Recent content by allhobbs

Hi, I would like to get a Pistol Shrimp and Goby for my 28 Nanocube. How deep does the sand be have to be to keep a pistol shrimp? I have a Cleaner Shrimp. Will the two shrimp get along? Thanks, Mary

Hi, I am planning to move from a small Nano to a larger Nano this weekend. I want to move my sandbed which is 2 years old and has bristle worms and other good stuff. I also plan to move my live rock, but I want to add some dead rock that has been in a bucket for 2 years. It is clean and dry...

I am curious which wireless gaming adapters people are using with their ac3's I would like to use one with mine but just wanted a few opinions as to which one works best. Any and all opinions would be appreciated. Thanks, Mary

I am frustrated to say the least. I can't get my computer to connect to my aquacontroller. I have tried several times with no luck. I would love to pay some computer person to come and make the changes I want made and set it up so I can get to it from my lap top. I would also like to be able...

Hi, I thought people might be interested in this sand trade. It is being sponsored by RAF and it sound like a good way to get a little biodiversity. Thanks for looking:) Mary http://www.reefaquariumforum.com/raf-sand-trade-t4625.html

Marine Depot is having a sale on Aquamaxx bulbs. 30%off. That makes the 250watt DE bulb $49.00:) Just thought I would spread the word. The coupon code is MDMAXX

I have had an rbta in my tank for 2 years. It is beautiful and my clowns love it. I was warned by an experienced reefer that I would be sorry one day. I have started collecting some higher $ sps and they are doing really well! I got up this morning at 5:00 and when I peaked at the tank, the...

I found an on line store that has 250w Phoenix 14k bulbs for $55.35. Is this a good deal? Has any one used these and what is your impression of them if you have? Thanks, Mary

How much drop per foot is required for the pvc running from the overflow to the sump? I decided to put my clam tank a few feet from my main tank and need to make sure that it will drain to the sump properly. Thanks, Mary

Hello all. Hope you had a Great Christmas! My wonderful Hubby bought me a new tank for Christmas. It is a 24"x24"x12"high cube. I have been wanting one for my Clams which are out growing my 127 Tenecor. Now for the hard part. I want to plumb it into my other tank. I am not very technical...

I am planning to upgrade from my 7094 controller. I would like some imput from people that have either the 7095 or aquasurf. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each. Thanks, Mary

I think my fox face has issues. She runs from immaginary monsters. She has crashed into 2 large sps and broken them off:( She will get in a panic over ??? and race around and then hide with her camouflage on and her barbs out. She has been in this tank for 1-1/2 years and is friends with all...

I think I have some great news. I read on RC about a product called Aiptasia-x. I decided to try it. It is made by Red Sea and is a new way to kill Aiptasia. I have tried lemon juice, Joes Juice, Vinegar, Calc Paste, Peppermint Shrimp and Berghia Nudibranch. I have not been able to...

I am getting a 7 gallon bio-cube for work. I am going to run a cpr backpack skimmer. I was planning to keep a few softies in it, but would like to have a fish. I want a fish that will be happy in a small tank. What fish should I choose? Your input will be appreciated. Mary

My fuge has been set up for about a year. It is about 30 gallons. I have chaeto and caulerpa with a deep sand bed and miracle mud. It has a few snails and 2 peps living in it. There are lots of tiny brittle stars and pods and all kinds of kritters. I got my macro algae from 2 different...