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I want to build a 1/2 gallon sump for my 2g nano! I want to build a 1/2 gallon sump for my acrylic 2g nano hex. The 1/2g tank I've got is a little double betta strech hex (one of [link=these]http://ww...	poisonwaffle	5	30-Sep-2005 07:44
Starting Saltwater? I have been involved in the freshwater career for a long time now, and i was thinking about getting involved in the saltwater aspect of fishkeeping....	Hooktor	3	29-Sep-2005 22:03
starting out Hello a friend gave me a tank he no longer wants it is 40gal (US) I wanted to start a marine tank but have a lot more research to do yet. I jus...	Obi	5	29-Sep-2005 02:21
Help with setup Hi - as a newbie , Transfering from tropical . could I please have some help . I have a 55g tank and the following equipment , I have done heaps of...	dazza69	1	14-Sep-2005 08:31
Question about Coralife Power Center Gang, I recently ordered some stuff for my new tank from Big Al’s. I could not find the Coralife Double Power Center on their site. This is a t...	LITTLE_FISH	4	06-Sep-2005 21:59
adjusting a protein skimmer Can anyone explain how to adjust a venturi-style protein skimmer? I mean, I get the general principle (opening the air valve) but I can't tell wheth...	LMuha	9	30-Aug-2005 21:26
protein skimmers I have a 29 gallon w/ 15 pounds of live rock. I have a power filter and an undergravel filter. My question is: Will I need a protein skimmer or is my...	Gerber77	3	16-Aug-2005 06:51
cant decide on a light? Ok so i have a 35 gallon reef tank, cant decide on what light i should get (cost isnt an issue) what do you think the Orbit compact fluorescent with...	fishguyoo7	12	14-Aug-2005 03:40
gift from parents...full setup want advice Okay parents are willing to buy a FULL setup for me...what do you guys think i should do it will be a reef system, i already have a canaster filter Xp...	Jessmoment	17	10-Aug-2005 16:50
Live Sand, Air pump i did a ton of researching and i have run into yet another question. live sand is supposed to be so important to many aquariums but i have also come a...	Dafridge	0	29-Jul-2005 06:54
Changing tanks I was wondering what steps I needed to do in order to switch tanks. Right now I have a 50 gallon glass FOWLR with 2 clowns,1 Orange Diamond Goby, 1 y...	gaviin8	4	29-Jul-2005 06:39
Complete plans for tank with sump Hi Everyone! First of all, I had most of this posted somewhere else but I’ve asked for it to be deleted so I can put it in this category and to...	jmara	15	26-Jul-2005 18:01
new marine setup help needed! i need to know all items need to setup a succesful marine tank! ex filter n stuff plz help...	Ashneil	2	25-Jul-2005 23:43
planning stage 55g HELLO guys and girls. i am in the planning and research stage of setting a marine tank up.i am planning to do F.O. what types of filters should i use...	Dafridge	6	23-Jul-2005 19:06
the "fish" room My parents made me promise that after we got rid of one of our couches to put a 4' reef tank that I would not turn the den into a complete fish room....	terranova	7	19-Jul-2005 05:50
Top Fathom TF100A Skimmer Setup: Help Needed! I'm having trouble setting up a TF100A skimmer from Top Fathom. For some reason, I can't seem to adjust the water level. It doesn't seem to matter ho...	jeffrey_ropp	1	07-Jul-2005 01:26
Red Sea Salt? any pros or cons useing Red Sea Salt? ive been using it, just wondering if anybody has had problems with it (Red Sea brand) Last edi...	fishguyoo7	6	29-Jun-2005 06:21
To buy or mix? That is the question (of mine that is) Okay I live in California. I have access to supposidly PURE CLEANED Ocean water from catalina. Now I was under the impression from my mom (She knows a...	Jessmoment	7	29-Jun-2005 04:33
Salt water sand cloud? just started a new tank--how long does it take for the sand to settle? its like a big cloud in the tank--not an algea or backterial bloom ive had thos...	Jessmoment	5	27-Jun-2005 22:17
what sand should i get for my salt water tank i dont know what type of sand / gravel is good for my salt water tank. i know ther are diffrent kinds and i dont know witch one to get... i gess ther...	Norrec	8	26-Jun-2005 02:15
Testing a Ballast Is there a simple way to test a ballast? I think I have a dead one but would like to know for sure. I've tried swapping bulbs, cables, etc. already...	jeffrey_ropp	1	21-Jun-2005 06:39
How much is this worth? I'm selling some ballasts, sockets, reflector, etc that I obtained in a system I've since taken down. I've gotten a few offers and just want to know...	jeffrey_ropp	2	21-Jun-2005 06:16
Coralife skimmers???? Are the Coralife skimmers a good skimmer?...	gaviin8	1	21-Jun-2005 06:10
Starting a saltwater tank...questions Hi I'm finally starting a saltwater tank after some years with freshwater tanks. I've been reading for some months about saltwater and just wanted...	lucho	13	21-Jun-2005 01:42
do i need salt so that my liev rock will coem alive i have just set up a fish tank and it has been up and running for over a week now. i put in the live rock that died some tiem ago i am wondering how l...	Norrec	3	09-Jun-2005 02:42
