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  1. 2" Overflow and Return Combo

    This is a great way to conceal an overflow and return line where space is a premium. I built this setup for a friend 4 years ago this spring. It is setup as a FOWLER tank and can be completely concealed with rock. It runs very silent.
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  2. February Pictures

    Here's a full tank shot from Feb 1. The right light had already cycled off.



    A few more random pictures.







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    Updated 02-08-2010 at 04:23 PM by melev

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  3. Seachem AquaVitro Salinity Review



    So I got a hold of a bucket of the highly anticipated Salinity, the first of three buckets currently available on the Central Coast! Here's what Seachem says about it:
    "salinity™ is a blend of salts specifically formulated for the reef aquarium that contains all essential major, minor, and trace components found in natural reef waters, but contains no toxic or non-essential components. Additionally, ...
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  4. Not tank related. But...

    IM AT THE HOSPITAL AND THE WIFE AND I ARE HAVING A GIRL. THE FIRST RA BABY (i think).
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  5. How I Won My Battle With Algea

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ID:	722Many of us have had the unfortunate experience of dealing with algae breakouts. For some these problems are a minor nuisance, but for others this problem can drive them right out of the hobby. In dealing with my algae problems, I became determined to educate myself with why I was experiencing this outbreak as well as how I could stop it and hopefully prevent it in the future. I hope that the experience that I gained can help others who are plagued by this nuisance. ...

    Updated 02-07-2010 at 07:19 AM by rwing

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