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  1. Mark_C

    Substrate and rock discussion

    An option, but one that can be widely discussed. This forum is for discussion involving substrate and rock. Are you using substrate or going barebottom? If using, what type? Stone, gravel, sand? Any thoughts on rock? Reply to this thread with all substrate and rock related questions...
  2. Mark_C

    Lighting discussion

    This forum is for discussion involving light choices. Why did you choose this light? Where did you get it? Cost? What type of settings? Suggested timings. Reply to this thread with all lighting related questions, discussions, and links.
  3. Mark_C

    Heater discussion

    As stated in the rules, heaters are an option. This forum is for discussion involving heater choices. Why did you choose this heater? Where did you get it? Cost? Reply to this thread with all heater related questions, discussions, and links.
  4. Mark_C

    Tank and container discussion

    As stated in the rules, 2.5g maximum, your choice on size and style. This forum is for discussion involving tank choices. Why did you use this tank? Where did you get it? Cost? Ar you drilling it? How? Reply to this thread with all tank related questions, discussions, and links.
  5. Mark_C

    Info, rules, and helpful links

    WELCOME! So, here we go, first posting in the new forum regarding the Drink Tank Challenge. What is it? Its a challenge to start a reef tank in a small container such as a lemonade dispenser (handy for water changes) or even a vase or large Mason jar. In 6 months time tanks will be compared...
  6. Mark_C

    WTB ATO

    Anthony, not looking to buy another, may just break down the frag tank and add zoas to the main. Just p'd off that this is the third Tunze I've had die within 2 years of purchase.
  7. Mark_C

    WTB ATO

    My 2c, avoid the Tunze, just had my 3rd cr*p out on me in 2 years. Will start a new post.
  8. Mark_C

    Light, pumps and power heads

    YOU ARE KILLIN ME. That is a great price on a great light. If I wasn't running softies only I'd be all over it.
  9. Mark_C

    September 2017 Meeting

    Show the wood sump! Also, lemme know if you need help during the move. I'm close and usually have weekends and Wednesdays free. Happy to lend a hand (or a Honda Odyssey if needed).
  10. Mark_C

    September 2017 Meeting

    Huzzah for Yellow Pineapple Fish! If its ever up for adoption, and it includes his/her pineapple, I'm first in line. There's a little yellow damselfish that's adopted the pineapple ornament as its home. It, literally, looks out the windows and doors and if anything approaches the pineapple it...
  11. Mark_C

    'Drink Dispenser Pico' challenge?

    Joe has just PM'd me that he will be putting up his tank and all equipment as grand prize. And he will deliver and set up in room of your choice.
  12. Mark_C

    Petco- recruiting day

    Andrew works in Brick. Great guy. He keep reefs, is an excellent source of knowledge, and really cares about the fish. I've bought a number of fish, and the odd coral, off him. Think he's involved in getting other regional Petcos up to spec - training folks the right way, proper maintenance...
  13. Mark_C

    Pulsing Xenia

    Be happy to throw you a starter rock. Think I have a White Xenia one. I may also have a tiny starter of Silver Xenia. I'm assuming you know the consequences of these in a display tank. The tank I keep them in is Xenia specific, as I know that's how it will end up regardless (I now even have them...
  14. Mark_C

    If I could grow zoas like I grow cheato...

    Just trimmed a bunch a week ago to Rr. Ready to go agin if anyone wants any. Contains 2 varieties and tons of pods. Mark (201) 467-1771
  15. Mark_C

    Utter chaos Zoa frag

    My fav place atm (and they sponsered our July meeting)... H2oprocorals.com Heres an honest review and why I asked them to participate with the club... H2OPro Corals (online) (+) And as far as I'm aware, NJRC members still get a bonus with the code H2oprocoralsVIP BTW, glad this post ran as I...
  16. Mark_C

    72g Move

    Vibration leading to stress fracture? Maybe mount the skimmer and return pump on egg crate? I've always used Petco buck a gallons to build sumps from 20g to 55g and never had a problem. I'd call corporate, explain the loss of time and money, and ask if they've switch manufacturers? OR email them...
  17. Mark_C

    Question on water parameters

    Running softies only, haven't checked my numbers in about 8 months. (I actually have a xenia tank I've never checked numbers in, nor have I done a water change in a year on it). If coral in main tanks is acting strange, I do a slightly larger than normal water change (say 40% as opposed to the...
  18. Mark_C

    'Drink Dispenser Pico' challenge?

    Forum was requested, poll is up.
  19. Mark_C

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

    NO NO NO! KILL THE FLOORMAT! I used the same type floormat under my 60g shallow as I had/have a wood floor and figured it would help protect it. It acts as a wick for every drop of water lost during a water change, it absorbs every splash. And it dissipates the water throughout itself After a...
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