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Sorry, didn't see a category in the forums where "sand" would best fit in, so I had a quick question. Does anyone currently use this in their tanks: CaribSea Tropic Isle Tahitian Moon Sand 20 lb I am considering switching from my white sand to black, but can't seem to determine if this stuff...

So I've had my 125 setup for a year now, and like many new reefers, started my system with many used bits and pieces. I've replaced many of those bits and pieces over the years as they have broken, failed, or caught fire. :frustrat: Well, now it's time to redo the floors in the "fish room"...

Is there a particular Reef Octopus skimmer that would work best on a 180? I was considering this one: Reef Octopus Diablo XS 200 Protein Skimmer - Bulk Reef Supply

Scared out of my socks, but it's time to move the 125 in order to replace the carpet. picked up a 4 year old 180 tank/stand/canopy with dual overflows. Here are my current concerns. Brand is "All Glass". According to some reviews, this tank has been know to blow a seam. Is this something I...

Please help! :bowdown: It is time to replace my DIY, Frankenstein, second-hand lighting system. My husband is tired of standing by with the fire extinguisher. At the moment, I am running 2 175W MH on an old magnetic ballast, 2 72" VHO actinics on an Icecap ballast, and stand-alone moon lights...

Is there any difference in the light/PAR output between an HQI bulb and a mogul base bulb, or are they the same, with just different installation types?

So happy! I finally have a CLAM :^::bounce::mrgreen:. I've been holding off for SO long, too afraid my system wasn't stable enough to support a clam. But things have been running smoothly for more than a year now. No sign of the evil dinos that plagued my tank, a healthy and thriving fish...

I have a large Octopus skimmer connected to my system that's been running very well for the last 3 years. However, it RARELY pulls out much of anything, and I don't need to clean it very often at all. Since I have huge quantities of LR in my tank and sump, and a variety of CUC, do I really...

Ok, I've been reading as many reviews on this product as I can: JBJ Automatic Top Off (A.T.O.) System Water Level Controller Unfortunately, most of them read like "I've just got this in the mail today and it looks good!" Or "I've been using this for a week and ok so far..." I am...

Re: March POTM - Pinks, Purples or Reds! Ok, I'll try again:

REALLY need to trash these Frankenstein ballasts before they start a second fire in my cabinet. I am using 2 of my 3 175W MH bulbs. Am trying to weight the pros and cons of electriv vs. magnetic. Magnetic = longevity, reliability, cost less to purchase but cost more to run. Electric =...

So, hubby says he wants to redo the floors. :yikesu:Which means we need to move our tank. I was thinking the best way to do this was to move all the coral-encrusted rocks, livestock and inverts into another tank......which other tank, I'm still working on that.....non coral encrusted rock I...

Against the advice of the LFS, I elected to add two diamond gobies to my tank, in hopes of a wider-spread sand filtration team. I was given explicit instructions to release them on opposide sides of the tank from one another with all the lights off and then watch them both very carefully for...

Ok, I am starting to get frustrated. :frustrat: I currently have 2 clowns and 1 hippo tang in my entire 125 tank. This seems like a waste of space and could do with some more fish. However, over the last year, I have tried to introduce some other fish. They all introduce very well, no sign of...

:ugh: Truth be told, I'm scared. Going on vacation for the first time in 3 years. My house will be empty. I do have someone coming by 2 times a day to walk the dogs. I am considering an ATO setup, but don't know where to start. I lose 5G per day, so I have to do SOMETHING. Thoughts...

Just when you think everything is going so smoothly in your tank.....:frustrat::frustrat::frustrat: Off to get some emerald crabs now. :grumble:

Got a call today from my fish man....he finally got his hands on my Lieutenant Tang. Actually, he's had him for about three weeks, but refuses to sell any of his livestock until he's had it at least 3 weeks and it is eating well. Now....I just have to brainwash....er....um....TALK TO the hubby...

D'oh! Time to go shopping. :frustrat:

These guys have such great personalities, once they finally trust you. Months later and Triton isn't afraid of the camera anymore.