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Unread 08/26/2016, 05:05 AM   #1
Bluefish9
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Cleaning

Hey everyone
Im returning to the hobby after Hurricane Sandy crashed my reef tank. Im in the middle of building a 150g xh fowlr as we speak. My question is:

The tank arrived REALLY dirty inside (was sitting in the shop for a while). Whats the best way to clean it? I mean there is a solid layer of crud on the inner glass.
Is a mix of vinegar and water still the way to go, or is there something a little stronger I can use that wont leave undesirable chemicals behind?
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Unread 08/26/2016, 07:50 AM   #2
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Really.... No one?


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Vinegar and water is the way to go..


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Unread 08/26/2016, 08:54 AM   #4
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You could also use muriatic acid and water but that seems like overkill in this situation.


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Vinegar and water is the way to go..
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Unread 08/26/2016, 02:20 PM   #6
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Thanks guys. Just did the vinegar and water bit... Came out pretty good.


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