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  1. My 40g then and now...

    Thought it would be cool to put up an evolution of my tank over the past year and a half. Started out skimmer-less and sump-less and with T12 strip lights. Corals come and go, algae blooms and fades. It's kinda neat for me to reminisce if you will Enough with the chit chat, sit back, grab a beer, cause here comes the photos, enjoy
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  2. Its online buying a good idea??

    Hey sorry if the questions sounds dumb, but I have never order any fish or corals online. If someone has, can I get some feed back on experiences and maybe a good place to buy from. Thanks...
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  3. Last day to protest proposed ESA coral ban

    If you haven't sent your thoughts about the proposed ESA coral ban, today is the last day to do so. Here is a form letter you can modify, prepared by Colin at Coral Morphologic and Julian Sprung. To submit go to: http://www.regulations.gov/search/Re...00006480a90b1f In the comment space, state that they should see the attached file.
    Gary


    To Whom it May Concern,

    I am a home-based coral aquaculturist writing to submit my misgivings ...
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  4. My fork in the road - Ultra Low Nutrient levels

    Marc, You have always been a great resource as I have gone through my reefing journey. You built my sump and have answered numerous questions for me. My tank has been established for a year and is thriving. Over the last three months I have been adding corals. So far everything is thriving, although I have had some algee issues - which i hope are gone for good now. In taking my reef to the next level, I feel like I have a decision to make and have no idea which way to go.

    I ...
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  5. 12 Hour Plumbing Session for my New 300 Gallon Custom & Work Sink!!!

    Howdy Everyone,

    I just thought I would post another update for my new setup! This is part 1 of 2 for plumbing! I do not think the next session will take 12 hours, but you never know!


    I also want to thank my good friend Ryan Vickers, Owner of Aquatic Dreams - http://www.aquaticdreamer.com/ - The only LFS I use. Ryan is mastermind behind all of this! (Or at least that is what I tell my wife!) He is more than some guy that owns a LFS he is a down to earth honest ...

    Updated 04-15-2010 at 11:49 PM by TechETS

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