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January 10th, 2007, 03:54 PM
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Re: looking for sand
what size tank is it again?
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#12
January 10th, 2007, 11:11 PM
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Re: looking for sand
Its a 55 gal. 48lgx12w. Im thinking I want try a DSB this go round
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125gal SPS tank in the works Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2+ Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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January 10th, 2007, 11:14 PM
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Re: looking for sand
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I was gonna have my sister in law to bring me some back when she goes to Flordia,,but she's not going untill september Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125gal SPS tank in the works Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2+ Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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January 10th, 2007, 11:17 PM
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Re: looking for sand
hmmm,,,,Guess I could take off to Flordia myself and get some.Would beach sand do alright?
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125gal SPS tank in the works Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2+ Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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January 11th, 2007, 12:00 AM
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Re: looking for sand
You would need to get sand as far out from the beach as possible. Reg beach sand would be full of all kind of stuff. Also local laws prohibit/restrict gathering of sand in FLA. I think its one bucket a day with a fishing license.
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January 11th, 2007, 01:18 AM
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Re: looking for sand
I think the problem with hardware store sand is the silicate levels. you could have a major algae bloom. Beach sand is very dirty and has alot of parasites. Best thing is to break down and buy what you know works. store bought sand!!! its would only cost about $50 to $75 to fill a 55 gallon. thats a minimal expense compared to the other stuff you need. why do you want sand anyway? it blows all over the place and makes a mess
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January 11th, 2007, 02:05 AM
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Re: looking for sand
I agree with iron. no go on the hardware sand.
Also I prefer Carib sea special grade reef sand. its. 1 to 2 mm and won't blow around in the water. CaribSea Special Grade Reef Sand #20 Just my 2cents. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 92 Gallon Corner, 77 degrees, 800 watts, MR-2R Skimmer, MRC Nilsen, Tunze Stream, Aqua Cont Jr. Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years
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January 11th, 2007, 02:18 AM
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Re: looking for sand
I have to give BKV some credit I had to call him to refresh my memory why hardware sand was bad
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January 11th, 2007, 02:22 AM
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Re: looking for sand
Glad to see you recognizing the fact that your nothing without my wealth of knowledge
 .Just kidding you did teach me a thing or two about killing a 150$ 1" coral once Current Aquarium(s) Description: 92 Gallon Corner, 77 degrees, 800 watts, MR-2R Skimmer, MRC Nilsen, Tunze Stream, Aqua Cont Jr. Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years
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January 11th, 2007, 02:25 AM
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Re: looking for sand
And I hope you learned well student, Cause I may have to go over that lesson again someday
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