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melindasreef · 07/09/2015, 11:09 AM

Hey guys. New to the saltwater reef world. Hubby wants a reef so I get to learn all I can and maintain one. yeeha! lol We had a freshwater for about a year before we decided to go salt. My sister in law has been doing this for over 25 years but she just recently started back up again so we are teaching each other.

Right now we have a 55 gallon with external canister filter, 4 powerheads (only two are on) and about 50lbs of live cured rock that already has mushroom coral on it.

waiting on our led light to come in and searching for a protein skimmer.

Mymain question I have right now is the water temp. I do not have the heater on. its been about a week since we set it up and my house temp is at 75 but my water in the tank reads 78-82. no lights on. just sunlight from my windows. not direct. ive have read so many posts that give variying appropriate temps. does anyone have an idea? is it 72-78 or 74-80?

NSady1 · 07/09/2015, 11:45 AM

I'm new here too but just wanted to say that I keep my house around 78 and my T5's are on from 2pm to 10pm daily. My tank has been at about 80-81 now that we are in the summer and gets to about 77-78 in the winter. Everything is doing great! From my research I have decided that I like the 74-82 range although I won't let mine get to 74 ever. Ideally I'd like my tank to just stay at 80. Can't wait to see what our more experienced comrades say!

Steve in Alaska · 07/10/2015, 06:13 PM

Hello all! I'm getting ready to start my first salt tank. It's a 52 corner bow front. I have NO IDEA what fish to buy, but have access to a shop in Anchorage where the owner is willing to walk me through. Any advice is welcome!

Tanks all!

Wet dave · 07/11/2015, 10:37 AM

hey all, my name is Dave Had to shut down my 4x3x2 with remote sump system, for a move from the UK to the USA. broke my heart to break it down, but I did bring the tank and stand with me.

Had to sell most of the equipment due to the voltage differences from the UK to here, but brought my vortech mp10 and 40 with me, and they both work!!

Just starting off small this time after a 2 year break, with a 2x2 shallow cubish tank. recently purchased the return pump, heater, rodi unit, and salt, but the ups guy broke the salt bucket in the back of the delivery van!! so no salty salty for me this weekend!!

captain dorey · 07/11/2015, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael

hello hugo welcome aboard

To Reef Central

Hi our names are Pete n Keeley. We have a great tank 29" wide by 23" deep by 24" high. we would love to have it as a marine tank with as much of the kit needed for it on the outside of the tank. I would love to say that we would only have the best for our tank and fish but that will only have to come over time. We would greatly appreciate any advice and guidance in our new community. Many thanks

shark565 · 07/11/2015, 01:03 PM

Hi , my name is Victor. I live in Varna, Bulgaria. I am a high school student and i have been i the aquarium hibby for around 7 years. I have been keeping a freshwater tank , but then i started reading about reefing. I sold my freshwater tank and now i am keeping a 6 gallon pico reef for 6-7 mounths. I am in a process of upgrading to 40 gallon AIO rimmless cube.

JCSpongeBob · 07/12/2015, 03:16 AM

Hello all my name is Janice. I have had fish in my house for about 10 years now. I started with freshwater then moved to Salt water and the Red Sea 65 gallon. About three weeks ago I had a 225 gallon delivered. I'm still trying to figure out if I want fish only or a reef tank. All the fish I have so far are reef safe except for my dog face Puffer. I'm looking forward to joining the RC community.

sid101 · 07/12/2015, 02:20 PM

Hi everyone, i have been in aquaria for a long time now and recently got the budget to get my first reef, right now i am curing the rock in a tub with a maxijet while my tank base gets delivered, the rock seems to be wild caught, got tons of things, mithrax grabs, porcelain crabs, tons of pods and worms, lots of polips, some zoontids brittle stars and lots and lots of things, sadly also got some very small (2cm) pistols shrimp and a coupls of green mantis shrimp, i got thos of the pistols (i thinks theres only 1 remaining) and one green mantis last night putting his rock in freshwater but the other one moves a lot so i dont know wich rock to pick and put in freshwater, right now the water smella really bad and lots of stuff are dying arround, do you think the amonia spike will kill him? i just saw him moving really slow like he had problems, the aquarium base gets home tuesday or wednesday so i plan on making more water ad moving the live rock and sand into the tank to continue curing, what do you think?

snorvich · 07/13/2015, 09:03 AM

Well, to all those who are new here . . . the old timers will do their best to help. I have been keeping fish since 1957 and reef tanks since the 1980's. (Yes, I know that is last century) And about 3000 hours under water diving and doing photography, mostly in SE Asia.

