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  1. Mark_C

    Coral discussion

    We're in the drink tank challenge section, tanks for the challenge are 3g or less. SPS is a no go. LPS would be challenging.
  2. Mark_C

    Lighting discussion

    Have to remember as well that the 'bluer' you get, the farther away from the growth spectrum you are. A mixed reef full spectrum light at 10000-14oook with white light induces photosynthesis, which is the basis for the symbiotic cells in zoas and palys to produce sugars which, in turn, allow...
  3. Mark_C

    Pump and powerhead discussion

    I'm going to use a single line airpump in mine. Though I have been debating on putting a micro powerhead in there to function as both circulation and heat provider. Seems a lot of the builds that inspired these threads just have a basic air pump.
  4. Mark_C

    nano refugium

    Wow, tight area. I'm running an IM 25 and picked up one of these with the fugeray light. Cant recommend enough... Amazon.com : Finnex External Refugium Breeder Hang-On Box for Pets, Water Pump, Sting LED : Pet Supplies Its as good as the $150+ versions, has the same light, and grows macro like...
  5. Mark_C

    Max's Shallow Reef: An epic adventure of corals, fine beer, nonsense, and general insanity.

    Go natural! Sit. Stare at tank. Have a few beers. Stare and think. Pee in tank. A ways back I had a tank in which I did the shrimp thing. Then another, in which I did the shrimp thing. For the third I read about the pee thing, had a whiskey or two... Astounding results. Done it myself on my last...
  6. Mark_C

    Lighting discussion

    Was looking at them but reading reviews seems they are very 'blue'.
  7. Mark_C

    DTC Build - Horseplay

    Joe, Under the impression that GE silicone needs 24 hours to set but has to cure for at least a week. I've used it a number of times and always let it cure for 2 weeks before I add water. Dont know if that was the problem, just dropping in my experience. Mark
  8. Mark_C

    DTC Build - Horseplay

    Easy water changes then. Like the rock on the back wall thing.
  9. Mark_C

    DTC Build - Mrx7899x

    Thats my concern with the scape as well
  10. Mark_C

    Cyano bateria or diatoms?

    I just killed the sandbed on my 10g Xenia specific as it was causing cyano probs. But I never maintained it as its my 'what happens in the tank stays in the tank' tank. Conversly, I churn the sand and blow off the rock in my 25g zoa tank every other day with a baster and it's pristine, no cyano...
  11. Mark_C

    If you think urchins only eat algae, think again

    Had one I banished to my sump as it was eating some coral. Every once in a while Id see him in there eating a cricket that had jumped in.
  12. Mark_C

    Animal trappers?

    Sugar gliders. Caught one, unsure if theres more, but the scratching has stopped. Thanks for the advice RS. We bought mothballs. In youre experience do they work?
  13. Mark_C

    Animal trappers?

    My son suggests that we catch one and display its skeleton as a warning to others. He's 6.
  14. Mark_C

    Heater discussion

    Great feedback. An in tank heater it is for me. Fortunately I purchased one from Dr. Tim last month.
  15. Mark_C

    Animal trappers?

    Hey Mark, Thanks for the offer. I've got a neighbor with a few of them I'll borrow this weekend.
  16. Mark_C

    DTC Build - Mrx7899x

    No worries :) Like the Yorkshire on the glass, almost went with a Nantucket myself till I found a decent one at Home Goods that I couldn't pass up. Is that the ebay $19 bulb? Curious how it'll work.
  17. Mark_C

    DTC Build - Mrx7899x

    Please go back to the 'Post your Build' sticky, read directions, and re-title post. Your title should read 'DTC Build - Mrx7899x'
  18. Mark_C

    'Drink Dispenser Pico' challenge?

    Eyes open folks, forum should be opening up quite soon. Please feel free to jump in, read the rules, and start posting. Drop a PM if you'd like to discuss additions or if I've screwed something up that needs fixing. Ask, advise, post links, etc...
  19. Mark_C

    Adventure Aquarium

    Nice. Have to make it a point to get there this winter.
  20. Mark_C

    Welcome To NJRC! Take a minute to introduce yourself

    Welcome aboard! I'm the brains and good looks of the outfit.
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