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Forum: Reef 07-11-2012, 08:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,703
Posted By sphelps
Pump efficiency is based on many things like the...

Pump efficiency is based on many things like the type of motor, bearings, impellers and overall design. Red dragons use high quality motors, special ceramic bearings and are designed for the specific...
Forum: Lounge 07-10-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,307
Posted By sphelps
August = too hot! From experience, you'll be...

August = too hot! From experience, you'll be stuck looking for shelter in the pool using a lounger for sun coverage. Visiting sites in the extreme heat is not recommended by anyone. You'll even bake...
Forum: Pictures 07-10-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 20,718
Posted By sphelps
Very well done, love that acan garden.

Very well done, love that acan garden.
Forum: Reef 07-09-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,500
Posted By sphelps
Things in close vicinity will slowly corrode over...

Things in close vicinity will slowly corrode over time, how much depends on many factors but it certainly is something that you should consider. Ventilation is also generally pretty much nil in...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 07-08-2012, 10:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,199
Posted By sphelps
consider bow valley, they keep 230 gallons in...

consider bow valley, they keep 230 gallons in stock and they are cheap.

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-pets-accessories-New-230-gallon-Aquarium-w-stand-W0QQAdIdZ392586720
Forum: Reef 07-08-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By sphelps
paper towel won't scratch it, any kind.

paper towel won't scratch it, any kind.
Forum: Reef 07-08-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By sphelps
Would be news to me, I don't see how Windex would...

Would be news to me, I don't see how Windex would affect silicone as it's just ammonia plus it would be problematic for windows as they are sealed with silicone. You wouldn't want to use it inside...
Forum: Reef 07-08-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By sphelps
I don't do anything different, I usually just...

I don't do anything different, I usually just buff it with a towel or my shirt. Use Windex or glass cleaner with paper towels as well. I've had this tank for a few years now, no scratches. It's has...
Forum: Marine Fish 07-08-2012, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,042
Posted By sphelps
good news, glad it worked for you.

good news, glad it worked for you.
Forum: Marine Fish 07-07-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,042
Posted By sphelps
I find you got to really spook him once he's in...

I find you got to really spook him once he's in there and his instinct will be to dart backwards really quick which will be further into the net. A slower approach will allow a more calm reaction and...
Forum: Lounge 07-06-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,049
Posted By sphelps
Reptisun 5.0 is suppose to be 5,500K but you...

Reptisun 5.0 is suppose to be 5,500K but you could also always switch to 2.0 as they should be 6500K.
Forum: Marine Fish 07-06-2012, 04:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,042
Posted By sphelps
Use a net, the bigger the better. Leave it in the...

Use a net, the bigger the better. Leave it in the tank at a corner at the bottom with the handle up. Set it up so it's almost flat against the glass and only kicked out slightly. Use your magnet...
Forum: Lounge 07-05-2012, 09:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,049
Posted By sphelps
I always thought typical reptile bulbs are full...

I always thought typical reptile bulbs are full spectrum with quartz glass to allow UVB/A to pass through so I don't really know what you mean by wrong K. I know many plant enthusiasts use reptile...
Forum: Lounge 07-05-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,049
Posted By sphelps
Don't your Chameleons need special lighting? I...

Don't your Chameleons need special lighting? I would assume what's good enough for a Chameleon would be good enough for plants.
Forum: Lounge 07-05-2012, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,049
Posted By sphelps
I built a plant light from good 3W red and blue...

I built a plant light from good 3W red and blue LEDs replicating some of the higher end fixtures available. It worked OK but when plants where moved outside they grew twice as much in a few days than...
Forum: Calgary 07-05-2012, 02:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,790
Posted By sphelps
arctic silver, any computer store should have it....

arctic silver, any computer store should have it. Don't use too much
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 07-05-2012, 02:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,364
Posted By sphelps
Alright then :mrgreen:

Alright then :mrgreen:
Forum: Tank Journal 07-05-2012, 12:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,062
Posted By sphelps
Get some pictures up quick, otherwise.... ...

Get some pictures up quick, otherwise....

http://img543.imageshack.us/img543/8672/funnymotivationalposterc.jpg
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 07-04-2012, 11:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,364
Posted By sphelps
rainbow favia? What's that? Do I have it? :lol:

rainbow favia? What's that? Do I have it? :lol:
Forum: Tank Journal 07-04-2012, 03:20 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 100,614
Posted By sphelps
These guys have been in my frag tank for a while...

These guys have been in my frag tank for a while now but will be going into the display soon enough.

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/100G%20Tank%20Build%202011/lion.jpg
...
Forum: Tank Journal 07-04-2012, 02:42 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 100,614
Posted By sphelps
I believe they are just some sort of mini clove...

I believe they are just some sort of mini clove polyps, they are very small, that's a chalice in the background. They are kind of a hitchhiker and will likely become a problem but I enjoy challenges....
Forum: Tank Journal 07-03-2012, 11:53 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 100,614
Posted By sphelps
Thanks! And yes I like acans especially when...

Thanks! And yes I like acans especially when Brett sells them dirt cheap :mrgreen:

Here's a quick FTS

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/100G%20Tank%20Build%202011/coral_11.jpg
Forum: Tank Journal 07-03-2012, 11:24 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 100,614
Posted By sphelps
A few of the newish additions ...

A few of the newish additions

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/100G%20Tank%20Build%202011/coral_2.jpg
...
Forum: Tank Journal 07-03-2012, 10:02 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 100,614
Posted By sphelps
Thanks. Yes clean was kind of the theme and that...

Thanks. Yes clean was kind of the theme and that tank was pretty ugly.

I also managed to set it up so I can actually shut down any one of the tanks for isolation or cleaning without effecting the...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 07-03-2012, 08:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,780
Posted By sphelps
I have some 48" bulbs kicking around if you want...

I have some 48" bulbs kicking around if you want them, I don't think they were really used much but I got them with a fixture that I don't have anymore. Free if you pick up.
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