To Reef Central

Ogeos · 07/13/2015, 09:12 AM

hello everyone just started my first saltwater tank and this site has been great for info!

Cinderella911 · 07/14/2015, 05:41 AM

My name is Nichole and I'm from South Dakota. I have been doing a lot of research on setting up my tank (I only have the 55 gallon tank, NOTHING else). There is a lot of great info on here!!

reefbilly11716 · 07/14/2015, 02:41 PM

Hello All,

My name is Billy.
New to Reef Central, also new to S/W. but not new to aquarium's.
Currently I have a 29gal bio cube I picked up from a family local and they didn't have time for it no more. Been running for about 4 months now I have a oscilaris clown and a frostbite clown, a herald's angel, algae blenny, sand sifter, and I know a six line.
as for corals I have two different zoas, gonapora, frogspawn, calas I think its spelt right.

currently in process of building a 40gal breeder reef tank from ground up.

Thanks for all the info and help so far.

I do have a question regarding brown diatom. I cant get rid of it

fridaibarria · 07/14/2015, 11:51 PM

two weeks into the hobby! quickly building a reef tank and need all the help i can get(: trying to meet people who are willing to advise me through any questions i run into, currently debating on what type of tank i should upgrade to. cad lights or red sea?!?! my name is frida

gman 01234 · 07/15/2015, 09:24 AM

Hey there .. I am new to RC but have been in the hobby from 1994 and round about 2004 had to get ride of all my tanks thanks to the ex.. no I am coming back and starting with a 40 gal reef build. I am going to get the package from TBS and start there.. just wanted to say hi and will be asking for help in the future .. thank you for your time jerry in Wyoming

TylerRoth12 · 07/15/2015, 03:52 PM

New to the hobby and sight and am really learning alot by the help from other fourms and people.. By the way my Name is Tyler Roth i am starting the build of my 65 gallon 36x18x25 tank this week and am in need of some Adivce and help.. Thanks ALOT!!!

MD Aquatic · 07/16/2015, 06:32 PM

Hey People! Totally new to the reef scene but I have been keeping predatory salt tanks for about 20 years so I am hoping some of that experience will help me in my future plans.
Im currently starting a setup in a JBJ 45 Rimless. Below is what I have put in it.

Hydor Slim Skim Nano (Nano for Space)
Innovtive Marine Minimax AllinOne Reactor - Running Aqaumaxx BioMaxx Pellets
Standard Fluval Heater
Hydor Koralia Nano 425 Pump X2
Hydor Smart Wave Controller
Tunze Osmolator Nano ATO
Marineland C160 Canister for water changes and cleanings
Current USA Orbit Marine LED 23W
Media - Seachem Purigen and Matrix in both sides

Im currently cycling and have a medium deep live sand bed and 50lbs of scaped dry rock

lewisrhoades · 07/16/2015, 10:17 PM

Hey everyone I realized I joined and started posting without introducing myself. My name is Josh and I live in Olathe, Kansas. I have been keeping freshwater aquariums for 2 years now but recently purchased a solana in march and got it up and running. I'm still slowly stocking it, but I definitely am looking forward to one day getting a bigger tank to have more room in. Unfortunately I am a broke college student so I will have to be patient on the upgrades. I love this site and am thankful that there are so many people willing to answer my questions.

vooDoo213 · 07/17/2015, 02:11 PM

Just started my 90g DT with 29g Sump. First time reefer

Got this coral for free from LFS after buying a tang, can someone help me ID it?

http://imgur.com/gHKETH3

TankYouVeryMuch · 07/18/2015, 12:34 PM

Greetings. I've been a fish lover for over 10 years with multi tank setups (fresh and some saltwater) between 55 and 150 in size. I've spent the majority of my time in the freshwater (cichlid) arena and have only had a single go at saltwater in my 75 tank and Im attempting a comeback but taking it very slow. I have about 6-9 months (moving to a bigger house) to plan for my new setup so many of my posts will be to ask for guidance and perspective from those who are seasoned in the reef tank space.

