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Thanks guys. Well, my QT is currently setup as a future mantis tank so chems are probably out. I have a 4" DSB and about 10lbs of live rock, so I think my own choice is Hyposalinity. If I remember correctly .. inverts are stressed with hyposalinity, but is LR, fans, etc normally fine with...

Hey Guys, I picked up a blue tang tonight and as I was dripping it I noticed a few small dots on it. I tried to take some pictures, but they are not great. I was about to put it into my DT, but I stopped short and put it into my small QT instead. It's pretty stressed out so maybe that's all...

I came across the same problem when I first started this hobby - not researching as much as I thought I had and starting things to early. I too had a wet/dry filter/sump with bioballs and I needed to determine what to do next. I followed the advise of many users and "slowly" removed the...

I noticed that Calaxa mentioned that you should try getting a larger specimen since they have a better success rate. I wanted to go with a 1-2 or 2-3" (max) inch to start with. I have 3 clowns (1-1.5") and a pretty nasty yellow damsel(~3"). Since hippo's are rated at peaceful am I just looking...

I just tossed the bio-magnet clarifier in a 10gal tank yesterday. As Calaxa said.. it just made the dust attach to my filter, walls, and heater. My water doesn't smell or look bad, although you can definitely see particles in the water. I'm guessing you purchased the Ocean Direct LS...

Anything is possible, but I feel that it's unlikely that water quality. Since users recommended water parms originally (1-1 1/2 months)I've done 3 - 50% water changes followed by 20%-30% water changes each week after. I'm very religious about insuring its done. So, the only difference, this...

Hi Everyone, Well, after 2 weeks or so of somewhat clean water it seems like the red cyano is slowly creeping back. Since the only change is that I added the 2nd 50/50 bulb into the equation, with the original timer cycle, it seems like the lighting is highly suspect. At the very least I'm...

I stuck by the no additive method myself and it seems to be going well thus far. I had a LARGE outbreak of red cyano (slime) and I followed several users suggestions: - first week a 50% water change - I also made another 10 gal of water and MANUALLY Scrubbed each piece of live rock with a...

I'm still learning.. so I may be way off, but what is your calc and mag levels at? I noticed that during my last water change (~50%) a large portion of my coraline turned white. My calc and mag levels were extremely high and now they are pretty low. So, I am guessing that's the reason why they...

Definitely Gorgeous!! :) How small is that?

JRWOHLER: Thanks. I appreciate it and I'm not to far away, but i'm probably just going to pick up one at the local LFS or on ebay. Also.. I noticed that this morning the red cyano is recessing a bit. I still plan on doing a major water change, and scrubbing the rocks that are stacked (maybe...

I am definitely using RO water. 0PPM's on the TDS. I know.. I really kicked myself in the butt for buying the coralife PC instead of spending a little more on the T5. I've even considered selling it and taking a loss, but it's a hard sell with the wife. I guess in the end it's probably a...

I also have a BTA so, yes, light is a requirement. I don't call the zoos, polyps etc "corals" because other forum members have corrected me in the past for doing so. It seems like several forums feel that the word "coral" is left for LPS and SPS. There are just too many pieces to the equation...

Hi Htkdkid, I don't have corals, but I do have zoos, star polyps and mushrooms so I think I need some light. I started keeping the 10K's off, but I still have the Actinic's (96 watts) on for 9 hours.

Everyone: Thank you again for all of your posts/Help! JRWOHLER: Temp = 74 degrees F Sailinity = 1.024 Water = Air, Water, and Ice Typhoon III (about a month old). I just started using the "PURE" water as my output for water instead of RO. 1. I have been doing this, but it's endless 2. Are...

I understand your stance but it's not a bad idea to remove it as a high-risk/potential culprit. I'm probably better off with some better type of material anyway. It's not exactly the best at filtering due to it's thin profile. I purchased a 36"x36" felt pad for $2 or $3 and the pieces that I...

ah... I'm such a dummy.. It just never hit me until reading that disclaimer. Well the good news is I know that i NEED TO STOP. But, the question is what is my best plan of attack from here on out? I will swap the quazi-filter pads out, but should I just scrub/blow and suck and let it run it's...

One thing that I just noticed and it made me think of another question... "Important: First time use of a brand new filter sock may cause increased protein skimming. Normal protein skimming function should resume within 24 hours. Be careful to monitor protein skimmer collection cup level so...

What if I syphon it into a 5gal bucket and before it hits the bucket it hits some type of contraption with a filter pad.. then in the 5gal bucket a powerhead just spits it back into the DT? Or am I asking for trouble? It stirs up way too much for me to get out with even a 20% WC. I've done...

John: Thanks! OK.. so to use a chemical or to not use a chemical? It seems like some of these things can do more damage than good - when it comes to LR destruction. One other thing i've noticed, I have A LOT of "junk" in my rocks when I blow it off with a baster. Has anyone made, or...