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Forum: Reef 11-22-2016, 07:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,440
Posted By tytown
So what do you dislike about the E5's? And what...

So what do you dislike about the E5's? And what do you think of the upgraded tube?
Forum: Reef 11-21-2016, 06:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,440
Posted By tytown
'Euroquatics E5X LED Lamps Will Be 25% Brighter' ...

'Euroquatics E5X LED Lamps Will Be 25% Brighter'
https://reefbuilders.com/2016/11/21/euroquatics-e5x-led-lamps-will-be-25-brighter/
I was recently looking at converting from T5 this boxing day but...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 07-19-2016, 03:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 761
Posted By tytown
2X ATI T5/LED Powermodule Hybrid Fixture (8-39W) - Calgary

Selling my two year old lamps. For me, these lights have set the bar for dependability and customization.

Last boxing day both lamps saw a fresh set of Giessemann bulbs and both lens covers have...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 02-10-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 736
Posted By tytown
Selling Reef Octopus BP2000SS Bio-Pellet reactor - Calgary

Looking to thin some gear out of my fish room here.
I have a reactor that I used for approximately 8 months before I upgraded my sump. When I did the upgrade it was easier to dose vodka than fit...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 01-07-2016, 02:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 868
Posted By tytown
Ecotech MP60 silent drive driver upgrade

I recently upgraded my (2) MP60 wireless drivers to the new Silent Drives and the difference in noise is amazing. From the usual HUMM and audible vibration it's now a quiet wisp with a hardly...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 01-07-2016, 02:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 554
Posted By tytown
I'm looking for Dragons Breath macro - Calgary

Anyone growing any dragons breath that can spare a healthy snippet? I used to grow the stuff like crazy and have been meaning to find a chunk lately but easier said than done.
Let me know, cash sale...
Forum: FOWLR 10-07-2015, 02:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 35,162
Posted By tytown
I'm a bare bottom guy. With the right flow and...

I'm a bare bottom guy.
With the right flow and a good sump/skimmer, I think your regular eras of neglect can go longer with less reprocussions! On the same note I believe a sand bed brings some...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 10-07-2015, 02:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 499
Posted By tytown
Calgary Fish room cleanup - misc supplies

I've decided to do some cleansing of supplies I no longer use in my fish room. I just don't use the stuff as I've honed into a simplified strategy for reef keeping. Quite a miscellaneous assortment...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-19-2015, 01:22 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,352
Posted By tytown
So it's been over 3 hours without the skimmer...

So it's been over 3 hours without the skimmer running and circulating pumps at around 60%.
I can't say as I see any ill effects but I'm not going to carry it on through the night. Maybe someone...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-18-2015, 11:00 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,352
Posted By tytown
An hour in and I see no noticeable change in fish...

An hour in and I see no noticeable change in fish energy.
Threw some nori in for fun and it was the usual frenzy.
Total volume is over 500 gallons so I'll give it another couple hours. My sump...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-18-2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,352
Posted By tytown
20 minutes in and no noticeable difference in...

20 minutes in and no noticeable difference in fish health.
-emperor is hanging below the feeder ring
-golden comes and goes through the rocks feeding on whatever it is as usual
-moorish is hanging...
Forum: Marine Fish 02-18-2015, 09:44 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 11,352
Posted By tytown
Interesting thread on oxygenation.... I suppose...

Interesting thread on oxygenation....
I suppose I should comment on my MI and his feeding habits to keep the thread on track before I get into the oxygenation.
At first my MI was all over mysis and...
Forum: Filtration and Skimmer Specific 02-12-2015, 02:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,798
Posted By tytown
Smile I can only speak for the reef octopus. Ive been...

I can only speak for the reef octopus. Ive been running an Elite 220-INT for over 6 months and Im quite happy with it. Though the Elite series has the new RO DC pump so I cant really compare to what...
Forum: Reef 02-10-2015, 03:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,570
Posted By tytown
Ok, feeling better about it tonight. I went at it...

Ok, feeling better about it tonight. I went at it again but with the approach based on people's comments and some other research and was able to get a spread of readings within the units rated...
Forum: Reef 02-09-2015, 03:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,570
Posted By tytown
Agree on the Elos PO4 kit, that thing is a total...

Agree on the Elos PO4 kit, that thing is a total waste of money.
So Wheelman and Craig, what are some typical values your phosphorus checker reads? And what do you expect it to read when you test? ...
Forum: Reef 02-09-2015, 02:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,089
Posted By tytown
I put 2500 GPH through my 400 and think its...

I put 2500 GPH through my 400 and think its almost overkill. Biologically, I think your turnover should be fine.
If your tank is newish, give it a few months and see if it clears up, if not then...
Forum: Reef 02-09-2015, 04:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,570
Posted By tytown
Just started measuring with Hanna ULR unit but...

Just started measuring with Hanna ULR unit but have trouble getting the same reading twice. I've almost gone through a pack of reagent performing multiple measurements between my fresh, mix, and tank...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 02-03-2015, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 934
Posted By tytown
Sorry for the delay fellas, Unfortunately...

Sorry for the delay fellas,
Unfortunately aquajeep none of your offers tickle my fancy. I am interested in anemones for trade, pumps and powerheads.....
Schun, I'm in Mckenzie Towne if you are...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 02-01-2015, 01:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 934
Posted By tytown
50 lbs live rock for sale SE calgary

I have some nice live rock for sale as I just shut down my QT. The rock has been in my display tank since and is at most 6 months old. Good shapes, Lots of nice Coraline, sponge, and critters. One...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 02-01-2015, 12:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,049
Posted By tytown
I bet it's fine the way it is. Tanks are...

I bet it's fine the way it is.
Tanks are tougher than we often realize.
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 01-23-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,730
Posted By tytown
Yeah, I've also been impressed with Ecotech's...

Yeah, I've also been impressed with Ecotech's customer service. I've seen 2 MP60 wetframes (different pumps and owners) become noisy and they had replacements shipped out asap both times with harldy...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 01-11-2015, 05:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,170
Posted By tytown
Moorish is sold.

Moorish is sold.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 01-10-2015, 09:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,170
Posted By tytown
Small miniatus grouper and moorish idol for sale (SE Calgary)

The Miniatus is 3" long and been in qt for a month. I love the fish but i don't think it's fair putting him in my display. I just don't have the room.
Asking 35 bucks.
I have a 3" male moorish idol...
Forum: Polls 10-20-2014, 05:12 AM
Replies: 10
Poll: LR in sump
Views: 3,056
Posted By tytown
Naa, I keep my sump fairly clean. Throw any bits...

Naa, I keep my sump fairly clean. Throw any bits and excess rock in the FUGE.
Forum: Polls 10-20-2014, 05:07 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,515
Posted By tytown
10% weekly

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