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Old 05-15-2011, 03:25 AM
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Default CYANO AND BUBBLES!!! !@#$%^&

Whats up with that??? Cyano is spreading and bubbles are apearing....is there ever a moment to relax and enjoy??? What do i do to get rid of these two things???
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Old 05-15-2011, 03:51 AM
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You need to improve your water quality, reduce your nitrates & nitrites, reduce feeding so there is no leftover uneaten food hitting the bottom of your tank & more water changes. What size of tank and skimmer do you have?
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Old 05-15-2011, 03:55 AM
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i have almost 280 gallons in my system, just did a 25percent water change and nitrites are zero.....i guess ill try to feed less but i dont feed much to begin with
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:06 AM
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Increasing flow usually helps. Also, make sure your lamps aren't too old.
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:07 AM
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Ok... What is you light cycle/ length? What are you using for lighting?
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:09 AM
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4 bulb, 2 whites 2 blues, moonlights from kevin....8 hours on...
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:17 AM
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Need to be a little more specific, I am guessing T5's. What make, Kelvin rating & age of bulbs.
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:22 AM
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T5 brand new 2 weeks old, not sure of the brand
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:23 AM
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Old 05-15-2011, 04:24 AM
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Same one he uses on all his tanks at the shop
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