Tanks

“I'll take crazy over stupid any day.”
― Joss Whedon

Raver · 07/19/2015, 02:04 AM

Hi guys, my name is Byron and I am from Denver Colorado. I started my saltwater passion three years ago and I have lurking on here ever since lol. I think its time to join the saltwater community. I hope to learn from all of you and share my experiences. Thank you.

Itzjackee · 07/19/2015, 06:46 PM

Hey guys, my name is jacky, i am from Boston MA i am new to saltwater community . Currently i have a 40gal breeder which is empty lol for now... but i am going to be doing my research through the forum and such to get all the infomation i need to start. im thinking about doing a sump also which i am really interested in looking forward too. thank you and have a nice day!!!

SEKOLAx216 · 07/20/2015, 11:26 AM

Hello All,
I am new to the saltwater hobby. I have decided to trade in my fresh water tank and give saltwater a go.I picked up a 75 gallon this past weekend and excited to get it set up after i spend a ton of money.
I have some pretty good guidance so i hope it goes smoothly.

I look forward to talking with you all.

-Scott

big guy · 07/20/2015, 05:02 PM

hey all im new to this site how are you all

jdjp · 07/20/2015, 09:10 PM

I have no experience but luckily i have s couple people i can question other than this forum. My name is Dylan. I live in hobe sound florida. Im hoing to be adding to the stupid newbe questions but i really try to resesrch a lot.

Thanjs in advance for youre time.

amygdala60 · 07/21/2015, 07:44 AM

Hell-o everybody. My name is Frank and I'm new to this site. We have a 29 gallon biocube of about 2 and a half years. Recently and fairly suddenly, a brown algae has made it's presence known in a big way first covering the gravel on the bottom and now just about everything else. Does anybody know how to get rid of it?

07/09/2015, 11:45 AM	#8852
NSady1 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Creedmoor, NC Posts: 15	Hi Melinda! I'm new here too but just wanted to say that I keep my house around 78 and my T5's are on from 2pm to 10pm daily. My tank has been at about 80-81 now that we are in the summer and gets to about 77-78 in the winter. Everything is doing great! From my research I have decided that I like the 74-82 range although I won't let mine get to 74 ever. Ideally I'd like my tank to just stay at 80. Can't wait to see what our more experienced comrades say!

07/12/2015, 02:20 PM	#8858
sid101 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Venezuela Posts: 12	Hello Everyone!! Hi everyone, i have been in aquaria for a long time now and recently got the budget to get my first reef, right now i am curing the rock in a tub with a maxijet while my tank base gets delivered, the rock seems to be wild caught, got tons of things, mithrax grabs, porcelain crabs, tons of pods and worms, lots of polips, some zoontids brittle stars and lots and lots of things, sadly also got some very small (2cm) pistols shrimp and a coupls of green mantis shrimp, i got thos of the pistols (i thinks theres only 1 remaining) and one green mantis last night putting his rock in freshwater but the other one moves a lot so i dont know wich rock to pick and put in freshwater, right now the water smella really bad and lots of stuff are dying arround, do you think the amonia spike will kill him? i just saw him moving really slow like he had problems, the aquarium base gets home tuesday or wednesday so i plan on making more water ad moving the live rock and sand into the tank to continue curing, what do you think?

07/13/2015, 09:03 AM	#8859
snorvich Team RC member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Outlander Posts: 40,953 Blog Entries: 46	Well, to all those who are new here . . . the old timers will do their best to help. I have been keeping fish since 1957 and reef tanks since the 1980's. (Yes, I know that is last century) And about 3000 hours under water diving and doing photography, mostly in SE Asia. *To Reef Central* __________________ Warmest regards, ~Steve~

07/14/2015, 05:41 AM	#8861
Cinderella911 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 2	Newbie My name is Nichole and I'm from South Dakota. I have been doing a lot of research on setting up my tank (I only have the 55 gallon tank, NOTHING else). There is a lot of great info on here!!

