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Forum: Reef 04-20-2008, 03:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,896
Posted By surgeonfish
I haven't seen any fuzzy crabs. My domino damsel...

I haven't seen any fuzzy crabs. My domino damsel likes to push new frags off the rocks into the sand. I have a nicy rock covered with microzoos that he constantly used to knock over. They are...
Forum: Reef 04-19-2008, 11:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,896
Posted By surgeonfish
broken tips on SPS

I was just wondering how often people see broken tips on their SPS corals? I only have two SPS corals and occas I will see a tip broken off or bent over. I have some larger damsels (which I can't...
Forum: Coral Master 04-19-2008, 09:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,649
Posted By surgeonfish
pm sent. I have to have one of those Green...

pm sent.
I have to have one of those Green digitata frags.
Shane
Forum: Polls 04-17-2008, 04:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,466
Posted By surgeonfish
I don't live close to any LFS. I try to order...

I don't live close to any LFS. I try to order supplies online only once every 2 months. Since shipping is usually free with purchases over $200, I know I spent about$100/month on supplies. This...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 04-15-2008, 02:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By surgeonfish
Thanks for the info. I already ordered some from...

Thanks for the info. I already ordered some from filterbag.com today. They have similar pricing. The nylon bags are twice the price (still half the price you pay at the LFS) but if you say they...
Forum: Reef 04-14-2008, 01:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,272
Posted By surgeonfish
CBB are not an easy fish to keep. The main...

CBB are not an easy fish to keep. The main problem is getting them to eat. I would not buy it until the ick is gone. Even then I would use a quarantine tank as it could come back when you buy the...
Forum: Reef 04-13-2008, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,445
Posted By surgeonfish
I don't think many reefers are putting anything...

I don't think many reefers are putting anything such as carbon in their filter socks. It would get too dirty and loose its effectiveness quickly. You would be better to put it in a separate mesh...
Forum: Reef 04-13-2008, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,743
Posted By surgeonfish
I also think running the RO/DI too frequently is...

I also think running the RO/DI too frequently is hard on the filters. I had to change my DI filter almost monthly! I now fill a 50 gal aquarium sitting above my sump weekly and use a Tunze...
Forum: Calgary 04-13-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,420
Posted By surgeonfish
Interest in group order for filter socks (Calgary)

Anyone interested in a group order of filter socks from filterbag.com from Lake Forest, IL?

I am ordering 7" x 16.5" polypropylene felt 100 micron filter socks with plastic rings. They are...
Forum: Reef 04-13-2008, 06:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,445
Posted By surgeonfish
They really need to go thru a full cycle in the...

They really need to go thru a full cycle in the washing machine to get clean. Rinsing them just won't get them clean enough. You could run it through the wash quickly each week. My tank splashes...
Forum: Reef 04-13-2008, 04:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,445
Posted By surgeonfish
I think I am going to stick with the majority and...

I think I am going to stick with the majority and use the 100 micron bags.
Thanks to everyone for their input.
Shane
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 04-12-2008, 08:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,475
Posted By surgeonfish
Anyone ever bought from filterbag.com?

I am considering buying filter socks from filterbag.com out of the USA. You do have to buy in bulk but they are 60% cheaper than in Canada. Anyone know what quality their filter socks are like?...
Forum: Reef 04-12-2008, 06:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,445
Posted By surgeonfish
Best micron size for filter socks?

What micron size of filter sock is everyone using?
I just got a 100 micron and 200 micron filter socks and I think the 100 micron size definitely cleans the water better. Would a 50 micron sock be...
Forum: Reef 04-12-2008, 06:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,705
Posted By surgeonfish
I have run a single TLF phosban reactor or two...

I have run a single TLF phosban reactor or two TLF phosban reactors using a single maxi jet 400.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 04-12-2008, 05:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,017
Posted By surgeonfish
Anyone ever bought from Filterbag.com? 28101...

Anyone ever bought from Filterbag.com?
28101 Ballard Drive
Lake Forest, IL 60045

They have over 50,000 filters in stock and have from 1-800 micron filter socks.

You can get 7" x 16.5"...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 04-12-2008, 05:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,017
Posted By surgeonfish
Their web site doesn't tell you if their socks...

Their web site doesn't tell you if their socks are 4" or 7" diameter. I am also worried as it states their hoops are made from metal. I think plastic would be better?
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 04-12-2008, 12:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,017
Posted By surgeonfish
WTB: 100 Micron Filter Sock with 7" Ring

Hi
I have just started using a fiter sock in my sump. I am using a 7" mount. I can find 200 Micron Filter Socks with a 7" ring but can only find 100 Micron Filter Socks with draw strings but not...
Forum: Tang & Surgeonfish 02-20-2008, 03:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 23,131
Posted By surgeonfish
Untamed Beautiful picture. Still one of my...

Untamed
Beautiful picture. Still one of my favorite fish.
Forum: Reef 02-17-2008, 08:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By surgeonfish
I would consider using a filter sock. I took all...

I would consider using a filter sock. I took all the foam out as I think it can cause elevated nitrates.
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 02-07-2008, 03:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,868
Posted By surgeonfish
Do they have a webpage?

Do they have a webpage?
Forum: Butterfly & Heniochus 02-07-2008, 03:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 17,509
Posted By surgeonfish
I tried everything under the sun and the only...

I tried everything under the sun and the only thing my CBB ate was blood worms. He never touched any of the aiptasia in his quarantine tank. After 3 months he was looking well. I then put him in...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-22-2008, 11:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,387
Posted By surgeonfish
I also have the PM kalk reactor and really like...

I also have the PM kalk reactor and really like it. The only thing you need is a timer to turn on the pump 3-4 times/day for 10-15 minutes to mix the kalk. It plugs into 1/4" tubing, and thus...
Forum: Reef 01-17-2008, 06:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,620
Posted By surgeonfish
I have used both. I used polyplab for 5-6 months...

I have used both. I used polyplab for 5-6 months and saw some growth in my SPS with no effects when I stopped (but did not stop cold turkey). I have been using zeo for >1 month and think the growth...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 01-17-2008, 06:22 AM
Replies: 7
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Views: 1,443
Posted By surgeonfish
fiance vs. tank. I don't know, hard decision.

fiance vs. tank. I don't know, hard decision.
Forum: Lounge 01-16-2008, 02:57 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 12,947
Posted By surgeonfish
Let me add my name to growing list to say I'm...

Let me add my name to growing list to say I'm sorry to hear about your news. Wish I could do something to help. We all need to keep our eyes open for these vandals.
Shane
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