what kind of salt water fish can i put in teh tank my tank has been running fo over a week i am wondering if i can add some sport of fish snals crabs etc for my tank <br><br><br>thank...	Norrec	3	09-Jun-2005 02:31
Filtration quest Hi all, I have just finished with the setup of my tank. (1.2X450X600 and 1.0X300 Sump) This tank works similar to a normal overflow, but within the o...	GuessWho	0	08-Jun-2005 14:01
29 gal ideas!!!! Ok I posted before about using a 10 gal.Well I think that it would be a bad idea.I found a nice 29 gallon saltwater kit for around $170.It had a big...	Guppy_man	5	16-May-2005 11:33
Tank size??? My fiance has always wanted a saltwater tank,and I have had thoughts about having one.It would be FOWLR.My problem is I just do not have the room f...	Guppy_man	7	14-May-2005 07:15
web sites for reading marine aquaria which sites that r gud to gather info regarding start of marine aquaria???...	tankie	2	13-May-2005 01:10
Overhauling the Filtration system! I have a 55 gallon saltwater system with live rock, estimating around thirty pounds. It is a swim tank however I am having difficulty keeping Nitrate...	Skittles	10	12-May-2005 02:12
how long Hello this is my first time here. i have just set up my tank after being told different things how long should i wait to add fish to my marine tank on...	tina&gary	5	01-May-2005 21:11
corals for a clownfish??? i am going to be setting up a 20L for a mini reef. i have a coralife double lunar light (2x65w, actinic & 10k). about 30 lbs of live rock and want...	acei	8	29-Apr-2005 16:36
Coralife fixture modded into metal halide. Thanks guys! I am using a sleek coralife 20 inch modded into a 70 watt me tal halide with 36 watt true actinic. Heres a link for the mod with...	spsmike	1	27-Apr-2005 20:22
Anemonie introduction As I hope to have my second 250w MH bulb in soon.I am wanting to put in an Anemonie but I already have two medium sized F.P. clowns.I was wondering if...	fishheadfred	4	24-Apr-2005 23:10
Fish only Im seriously thinking about changing my 55g to saltwater. The only thing is that I can't afford to get live rock. Is there anything different with a F...	greenmonkey51	17	06-Apr-2005 13:47
20g FO I was thinking about doing a 55g sw but something came up. I do have a 20g long. I will add live rock slowly over time but not at first. I have a AC 2...	greenmonkey51	7	05-Apr-2005 22:19
In your opinion???? $300 from a guy whos buying my FW tank. I'm considering buying one of these things and I'll explain what I have and what I'd like. Just trying to se...	pmdaggett	5	01-Apr-2005 15:28
Water Flow to and from sump is it just a sump, or a refugium? For a sump you could run as much as it will handle....for a refugium you would only want about 10X turnover going t...	FishProfiles.com	2	25-Mar-2005 23:59
What sort of skimmer is this? Anyone recognize the brand or type? What sort of capacity does it provide (i.e. tank size)? An details would be appreciated! [link=http://www.zoyzoy....	jeffrey_ropp	1	25-Mar-2005 04:51
Good skimmer brand?? Hi, I am thinking of starting a marine tank up sometime in the future, and i am trying to find out what are the best, cost effective skimmers. Only p...	misty666660	5	25-Mar-2005 04:40
what else Im thinking about changing my 55g to saltwater. I need to what else I would need. so far I have an AC 500, 300 watt heater, and 2 24in strip lights a...	greenmonkey51	2	22-Mar-2005 23:28
New to marine... Pages: 1, 2 I am very interested in marine tanks. they look amazing! What would be a good size to start with, and how big of a tank to at least have a marine comm...	123mjb	23	20-Mar-2005 06:11
Mh selection help OK at Hello lights I found a setup that I can add VHO to later. This is the breakdown 2 150/175 ARO ballast $210 1 reflector $30 2 175w 20...	fishheadfred	4	19-Mar-2005 04:37
set up saltwater aquarium Hi all , I am new to this forum and have few question . Please answer straight forward , i'm very confused already :0) I was thinking to start a sal...	camy10	11	17-Mar-2005 16:09
Which is better? Heeeelllooo,im going to buy a pc light for my 29 gal soon. I found two kinds i like - 24" Orbit Lighting Fixture - 2x65w PC and 2 Lunar Lights-or-30"...	eBGDAE	2	16-Mar-2005 05:49
help on sump I have a 55 gallon reef tank. Its been running for about 2 1/2 monthes now. I do not have a sump and wondering how much trouble would it be to start...	Tangov559	1	12-Mar-2005 22:25
Starting a Fish Only Tank I have been keeping fish since I was twelve and with the money I get on my 16 B-day I want to start a SW tank. I have a 40 Gallon Tank with an undergr...	Gerber77	3	10-Mar-2005 16:46
MH Retrofit Question So with the retrofits Do I have to install some kind of UV glass over the tank.I noticed most of the hoods and pendants claim to have UV blocking glas...	fishheadfred	2	07-Mar-2005 03:15
Clam and Hermits Are hermit dangerous to a clam? I have read about hermits harrassing clams?...	Tangov559	4	06-Mar-2005 16:35

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