07/16/2015, 06:32 PM	#8866
MD Aquatic Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Wilmington, NY Posts: 49	New as can be Hey People! Totally new to the reef scene but I have been keeping predatory salt tanks for about 20 years so I am hoping some of that experience will help me in my future plans. Im currently starting a setup in a JBJ 45 Rimless. Below is what I have put in it. Hydor Slim Skim Nano (Nano for Space) Innovtive Marine Minimax AllinOne Reactor - Running Aqaumaxx BioMaxx Pellets Standard Fluval Heater Hydor Koralia Nano 425 Pump X2 Hydor Smart Wave Controller Tunze Osmolator Nano ATO Marineland C160 Canister for water changes and cleanings Current USA Orbit Marine LED 23W Media - Seachem Purigen and Matrix in both sides Im currently cycling and have a medium deep live sand bed and 50lbs of scaped dry rock __________________ JBJ 45 Rimless - running Matrix, ChemiPure Elite. Tunze 9004 IM Minimax Reactor - running biopellets, Tunze Osmolator, Ocean Revive Arctic T247. Current Tank Info: JBJ 45 Rimless

07/09/2015, 11:09 AM	#8851
melindasreef Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 1	Hey guys. New to the saltwater reef world. Hubby wants a reef so I get to learn all I can and maintain one. yeeha! lol We had a freshwater for about a year before we decided to go salt. My sister in law has been doing this for over 25 years but she just recently started back up again so we are teaching each other. Right now we have a 55 gallon with external canister filter, 4 powerheads (only two are on) and about 50lbs of live cured rock that already has mushroom coral on it. waiting on our led light to come in and searching for a protein skimmer. Mymain question I have right now is the water temp. I do not have the heater on. its been about a week since we set it up and my house temp is at 75 but my water in the tank reads 78-82. no lights on. just sunlight from my windows. not direct. ive have read so many posts that give variying appropriate temps. does anyone have an idea? is it 72-78 or 74-80?

07/10/2015, 06:13 PM	#8853
Steve in Alaska Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Alaska Posts: 1	Hello all! I'm getting ready to start my first salt tank. It's a 52 corner bow front. I have NO IDEA what fish to buy, but have access to a shop in Anchorage where the owner is willing to walk me through. Any advice is welcome! Tanks all!

07/11/2015, 10:37 AM	#8854
Wet dave Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Uk Posts: 1	hey all, my name is Dave Had to shut down my 4x3x2 with remote sump system, for a move from the UK to the USA. broke my heart to break it down, but I did bring the tank and stand with me. Had to sell most of the equipment due to the voltage differences from the UK to here, but brought my vortech mp10 and 40 with me, and they both work!! Just starting off small this time after a 2 year break, with a 2x2 shallow cubish tank. recently purchased the return pump, heater, rodi unit, and salt, but the ups guy broke the salt bucket in the back of the delivery van!! so no salty salty for me this weekend!!

07/11/2015, 01:03 PM	#8856
shark565 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 28	Hi , my name is Victor. I live in Varna, Bulgaria. I am a high school student and i have been i the aquarium hibby for around 7 years. I have been keeping a freshwater tank , but then i started reading about reefing. I sold my freshwater tank and now i am keeping a 6 gallon pico reef for 6-7 mounths. I am in a process of upgrading to 40 gallon AIO rimmless cube.

07/12/2015, 03:16 AM	#8857
JCSpongeBob Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 2	Hello all my name is Janice. I have had fish in my house for about 10 years now. I started with freshwater then moved to Salt water and the Red Sea 65 gallon. About three weeks ago I had a 225 gallon delivered. I'm still trying to figure out if I want fish only or a reef tank. All the fish I have so far are reef safe except for my dog face Puffer. I'm looking forward to joining the RC community.

07/13/2015, 09:12 AM	#8860
Ogeos Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 1	hello everyone just started my first saltwater tank and this site has been great for info!

07/14/2015, 02:41 PM	#8862
reefbilly11716 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 9	Hello All, My name is Billy. New to Reef Central, also new to S/W. but not new to aquarium's. Currently I have a 29gal bio cube I picked up from a family local and they didn't have time for it no more. Been running for about 4 months now I have a oscilaris clown and a frostbite clown, a herald's angel, algae blenny, sand sifter, and I know a six line. as for corals I have two different zoas, gonapora, frogspawn, calas I think its spelt right. currently in process of building a 40gal breeder reef tank from ground up. Thanks for all the info and help so far. I do have a question regarding brown diatom. I cant get rid of it

