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  1. 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
  2. The tank move and a few random photos:

    Update!
    I moved the tank on the 13th. It was only a 10 mile move, but it still took about 4.5 hours once all was said and done.

    Monti that grew onto back wall:


    Empty tank


    All the buckets!
    ...

    Updated 03-18-2011 at 11:32 AM by kayl

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    Tank Entry
  3. Japan's turmoil

    I know we've not talked about this on R.A. since it isn't reef-related, but I just have to say that I'm deeply saddened by the continuing news coming from Japan regarding the massive earthquake (biggest they've ever had), the tsunami, and now the nuclear reactor plants that are basically melting down for all intents and purposes. A volcano even blew out in the past day.

    I've been watching the news on CNN, and seen some videos shared via Facebook. It's frightening how quickly nature ...

    Updated 03-16-2011 at 01:44 AM by melev

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    News - local, national, & world