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Hi Lauren, Got Pics? We love pics. . .

Cindy, Thanks for clearing up the confusion. Dave-

Ok, I just did my first test using the Seachem Mag kit. I used 1 full syringe and stop at 7 on the 2nd one. I trying to calculate the how much magmisum I have but the instructions are very confusing. What do figure do I add per number? I'm not dumb just very tired. . . Dave-

We haven't update the blog in awhile so here goes . . . As some of you know setting up of the 150 has really been a labor of love. With the refinishing of a majorly scratched acrylic tank, then becoming a tank of death, then having ballast issues. . . It is amazing that Robin and I have kept up with it. I think it really has to do in part to the support we have received from ARC: Joseph Le, CManning, Headless Donkey, Gkarshen, Starfire and any one else who would listen to our ranting. This is truly a support group. We would as like to specifically thank all the great folks at RCA (Carlos and his crew are the best!), We start this hobby with a 29 gallon tall. Then we got bit by the bug. We discovered the 29 was going to be too small so we upgrade to a 150 in 4 months. If you haven’t done so, you might want to check out the rest of the blog. We tried to make it both informative and entertaining. The 150 is 5’x2’x2’. I have 2x250W SPS 14K SE bulbs mounted in the first prototype of the new Lumenbrights. These are powered by dual 250W PFO ballast. I have 2x Koralia 4’s, 2 x Koralia 3 in the tank for flow. The sump/fuge is approximately 50 gallons divided into 4 chambers, the overflow, the skimmer, the refugium (with a Koralia Nano for more flow) and the return. The skimmer is a Euro-Reef RS180 and the return pump is MAG 7. A TCP 16/75W 5100K fluorescent flood light is over the fuge. We made it through our first year of salt and are looking forward to many more! Here is where we started and here is where we are now: Then: Now:

It would be even cooler if I could get logged in. The log me in link is not funtioning. . .

WOW, I just discoverd the ARC mobile website. Very Cool. It doesn'e seem to be as funtional as the PC site. Just wondering if send and receive PM's on the moblie site. Any other insight would be welcomed. VERY COOL ANDREW! Dave-

Nope. I'll give them a try if I don't find it at Lowes. Are they open on the weekend?

I need 3/4 tubing 5o ft. long. I have looked at Home Depot and they only stock 20 ft. I thought I would check Lowes tomorrow. Any other suggestions? Dave-

I have an XL spread sheet I use. I would be more than happy to send it to you. It's on my laptop at home so it would be this evening. Here is a good link to some software on the net. I have found that most of this software has some stuff I want and some I don't need. That is why I created the spreadsheet. Aquarium Software

Andrew, Thanks for the wrasse and tang. They are beautiful specimens and add a lot to our tank. We a had a little territorial fight last night but today they are acting like best of friends! Dave-

I have a couple of bottles I'd sell ya real cheap, or you can get it at Regal Plastics.

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Hidy ho!

Beefytang. we apreciate the kind words. Robin and I have been working on this tank since the 4th of July last year. Thanks for looking and keep an eye open for more updates. . . Dave & Robin

Butts aside, things are tough. However I check all the forums for used equipment and getting livestock from fellow reefers. I've put way to much time and money al0ng with tears and sweat to give into the economy. . . I think we are going to see a closer knit club as times get harder! OH and I've never seen beefytangs butt!! Dave-