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  1. wienerdog

    How can my Ca be high and my Alk be fine?

    Just took my parameters. My calcium was 480 and my Alk was 9dkh. Is that possible? here are my numbers... sg....1.025 temp.80.4' Ca2...480 Nh3..0 No2..0 No3..0 ph....8 Po4..0 Alk...9dkh I am gonna have to check it again. Or is there a problem????
  2. wienerdog

    Lookin for my first clam..a Derasa, anyone tossin' one?

    Now that I have my MH's, I'd like to add my first clam. I'd like a Maxima, but I dont believe I ready just yet. I am under the impression that a Derasa is a beginner or first clam.
  3. wienerdog

    Wienerdog's 90g attempt... I am addicted to this mess.

    Here are some updates.... My nem gettin buried by the pistol...he just wont move.
  4. wienerdog

    Bought a NEW light, ballast is bad. Need advice on how to handle this.

    I bought this light.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190596772425&ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123 Unpacked it, set it up, plugged it in, and.....the T5's are great. As well are the LED's and the fan is moving some air. But one of the MH (250w) never came on and the other...
  5. wienerdog

    FS/FT....4" Filter sock assembly, brand new.

    This is it minus the sock. $15 http://www.aquasythe.com/Products/Complete-4-Sump-Inlet-brAssembly--Filter-Sock-Holder-br-by-CPR-Aquatics__FT-CPR-SIHA4.aspx
  6. wienerdog

    Need advice on adding a new MH light to a T5 tank

    My 90g tank has about 300w's of T5 lighting. I have a 716w MH/T5 arriving today. I plan on hanging the fixture about 20" above the tank and every week dropping it about 5" until it's about 6-8" above the tank. What doyou guys suggest???
  7. wienerdog

    After the Swap vid...

    Really psyched about my new lighting coming tomorrow....Here is a vid after the swap with my new aditions. I welcome all suggestions...I am pretty humble and thick-skinned! (with a name like Wiener, I've become relatively thick-skinned) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nud8GEL1rsU
  8. wienerdog

    Great day today at the Swap....new experence for me.

    Very cool experience, as it was my first. Learned a load of stuff and brought home a ton of stuff for the price of , pretty much, a large sandwich. Attached all my stuff and am excitd to watch it take off and start gowin. Never had the opportunity to monitor growth and now with some monti and...
  9. wienerdog

    If interested I am bringing a filter sock holder to the swap.....

    If you are interested I will be at the swap...brand new, never used Wienerdog
  10. wienerdog

    Anyone been to Red Bank Animal Hospital in Tinton Falls? Unbelievable aquarium!!!!

    They have atleast a 1000g cylindrical aquarium with every species of coral represented and represented very well...Large SPS colnies, Large hammers, torch, etc. So many extremely healthy fish. Well worth a visit if you're in the area. will get some pics next visit.
  11. wienerdog

    Kinda new to the "swap" thing. What do I need to bring or be aware of?

    I am a swappin' virgin and have no idea waht to expect. So, I am kinda excited. I gathered so far, that I am going to need a cooler. Several small or one large...? Any advice for me???? All I have to bring is some chaeto...is that a good idea or not? I could bring several baggie-sized clumps.
  12. wienerdog

    In Hamburg, NJ (07419)...Grand Cascades Lodge, any stores up here???

    Up for a day or two. Anything close???
  13. wienerdog

    GLO 2x54w T5HO fixture

    $50.00 gets it....
  14. wienerdog

    Adding 716w MH fixture, I have some ?'s for you guys.

    1. What schedule should I keep with regards to actinics coming on followed by MH and the opposite for night. I do have timers. 2. Do I need additional fans on this fixture? I heard the old style it was a good idea, but not this one. Any experience with this? 3. Also heard I will have to...
  15. wienerdog

    Just pulled the trigger on an Odyssea ADV Plus 716w MH/T5 fixture....

    Was entertaining some LED fixtures...got nervous because I am not well versed in LED's whatsoever. So, I jumped on this for much lower than the price listed on aquatraders. Its brand new\, still in box, and still has 2 year warranty. The ballasts and fans have been upgraded from the older...
  16. wienerdog

    Wienerdog's "first of the month" video update

    Looking to add anything....not quite ready for SPS. In the process of acquiring LED lights for the 90g. Gonna add 2 of these lights... http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aquarium-Coral-Reef-Tank-LED-Grow-Light-120W-Blue-White-/270780957644?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f0bcd83cc HERE IS MY TANK...
  17. wienerdog

    What do you guys hear about the New Marineland Reef capable LED light?

    I may bid on one, but not sure. I have read many reviews and most are very happy with the new fixtures. Here are some specs.... THESE ARE THE NEWLY REVISED LIGHTS THAT HAVE CORRECTED THE ELECTRICAL PLUG PROBLEM FROM OVERHEATING 10-25-2011 This quality, high output LED light has been...
  18. wienerdog

    Skimmer goin' nuts...4 days now. Any suggestions?

    My skimmer goes nuts when I clean or add stuff. I added a few frags using reef epoxy (cant remember the brand) Anyway, my skimmer has been insane for the past 4/5 days. Cant get it to calm down. I just unplug it. I try it, goes nuts, I unplug it. Any ideas or directions on how to handle this.
  19. wienerdog

    Will these bulbs work?

    If so, what combination do you guys suggest? http://www.ebay.com/itm/T5-HO-BULBS-54-WATT-4-PACK-/260730229313?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cb4bb9241
  20. wienerdog

    Bought this as a chalice, but I am not sure. What is it?

    ...and where do I place him in my tank, top, middle, or bottom? I have all T5 lighting. Bought him at tropiquarium as a chalice.
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