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Recent content by jtveach

  1. J

    Anybody running a Hydros?

    I went with Hydros because I have seen several systems in this group running it and seems to be more affordable. Not in over all cost, but was able to buy pieces at a time so it was easier to manage financially. I haven't gotten mine setup yet. Still building my 90g peninsula and have all the...
  2. J

    Coming back!

    Hey All, Been away from the hobby for a few years but making my way back. I want to put a setup in my new office but unable to reply to any of the used equipment classifieds because it says I don't have permission. Any help on this would be great and glad to be back at it!
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    Trouble w/ Bubble Magus Curve 5 skimmer. HELP!

    Yeah, I had the bubble plate on correctly and I tried different depths. I'm sure it's the fact that it was not in saltwater when I tested it. There is a reason protein skimmer are not on the fresh water side. Thanks all. I'll let you know if it self corrects when I have my system up and running
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    Stand pipe plumping

    It's a 92g corner, I think having a lower turnover will be ok... I am running a DC pump so I can dial in what I need... to me, it just means a longer suspension time in the sump for nutrient removal. I can get the flow I need in the system with the gyres. I did finally get the plumbing parts I...
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    Stand pipe plumping

    I will play around with the configuration until I find what works best. It may just mean I forego what I feel is the cleaner look and use flex pipe instead. Appreciate everyones input. One reason I love this hobby is that there is always more than one way and it gives opportunities for...
  6. J

    Lighting?

    Cody... just read through your fish room build over the last few days... awesome build. I may hang my light fixture in a similar fashion. Does the red light change how they appear to us? Meaning, will I be missing out on visible color on the corals if there is a lack of red? My Led selection...
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    Lighting?

    I'm sure this will produce a ton of opinions but I need a place to start. I purchased an Aquatic Life T5/HO hybrid light today. I am looking for a balance between growth and color as my latest build will start life as a mixed reef. More forgiving SPS only. I have some AI sols I will probably...
  8. J

    Stand pipe plumping

    Wow, great info. Thanks for that. I had already made the decision to go with 90's and ordered them. I feel much better now knowing that it's not going to make a difference.
  9. J

    New tank build.

    I'm 6'3" and can reach most places in the tank easily with the hood off. I have several lighting options but may go with a t5 led hybrid option with an adjustable hanging kit that can be pulled up during cleaning and dropped back down afterwards. I will probably have to go with a slightly...
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    New tank build.

    Did you have issues with keeping your sand in one place with the power heads that low? I expect that I will have to manually clean the sand during water changes. A CUC should help too. I'm sure I will ha e to play around d with the placement. I have heard that corner tanks are the most difficult...
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    Trouble w/ Bubble Magus Curve 5 skimmer. HELP!

    Thanks for the advice... I'll give it a shot once I have my system up.
  12. J

    New tank build.

    Have a vectra m1 in sump.
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    Trouble w/ Bubble Magus Curve 5 skimmer. HELP!

    Guess I'll have to wait and see when I get my system up and running.
  14. J

    New tank build.

    I am looking at dual alternating Gyres on the back over flow.
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    Trouble w/ Bubble Magus Curve 5 skimmer. HELP!

    Alright, So I bought a used Bubble Magus curve 5 skimmer. Did a bunch of research and found this to be a decent option. Watched a bunch of reviews and pulled the trigger on a used unit. I got excited and wanted to test it out, so I filled my tub and dropped the skimmer in. I was very...
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