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Forum: Reef 01-02-2012, 02:50 AM
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Posted By mike31154
Going with those numbers (173 TDS feed & 22 TDS...

Going with those numbers (173 TDS feed & 22 TDS RO) your membrane rejection rate is 87%, well below the rating I reckon.
Forum: Reef 01-02-2012, 02:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,407
Posted By mike31154
You need to establish some sort of baseline to...

You need to establish some sort of baseline to find out if your system is in need of maintenance. It's a good idea to do this when it's new, or after the main components such as RO membrane are...
Forum: Reef 01-01-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,561
Posted By mike31154
Don't think too many people in marine hobby use...

Don't think too many people in marine hobby use UV water treatment, but the vast majority do use RODI water for mixing fresh SW & top up. Given the choice between spending $500 on UV treatment as...
Forum: Lounge 01-01-2012, 08:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,815
Posted By mike31154
Depending on what inputs your TV has & how close...

Depending on what inputs your TV has & how close your computer is to it, you may be able to simply use the TV as your computer monitor & play the movie on your computer while watching the TV/monitor....
Forum: DIY 01-01-2012, 05:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,652
Posted By mike31154
Ya, don't be burnin' any of that stuff. If you...

Ya, don't be burnin' any of that stuff. If you folks have too much cedar on your hands, throw some my way, red, yellow, purple, whatever. I've been itching to build another boat, a kayak this time......
Forum: Reef 12-31-2011, 11:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,611
Posted By mike31154
I have no personal experience with the Kessil but...

I have no personal experience with the Kessil but did some checking & it doesn't appear to be dimmable out of the box. So that would be a con if you're looking for such a feature. The power supply...
Forum: Reef 12-31-2011, 10:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,113
Posted By mike31154
Aha, because I like the rejection rate of my...

Aha, because I like the rejection rate of my 75gpd membrane & with a little planning, I'm generally not short of fresh water. Rather save on DI media with better rejection rate over increased...
Forum: Reef 12-31-2011, 10:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,113
Posted By mike31154
The PRV I was referring to in my post is in my...

The PRV I was referring to in my post is in my home plumbing, I do not have a booster pump. City pressure to my house is generally between 110 & 120 psi. My residential tax dollars at work, there be...
Forum: Reef 12-31-2011, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,113
Posted By mike31154
Hmm, I have the PRV (pressure reducing valve) in...

Hmm, I have the PRV (pressure reducing valve) in my house plumbing tweaked to provide a pressure to my RODI in the neighbourhood of 90 psi as well. Wasn't aware that clear filter housings were weaker...
Forum: Reef 12-31-2011, 04:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,611
Posted By mike31154
There are several other relatively new players in...

There are several other relatively new players in the LED game worth a look. From what I've read so far the two I've provided links to below, have done extensive research & offer design innovations...
Forum: Reef 12-31-2011, 03:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,561
Posted By mike31154
Perhaps not, unless you really wish to spend...

Perhaps not, unless you really wish to spend money on a newer, larger tank. IME, tank ends up being least of cost in the hobby in the long run, but every little saving helps, so up to you.

If...
Forum: DIY 12-29-2011, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,019
Posted By mike31154
When looking at price for DIY vs manufactured,...

When looking at price for DIY vs manufactured, don't forget that many of the newer fixtures available now come with the sort of controllability & software that is beyond the ability of the average...
Forum: Reef 12-20-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,909
Posted By mike31154
I take it you're using the canister output as a...

I take it you're using the canister output as a flow supplement? I have a Rena XP canister running carbon on my system & while the nozzle does provide a bit of flow, the bulk of my water movement is...
Forum: Reef 12-17-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,388
Posted By mike31154
Are you talking loose residue or stuff that coats...

Are you talking loose residue or stuff that coats your mixing container? Also, how long are you waiting before use and what are you using to mix the batch? Batch size?

I generally mix close to 25...
Forum: Reef 12-17-2011, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,761
Posted By mike31154
So flashing red/green means stall error &...

So flashing red/green means stall error & resolution is to clean wetside & ensure no obstructions blocking wet or dry side. If problem persists, contact EcoTech. Not sure what you're referring to...
Forum: Lounge 12-17-2011, 02:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,726
Posted By mike31154
Home Depot in Vernon carries Par 38 LED floods in...

Home Depot in Vernon carries Par 38 LED floods in various sizes so surely any GVRD HD will have them as well. Nothing wrong with european & fcc certifications either, all pretty much the same. As far...
Forum: Lounge 12-14-2011, 02:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,859
Posted By mike31154
A bit analogous of the original eBay rating...

A bit analogous of the original eBay rating system. They have since changed it so buyers can't be given negative feedback, so sellers are at buyer's mercy with little opportunity for a response if...
Forum: Lounge 12-14-2011, 05:24 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,859
Posted By mike31154
Hmm, sometimes I hate it when I notice stuff like...

Hmm, sometimes I hate it when I notice stuff like this. Think I might have to start using "Invisible Mode". Just wanna be an ordinary schmoe & post in peace man & if I'm out of line, gimme a smack....
Forum: Reef 12-14-2011, 03:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,015
Posted By mike31154
Also brings to mind the saying 'bunged up'. But...

Also brings to mind the saying 'bunged up'. But it's probably best not to elaborate too much on that!! Not sure bung is actually an appropriate term for the plastic barrels since the caps are...
Forum: Lounge 12-13-2011, 03:32 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,859
Posted By mike31154
Dang, I guess I'll have to live with being...

Dang, I guess I'll have to live with being distinguished, even though I don't think I really am! Alternative would be to jump in on that newly created SWC thread, post something nasty & see what...
Forum: Lounge 12-13-2011, 03:10 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,859
Posted By mike31154
Little Green Box Under Post Count?

Just noticed this 'reputataion' feature today & when pointer hovers over it, something about being 'on a distinguished road'. Also noticed that some of them are blacked out & when hover pointer, the...
Forum: Reef 12-13-2011, 01:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,825
Posted By mike31154
I purchased my current 77 gal setup from a lady...

I purchased my current 77 gal setup from a lady in Richmond & transported the whole works here to Vernon in a station wagon during the winter. Total aquarium newb at the time, except for some online...
Forum: Reef 12-11-2011, 06:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,960
Posted By mike31154
Yes, great tactic. If you have an AquaClear...

Yes, great tactic. If you have an AquaClear powerhead (quite similar to MaxiJet), there are cylindrical filter adapters designed as an accessory that would work much the same. They fit various sizes...
Forum: Marine Fish 12-11-2011, 06:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,892
Posted By mike31154
Comes down to that when adding livestock there's...

Comes down to that when adding livestock there's no simple or one size fits all solution in salt water. Don't know about fresh, never had a freshwater system. Such a variety of species available with...
Forum: Product Review and Equipment Forum 12-11-2011, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,914
Posted By mike31154
I have two 150 watt Stealth heaters in my 77 &...

I have two 150 watt Stealth heaters in my 77 & they've been reliable for me. Yes, these are the ones which are the subject of many disaster threads regarding heaters. I think mine are the older made...
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