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07/14/2007, 05:01 AM
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Location: california rancho cucamonga
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Confusion
Since i have recently upgraded from 60 gl to 100 i am still confused on the right mix of additives to add
what would u guys recommend for max growth and health for corals coral vite? coral accel? calcium? iodine ? magnesiam? strontium ? is there something that i can buy that will take care of the majority of chores in one bottle how often to add chemicals and when >>??? i have a 100gl so curious and confused thanks for all your help ! your response is very appreciated
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100 gl reef tank over 25 species of coral lots of rock shrimps and crabs not worried about fish anymore 2 power compacts under sump multiple power heads seachem protein skimmer live sand and rock smaller 50 gallon octopus tank live rock and under sump loving it !! Current Tank Info: 100 gl reef tank over 25 species of coral lots of rock shrimps and crabs not worried about fish anymore 2 power compacts under sump multiple power heads seachem protein skimmer live sand and rock smaller 50 gallon octopus tank live rock and under sum |
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07/14/2007, 05:43 AM
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All I use is a balanced 2-part additive. One part calcium, the other for alkalinity. You can just use such a product like ESV B-Ionic or you cn make it yourself by visiting www.twopartsolution.com and reading Randy's article on there on how to do it.
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07/14/2007, 05:54 AM
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Just keep alk up w/ NaHCO3 (sodium bicarbonate), and Ca up w/ calcium chloride. Do 25% WC every month to replenish other elements.
Should be same as your 60g, but 40% more. Adding less is better--no additives (beside NaHCO3, CaCl2) is best. For max growth use 400W MH x 2. Get a calcium reactor, and you don't have to worry about anything--once it's dialed-in. That's what I use on my 65g.
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OK, but where does the meat go! ------------------------------------------------ 120g SPS, 125g mix, 56g FOWLR, 20g qt |
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07/14/2007, 08:37 AM
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Forget all the useless additives. Waste of money, imo. All you need is a balanced suppliment to keep your alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium up and in balance. Your weekly water changes will replenished lost trace elements. Please read the following...
 What Chemicals Must be Supplemented http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2007-04/rhf/index.php How to Select a Calcium and Alkalinity Supplementation Scheme http://www.advancedaquarist.com/issues/feb2003/chem.htm
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07/14/2007, 10:04 AM
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won't water changes also keep up alk and calc?
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07/14/2007, 10:29 AM
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If they are good to begin with , (good to begin with)what is in your tank ,and what are your calcium and alkaline levels.
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07/14/2007, 02:30 PM
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so far seagrasses, halimedia, snails graciella shaving brush.. sand and rock .. haven't tested for calcium and alk.. but ph is holding at 8.4 and I do weekly 50 percent water changes since it is a nano.
my thought that the water changes would always keep the calc and alk levels up.. but I am not certain |
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07/14/2007, 03:05 PM
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i know this isnt on topic but i just added a brittle starfish and a serpent sea star any known problems with theses species in reefs yes or no ???? i need something to sift the sand on the bottom of tank or something to eat waste any suggestions thanks
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100 gl reef tank over 25 species of coral lots of rock shrimps and crabs not worried about fish anymore 2 power compacts under sump multiple power heads seachem protein skimmer live sand and rock smaller 50 gallon octopus tank live rock and under sump loving it !! Current Tank Info: 100 gl reef tank over 25 species of coral lots of rock shrimps and crabs not worried about fish anymore 2 power compacts under sump multiple power heads seachem protein skimmer live sand and rock smaller 50 gallon octopus tank live rock and under sum |
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07/14/2007, 03:05 PM
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i know this isnt on topic but i just added a brittle starfish and a serpent sea star any known problems with theses species in reefs yes or no ???? i need something to sift the sand on the bottom of tank or something to eat waste any suggestions thanks
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100 gl reef tank over 25 species of coral lots of rock shrimps and crabs not worried about fish anymore 2 power compacts under sump multiple power heads seachem protein skimmer live sand and rock smaller 50 gallon octopus tank live rock and under sump loving it !! Current Tank Info: 100 gl reef tank over 25 species of coral lots of rock shrimps and crabs not worried about fish anymore 2 power compacts under sump multiple power heads seachem protein skimmer live sand and rock smaller 50 gallon octopus tank live rock and under sum |
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