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I am having a real problem with my alk levels. I use API test kits. When testing for alk (kh) I can do 3 test in a row and get 3 differnent readings. Just had a test done at a lfs and they gave me a reading of 13 alk. Pretty high, which would explain some burnt tips. I just tested again with the api kit and got a reading of 8. Something is amiss obviously. What test kit do you guys use and feel is the most dependable? This is a 99% sps tank.

UPDATE,

So here we go....., so let me just quickly post that the DIY reflectors arrived, canopy installed. Its looks amazing. Pic are coming right now........



Reflectors are little dirty. I cleaned with white plan vinegar. It is clean like glass.

Some more about Reflectors.

I bought 0.6mm thickness Stainless steel glass finishing sheet, drawing given to the ...

Has anyone ever had a red Flame Scallop in your tank? what is there to taking care of it? There are a few for sale at my Local Fish Store. Always looking for a interesting animal to add to the tank.

Thanks Chris

We found a baby Hammer coral attached and growing on a rock in our tank. It was discovered after we removed the mother colony which was sold this past weekend.

It is in the center of these pictures.





It is the size of a little finger nail.

I was walking down the stairs this morning to walk my wife out and I turned the tank lights on for her to see it before she left for work. (daily routine) She said look at this; I had to take a quick picture. I mounted some frags yesterday and my Emerald Crab thought he'd check it out! Sorry pic small, don't know why I can't make them bigger but it won't let me for some reason.