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Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-08-2011, 03:45 AM
Replies: 15
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Posted By Melonbob
pm'd

pm'd
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-08-2011, 03:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,975
Posted By Melonbob
Would you consider shipping anything,...

Would you consider shipping anything, particularly the light?
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 10:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
Acrylic scares me, I've only ever had one 30g...

Acrylic scares me, I've only ever had one 30g sump out of acrylic and it let go and dumped on my hardwood floor..........):

I am going to keep my eyes open though, something will pop up.
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 09:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
Trust me, I got way thicker skin than these...

Trust me, I got way thicker skin than these boards put out! After being told on another board for 12 months I was a greedy bully because I was on strike only asking to keep what we already had, this...
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
I wasn't offended, thus the :wink: And I...

I wasn't offended, thus the :wink:

And I agreed from the start, two drains are better than one, but I wouldn't do in in an 80. Maybe I just feel 80 is already cramped after having a 180, and I...
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 09:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
I guess we'll just have to agree to disagree on...

I guess we'll just have to agree to disagree on this one...... :wink:

But I guess one could just put in four and fill up your tank with drains. It will look like crud, but will be extra safe....
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 06:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
Like I said two is ideal, but you only have an...

Like I said two is ideal, but you only have an 80g. The only tank I had two drains on was my 180. Never had a flood yet. A stockman standpipe has several holes in it, and a cover over the top of...
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 05:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
I somewhat disagree. Two drains are ideal, but I...

I somewhat disagree. Two drains are ideal, but I wouldn't give up the real estate in an 80g to drill another one. Put in a stockman standpipe on your overflow, and you aren't going to get blockage...
Forum: Reef 01-04-2011, 02:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,888
Posted By Melonbob
Hello! Welcome to reefing! I have owned several...

Hello! Welcome to reefing! I have owned several tanks over the years, up to a 180 gallon that I just sold a year ago when I relocated up here to yellowknife. If you have any specific questions I can...
Forum: Edmonton 10-01-2010, 02:27 PM
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Views: 1,161
Posted By Melonbob
Calling all Edmonton Vendors!

Hi there! I just recently relocated from Ontario to Yellowknife NT. I was very much into the hobby and decided foolishly to get out about a year ago, I've been regretting it ever since. I'm looking...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 09-30-2010, 01:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,729
Posted By Melonbob
I'd take it if you'd ship

I'd take it if you'd ship
Forum: Reef 01-31-2009, 05:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,352
Posted By Melonbob
Figured I'd add to your thread....... ...

Figured I'd add to your thread.......

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc287/Melonbob2/torontotrip004.jpg

Urchins rock, think i'll get another!
Forum: Fauna Marin Star Fire 11-16-2008, 04:18 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 14,627
Posted By Melonbob
Not trying to start anything, honestly, but it...

Not trying to start anything, honestly, but it sounds either like you already know around how much this is going to cost, or you're prepared for the worst. In your defense, there is a market for high...
Forum: Fauna Marin Star Fire 11-15-2008, 01:48 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 14,627
Posted By Melonbob
Great point, but I don't think alot of people...

Great point, but I don't think alot of people would take anyones opinion as gospel. Testing or not, I see grim's work as opinion, nothing else. What i'd like to see more of, especially with t5...
Forum: Fauna Marin Star Fire 11-15-2008, 03:51 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 14,627
Posted By Melonbob
I see your point, but people like grim, although...

I see your point, but people like grim, although flawed in their research, have no financial incentive for skewing results. Give a light to a dealer to test, and hes gonna sit down and go, "Which one...
Forum: Reef 11-06-2008, 03:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,862
Posted By Melonbob
Thats exactly my point, even a vette isn't 5...

Thats exactly my point, even a vette isn't 5 times more than a hyundai. I'm sure the BK is better, I'm sure its alot better, but I very much doubt it is 5 times better. Fact is, its a great time to...
Forum: Reef 11-06-2008, 02:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,862
Posted By Melonbob
So is a honda worth 5 times more than a hyundai?

So is a honda worth 5 times more than a hyundai?
Forum: Reef 11-04-2008, 06:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,294
Posted By Melonbob
what about the larger versions of the sfiligoi? I...

what about the larger versions of the sfiligoi? I am considering the 8X80W unit as it would be cheaper than replacing 14 29w bulbs in the constellation, and you are getting a higher wattage? This...
Forum: JL Aquatics 10-07-2008, 12:41 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 16,647
Posted By Melonbob
I'm from Ontario, so I haven't bought from you...

I'm from Ontario, so I haven't bought from you yet. I look at the site all the time though and I'm sure I will.

I would like to see quality dry rock such as eco rox, with interesting shapes and...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 09-28-2008, 05:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 725
Posted By Melonbob
Brand new mag 9.5/trades?

I have a brand new in box mag 9.5, I'm looking to trade off. I am starting up a 180 and need a couple powerheads, mag cleaners for 1/2" glass, long good scrapers, etc. Anything you can think of for a...
Forum: Reef 09-23-2008, 09:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,415
Posted By Melonbob
light

Not trying to bash individual reflectors, because they are definately the best setup for t5 lights, however, an individual reflector unit like the nova extreme will also do nicely for a wide variety...
Forum: Reef 09-21-2008, 02:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,415
Posted By Melonbob
lighting

Budget - 48" Current USA Nova Extreme Pro
- 48" Catalina Solar t5

Mid Road - 48" Tek t5, 6 bulb
48" Aquactinics tx5

High End - 48" Aquactinics Solar flare
...
Forum: Reef 08-28-2008, 01:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,262
Posted By Melonbob
Lighting

I want to go with MH lighting for the 180. I want to build a DIY canopy with some retrofit kits inside. Now I've been told everything from 3X250, 3X400, 2X400 with a special reflector to spread out...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 08-28-2008, 12:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,267
Posted By Melonbob
ummmm....in sump? HOB? Size?

ummmm....in sump? HOB? Size?
Forum: Ontario 07-25-2008, 03:17 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 21,147
Posted By Melonbob
sudbury too!

I'm from Sudbury too, and looking to meet more reefers in the area! I have a 46g reef, and a 50g predator tank. About 10mths into the hobby.

I'm also looking for anyone who might want to do a bulk...
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