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  1. Anyone know where I can get plastic egg crate locally?

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    2. Reburn

      Reburn

      Sorry Richard. Messed that one up......

    3. Mlaw

      Mlaw

      they don't keep it with the light fixtures. Go back to the back where they have the ceiling tiles etc.

    4. Neon Reefer

      Neon Reefer

      Yeah HD has it but it is in the back where they keep the light delection stuff not in the lighting department itself

  2. Anyone got a recommendation for guaranteed 10M/10M internet under $700 / month?

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    2. esacjack

      esacjack

      google fiber wont allow for business customers at first.. they plan on implementing a business strategy further down the line. Have you thought about not using a locally managed frame? and instead using colocated/hosted?

    3. Robb in Austin

      Robb in Austin

      It's like yall are speaking English but I can't understand any of it.

    4. Makena95GT

      Makena95GT

      LOL I'm with Robb

  3. Is anyone or does anyone know a mechanic that can do a shock replacement with parts that I already have? My shop originally told me they'd do it with my parts then changed their mind after the truck was dropped off.

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      It's just a 4wd xterra. I have no problem DIY but I'm not messing with swapping the coil springs. Had a bad experience with a portable compressor a few years back, never again. Shop was unwilling to compromise on doing it, wasn't an issue of money.

      I'll check out the other places as well, there's a Lambs near my house. I've been way turned off on them since I called them out trying to rip my mom off with about $500 in completely unnecessary work like...

    3. jestep

      jestep

      ..fuel and oil treatments and rebuilding almost new brake calipers.

      If I can just get a shop to swap the springs for me that's probably enough.

    4. ckyuv

      ckyuv

      Yeah Ive only used the lambs in cedar park on 1431. I had them replace the front coil springs on my 2015 with 2" lift ones and they charged me $110

  4. ARC, The last politically neutral website on the internet. Facebook is like a war zone right now.

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    2. ckyuv

      ckyuv

      politics requires a lack of skill, reefing requires too many skills

    3. FarmerTy

      FarmerTy

      I just like to sway with the waves man...

    4. Teresa

      Teresa

      lol you all are cracking me up!

  5. Anyone have a WP40 I can borrow for a week or so? Mine just crapped out this morning and even after cleaning, I can't get it to spin. Need to order one, but need some flow in the tank in the meantime.

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      Yeah saw those. Need to keep the room quite otherwise I'd be on them.

    3. Woods

      Woods

      I have a new one sitting in the box as a spare...

    4. dshel1217

      dshel1217

      ya i have a wp25 i can lend you.lmk

  6. Just saw 4 telephone poles down in South Austin. Might be a good time to figure out electrical redundancy for short power outages.

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      And there goes the home internet. At least power is ok.

    3. Gig 'em @ NDstructible

      Gig 'em @ NDstructible

      I just checked the weather report and looks like the wind is blowing out to the ocean so hopefully I won't be blown out to sea :P. Does anyone in Pflugerville know if the power is still on?Hope my tank is ok....

    4. mrshall1027

      mrshall1027

      I'm on the RR Pville border and the power is still on.

  7. Not a SA fan, but go Spurs!

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    2. Woods

      Woods

      I am an SA fan, even before moving to Texas 15 yrs ago. Go SPURS Go!!!

    3. Niko's Reef

      Niko's Reef

      Not a big fan of MIA, but I have to roll with them in this series.

    4. Texasrob

      Texasrob

      I knw ur a spurs fan when u put Go Spurs Go

  8. Good friend of mine just made the olympic ski team. Go USA!

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    2. Planeden

      Planeden

      wow cool. i'm guessing they ain't from 'round here.

    3. ckyuv
    4. jestep

      jestep

      No they're all from my hometown in Colorado.

  9. Finally got my CO2 tank back. Thanks for the AAA fire and safety recommendations. Great company and much cheaper than home brew for refills.

