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Old 07-30-2006, 04:45 PM
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Looks a LOT better to me! I actually think you have enough rock as it stands. Too much rock will just distort what you've created.

One thing you can do to help fill out the look is try to attach corals to the sides of the rock structure vs. trying to stack everything on flat, horizontal surfaces. Epoxy should be helpful towards this.
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Old 07-30-2006, 04:47 PM
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Looks a LOT better to me! I actually think you have enough rock as it stands. Too much rock will just distort what you've created.

One thing you can do to help fill out the look is try to attach corals to the sides of the rock structure vs. trying to stack everything on flat, horizontal surfaces. Epoxy should be helpful towards this.
I tried the epoxy and it just doesn't seem to hold. What is the secret ohhhh mighty one
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Old 07-30-2006, 04:48 PM
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Epoxy isn't sticky, that's the bugger. You'd do well to let it stiffen up for a couple minutes before trying to mold it underwater.
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Epoxy isn't sticky, that's the bugger. You'd do well to let it stiffen up for a couple minutes before trying to mold it underwater.
Tried that too. What else would you suggest?
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Old 07-30-2006, 05:00 PM
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Tried that too. What else would you suggest?

what kind or corals are you trying to attach? Frags or full colonies?

I change my rock formations around all the time. Just note that the longer you leave things untouched, the better they'll do.
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what kind or corals are you trying to attach? Frags or full colonies?

I change my rock formations around all the time. Just note that the longer you leave things untouched, the better they'll do.
So far just the stuff I got from you. 3 frags, 2 bigger ones. I really need to write what these things are...............
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I think it's very interesting...not your typical "pile of rock" has lots of potential for adding corals to change the appearance...I like it...
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It looks OK to me as well. I like the asymmetry. I always appreciate when someone tries something different.
That said, perhaps adding a bit more rock to screen right (the thin bottom) but slanted towards the rear of the tank (where the clown is) to add a sense of depth. But really, it's six of one/half dozen of the other. Once the Coraline kicks in you will be happier too.
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