07/14/2015, 11:51 PM	#8863
fridaibarria Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 19	two weeks into the hobby! quickly building a reef tank and need all the help i can get(: trying to meet people who are willing to advise me through any questions i run into, currently debating on what type of tank i should upgrade to. cad lights or red sea?!?! my name is frida

07/15/2015, 09:24 AM	#8864
gman 01234 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: casper wyoming Posts: 21	Hey there .. I am new to RC but have been in the hobby from 1994 and round about 2004 had to get ride of all my tanks thanks to the ex.. no I am coming back and starting with a 40 gal reef build. I am going to get the package from TBS and start there.. just wanted to say hi and will be asking for help in the future .. thank you for your time jerry in Wyoming

07/15/2015, 03:52 PM	#8865
TylerRoth12 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 1	New to the hobby and sight and am really learning alot by the help from other fourms and people.. By the way my Name is Tyler Roth i am starting the build of my 65 gallon 36x18x25 tank this week and am in need of some Adivce and help.. Thanks ALOT!!!

07/16/2015, 10:17 PM	#8867
lewisrhoades Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Olathe, Kansas Posts: 103	Hey everyone I realized I joined and started posting without introducing myself. My name is Josh and I live in Olathe, Kansas. I have been keeping freshwater aquariums for 2 years now but recently purchased a solana in march and got it up and running. I'm still slowly stocking it, but I definitely am looking forward to one day getting a bigger tank to have more room in. Unfortunately I am a broke college student so I will have to be patient on the upgrades. I love this site and am thankful that there are so many people willing to answer my questions.

07/17/2015, 02:11 PM	#8868
vooDoo213 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 22	New Reefffer Just started my 90g DT with 29g Sump. First time reefer Got this coral for free from LFS after buying a tang, can someone help me ID it? http://imgur.com/gHKETH3

07/18/2015, 12:34 PM	#8869
TankYouVeryMuch Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 8	Greetings. I've been a fish lover for over 10 years with multi tank setups (fresh and some saltwater) between 55 and 150 in size. I've spent the majority of my time in the freshwater (cichlid) arena and have only had a single go at saltwater in my 75 tank and Im attempting a comeback but taking it very slow. I have about 6-9 months (moving to a bigger house) to plan for my new setup so many of my posts will be to ask for guidance and perspective from those who are seasoned in the reef tank space. Tanks “I'll take crazy over stupid any day.” ― Joss Whedon

07/19/2015, 02:04 AM	#8870
Raver Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 6	Hi guys, my name is Byron and I am from Denver Colorado. I started my saltwater passion three years ago and I have lurking on here ever since lol. I think its time to join the saltwater community. I hope to learn from all of you and share my experiences. Thank you.

07/19/2015, 06:46 PM	#8871
Itzjackee Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 4	Hey guys, my name is jacky, i am from Boston MA i am new to saltwater community . Currently i have a 40gal breeder which is empty lol for now... but i am going to be doing my research through the forum and such to get all the infomation i need to start. im thinking about doing a sump also which i am really interested in looking forward too. thank you and have a nice day!!!

07/20/2015, 11:26 AM	#8872
SEKOLAx216 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Parma, Ohio Posts: 1	Noobie Hello All, I am new to the saltwater hobby. I have decided to trade in my fresh water tank and give saltwater a go.I picked up a 75 gallon this past weekend and excited to get it set up after i spend a ton of money. I have some pretty good guidance so i hope it goes smoothly. I look forward to talking with you all. -Scott __________________ "If you are ashamed to stand by your colors, you had better seek another flag." Current Tank Info: 75 Gallon

07/20/2015, 05:02 PM	#8873
big guy Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: ohio Posts: 1	hey all im new to this site how are you all

07/20/2015, 09:10 PM	#8874
jdjp Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 111	new guy 80gal rimless I have no experience but luckily i have s couple people i can question other than this forum. My name is Dylan. I live in hobe sound florida. Im hoing to be adding to the stupid newbe questions but i really try to resesrch a lot. Thanjs in advance for youre time.

07/21/2015, 07:44 AM	#8875
amygdala60 Registered Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 1	Brown algae Hell-o everybody. My name is Frank and I'm new to this site. We have a 29 gallon biocube of about 2 and a half years. Recently and fairly suddenly, a brown algae has made it's presence known in a big way first covering the gravel on the bottom and now just about everything else. Does anybody know how to get rid of it?