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Progession of a 46 gallon reef tank

Discussion in 'Freshwater Aquariums & Fish Photos' started by California Cowgirl, Jul 25, 2009.

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  1. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    got it, thanks, ohhh turkey baster is used for the cyano :D
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 30, 2009
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    ahuh...and anything else you care to BLAST with it. Lol!
     
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  3. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    hahaha lol algae really sucks
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    I know, when I had the cyano it was a constant battle (almost brought me to tears in dealing with it cuz it made the tank look like crud).
     
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  5. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    that must of been a pain. that's how i'm starting to feel about gha right now and it has just begun and it's pretty bad. And this is with using RO/DI water i'd hate to see how much algae i would have if i was using straight tap
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    and I take it you've reduced your lighting and checked your foods ingredients for phosphates? (I remember Ocean something flakes being high in it...i think that was the name)
     
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  7. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    lighting is only on for 5 hours, at least for now as i don't have corals yet. Food is a very small amount of frozen brine and mysis shrimp. But your right about some flakes/pellets being high in phosphates. I still don't have a phospate test at the moment but i need to get all new tests kits because my current ones are alomst out and about a year old.
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    <a class="postlink" href="http://www.cheappetproducts.net/SALTWATER_MASTER_LIQUID_TEST_KIT-P70704.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://www.cheappetproducts.net/SALTWAT ... 70704.html</a>

    <a class="postlink" href="http://www.aquariumgarden.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=18302&category_id=1364" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://www.aquariumgarden.com/store/car ... ry_id=1364</a>
     
    MOD_Dawn, Oct 31, 2009
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  9. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    you are seriously amazing :D you are so quick with helpful info :D And API is the test kit that i was planning on buying :D
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    no problem, I'm big on shopping around the net for the cheapest prices...i've found it's always cheaper to buy online than in the fish stores.

    A really good site is petsolutions...and use thky for $5 off your order.

    Don't forget to check for the online coupons! --> <a class="postlink" href="http://www.tjoos.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://www.tjoos.com/</a>
     
    MOD_Dawn, Oct 31, 2009
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  11. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    i've heard about petsoultions. I don't have the money to buy right now but i get paid on monday so i'm hoping i'll have a really good pay check to pay down the majoirty of my credit card because i really need to get ahold of a large clean up crew and new test kits like really soon, i've cut down on how much i test because i don't want to run out and not have any
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    Definately worry about the credit card first! Just keep up with the water changes and using the baster BEFORE the changes to loosen whatever you can (can use a new toothbrush too)...if you have an old garden hose there are many people who make a diy siphon out of them (or anything similar for that matter).

    I myself, never went that route cuz I sure as heck ain't risking sucking in tank water...just the thought gives me chills.
     
    MOD_Dawn, Oct 31, 2009
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  13. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    taking in tank water does not sound fun. imagine all the fish poop and crap your taking in
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    agreed, but I know many do it that way..yucky.
    Python all the way for me.
     
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  15. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    Haha I will have to found a python then
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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    ever swim in the Ocean
    I know for a fact fish poop won't kill me

    Rick
     
    cooltow1, Oct 31, 2009
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    i do it with a hose, saves £10 :L fish waste dont kill you, wash it down with a few beers after (y)
     
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    i concur, just like the 10 sec. rule for food.
     
    combatdat, Oct 31, 2009
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    10 sec lol 3 second more like :L
     
    AngelFishBreeder, Oct 31, 2009
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  20. California Cowgirl

    California Cowgirl Thread Starter New Member

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    i've done that myself, take in water in the ocean, tastes very gross
     
    California Cowgirl, Oct 31, 2009
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