is easily viewed from the end... :rolleyes:
Forum: DIY 03-30-2004, 04:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,774
Posted By Lofus
Austenitic stainless steels (304 and 316) are...

Austenitic stainless steels (304 and 316) are corroded by chloride ions. Prolonged exposure while under stress will cause cracking. Heat makes it worse.

I would avoid it for a stand.
Forum: Pictures 03-30-2004, 04:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,149
Posted By Lofus
Another new starfish

Here's mine:

http://www.canreef.com/photopost/data/500/56804-03-29_starfish_small-med.jpg?3421
Forum: Reef 03-30-2004, 04:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,583
Posted By Lofus
Aquascaping - Coral Placement

I've some new additions to the tank:

Red Brain
Trumpet and
Hammer Coral

I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on where to place them in the tank. For now they are in a line...
Forum: Reef 03-27-2004, 03:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,835
Posted By Lofus
In case it had any parasites or otherwise nasty...

In case it had any parasites or otherwise nasty creepy crawlies on it.

Seems the consensus is to not.
Forum: Reef 03-26-2004, 11:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,835
Posted By Lofus
Forum: Reef 03-24-2004, 07:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,649
Posted By Lofus
I did a 5% water change just because I had some...

I did a 5% water change just because I had some made up and ready to make-up for the water lost through the acclimatisation process.

I question if there something was released because I only...
Forum: Reef 03-24-2004, 04:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,649
Posted By Lofus
Fish on its side

Well after a couple of months of getting my MH in place I finally added a BTA to my tank (Thanks Mitch!).

It looks like it is doing well. The fish on the other hand are a little freaked.

My...
Forum: New to the Hobby 03-23-2004, 05:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,059
Posted By Lofus
ummm what is a DT? :rolleyes:

ummm what is a DT?

:rolleyes:
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 03-22-2004, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By Lofus
rats.

rats.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 03-22-2004, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By Lofus
Where are you?

Where are you?
Forum: Reef 03-20-2004, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,324
Posted By Lofus
I went with the pendants and a T5 actinic and...

I went with the pendants and a T5 actinic and built my own canopy. If I had to do it again, I would go with the Spacelight or starlight
Forum: Reef 03-19-2004, 07:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,324
Posted By Lofus
I would be interested to know this as well. I've...

I would be interested to know this as well. I've just installed 2 x 250W 10,000K Ushuios in Reef Optix III pendants run off a Bluewave VII dual ballast.

The colour is taking some getting used to...
Forum: Lounge 03-17-2004, 10:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,513
Posted By Lofus
Be realistic when buying electronics. After...

Be realistic when buying electronics. After three years, throw it away and buy a new one. Chances are whatever you paid $300 for today, you will be able to buy the same or better for $80 in three...
Forum: Reef 03-17-2004, 07:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,965
Posted By Lofus
Calgary gets its water from the Elbow river. ...

Calgary gets its water from the Elbow river.

There are a lot of factors that go into water flavour, TDS, mineral and ion content.

Low TDS does not really equate to better taste. Just try some...
Forum: DIY 03-17-2004, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,368
Posted By Lofus
Kato, I'm in the processof finishing my...

Kato,

I'm in the processof finishing my canopy off. From the paint pont of I used a white glossy marine paint inside and wood stain outside.

I would give yourself room with the height to raise...
Forum: Reef 03-16-2004, 07:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,965
Posted By Lofus
Its the TDS that give it the taste. :-)

Its the TDS that give it the taste. :-)
Forum: Reef 03-16-2004, 07:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,346
Posted By Lofus
Before adding CaCl to your tank, I would ask...

Before adding CaCl to your tank, I would ask yourself what you are trying to do. If you want to raise Ca+ levels then why not add CaOH?

In the end the OH- will reach equilibrium with H+ and H20...
Forum: Reef 03-14-2004, 09:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,187
Posted By Lofus
I've got a Bluewave VII dual 250W HQI ballast. ...

I've got a Bluewave VII dual 250W HQI ballast. Bought it from Saltwater Connections.

He retails them from Sunlight Supply out of the US.

You can check them out at www.sunlightsupply.com

Jim
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