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May 31st, 2007, 01:49 AM
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and just to think ......
man , i feel like I jinx everyone, rigo had some trouble, yote had some trouble, now bobby had some trouble... SORRY GUYS !!!!
and to think Im still here trying to figure the whole saltwater hobby out.... i guess im doing everything right.. but still doesn't seem that way. my water tests have been right on, but yet my clown is still not eating and I'm not even sure how he is still alive. i now HAVE BROWN ALGEA EVERYWHERE. which I guess was to be expected... but noy only that i have this slight cloudyness to the tank now?????? i dont know??? The guy at the local store said everything looks good as far as my water. everythink he said... PH,AMMONIA,NITRITE,NITRATE,SILICATES,PHOSPHATES EVERYTHING. HE EVEN SAID MAYBE ADDING A FISH TO SEE IF THAT MIGHT HELP THE CLOWN FISH. SO I THIKN THAT MIGHT BE THE NEXT STEP. IT WILL BE ALMOST A MONTH WITH THE CLOWN SO MY BIO-LOAD SHOULD BE OK. I THINK I MIGHT GO WITH SOME GREEN CHROMIS, MAYBE 3 . THEN WAIT ANOTHER MONTH TO SEE WHAT HAPPENS. I'LL KEEP DOING WATER CHANGES 2 TIMES A MONTH AND KEEP TESTING. BUT FIRST I'M GOING TO DO WHAT EVERTONE KEEP SAYING....... ADDING A PROTEIN SKIMMER AND ABOUT 10 LBS OF CURED "REAL" LIVE ROCK ... WISH ME LUCK !!!!!! THANKS EVERYONE ! RAY
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May 31st, 2007, 01:55 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
The brwon stuff is probably diatoms, I had the or cyno not to sure for 2 or3 months but then one day it cleared up. Cyno and diatoms are very normal for a new tank. Just keep up with water changes, dont over feed, and feed frozen and your problem will clearup in time. I wouldnt add anything till it clears up, but I dont really think it will hurt them if you do. If there is a cloudyness in your tank run some carbon for a week and it will porbably clear up.
Dont worrie your not bringing any bad luck to me I have had problems with clowns for awhile now.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 30 gal reef, 175 MH, CSS 125. 29 gal reef, 10 gal sump, ASM mini G 130 watt PC's Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: in fresh water all my life and stared salt in 08/06 Other Intrests: aquariums,remodeling houses,and cars
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May 31st, 2007, 02:02 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
dont delay the protein skimmer...trust me.. it really makes a difference...try to get some cleanners...if they has a cheap rock or long spine urchin get it..that algae will be gone in a blink..
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: on hold!! Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 5 years Other Intrests: bike riding,reefing,home entertainment,site seen.
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May 31st, 2007, 02:38 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
Rigo said it,invest in a good skimmer.I would go ahead and add cured live rock before adding anymore fish though.
Wait a sec,my Rasta Leather(Sinularia)died recently,you jinx me too!! Just kidding bud....keep your head up,it will get better..good luck.
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May 31st, 2007, 02:47 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
SEE , i JINXED THE WHOLE SITE !!!!! GREAT, NO MORE HELP FOR ME !!!! J/K GUYS
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May 31st, 2007, 03:00 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
I Am Running Carbon In The Emperor And Also Algone To Control Ammonia, Nitrites And Nitrates. It Also Should Clear The Tank Up !
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ray Tiny Tank Club35 gallon hex tank, CSS 65 , maxi-jet 400 ,koralia 1, 150 w MH hammilton lamp w/ 14k bulb, 40 lbs of base rock, 10 lbs of live sand, 25 lbs of base sand, 15 lbs of fiji rock, 5 lbs of tonga brach, DIY 20 gallon sump Current Aquarium(s) Description: 35 gallon hex,40 lbs base rock, 5 lbs of tonga 15 LBS FIJI LR ,live sand,CSS 65,koralia 1,maxi 400 Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: started MAY 2007 !!!!!!!! Other Intrests: HUNTING,FISHING,PLAYING GUITAR,VIDEO GAMING
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May 31st, 2007, 03:09 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
I have never heard of algone, but carbon has always worked for me on a new tank, thats the only time I have ever had cloadyness in my tank.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 30 gal reef, 175 MH, CSS 125. 29 gal reef, 10 gal sump, ASM mini G 130 watt PC's Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: in fresh water all my life and stared salt in 08/06 Other Intrests: aquariums,remodeling houses,and cars
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May 31st, 2007, 04:26 AM
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Re: and just to think ......
Another thing Ray,
You just changed filters too.So the bactria that had built up in the pads got tossed,So your probably having a little bit of a bloom going on.It'll go away. The brown algae is probably diatomes,like Bobby done mentioned. What your having now is perfectly normal for a new tank. And im gonna 4th Rigo,Bobby,and Reef.I'd go ahead and invest in a good skimmer and some live rock.That'll go a long way in helpping your tank mature. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 75gal. reef,NE T-5s 432 watt ,CSS65 skimmer,Pro-Clear 125 wet/dry with mag5 return Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Little over a year Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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May 31st, 2007, 10:21 PM
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Re: and just to think ......
Check Out The New Updated Photos If Anyone Has A Chance, Let Me Know What Everyone Thinks
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ray Tiny Tank Club35 gallon hex tank, CSS 65 , maxi-jet 400 ,koralia 1, 150 w MH hammilton lamp w/ 14k bulb, 40 lbs of base rock, 10 lbs of live sand, 25 lbs of base sand, 15 lbs of fiji rock, 5 lbs of tonga brach, DIY 20 gallon sump Current Aquarium(s) Description: 35 gallon hex,40 lbs base rock, 5 lbs of tonga 15 LBS FIJI LR ,live sand,CSS 65,koralia 1,maxi 400 Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: started MAY 2007 !!!!!!!! Other Intrests: HUNTING,FISHING,PLAYING GUITAR,VIDEO GAMING
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May 31st, 2007, 11:22 PM
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Re: and just to think ......
Ray,After looking at your pics,I think you got diatoms.They feed off silicates in the water and sand.There a normal part of a new system.I know there ugly as sin and all,but one morning you'll wake up and they'll be completely gone.
Every thing looks great BTW,including your temp. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 75gal. reef,NE T-5s 432 watt ,CSS65 skimmer,Pro-Clear 125 wet/dry with mag5 return Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Little over a year Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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