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    2. Grog

      Grog

      I brew and bought my tank at a local welding shop. They exchange, just like propane and you don't have to worry about the cert. ~27 bucks last time. Can return the tank for a 'core' charge. :)

    3. Grog

      Grog

      I guess my post sounds like what victoly said. :P

    4. jestep

      jestep

      Dang it, I knew there was one on montopolis, couldn't remember the name. I'm fine with refilling. Should be about $10 - $15 per fill from here out. I typically only need 1 or 2 fills per year.

  10. Amazing 200g cylinder aquarium on CL. Would love to see a reef tank out of it.

  11. Austin won the xgames bid!

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    2. Robb in Austin

      Robb in Austin

      Boo! Another event bringing an extra 100K people into town. Boo!

    3. Dustin Blevins

      Dustin Blevins

      Our pet sitting company gets fancy clients when they come to town ;)

    4. wizardx322

      wizardx322

      We can use the revenue they say it will bring in over 50 million

  12. Noooooooo! AC broke for a 2nd time...

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    2. Drift Monkey

      Drift Monkey

      RO/DI ice cubes + fan!

    3. jestep

      jestep

      Luckily I have a chiller on the main tank. But 93 degrees inside at 9PM with all the fans in the house on and blinds down. We left for the weekend hoping they would fix it. I F'ing hate our landlord. Not even an email or voicemail after renting for 7 years...

    4. Benny

      Benny

      We installed a new oversized Goodman a/c ourselves. Had a a/c tech friend stop by to draw vaccume and test my brazes. Best 2k I have ever spent.

  13. Spring must be in the air, judging be the 10 or so split anemone posts in the past few weeks.

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    2. Mlaw

      Mlaw

      mine have all split also.

    3. KKAAY

      KKAAY

      lol, i even had a dream last night that mine split 4 ways

    4. JamesL

      JamesL

      I wish mine did... my rose decided to bleach :(

  14. Hometown in Colorado is projected to get 100" of snow in 1 storm. Going back next week for some cold fun.

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    2. mcallahan

      mcallahan

      I'm so happy I don't live there anymore!

    3. August

      August

      oh I miss the snow and cold.... wish it would come this way!

    4. jestep

      jestep

      So do I. This 80 degree December crap needs to go.

  15. Going to San Diego for 5 days over Thanksgiving. Any suggestion on what to do there? Have the Zoo, Birch Aquarium, and beach on the list so far.

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    2. FarmerTy

      FarmerTy

      AquaSD man! Zoo is pretty awesome. Balboa park right next to it is nice too. Old downtown is fun for a couple hours (near airport). Might be a little chilly for the beaches but it's socal, so it might actually be nice right now weather-wise.

    3. FarmerTy

      FarmerTy

      Or make a short drive to Dana Point (40 mins?) and take the ferry to Catalina Island. It's a little expensive but a nice, once in a life adventure since you're out there anyways.

    4. crendon2003

      crendon2003

      The beach was really cold when me and my wife went but nice views. Balboa park we enjoyed and the zoo was really fun. My wife loved the shopping as well. Hollywood was just a little drive away and was fun but got crazy after it dark. Enjoy

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      Maybe they'll do layaway.

    3. Grog

      Grog

      Very nice! I like the green flower anemone they have too.

    4. Funkness

      Funkness

      pretty sure id be sleeping alone if i bought that

  16. http://support.monsterfishkeepers.com/ Sign their petition. They're a good online community being sued by Monster Energy drinks.
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    2. Timfish

      Timfish

      I signed and I'm emailing everyone I know.

    3. mFrame

      mFrame

      Interesting they haven't gone after MonsterCable.com, who actually has a "Rock Star" energy drink can on their front page.

