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Forum: DIY 07-03-2011, 07:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,399
Posted By syncro
You could use a gravity ATO. Simply plumb a 1/4"...

You could use a gravity ATO. Simply plumb a 1/4" airline hose from the freshwater to a float valve (not float switch) in your sump.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-30-2011, 08:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,169
Posted By syncro
Hi Aquaria, Is the skimmer the Urchin or...

Hi Aquaria,

Is the skimmer the Urchin or Urchin Pro? What pump comes with it? Can you ship?
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-26-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,809
Posted By syncro
Thanks for the aqualifter Dave. Still...

Thanks for the aqualifter Dave.

Still looking for a vertical float switch - need one in the next few days. Thanks!
Forum: Calgary 06-26-2011, 05:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,974
Posted By syncro
Thanks everyone. I saw the blues ones at Big Als....

Thanks everyone. I saw the blues ones at Big Als. Will check out the other stores.
Forum: DIY 06-25-2011, 04:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,855
Posted By syncro
An external herbie would support higher flow rate...

An external herbie would support higher flow rate and be quieter at those rates. Asthetically, it is very clean inside the tank but I don't find it as appealing when looking at the tank as a whole. I...
Forum: DIY 06-24-2011, 06:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,855
Posted By syncro
Help with system design - 25g

Any suggestions/criticisms/tips/feedback on this new tank and sump design?

25g display tank (glass, low iron, polished edges)
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5031/5865909512_d8e92e0958_b.jpg
17g...
Forum: DIY 06-24-2011, 03:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,540
Posted By syncro
Thanks for the feedback phi delt reefer, monocus,...

Thanks for the feedback phi delt reefer, monocus, medhatreefguy and Lampshade. I'll go with a full size sump for now.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-24-2011, 03:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,809
Posted By syncro
Great idea Mike. Should be quiet too. I'll...

Great idea Mike. Should be quiet too. I'll consider a gravity ato... but i just bought a new controlller... :)
Forum: Reef 06-24-2011, 02:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,630
Posted By syncro
They are still alive and the algea is increasing...

They are still alive and the algea is increasing so I'm guess that means they are getting enough food. Thanks.
Forum: Reef 06-23-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,861
Posted By syncro
Books have better signal-to-noise ratio and are...

Books have better signal-to-noise ratio and are better organized than forums. I've found forums in general are a terrible way to learn (but great for community building, assistance and new ideas).
...
Forum: DIY 06-23-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,540
Posted By syncro
Fill entire bottom of stand with custom sump?

Any reasons why not?

There will be a sump chamber for an ATO reservior and the ATO pump (aqualifter) will be dry mounted above. There will be a few inches between the front of the sump and the...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-23-2011, 06:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,809
Posted By syncro
Ha! I may take you up on that Dave. I'm trying to...

Ha! I may take you up on that Dave. I'm trying to finish a sketch for a new tank. When that is done I'll drop by.
Forum: Reef 06-23-2011, 02:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,630
Posted By syncro
Feeding CUC in new tank

How should I feed my clean up crew in a new tank if at all?

Type of food / amount / frequency?

5g tank is 3 weeks old with 3 dwarf hermit crabs, a nassarius snail and a spiny snail. Tank is...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-23-2011, 02:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,809
Posted By syncro
abcha0s: What are the alternatives to float...

abcha0s: What are the alternatives to float switches? Tunze optical. Float valve? Timer? I've got an Apex on the way for control. Thanks for the good links and info.

wingedfish: I hadn't...
Forum: Tank Journal 06-22-2011, 06:26 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 28,486
Posted By syncro
Great color!

Great color!
Forum: Reef 06-22-2011, 05:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,552
Posted By syncro
There is a 48" T5 fixture for sale in the...

There is a 48" T5 fixture for sale in the buy/sell area:
http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=75991
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-22-2011, 05:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,809
Posted By syncro
LF: AquaLifter and float switches (Calgary)

Looking for a used Oscar/Tom AquaLifter and several float switches.
Forum: Reef 06-22-2011, 05:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,027
Posted By syncro
I read somewhere $8/month gets you replacement...

I read somewhere $8/month gets you replacement slides and access to their online service so you can remotely monitor your device.
Forum: Reef 06-22-2011, 05:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,552
Posted By syncro
Would two 24" fixture work? You could try these...

Would two 24" fixture work? You could try these Odyssea 24" 96w fixtures (http://www.aquatraders.com/24-inch-4x24W-T5-Aquarium-Light-Fixture-p/52303.htm) from AquaTraders at about $65 each.

Here...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-21-2011, 05:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,025
Posted By syncro
Thanks for the tips parkinsn and redcoral....

Thanks for the tips parkinsn and redcoral. Another user, viper, pm'ed me with a used unit.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-20-2011, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,025
Posted By syncro
LF: Neptune Apex Controller

Any available used? Know a good place to purchase online or in Calgary?

J&L Aquatics has them for $510 + shipping.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 06-19-2011, 08:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,123
Posted By syncro
Pm sent

Pm sent
Forum: Calgary 06-17-2011, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,974
Posted By syncro
LF: Porcelain Anemone Crab in Calgary

Has anyone seen these white spotted crabs in town?

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/114/310119778_e762546175.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/terong/310119778/)
Anemone Crab (Neopetrolisthes...
Forum: DIY 06-14-2011, 08:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,969
Posted By syncro
Funky_fish: Thanks! Unfortunately, the top is...

Funky_fish: Thanks! Unfortunately, the top is Ikea particle board. It chips when cutting on a table saw so I suspect it won't rout cleanly.

phi delt: Great idea. It would make a nice solid and...
Forum: DIY 06-14-2011, 01:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,969
Posted By syncro
Good idea Bill. I could add plywood around the...

Good idea Bill. I could add plywood around the edge and rout a channel. Could I get close to the dark, dark brown color with a stain? I'd also need to add a strip of veneer along the cut edge.
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