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Way too new and too small for an RBTA. Might be able to get a mini/maxi in there once the tank matures.

Steve, I wonder if using spa-flex eliminates this issue??? I also have spa-flex that I could easily replace a portion of the rigid with the flex pipe. And Dan, I'm on Fish-Street, and there is no 9000.....have 6000 and then 12000.

The next energy savings I'm considering for my tank is to switch out the MAG 9.5 return pump I've used since 2008 for a Jebao DC pump. I don't know squat about these pumps and would appreciate any comment. Not sure if I should go for the 6000 or 12000 pump. Also, it looks like a straight...

Nicely documented Phil!

Very nice Juan. I like the small doors, where you could do daily feeding, and the option to open the whole front to get your hands in the tank.

I know how you like to add stuff you've caught yourself, and I can only guess you made a trip to Florida and are now adding a manatee to your tank. :eek:

Very high alkalinity (at "normal" aquarium pH) greatly reduces the solubility of calcium carbonate....that is, it precipitates out of solution. Let me see if I can find some references for you. EDIT TO ADD: HERE's a reference, but don't read it now....first get your tank back to normal.

I'm out until 6:30 - 7:00...but I'm available all day tomorrow if that helps. Let me know. High alk will drive down calc. I wouldn't worry so much about your low calc right now....you need to get that alk number down.

Ouch! And I've been told the RBTA's don't have as many nematocysts as other anemomes, so their sting isn't too bad. I've never been stung by my nem's, but have had many run-ins with jellyfish, that have the same simple touch nematocysts that sting....even if they're dead! And Phil, I've...

Just use plastic clothes hangers. Work great.

It depends on your skimmer. Note, my skimmer is an SWC160. I too have a 40 breeder sump with no bubble traps.....only two baffles. The setup is, from left to right, filter sock and skimmer / return pump (and biopellet reactor) / refugium. I have no bubbles in my return section.

Jim, no one can replace you! You're one of a kind.

Welcome Cliff. I suggest you start a Tale of the Tank. Although it might be too early to start stocking your tank, you might want to check out our Frag Swap next Saturday. All info is just below our red banner above, under "Frag Swap."

I'd leave the membrane alone and start by replacing the sediment filter and two carbon blocks (ca $25). The resulting TDS would determine if I'd change out the DI resin.

I don't know Apex, but that temperature range doesn't seem right. I have an antique ReefKeeper II that is set to go on at 78.0 and off at 78.3. The way I see it, your settings will cause for a 6 degree temperature swing from 78 to 84, and then down to 78, yada, yada, yada.

George, as others have said, I think you are over-thinking this. I don't think it really matters where the alk and calc enter your system. Realize the pumps are 1.1 ml per minute.....it is entering as drops, and dissipates very quickly. As long as you have some movement, you're good to go...

Kevin, it's half inch plexi that I first cut a kerf (slot), using my radial arm saw that snugly fits the tubing, and then cut into a circle using a hole saw. These were originally made to fit into the mouth of a one gallon Ocean Spray juice jug. I no longer use these jugs, having switched...

Wow George! I'm impressed. Very nicely done. Makes my stand look like crap. Keep the pictures coming.

For my JBJ 28 I'm using a cereal container from Walmart. What I like about it is the wide opening in the top to make water additions very easy. This one is only two gallons, but still check out the other plastic containers they have....loads of all different sizes.

Bill, nicely done! I'd go with a couple water lilies and some colorful frogs for that swamp to satisfy the wife. My advice, if that doesn't work, dump the wife and go salt! :o Welcome back Bill.