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  1. RC = haters

    So I learnt today that posting a Reef Addicts link on Reef Central is apparently a copy right violation of some sort and you’re simply not able to do it.....who knew
    Dont believe me?...look! http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1994159

    p.s if you read my blog i did stretch the truth about how much i spent on RC so far...but hey I need them to pity me

    That’s all for now,

    Ohhh wait! Funny site! Okok so before I post this link know this ...

    Updated 03-20-2011 at 11:10 PM by baker.shawn

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    Random Thoughts , ‎ Humour
  2. Oyster feast feeding response + new FTS

    i went to the LFS today to check things out, i noticed they just got reef nutrition products so i felt compelled to try Oyster feast. overall the feeding response was great!! everything opened up nicely including my Acans. but then i noticed this unknow acro sliming like crazyy, more so around the base. just wondering if anyone knows what exactly is going on here, could it be to increase food capture?


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    Updated 03-08-2012 at 12:22 PM by baker.shawn

    Categories
    Questions - Need some input , ‎ Feeding
  3. RA exclusive: DIY LED fixture of fun (SOL rip off)

    After debating on what to do with my lighting ive decided to go LED id really like AI sol units but simply cant affoard 2 so im going to make 2 for the proce of 1 here is a simple sketchup i made just to get everyone excited, im going to need help from someone who knows electrical shortly so if you feel you can help let me know, when i get home from school today ill be posting some questions


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    Updated 03-19-2011 at 04:32 PM by baker.shawn

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    Electrical , ‎ Lighting , ‎ DIY projects
  4. DIY kalk reactor

    As many of us know Kalkwasser is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to add calcium and alkalinity to a reef tank as well as maintain pH in smaller heavily stocked aquariums and lightly stocked larger aquariums. about 6 months ago I decided to make my own reactor here are some pictures of the build process, if anyone has questions please leave a comment and I’ll get back to you

    --Materials
    (1) Acrylic tube 4”OD- 2’
    (3) ¼” acrylic 6”x6”
    Various scrap acrylic ...

    Updated 03-01-2011 at 01:10 PM by baker.shawn

    Categories
    DIY projects
  5. DIY LED fixture of fun (SOL rip off) part2

    LINK TO PART 1 (INTRO) -> http://www.reefaddicts.com/entry.php...n-(SOL-rip-off)
    Everything arrived today!!!!!!!!

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    My initial thought so far:
    1) These LEDs are REALLY small I expected them to be much larger, same with the drivers an optics
    2) Rapid led gave me adhesive rather than
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    Categories
    Electrical , ‎ Lighting , ‎ DIY projects