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SoonerFan

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  1. I agree with shop vacing the sump, but you might look into these pumps they sell at Lowe's or Ace. They pump the water out to less than 1/4 inch (I usually would get completely empty) and you can put a hose connection to the pump. Here is a link: http://www.amazon.com/Attwood-Power-Water-...e/dp/B0000AXSI9 Then the only thing you have to shop vac is the left over detritus. Looking good. You putting the chiller in the same room or running to different location?
  2. I always use flexspa whenever possible as it reduces turns and gives me play (particularly with a chiller!) I love that it can still be glued. What size connections on chiller? Since we almost always way overpower our closed loop pumps and return pumps I think you are going to be just fine on the turns and bends. The best thing is that you have kept it open enough that any maintenance issues will be easy to address. I am guess the OM is powered? I have never used one so I don't know if they can run dry. If not, I would have the pump and OM on the same switch to make sure you don't turn off the pump and not the OM. Not sure if it really matters, but just something I thought of. Did you put a "T" on the closed loop drain so you can automate water changes? I have always thought that would be a good idea but I have not had a closed loop yet. Just something to think about. Lee
  3. Love the magnet idea. That sounds like it will look very nice!! I can understand on the plumbing costs. So many people forget how much plumbing can cost!! Lee
  4. Andrew, Did you have any Pocillopora? It is well known for reproducing in such a manner and spreading all over a tank. Lee
  5. I am one of those weirdos that LOVES the plumbing part!! Looking great! What are you going to use to cover the stand? Glad to see it is all coming back together for you. Lee
  6. You have to post a price or the moderators will remove the post. Lee
  7. I got a frag from JG and it is doing great!! A very beautiful piece!! John has lots of nice corals. Brian (Greenmako) has the nicest Oregon Tort I've ever seen and some pink lemonade (not sure fraggable size yet though). Lee
  8. Clint is back!!! Well, within a few months his tank will look better than all of ours after years!!! ; ) Can't wait to see what you do with this! Lee
  9. Who else is going to come tomorrow? Want to make sure we have enough chili!!! Promise, that alone will be worth it. I will have a couple of nano sized live rock to give away as well so I can convert the old Aquapod to freshwater. Lee
  10. I want a small piece. ARe you coming to the July meeting at my house? If so, you can bring with you, if not, I will be needing to get some water at River City soon and will work out a way to pick up. Lee
  11. I will be preparing some killer chili. Feel free to bring any other snacks you would like. I will provide Chili, cheese, and Frito's. Bring Your Own Beer or Beverage. I will have few soft drinks available. There will be a powerpoint presentation on the key molluscs in our aquarium. Lee
  12. I'd be interested in the Tunze Skimmer as well. Lee
  13. My add is posted on MAAST, but I live in Georgetown. http://www.maast.org/forums/showthread.php?t=43074 Lee
  14. I will be using a American Marine PinPoint PH Controller. Got it used off RC from believe it or not from a guy in Austin. If you want to come over and see the reactor in action let me know. Lee
  15. Welcome to the club and area. Only a Brit would have a dragon skull in a tank!!! ; ) Too Funny! Bring the Percs and Anemone!!! Lee
  16. Just bought a new AquaC RX-1 from Salty Supply. Brian is heading over on Wednesday to help setup!! Lee
  17. I was just wondering why I hadn't seen you on the board lately. So sorry to hear, maybe sell the livestock parting out and you will get some cash and can keep the hardware? Lee
  18. I have a dual overflow brick 225 gallon tank. I will NEVER have a center brace again, it is so nice not having to work around a brace or have something to block lighting. Trust me, go without a center brace. Lee
  19. Man, I did that one time and it is SUCH a long season. It was fun for a bit, but tracking pitchers!! Man though, I had Randy Johnson for one of my starters that year!! Just don't have the time, but it is a lot of fun!! Lee
  20. Not sure as I have never really kept any fairy wrasses but would highly recommend asking on Reef Central's forum "Reef Fishes" there are numerous fairy wrasse experts that post there frequently. Lee
  21. I would love to but need some more growth in my tank!!! Count on me for later in the year!! Lee
  22. Man, 18" is awful narrow on a tank that long, really consider going wider!!! You would be better going off wider and shorter. 31" tall will be harder to light as well. 30" wide would be great!! Gives you space for large rock and plenty of room for corals to grow. Lee
  23. The one at Aquatek seemed quite healthy. If you are interested, you want to make sure you see it eat at the store. I didn't look a long time, but it did seem to be in good shape. Lee
  24. That was a juvenile Chevron Tang. They do change colors as they mature but are still nice. I believe it was $120 if I am not mistaken. Lee
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