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Forum: DIY 05-06-2009, 08:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,269
Posted By Snaz
When bio reefs and trickle filters first took off...

When bio reefs and trickle filters first took off in Canada in the 80s we could not source bioballs, if we did find them for sale they were HUGELY expensive.

So some kid at the LFS recognized...
Forum: Canreef Nano Tank Build Contest #1 05-06-2009, 06:30 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 206,222
Posted By Snaz
Well techically any water not in the system is a...

Well techically any water not in the system is a leak. :lol: Glad your dry now and nothing but a wet carpet and little worry was the result. Great tank.
Forum: Tank Journal 05-06-2009, 06:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,563
Posted By Snaz
Here is a nice resource for Identifing hitch...

Here is a nice resource for Identifing hitch hikers:
http://www.chucksaddiction.com/hitchodds.html

Scroll down to SYNAPTID SEA CUCUMBER (medussa worms) I think that is what you have.
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 05-06-2009, 05:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,835
Posted By Snaz
If the 2nd test tube(blue) is Nitrite then you...

If the 2nd test tube(blue) is Nitrite then you are definitely starting your cycle, patience. Don't worry about hitch hikers dying or what colour your algae is, just sit back and enjoy.

Remember...
Forum: Oceanic Corals 05-04-2009, 08:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,452
Posted By Snaz
Outgoing mail server probably throttled your mass...

Outgoing mail server probably throttled your mass mailing so they did not spew out all at once. This is a good thing or you might have been black listed as a spammer and then non of your emails...
Forum: Tank Journal 05-03-2009, 10:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,982
Posted By Snaz
Nice ripple on the surface! Do you think the...

Nice ripple on the surface! Do you think the stock pump is any good? Most AIO the first thing that gets upgraded are the pumps.

Please borrow a camera, cell phone shots are not doing this beauty...
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 05-02-2009, 06:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,835
Posted By Snaz
This is a great DIY fuge light for the BC29 but...

This is a great DIY fuge light for the BC29 but you would have to pull the tank away from the wall.
http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=170506&st=0&p=1818210&#entry1818210

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Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 05-02-2009, 04:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,750
Posted By Snaz
There is a guy in North Van with a whole tankful...

There is a guy in North Van with a whole tankful he is trying to sell.

http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=52140
Forum: Tank Journal 05-02-2009, 04:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,838
Posted By Snaz
Good start!

Good start!
Forum: Tank Journal 05-01-2009, 09:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,687
Posted By Snaz
The Halide will evaporate all of the water unless...

The Halide will evaporate all of the water unless you come up with a DIY ATO. Leaving the lid on will cause the tank to boil. Lots of good ideas and DIY instructions on nano-reef.com. Good luck!
Forum: Lounge 05-01-2009, 12:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,039
Posted By Snaz
Hmm be very careful with peroxide. If you do...

Hmm be very careful with peroxide. If you do this I would ensure that the system is not sealed, it must be vented. As peroxide decomposes it releases oxygen and depending on the strength of the...
Forum: Tank Journal 04-30-2009, 05:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,679
Posted By Snaz
Thanks for the ID!

Thanks for the ID!
Forum: Tank Journal 04-30-2009, 04:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,679
Posted By Snaz
Nothing is quick with PC lights, slow and...

Nothing is quick with PC lights, slow and steady...

I am happy to see that my two frags of Monitipora digitata coral are growing under my blazing 56w of PC light.
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 04-29-2009, 08:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,976
Posted By Snaz
AIO - No external sump or plumbing.

AIO - No external sump or plumbing.
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 04-29-2009, 07:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,976
Posted By Snaz
Hmm good question. Probably. You will have to...

Hmm good question. Probably. You will have to consider that if your pulling water out of a chamber it may run dry and returning water to another may cause it to overfill. Tricky. An ice probe...
Forum: Reef 04-29-2009, 07:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,382
Posted By Snaz
What happens to the hobby when Big Al's teenage...

What happens to the hobby when Big Al's teenage employee tries to fish this out not knowing the dangers or you make a mistake and fall over dead? The headline will be:

Exotic Deadly Octopus Kills...
Forum: Reef 04-29-2009, 07:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,382
Posted By Snaz
Buying a rare/dangerous animal "Because it's...

Buying a rare/dangerous animal "Because it's already here" is the stupiest argument.

Big Al is going to see the sale of this animal that probably has a high markup and think well this one sold,...
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 04-29-2009, 06:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,976
Posted By Snaz
I have not used this device but the plumbing is...

I have not used this device but the plumbing is one pipe in and one pipe out. You will need an external or submersible pump and plumbing. I would use an Maxijet sumbersible to pull water out of...
Forum: Reef 04-29-2009, 05:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,772
Posted By Snaz
All in Ones (AIO) have an appeal for those who do...

All in Ones (AIO) have an appeal for those who do not like to see plumbing, wires, skimmers and all the other bits hanging off a tank. I'm not saying that you can't have a ground up tank look clean...
Forum: Lounge 04-28-2009, 10:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,354
Posted By Snaz
This brings up an interesting point. Let pretend...

This brings up an interesting point. Let pretend your at the LFS and you overhear an employee tell a customer, "Yes sir you can keep a school of tangs in your 15 gallon reef tank."

Would you say...
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 04-28-2009, 07:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,363
Posted By Snaz
Whew Hoo! Congrats. I look forward to the build.

Whew Hoo! Congrats. I look forward to the build.
Forum: Tank Journal 04-28-2009, 05:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,563
Posted By Snaz
The rock was well cured and it can probably...

The rock was well cured and it can probably support some fish but I thought a piece of dead shrimp or something first to ensure the system can break down waste. Any thoughts?
Forum: Reef 04-27-2009, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,179
Posted By Snaz
For my softie corals I prepare a solution of...

For my softie corals I prepare a solution of 50/50 salt water. Basically a cup of water from the tank and a cup of fresh and then a half cap of iodine.

I shake the hell out of the coral for 2...
Forum: Nano Tank Talk 04-27-2009, 02:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,760
Posted By Snaz
Nice video! Whats the music please?

Nice video! Whats the music please?
Forum: Reef 04-27-2009, 12:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,614
Posted By Snaz
A dog will eat a rotting steak, will he barf? ...

A dog will eat a rotting steak, will he barf? Probably. The point is an animal may eat rancid food but it is still rancid. Best to give your loved ones fresh food; scales, fur or a diaper they all...
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