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Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 11:42 PM
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Views: 1,313
Posted By MikeInToronto
A few times a month. Generally speaking they will...

A few times a month. Generally speaking they will eat squid, shrimp, clam, and fish but some are picky so you will have to try a few things. You'll also find that sometimes they will like something...
Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 11:18 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 43,064
Posted By MikeInToronto
Restated: What would be the solution to water...

Restated: What would be the solution to water flow needs if you cannot have open intakes in the aquarium? Let's assume the overflow can't be breached in order to reach those intakes.
Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 10:50 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 43,064
Posted By MikeInToronto
I'd like to know what the solution is to a system...

I'd like to know what the solution is to a system that cannot have intakes in any other location but the overflow.
Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 12:59 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 43,064
Posted By MikeInToronto
Except that the sump isn't a separate unit; the...

Except that the sump isn't a separate unit; the tank and sump are the same system. The turnover rate should be a non-issue. What is important is that the overflow box is large enough to handle the...
Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 12:15 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 43,064
Posted By MikeInToronto
Agreed. Slowly we can see the use of closed...

Agreed.

Slowly we can see the use of closed loops falling out of favour because of the high energy costs and a number of other reasons (tank wall integrity, OMs, maintenance, etc). That leaves...
Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 12:27 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 43,064
Posted By MikeInToronto
To the OP, I believe the recommended rate is ~5x...

To the OP, I believe the recommended rate is ~5x but this is only what I read.

"I saw it on TV so it has to be true!"
Forum: Reef 04-03-2010, 12:25 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 43,064
Posted By MikeInToronto
I was with you up until this post, and that's...

I was with you up until this post, and that's mostly because I was having trouble understanding both sides until now. However, a tank + sump is a closed system. The amount of water running through...
Forum: DIY 04-03-2010, 12:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,785
Posted By MikeInToronto
I'll tell you two things. 1) There is very...

I'll tell you two things.
1) There is very little chance you will have a problem with the joints. It takes years and years before the bonds will break and more than likely you will have moved on to...
Forum: Ontario 03-24-2010, 01:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,974
Posted By MikeInToronto
Thanks for the replies. I got a quote from John...

Thanks for the replies. I got a quote from John and I also found one at Aquarium Services. I didn't end up getting one though. It was at a time when I wasn't sure I wanted to return to the hobby so I...
Forum: Ontario 03-10-2010, 11:05 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 55,354
Posted By MikeInToronto
I've noticed he's very opinionated (e.g.: vs SWC,...

I've noticed he's very opinionated (e.g.: vs SWC, etc.)
Forum: Ontario 03-08-2010, 08:13 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 55,354
Posted By MikeInToronto
I came to this site (and the other one) to meet...

I came to this site (and the other one) to meet local people. I wish I knew more people to bring here.

BTW, anyone who feels like sharing can PM me and let me know what happened at the other site....
Forum: Ontario 03-08-2010, 07:54 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 55,354
Posted By MikeInToronto
I was a member here many years back but either my...

I was a member here many years back but either my account was closed or I can't remember what it was (which is more likely).
I wish there were more Ontario people here. The advice might be the same...
Forum: DIY 03-07-2010, 11:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,234
Posted By MikeInToronto
You will want to use a primer (removes the...

You will want to use a primer (removes the "shine" from the PVC) followed by cement. The correct primer is purple and the correct cement is grey. These are rated for pressure-rated plumbing. There is...
Forum: Lounge 03-07-2010, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,454
Posted By MikeInToronto
I love how they say, "The glove and stick are...

I love how they say, "The glove and stick are priceless, but ... we'll give you $10K for their return".



This is exactly the case. On the black market they are worth more than $10K and to a...
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