Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 3 minutes ago, HarleyGuy said: Why replace the plugs? I replace my plugs too because that's where you can find eggs from pests and tiny bits of algae that can take over your tank. Also little critters can hide in small spaces between the frag and the plug so popping off the coral exposes those hidden areas and helps rid any potential hiding spot. Plugs are like Trojan Horses for pest algae and coral pests! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 9, 2017 Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 I replace my plugs too because that's where you can find eggs from pests and tiny bits of algae that can take over your tank. Also little critters can hide in small spaces between the frag and the plug so popping off the coral exposes those hidden areas and helps rid any potential hiding spot. Plugs are like Trojan Horses for pest algae and coral pests!Couldn't have said it better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarleyGuy Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 19 minutes ago, Gig 'em @ NDstructible said: I replace my plugs too because that's where you can find eggs from pests and tiny bits of algae that can take over your tank. Also little critters can hide in small spaces between the frag and the plug so popping off the coral exposes those hidden areas and helps rid any potential hiding spot. Plugs are like Trojan Horses for pest algae and coral pests! Wow, that makes sense. I'm sure some of these invaders can be microscopic! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 1 minute ago, HarleyGuy said: Wow, that makes sense. I'm sure some of these invaders can be microscopic! Thanks! Yes, many of the pests are hard to see without magnification and patient and careful watching. I find it easiest to see pests at night with pumps off to notice movement with my flashlight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarleyGuy Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I'll have to try that thanks!! What brand of flashlight do you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I just use a small handheld LED flashlight that has an adjustable lens to focus the light beam. I don't know what the brand is though... Nothing really fancy. I also use a red flashlight to sneak up on critters at night that I don't want to scare off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sascha D. Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Personally, I dip every coral type. There are different dips that corals will tolerate. A good place to start is with Ty's thread that I linked. They also sell prepared coral dips if you want to try those. Back in the day iodine was a popular dip and some of the veterans, like Jason Fox, still use it. Corals don't tolerate iodine very well and I don't use it. Similarly, I don't use FW dips except on clams with pinch. I have had good luck dipping all of my corals in Melafix Marine the past year, which will kill flatworms, nudibranches and red bugs. Someone told me yesterday that Interceptor only kills things with a carapace, but I don't have any experience with it. I have had good luck dipping mushrooms and soft corals in peroxide, but it should not be used on LPS or SPS. I cut all of my new corals off of the plug they come on. The plug could have spores, glass anemones, or pest corals, etc. that can't be dipped away. You'd be surprised what bubble algae can live through. The plugs fit loosely in the rocks and get knocked over by myself or my fish. Using disks can mitigate the corals getting knocked over. I'll sometimes cut the stem off of the plug and turn it into a disk. Lastly, I put a lot of my corals on a separate rock so that I can easily remove it for trimming or relocation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 9, 2017 Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 Personally, I dip every coral type. There are different dips that corals will tolerate. A good place to start is with Ty's thread that I linked. They also sell prepared coral dips if you want to try those. Back in the day iodine was a popular dip and some of the veterans, like Jason Fox, still use it. Corals don't tolerate iodine very well and I don't use it. Similarly, I don't use FW dips except on clams with pinch. I have had good luck dipping all of my corals in Melafix Marine the past year, which will kill flatworms, nudibranches and red bugs. Someone told me yesterday that Interceptor only kills things with a carapace, but I don't have any experience with it. I have had good luck dipping mushrooms and soft corals in peroxide, but it should not be used on LPS or SPS. I cut all of my new corals off of the plug they come on. The plug could have spores, glass anemones, or pest corals, etc. that can't be dipped away. You'd be surprised what bubble algae can live through. The plugs fit loosely in the rocks and get knocked over by myself or my fish. Using disks can mitigate the corals getting knocked over. I'll sometimes cut the stem off of the plug and turn it into a disk. Lastly, I put a lot of my corals on a separate rock so that I can easily remove it for trimming or relocation. Sascha, have you witnessed red bugs dying in melafix? I've only had luck with Interceptor but if melafix works for them, I'll gladly stop sending my veterinarian steaks every year. [emoji12] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 oh cool, i feel a little less paranoid now that i can see im not the only one replacing plugs and bayer & iodine dipping *lol* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sascha D. Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 18 hours ago, FarmerTy said: Sascha, have you witnessed red bugs dying in melafix? I've only had luck with Interceptor but if melafix works for them, I'll gladly stop sending my veterinarian steaks every year. I haven't personally found a coral with red bugs and then dipped it into Melafix to see if it really works. I can confirm that it kills isopods, copepods, serpent stars, and flatworms. It's supposed to kill red bugs and I'd be happy to test it with anyone that has them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 10, 2017 Author Share Posted February 10, 2017 I haven't personally found a coral with red bugs and then dipped it into Melafix to see if it really works. I can confirm that it kills isopods, copepods, serpent stars, and flatworms. It's supposed to kill red bugs and I'd be happy to test it with anyone that has them.The only reason I ask is because Bayer won't even kill red bugs and it kills everything! So, I was a bit surprised when you said melafix kills them. I'm all for testing though... Can I borrow some Red Bugs anyone? [emoji4] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 1 hour ago, FarmerTy said: The only reason I ask is because Bayer won't even kill red bugs and it kills everything! So, I was a bit surprised when you said melafix kills them. I'm all for testing though... Can I borrow some Red Bugs anyone? oh god, please dont work, i dont need a third dip..... or, please work, i love more processes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 I wanted to replicate what it would look like if you snuck into my house, grabbed a beer out of my beer fridge, and sat in front of the tank for 5 uninterrupted minutes before the cops came. [emoji14] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo662 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Much easier to just peek in the front windows... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 Much easier to just peek in the front windows...Ahhh, the classic creeper technique versus the breaking and entering. Good call! [emoji106] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo662 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Great video though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diesel3443 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I watched the whole thing, I'm not ashamed Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 I watched the whole thing, I'm not ashamed Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYou sir may have a problem! Take one of these and call me in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 End of an era! We're potentially looking at one more month of existence of this build thread folks. My wife and I submitted an offer on a new home. While it may be a bit early to start writing things in stone (we're still in option), I figured I'd let the ARC crew in on the events now in hopes of words of encouragement and also give everyone time to grieve early for when this thread is shut down. But realistically, shouts of jubilation will come pouring down from the mountains (or just Mt Bonnell) as this ridiculous thread will forever cease popping up anymore and I'll probably get endlessly tortured with Photoshopped pictures of me in mullets and with handlebar mustaches and other musings from our very own peanut gallery. [emoji12]I'll keep everyone posted and maybe start a new build thread to discuss my future plans. Take this post as a heads up too that everyone needs to start doing bicep curls and squats in anticipation of the day the old FarmerTy 215-gallon needs to be moved sometime at the end of March as I will need the help, considering I'll have a 2 week old at that time as well and be running on 30 min naps of sleep.So to all those that want to be a part of this historic moment, all those that want to help out because maybe I've helped you before, this is your moment to shine! [emoji41]Stay tuned... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo662 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 6 minutes ago, FarmerTy said: End of an era! We're potentially looking at one more month of existence of this build thread folks. My wife and I submitted an offer on a new home. While it may be a bit early to start writing things in stone (we're still in option), I figured I'd let the ARC crew in on the events now in hopes of words of encouragement and also give everyone time to grieve early for when this thread is shut down. But realistically, shouts of jubilation will come pouring down from the mountains (or just Mt Bonnell) as this ridiculous thread will forever cease popping up anymore and I'll probably get endlessly tortured with Photoshopped pictures of me in mullets and with handlebar mustaches and other musings from our very own peanut gallery. I'll keep everyone posted and maybe start a new build thread to discuss my future plans. Take this post as a heads up too that everyone needs to start doing bicep curls and squats in anticipation of the day the old FarmerTy 215-gallon needs to be moved sometime at the end of March as I will need the help, considering I'll have a 2 week old at that time as well and be running on 30 min naps of sleep. So to all those that want to be a part of this historic moment, all those that want to help out because maybe I've helped you before, this is your moment to shine! Stay tuned... Count me in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humblefish Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Obviously, count me in too. I've got a pickup truck that has moved many tanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 Obviously, count me in too. I've got a pickup truck that has moved many tanks. [emoji3]Alright! I got you on fish duty Bobby! [emoji12] You probably have a Batman style utility belt with chloroquine phosphate, copper, various antibiotics, prazipro, methylene blue, and other various medications ready to dispense as needed... Just remember to bring it! [emoji6] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I'll be there to run off with corals when no one is looking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 I'll be there to run off with corals when no one is lookingWhat happened to the live rock and coral crew? The sump and equipment crew beat them by 2 hrs already and the fish crew has been taking a nap waiting for them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 18 minutes ago, FarmerTy said: What happened to the live rock and coral crew? The sump and equipment crew beat them by 2 hrs already and the fish crew has been taking a nap waiting for them too. BIG eBay coral sale coming up everyone! Everything must go within an hour! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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