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Forum: Pump Specific 03-02-2015, 02:19 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 104,283
Posted By straightrazorguy
You don't. The direction is fixed: perpendicular...

You don't. The direction is fixed: perpendicular to the glass. The Vortech people insist you don't need to point them at anything; the flow will be enough.
Forum: Reef 03-02-2015, 01:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,742
Posted By straightrazorguy
Haleluyah, brother! My Alk line occasionally...

Haleluyah, brother! My Alk line occasionally plugs up at the outlet. Now I know to check it regularly. Another time one of the peristaltic dosing pumps was coming on, but the rotor wasn't turning. ...
Forum: Pump Specific 03-01-2015, 09:39 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 104,283
Posted By straightrazorguy
They do. And people use them. But the wires...

They do. And people use them. But the wires don't get wet. They are on the outside of the tank.
Forum: Marine Fish 02-28-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,381
Posted By straightrazorguy
I'll second that!

I'll second that!
Forum: Marine Fish 02-28-2015, 06:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,381
Posted By straightrazorguy
Yup, it's selfish, all right. And captivity is...

Yup, it's selfish, all right. And captivity is wrong.

And I agree, fishing for food is far more destructive. So, by eating less fish I can keep more in my tank, right? I'd rather go all...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-28-2015, 05:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,381
Posted By straightrazorguy
But we have tanks because most critters we put in...

But we have tanks because most critters we put in live. Some even thrive. That's what keeps me going.
Forum: Marine Fish 02-28-2015, 05:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,381
Posted By straightrazorguy
I agree with your reasoning, Brad. Still, I feel...

I agree with your reasoning, Brad. Still, I feel like a criminal every time I lose a fish...
Forum: Lounge 02-27-2015, 06:42 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,037
Posted By straightrazorguy
I think the laziness is a big city issue, because...

I think the laziness is a big city issue, because people are used to having lots of choices locally. I feel for the guys on the island, in the BC interior or small places anywhere, as they always...
Forum: Reef 02-27-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,266
Posted By straightrazorguy
Vermetid

It's a Vermetid snail guys, not Vermillion:

http://www.advancedaquarist.com/blog/vermetid-snails-harm-coral-reefs-with-multiprong-attack
Forum: Reef 02-24-2015, 06:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,937
Posted By straightrazorguy
I think the Apex is a lot more than that, once...

I think the Apex is a lot more than that, once you add it all up. Still, it's well worth the money, considering the many thousands invested, the time and sweat. I only have a ReefKeeper, but I...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-24-2015, 12:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,553
Posted By straightrazorguy
Thanks, but I don't think I can afford 5-6 Borbs.

Thanks, but I don't think I can afford 5-6 Borbs.
Forum: Marine Fish 02-24-2015, 12:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,553
Posted By straightrazorguy
Which Anthias?

Please help me choose some anthias for my tank. I have a 150 gallon cube (36 x 36 x 28). It's a mixed reef with SPS at the top and LPS and zoas at the bottom. I have the following fish:
- A 4...
Forum: Reef 02-23-2015, 11:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,937
Posted By straightrazorguy
I run 2 heaters; each one is capable of heating...

I run 2 heaters; each one is capable of heating the whole tank. They are set for 78 and 77F. Temp is just too important a param...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 02-23-2015, 11:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,393
Posted By straightrazorguy
I also saw a decent 2 in. one at J&L today. He...

I also saw a decent 2 in. one at J&L today. He looked perky...
Forum: Lounge 02-23-2015, 06:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,726
Posted By straightrazorguy
Happy Birthday Greg!

Happy Birthday Greg!
Forum: Marine Fish 02-19-2015, 01:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,200
Posted By straightrazorguy
Very cool; love your angels! What are the round...

Very cool; love your angels! What are the round yellow-ish fish with vertical stripes and blue-ish spots on their eyes? I see two of them in the video. They almost look like some sort of...
Forum: Reef 02-17-2015, 12:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,016
Posted By straightrazorguy
I have a Marineland 3 ft cube. I love it, but...

I have a Marineland 3 ft cube. I love it, but there are some drawbacks too.

I like:
- The proportions. It gives a sensation of space that narrower tanks don't
- The depth. I like the look...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-16-2015, 09:30 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 23,550
Posted By straightrazorguy
Yeah, that's my biggest fear too. I recently...

Yeah, that's my biggest fear too. I recently bought and installed a Penn-Plax battery-operated backup air pump so I don't lose fish during power blackouts. Sorry to hear about your MI....
Forum: Reef 02-04-2015, 08:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,275
Posted By straightrazorguy
I had a STN episode 3-4 months ago due to an...

I had a STN episode 3-4 months ago due to an accident. I tried all the tricks in the book; nothing worked until the corals decided to stop the STN. So the damage continued untile they were nice and...
Forum: Reef 01-31-2015, 07:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,621
Posted By straightrazorguy
Whoa, and they are priced in US $ too! Nice, but...

Whoa, and they are priced in US $ too! Nice, but a little too rich for my blood too....:lol:
Forum: DIY 01-27-2015, 07:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,528
Posted By straightrazorguy
LF Black Krylon Fusion Paint GVRD

Following Lastlight's advice I would like to build a return manifold for my cube. The pipe should be black and tucked under the tank's (black) rim. Following his advice I will build it from white PVC...
Forum: Reef 01-26-2015, 10:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,192
Posted By straightrazorguy
I know, that's what I've been doing, but I...

I know, that's what I've been doing, but I haven't checke the fresh batches of mixed water. The >1500 readings are on tank water...

I will check some mixed saltwater and report back.

Sorry...
Forum: Reef 01-26-2015, 10:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,192
Posted By straightrazorguy
I'm using Instant Ocean salt and testing Mg with...

I'm using Instant Ocean salt and testing Mg with a Red Sea kit. I always get mag readings above 1550,a nd I never add any Mg. Anyone else have that experience?
Forum: Tank Journal 01-26-2015, 10:02 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 124,534
Posted By straightrazorguy
Bummer, man, sorry to hear. I got an Avast...

Bummer, man, sorry to hear. I got an Avast skimmate locker with their pressure sensor. It plugs into my controller and kills the power to the skimmer when the container is full. Best investment...
Forum: DIY 01-26-2015, 07:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,525
Posted By straightrazorguy
I treat in a bare tank, no rock. Do you run a...

I treat in a bare tank, no rock. Do you run a FOWLR? Don't you have corals on the rock?
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