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  1. trivan

    Protect your Apex w/a UPS and 12v power supply

    Monday night I had a black out due to the storm for about 1 hour in the middle of the night. I heard the house generator kick in - No problem I thought and i went back to sleep.... Woke up 5 hours later, and realized my DT water level was low, went to the sump room and pumps were off, heaters...
  2. trivan

    Miami Hurricane Chalice 30+ eyes - 07901

    Selling one of the Miami Hurricane Chalices I have. Had this for over 2 years. Snail shell on the left included!! :beguiled: $125 for the Chalice Please don't send PM saying "Will you take $75" I will not respond. I will not hold it unless you PayPal in full PM is key Pick up is in...
  3. trivan

    FS: Tunze 2 - TURBELLE 6105 Pumps w/Tunze controller

    Selling used Tunze pumps and controller which I purchase during the Dec 2014 group buy. Asking $450 for the set and will ship UPS ground free to anywhere in NJ or local pick up in Summit, NJ area. I paid about $625 for the 2 pumps and controller. The pumps have been in use for about 9...
  4. trivan

    Algea ID Please

    I've been battling GHA for a few months now and I'm continuing to do my water changes and maintenance. Over the last few weeks, this grayish, algea (?) has been growing on the underside of the rock work, primarily in the lower flow areas. It comes off very easily with a siphon, but just...
  5. trivan

    Here we go....first blackout

    First blackout of the summer. I'm in Union county, generator in full swing.
  6. trivan

    Check your Gyres power cords

    As many know I set up a temporary tank during my rebuild. I put in a new Gyre and had it running in the 40 breeder for maybe 2-3 months. Once it was set up it wasn't moved. The unit has been dry since and just recently noticed the cord insulation was crack where it entered the pump...
  7. trivan

    Feeding via the return pump and auto feeder

    I've been successfully used an auto feeder on my 45 for many years, but never really liked the sight of it sitting on top of the tank. I was wondering if anyone has tried feeding into the return area of the sump and having the return pump supply the food to the DT? I realize that some of the...
  8. trivan

    BRS has been hacked

    Seems as BRS has been hacked and cc info stolen. There are posts on RC about it. Keep an eye on your cc activity if you have shopped with them these past few months.
  9. trivan

    $1 gallon sale @ Pet Supply Plus

    Pet supply plus is having a $1 gallon sale. I just pick up a 20 gallon for QT. Not sure what sizes are on the sale.
  10. trivan

    Tropic Eden Reefflakes Aragonite Sand - 30lb

    I have 2 unopened bags of this highly rated sand. I over purchased, so need to move out what I have. Will sell each bag for $38, which is the price I got them for during one of the past group buys. Pick up in Summit.
  11. trivan

    White Starboard

    I was in the Watchung Home Depot and they have a good amount of 3/4 white Starboard in stock. Was about $56 for a 2x4 piece.
  12. trivan

    Espresso - High end

    I was interested if there is any espresso connoisseurs/home or pro barista's out there. I'm finally able to get a prosumer level machine (double boiler) and grinder. I've read all the forums and 101 guides, but I think I'll need some help in dialing in the grinder and just get a few pointers...
  13. trivan

    Flow Meters

    I just did an impulse buy on a UV. Does anyone use one of the clamp on flowmeters? Any issues? Seem as a weak link in the plumbing, but in line one are a few hundred dollars.
  14. trivan

    Drilling bottom of the sump?

    I've decided to go external with my pumps, and in order to save some table top space (basement sump), I was thinking of drilling the bottom of the sump for the bulk heads and running to the pumps which will sit below on a separate shelf. I've see 1 example of this, but the side of the sump was...
  15. trivan

    Internal or External Pump?

    I'm thinking/planning the build again and I have a return pump which can be run internal or external. Excluding heat and potential leaks what other factors/opinions for a external verses internal pump. I was leaning internal and now thinking external.... Thanks!
  16. trivan

    Heading to the Georgia Aquarium this weekend

    I'm heading to the Georgia Aquarium for the long weekend with the family. I have 2 young girls and looking to see if anyone has any good tips, what not to miss, local food recommendations (will be staying at the Sheraton near by). I have already set up the Dolphin encounter and sea otter...
  17. trivan

    Geo 618 Kalk Reactor $125

    Selling a used Geo Kalk reactor $125. Pump has been replaced by myself, and everything works well. Included will be whatever remaining Kalk I can find during my clean up. Pick up in Summit, NJ. Please PM me if interested.
  18. trivan

    Looking for solid aluminum frame

    I was wondering if anyone knows of anyone who can make solid aluminum frames in replacement of the hollow screen version from HD. I can see this wouldn't be very difficult if someone has the correct machinery. I would guess there is a small market of people who would be willing to pay a...
  19. trivan

    Reefapalooza coming to NJ

    I just saw that this will be held in NJ at the Meadowlands. June 27th and 28th, 2015.
  20. trivan

    Lifereef skimmer reviews?

    I am starting to look for a new skimmer and I read some good things about Lifereef, using tried and true technology. Does (or has) anyone here currently run one and care to share experiences? People seem pretty please with them and I think there is something to a design which hasn't changed...
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