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Forum: Reef 09-11-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,114
Posted By sphelps
It will remove the paint, a purple primer may be...

It will remove the paint, a purple primer may be a better option either by itself or applied before paint so when paint is removed by the urchin you'll have a dark purple backing rather than straight...
Forum: Reef 09-11-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,114
Posted By sphelps
Krylon Fusion works well IME unless you have...

Krylon Fusion works well IME unless you have urchins. I used krylon the first time around but second time I just used purple PVC primer which gives a coraline effect which also blends in well over...
Forum: Lounge 09-09-2012, 11:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,709
Posted By sphelps
This should be somewhat relevant ...

This should be somewhat relevant

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P05j37Q5VTY&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Forum: Reef 09-09-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,447
Posted By sphelps
Have you considered quality base rock? Usually...

Have you considered quality base rock? Usually $300 will get you 100lbs or so. Doubt making it will get you anything better or save you much in the end, plus no rediculous curing requirements. You...
Forum: Tank Journal 09-08-2012, 09:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,466
Posted By sphelps
The quality of your rock looks questionable, some...

The quality of your rock looks questionable, some being lava and the rest I can only assume being made up of lead being that you have 50lbs in a 41 gallons and it looks empty :razz:

You might want...
Forum: Lounge 09-08-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,754
Posted By sphelps
I was thinking your intentions were more along...

I was thinking your intentions were more along the lines of sending evil vibes to those people "gauging interest" :twised:

I think in terms of having interest in the hobby, you all must have it....
Forum: Lounge 09-07-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,754
Posted By sphelps
Is this a trick question?

Is this a trick question?
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 08:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
damn sounds like I need a technologist, anyone...

damn sounds like I need a technologist, anyone want to work for me? I'll give you 20% for 80% of the work any day of the week :wink:
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 08:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
I try not to be annoying but.... Sounds like...

I try not to be annoying but....

Sounds like you got a good plan, I look forward to seeing it come together. Are you using 2 part epoxy?
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
Move the blues outward slightly for wire...

Move the blues outward slightly for wire clearance on the NWs, spread the NWs apart a little and add that extra RB in the middle. Squeeze in the two outside RBs in a little (away from edge).

Oh...
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 07:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
It's hard when you more colors than you do...

It's hard when you more colors than you do drivers. It sure would be easier if you had a few more blues and ran those on a separate driver :wink:
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
Yeah I think you would have been better skipping...

Yeah I think you would have been better skipping the red and using two NWs in the center and 4 CWs around the outside with the RBs, if you know what I mean. If you later felt you needed it you could...
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 06:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
So you have two drivers? What LEDs are going on...

So you have two drivers? What LEDs are going on what drivers? EDIT, nevermind..
Forum: DIY 09-07-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,358
Posted By sphelps
Kind of an odd number to work with but I'd...

Kind of an odd number to work with but I'd probably do something like this

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/LED.jpg
Forum: Tank Journal 09-07-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,519
Posted By sphelps
Looks great! I think it's a bit of a shame the...

Looks great! I think it's a bit of a shame the return lines are drilled so low but I guess you'll just have to work with it. Just watch your creep back-flow as lockline doesn't really seal 100% at...
Forum: Marine Fish 09-05-2012, 04:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,558
Posted By sphelps
If you're referring to the typical yellow leaf...

If you're referring to the typical yellow leaf fish like on my avatar then you'll find them fairly often at ocean creation. IME they are like frog fish, dificult to get on frozen, require target...
Forum: Lighting Specific 09-05-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,297
Posted By sphelps
You only need it if you're using drivers that use...

You only need it if you're using drivers that use PWM signal for dimming rather than 0-10v.
Forum: DIY 09-03-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,906
Posted By sphelps
ABS has better resistance to chemicals which is...

ABS has better resistance to chemicals which is why it's used for drains and such instead of PVC. ABS pipe/fittings are not treated with anything.

Most pumps, powerheads and other equipment will...
Forum: DIY 09-03-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,906
Posted By sphelps
ABS is safe, most of the plastic found on your...

ABS is safe, most of the plastic found on your equipment will be ABS.
Forum: Lighting Specific 09-02-2012, 11:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,297
Posted By sphelps
I have pretty much all the colors if you wanted...

I have pretty much all the colors if you wanted to see them, I also have extra hardware and LEDs if you're interested. Actually I have 2 0-10V conversion kits I'll never use... Just saying.
Forum: Concept Aquatics 09-02-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,813
Posted By sphelps
Great now Dave is going to have to do my polish...

Great now Dave is going to have to do my polish and low iron upgrade for free too :lol:
Forum: Lighting Specific 09-01-2012, 04:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,297
Posted By sphelps
well there are lots of other kits out there, if...

well there are lots of other kits out there, if you need help soldering I can help out so don't limit yourself.

I've been using stuff from http://shop.stevesleds.com/main.sc
Personally I like it...
Forum: Lighting Specific 09-01-2012, 03:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,297
Posted By sphelps
Have you considered other options? For...

Have you considered other options?

For solderless kits I personally like this:
http://www.rapidled.com/8-x-solderless-triple-puck-kit-with-dimmable-drivers/
Basically a sol blue for half the...
Forum: Reef 09-01-2012, 05:16 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 16,022
Posted By sphelps
Might be worth a quick once over ...

Might be worth a quick once over

http://www.surfishingflorida.com/Portals/2/normal_search-button-for-dummies.jpg
Forum: Reef 08-31-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 16,022
Posted By sphelps
Adding a clown goby may help.

Adding a clown goby may help.
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