    4. jestep

      jestep

      MonsterCable can sell audio cables for 20X or more than their actual value. They've obviously got some change to spare for a frivolous lawsuit ;)

  17. I looked for a long time to find an Orange hammer, but this thing is incredible: http://www.liveaquaria.com/diversden/ItemDisplay.cfm?c=2733+8&ddid=152753

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      That's where I got mine from. It's a bit bigger than baseball size now. Definitely wasn't $350, but wasn't cheap either.

    3. brian.srock

      brian.srock

      jestep, looking to frag your orange?

    4. jestep

      jestep

      I would in the future. It's been growing great but slow on spitting out new heads.

  18. Anyone know the price on an all glass or equivalent 90g - 48lx18wx24h at any LFS?

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    2. mcallahan

      mcallahan

      My marineland 90G has been great for the past 2.5 yrs I've had it

    3. mooric

      mooric

      I think I was quoted a little over $300 at RCA for a Marineland 90g with corner-flo.

    4. jestep

      jestep

      Aquadome has a 110 x-high that they can order that fits on my stand. I may have to go with it. 48x18x30" high!

  19. Finally watched Blackfish last night after noticing it's on netflix now. Nothing that I didn't already know but very good documentary. Some of the scenes with the mom and baby orcas are tough to watch.

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    2. Euphoric Eulogy

      Euphoric Eulogy

      It's definitely worth a watch.

    3. KKAAY

      KKAAY

      Yes that part just broke my heart

    4. Elizzy

      Elizzy

      Impressed with all the musicians pulling out of Seaworld. It's too bad really, SW could become amazing if they'd just stop breeding orcas and provide existing ones with a large sanctuary.

  20. Just so everyone knows, hydrous sodium carbonate will cause chemical burns on your tongue.

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    2. JamesL

      JamesL

      This sounds like a dare gone wrong.

    3. Grog

      Grog

      cinnamon challenge?

    4. jestep

      jestep

      Pool of liquid between the sump and the ATO container. I unfortunately assumed it was water when I decided a taste test was the easiest method to figure out what was leaking. I instantly regret this decision.

  21. Any other ARC'ers still playing paintball these days?

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      I'm totally down one of these weekends. Just got an awesome new custom pump I want to try out. Still have my electronic markers as well.

    3. Jason & Amber

      Jason & Amber

      We're going tomorrow, I got some gear for Christmas and going to try it out. Where do you usually go?

    4. jestep

      jestep

      Really depends. I'm way southwest so the dripping springs fields occationally, outlaw and extreme sometimes. I like Texas but their paint prices are borderline absurd. $95 per case for premium is pushing reality.

  22. Do any LFS's sell CO2 resistant PE or PP tubing?

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    2. Juiceman

      Juiceman

      I just used regular RODI line left over from installing my system. Victoly had a bunch.

    3. jestep

      jestep

      I didn't even think of that. I have a ton of it in the garage.

    4. jestep

      jestep

      So I tried using some and it's almost impossible to get on a hose barb. Is there some trick to it like boiling water?

  23. Am I the only one that gets upset with their BTA's split. Stupid green ones...

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    2. Timfish

      Timfish

      @*#&^$ BTAs! They've caused me many times more problems than aiptasia, mojano's, mantis anf gorilla crabs combined but I can't get rid of them 'cause my clients want them. >:-(

    3. Chad and Belinda

      Chad and Belinda

      I've never had one split.

    4. jestep

      jestep

      Oh, had to one-up us on that one... Do you really have a BTA??? ;)

  24. Just threw down for an Apex. I'm so sick of these crappy timers crapping out on me. 7 down in 3 years...

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    2. jestep

      jestep

      Will do. Going to pick up the WEX next month so I can get my vortechs synced up with it.

    3. victoly

      victoly

      I've got that as well. Money well spent. Protip: you dont have do have the vortechs plugged into the EB8 if you have the WXM, they are controlled wirelessly, which saves you at least 1 space on your power bar (or however many vortechs you have)

    4. Juiceman

      Juiceman

      Yep, way better than the timers! So much more customizable and consistent. And you can turn stuff on and off from your phone!

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