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Forum: Reef 04-23-2008, 07:21 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,495
Posted By fkshiu
The XM 175W 15K does have sucky PAR so I think we...

The XM 175W 15K does have sucky PAR so I think we might be onto something:
...
Forum: DIY 04-23-2008, 06:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,711
Posted By fkshiu
What's "UFA"?

What's "UFA"?
Forum: Pictures 04-23-2008, 05:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,737
Posted By fkshiu
Got 2 conchs and never had any cyano (knock on...

Got 2 conchs and never had any cyano (knock on wood) - go figure :)
Forum: Reef 04-23-2008, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,574
Posted By fkshiu
I apologize to the original poster for the...

I apologize to the original poster for the hijacking, but:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c197/fkshiu/PictureorVideo112.jpg

And here's Sanjay's results for 250W bulbs on an HQI ballast:
...
Forum: Reef 04-23-2008, 12:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,552
Posted By fkshiu
The guy who runs Salifert in the Netherlands,...

The guy who runs Salifert in the Netherlands, Habib, had some health issues and was MIA for months. As a result, the quality in some batches of test kits went south since it appears that Salifert is...
Forum: Reef 04-22-2008, 07:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,574
Posted By fkshiu
SE 250 HQIs use about 330 watts of electricity so...

SE 250 HQIs use about 330 watts of electricity so the savings are a bit deceiving. Using Lumenarc minis or Lumenmax reflectors should give you enough room to work with.
Forum: Reef 04-22-2008, 06:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,169
Posted By fkshiu
Sanjay's results: ...

Sanjay's results:
...
Forum: Lounge 04-22-2008, 05:46 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,613
Posted By fkshiu
Awesome dude. If you think reefing is high...

Awesome dude.

If you think reefing is high maintenance, get ready for parenting!
Forum: Reef 04-22-2008, 05:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,574
Posted By fkshiu
If you want simplicity, do a single 250w pendant...

If you want simplicity, do a single 250w pendant with a lumenarc/bright reflector and a 14K bulb of some sort (Ushio/Phoenix).

If you want max growth but still want colours to pop (and be able to...
Forum: Lounge 04-21-2008, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,061
Posted By fkshiu
Awesome coral orgy! ;) It's a sight that so...

Awesome coral orgy! ;)

It's a sight that so few hobbyists get to see in their tanks.
Forum: Ocean Aquatics 04-21-2008, 06:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,739
Posted By fkshiu
I agree with the others. Your competitor's "New...

I agree with the others. Your competitor's "New and Noteworthy" section is a fantastic as a teaser in marketing parlance. Doesn't have to be anything fancy. Just throw up whatever special...
Forum: Reef 04-21-2008, 05:47 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,495
Posted By fkshiu
Have you tried running carbon? Could be...

Have you tried running carbon? Could be alleopathy from the LPS/softies in a small tank.

As far as Marie's possible issues with CO2, the two possible issues that could be caused are a lowering of...
Forum: Reef 04-20-2008, 09:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,148
Posted By fkshiu
Look for Aquasafe on ebay. They're a local North...

Look for Aquasafe on ebay. They're a local North Van outfit. By no means "the best" out there but certainly good enough to deal with our lovely local H20.
Forum: DIY 04-19-2008, 05:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,967
Posted By fkshiu
Lee Valley or Princess Auto

Lee Valley or Princess Auto
Forum: Reef 04-18-2008, 07:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,759
Posted By fkshiu
bingo!

bingo!
Forum: Reef 04-18-2008, 12:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,635
Posted By fkshiu
Chris has given you a good start with that...

Chris has given you a good start with that article. Just follow the links therein or google "Randy Holmes-Farley" then get a comfy chair and a cup of coffee.
Forum: Reef 04-18-2008, 12:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,841
Posted By fkshiu
Just received a bucket of carbon from them and no...

Just received a bucket of carbon from them and no extra charges. That $10 flat brokerage rate that you pay upfront with shipping is AWESOME!
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 04-17-2008, 06:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 835
Posted By fkshiu
FS: 25 gallon tall (24x12x20)

Sold
Forum: Reef 04-16-2008, 08:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,024
Posted By fkshiu
I would get neither unit. Go with 250W MHs...

I would get neither unit.

Go with 250W MHs or a better quality T5HO unit and you'll never have to upgrade down the road.

Whether you go MH or T5 is a matter of subjective aethetics and your...
Forum: Reef 04-16-2008, 05:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,147
Posted By fkshiu
Here are Sanjay's results for 150W DE HQI bulbs...

Here are Sanjay's results for 150W DE HQI bulbs both with and without a 1/8" glass shield:
...
Forum: Polls 04-16-2008, 07:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,438
Posted By fkshiu
I try to stay under $100/month but usually fail...

I try to stay under $100/month but usually fail miserably.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 04-16-2008, 06:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,054
Posted By fkshiu
Clearing out pulsing xenia and blue 'shrooms in Vancouver

Xenia: $2 for a couple of big stalks or $5 for a mini-colony already attached to LR.

Blue Mushrooms: $5/frag w/at least 3 polyps.
Forum: Reef 04-16-2008, 06:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,294
Posted By fkshiu
Wavebox? Get external overflows. Externals are...

Wavebox? Get external overflows. Externals are better anyway if you have the room, but they are a must with a wavebox because you'll need a straight shot across the back of the tank.
Forum: Reef 04-16-2008, 05:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,147
Posted By fkshiu
Old school reefers actually would want MORE...

Old school reefers actually would want MORE evaporation - why? It allowed more the addition of more kalk. The need for kalk has lessened with the advent of Ca reactors and two-part dosing, but you...
Forum: Reef 04-16-2008, 04:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,243
Posted By fkshiu
I think UVs are good to have, but not essential. ...

I think UVs are good to have, but not essential.

The problem is that they efficacy is dependent on wattage and dwell time, so the best units are quite big. I don't think that the little UVs that...
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