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  1. istrahd

    Stocking question...Need help, going to LFS today to buy fish!

    The Hammer was priced at $125 but he dropped it to $110 since I was buying the Clowns & other frags. If you can identify the Corals, quote the message and add the names above or below the pics, thanks. They told me the names but with my meds I'm lucky to remember my own name... The last pic is...
  2. istrahd

    Stocking question...Need help, going to LFS today to buy fish!

    I did buy a pair of Orange Clowns. They sold the pair of black clowns I had wanted. The female is twice the size of the male and they are getting along wonderfully. I paid $60 for the pair. The other clowns they had were $25 for Oranges & $45 for blacks and they were all 1" or smaller. I...
  3. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    Sorry, I have been out of town and not checked the forums except to make a post since I've been back. I'm 98% certain that your house is on a slab and you should have no problems with your tank. Cute dog in the pics, BTW. I am glad to know you're safe to set up your tank! Sorry if I made you...
  4. istrahd

    Stocking question...Need help, going to LFS today to buy fish!

    What about the other fish listed as possible tank mates with Clowns. I will probably just buy a pair of orange clowns as they are $40/Pair and the black clowns are $90/pair. I forgot to list Blennys as a desired fish. I cant remember the names of the specific ones, Midas or Scooter Blenny, I...
  5. istrahd

    New to SW, I Want a Reef Tank!

    Yes, I am using the API kit. I didn't see anywhere in the instructions about removing the cap and looking top down to match the colors. I've been trying to read it through the test tube... Thanks for the tip! I have been having trouble reading the values! I will try this method later today...
  6. istrahd

    Stocking question...Need help, going to LFS today to buy fish!

    My water has finally gotten to perfect conditions! It's been a Long Cycle... pH 8.2 - SG 1.0235 - Nitrates 0ppm - Nitrites 0ppm - Ammonia 0ppm I went to my LFS to get the pair of black clowns I had been wanting since I started my tank and have them test my water as well. The kid working there...
  7. istrahd

    New to SW, I Want a Reef Tank!

    That was supposed to be 1.0 - 2.0ppm I hate those color charts, so hard to tell which shade matches the best...
  8. istrahd

    New to SW, I Want a Reef Tank!

    Ughhh... My Nitrites are STILL holding at 1.0ppm... Apparently its going to be LONG cycle... Would the 1ppm Nitrite damage the beneficial bacteria in Live Rock if I were to purchase some and add to the tank? I have been thinking about adding more Dry Rock anyhow.after adding the sand to the...
  9. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    If you can get a picture(s) of the entire side of the house where it meets the ground and of the back of the house as well, we can probably tell you for sure. Make sure you get a pic of any openings, vents, access holes, windows, etc in the foundation/side/back of the house. It will help us...
  10. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    Even if you have a raised wooden floor, you will probably be okay. Probably being the operative word... If the house is not very old and you can't feel any vibrations as people walk, it is probably going to hold up the weight. The larger the base of the stand that you buy or have built, the...
  11. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    Is your carpet/tile over a wood floor or over a concrete slab? If your house has a concrete slab then you are fine. Can you feel the vibrations through the floor as someone stomps through the room? Can you feel any "Soft" spots in your floor? Can you get under the house? If yes to one or more...
  12. istrahd

    Recommend a Digital Test Kit?

    Where did you purchase them? Online? Locally? If Online, Do you have a link to the site? You can PM me if you don't want to "advertise" for them. I would really like to get a decent set of digital test equipment at as good of a price as possible, of course... LOL all my money goes to my...
  13. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    Don't buy a used RODI. You will probably wind up getting one that needs a new membrane in the RO portion and end up spending more than buying a brand new RODI. When you buy a new one, it will come with a new membrane & new filters with it, at least it will if you order the one below...
  14. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    I was wondering the same thing about the WRX... Love Subarus... RODI is a great way to go! I couldn't imagine trying to stuff all of those water bottles in my car or truck for that matter. Even if you use 5 gal jugs, it's going to take a bunch!
  15. istrahd

    Recommend a Digital Test Kit?

    The only digital testers I have found besides the pH & ORP have been single parameter tests averaging around $150 per unit. I was hoping to find something to test the main parameters reefers need to keep an eye on but it seems no one produces them, except a few Lab Grade Test Kits which run...
  16. istrahd

    Recommend a Digital Test Kit?

    I have an API SW Master Test Kit, which really doesn't test everything needed to monitor & maintain a healthy reef. It only tests High Range pH (7.6-8.8 or so) Nitrates, Nitrites & Ammonia. I have trouble reading the color charts vs. the color of the liquid in the test tube. Direct Sunlight...
  17. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    If it has the lighting system with it, take the deal... If you can talk them out of any equipment to go with it at that price, even better... You may show up to get it with part of your money stashed in a pocket and tell them all you have is X amount and see if they will ease back on the...
  18. istrahd

    Good morning! I'm new to EVERYTHING!

    Welcome Aboard! You've found a Great Forum for asking questions! The folks here are very friendly and will do their best to answer your questions. I had tons of questions and they have helped me immensely. As far as money goes, here is what I've spent, so far... I copied this from my...
  19. istrahd

    hello

    That looks like the model of reef octopus I am buying. Not 100% certain. I would have to see the box to tell you... No, I haven't looked into algae scrubbers... Let me know how it works for you... Probably have to PM me... (Short term memory not so great). I am planning on trying to use only...
  20. istrahd

    New here

    I am not looking for anyone too independent or too clingy. I just want someone who will appreciate what I do for them because I care and do the same in kind... Someone who gives as much as they receive... Dream on, I know...
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