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Forum: Reef 10-03-2007, 07:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,485
Posted By b_james
I think my panel is protected by a 100 Amp...

I think my panel is protected by a 100 Amp breaker. When Epcor was doing their test, there were no signes of shorting at the panel and meter, however the neutral connection at the pedestal located...
Forum: Reef 09-28-2007, 10:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,169
Posted By b_james
Are Serpant Stars Asexual?

Because I noticed what looks like two baby serpants, just saw there teeny prickley legs poking out from behind the LR. Looks to be about 2" diam. I have only had one serpant for about a year.
Forum: Reef 09-28-2007, 10:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,485
Posted By b_james
The fuge light is on 24/7 I found when I turned...

The fuge light is on 24/7 I found when I turned off the light during the day, my macro algea deminished. I still think the pods in my tank are eating all the macro. not sure where its going.
Forum: Reef 09-28-2007, 10:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,485
Posted By b_james
What do you mean by cycle the lights? I do have...

What do you mean by cycle the lights? I do have them on a staggard timer.
Forum: Reef 09-28-2007, 10:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,485
Posted By b_james
Power Consuption - Somthing is out of wack

I have been having some power issues for a while now. Back last spring I had Epcor come to the house on many occasions to run an analyzer on my meter as I was experiencing weird power problems. ...
Forum: Reef 09-28-2007, 09:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,262
Posted By b_james
Removing Colt/Kenya Trees from tank

Its time I have to cleanout some of my colt or kenya as they have been speading throughout my tank.

My question is, what is the best way to remove these from the live rock? Just rip them out or...
Forum: Reef 09-05-2007, 05:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By b_james
Thanks for your replys... In order to simplify...

Thanks for your replys... In order to simplify things, I decided to purchase a Bullet 3. This way there is no need to re-plumb or reconfigure anything. Also I can still use the bullet 2 as a...
Forum: Reef 09-05-2007, 05:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,825
Posted By b_james
I managed to 'suck' up a bunch last night during...

I managed to 'suck' up a bunch last night during my water change. I replaced the vacuum end of the python with the end of a baister to creat a hi velocity vacuum. It worked pretty good, however...
Forum: Reef 09-04-2007, 10:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By b_james
Skimmer Advise - Deltec, PM?

Hi... I am currently running a Bullet 2 skimmer feel that its time to upgrade. I am looking for something that can handle a heavier bio load. Also I am getting tired of cleaning the breckett every...
Forum: Reef 09-04-2007, 10:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,825
Posted By b_james
Peppermint Shrimp? How large were your Aptaisia?...

Peppermint Shrimp? How large were your Aptaisia? Some of mine are about 2" diameter
Forum: Reef 09-04-2007, 10:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,825
Posted By b_james
Device to SUCK up Aptaisia

Has anyone tried to suck up aptaisia off LR? I have used Joes Juice on several occasions, but they keep coming back. I feel that I have lost control over them. Is there anyother method to rid my...
Forum: Reef 05-10-2007, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,236
Posted By b_james
Fragging Colt and Kenya Trees

What started as 2 tiny little frags is now taking over my tank. What is the best way to remove som of them? Do you cut them near the base of try to rip them off the rock?
Forum: Reef 05-10-2007, 10:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,162
Posted By b_james
Cleaning Fuge - How much green should I remove

Every time I do a water change I'm never sure how much algae to clean out of the fuge. I have lots of cheato and grape cellurpa. Recently my sump has been developing lots of what looks like clumps...
Forum: Reef 01-25-2007, 11:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,176
Posted By b_james
I already tried the butterfly, unfortunatly he...

I already tried the butterfly, unfortunatly he only lasted about 4 days, as he was constantly harrased by my Scopa and Sailfin. I like the peppermint idea.

I havent counted but in one area I have...
Forum: Reef 01-25-2007, 07:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,176
Posted By b_james
How to control Aptaisa

I have noticed an increase of brown, long tentical anemones possibly aptaisa. A few of these are already about 2-3" diameter. Can anyone recommend a natural predator to these?
Forum: Reef 11-20-2006, 10:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,507
Posted By b_james
Thanks for the great links, Looks like I'm a...

Thanks for the great links,

Looks like I'm a victim of dionflagellates:cry:

Any other thoughts on how to control this stuff?
Forum: Reef 11-20-2006, 09:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,507
Posted By b_james
Something in going on in my tank?

I cant figure out whats going on with my tank, First off, Im having this problem with golden/brown diatoms that wont go away - its getting worse and worse. even an hour afer stiring up the gravel...
Forum: Reef 09-25-2006, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,632
Posted By b_james
I have the Bullet with the newer injector that...

I have the Bullet with the newer injector that has the clear acrylic beckett. My previous tank used a Bullet 3 (old style) skimmer that never clogged. The onlt difference is now I have quite a few...
Forum: Reef 09-25-2006, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,632
Posted By b_james
It dosnt look like calcium deposit, When...

It dosnt look like calcium deposit, When cleaning it out its like pulling out a huge 'lugie' - kind of like a clear slightly milky gel with the same consistency as snot. Thats why Im wondering if...
Forum: Reef 09-25-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,632
Posted By b_james
Why is my skimmer is getting clogged with slime.

My Bullet 2 skimmer developes a milky/clear slime inside the becket injector that greatly reduces skimming potential. :cry: I am having to completly dismantle and clean out the becket every 2 weeks...
Forum: Reef 09-22-2006, 06:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,842
Posted By b_james
I just noticed your from Langley BC... well I...

I just noticed your from Langley BC... well I was thinking you were from Alberta.. oops. I imaging your winters are'nt as dry as it is here, With that said you may need mechanical means to...
Forum: Reef 09-22-2006, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,842
Posted By b_james
You probably have condensation building on the...

You probably have condensation building on the windows because your humitity in your home is still high from the summer months. as we move into winter the relative humidity will fall to as low as...
Forum: Edmonton 09-15-2006, 09:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,984
Posted By b_james
I had a cleaner wrasse that lived a for about 2.5...

I had a cleaner wrasse that lived a for about 2.5 years with good success - He ending up getting killed by a mantis as he had a huge slash across his neck. However, he too would eat all foods I...
Forum: Reef 09-14-2006, 04:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,587
Posted By b_james
All very good ideas... thanks guys.. I usually...

All very good ideas... thanks guys.. I usually stir the sand everytime I clean the glass by moving the magnet very fast to cause enough disturbance to create a sand storm.
Forum: Reef 09-13-2006, 10:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,741
Posted By b_james
If your going to use the epoxy, the putty stuff,...

If your going to use the epoxy, the putty stuff, just keep an eye on your skimmer for a few days after. After using about half a tube, my skimmer (bullet 2) just about had a melt down, even with the...
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