When asking for help

MUCHO REEF · 05/21/2010, 08:22 PM

Often time can be of the greatest essence when there's a tank or polyp related issues. To help expedite a swift answer to a question posted here, it's really important to list all of your parameters including...

1. Temp of tank
2. All parameters including , Alk, PH, Mag etc and even Calcium in my opinion
3. Salinity
4. Is it a frag, colony, new addition, wild caught or not, shipped or pick up?
5. Have you made any changes just prior to or during the issue?
6. List the current/flow, even lighting when applicable.
7. Additives

As much info as possible including a possible picture could make the difference with one of the helpful reefers here assisting you with speedy help. Not being mean at all, but it can really make a difference. The people here really like to help.

Mucho Reef

MUCHO REEF · 05/23/2010, 10:01 AM

Forgot to mention, if you have something missing, damaged, altered etc, listing your livestock including inverts, will also help. Thanks

Dave VG · 05/27/2010, 07:30 AM

Good post these things would save alot of time and get someone help quicker.

Dave VG · 05/27/2010, 08:16 AM

This should be a sticky note at the top of every forum.

MUCHO REEF · 05/28/2010, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave VG

Good post these things would save alot of time and get someone help quicker.

I remember a few years back, there was a reefer who had a serious issue in his reef tank. It took nearly 5 days to get all the facts and by that time, it was too late and he lost a lot of polyps. If memory serves me corretly, it was merely a parameter which was way off. As much info as possible in the very first post and a quick follow up can make a world of difference.

I know, I talk too much. Shutting up now.

650-IS350 · 05/28/2010, 09:36 AM

Yeah that pretty much sums up the specific questions we would need. Good post Mooch.

MUCHO REEF · 05/31/2010, 07:51 PM

Thanks.

1sirjustis · 06/01/2010, 05:11 PM

good to know!

Friday Night · 06/01/2010, 05:21 PM

+1 Painting a picture before asking

MUCHO REEF · 06/02/2010, 06:44 PM

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1849325

A perfect example of how valuable it was to have this picture in this link above. It could have meant the difference between treating it for Zoa Pox...or nothing at all which is what happen. There wasn't a thing wrong with them.

Mucho Reef

TampaSnooker · 06/02/2010, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MUCHO REEF

Often time can be of the greatest essence when there's a tank or polyp related issues. To help expedite a swift answer to a question posted here, it's really important to list all of your parameters including...

1. Temp of tank
2. All parameters including , Alk, PH, Mag etc and even Calcium in my opinion
3. Salinity
4. Is it a frag, colony, new addition, wild caught or not, shipped or pick up?
5. Have you made any changes just prior to or during the issue?
6. List the current/flow, even lighting when applicable.
7. Additives

As much info as possible including a possible picture could make the difference with one of the helpful reefers here assisting you with speedy help. Not being mean at all, but it can really make a difference. The people here really like to help.

Mucho Reef

Pausing for a second to ask one's self these questions would resolve many issues before posting.

+1 on making this a sticky on many forums

MUCHO REEF · 06/05/2010, 10:43 PM

Final bump from me

MUCHO REEF · 06/09/2010, 08:23 AM

Final bump ....again

jjmcat · 06/14/2010, 03:21 PM

Bump .....Please sticky this thread Mods.

MUCHO REEF · 06/20/2010, 10:12 AM

Hmmm I agree

mhurley · 06/21/2010, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjmcat

Bump .....Please sticky this thread Mods.

Done.

Keep in mind, we don't see/read every single thread on the board, simply impossible. So just saying "mods please sticky" in a thread doesn't set off the Bat Signal for us to come and help

A PM or post report will usually get out attention far faster than bumping a thread.

Good info though. Thanks Mucho!

RokleM · 06/22/2010, 06:58 AM

And for those that don't know (as it's a common question), the

symbol on the left side of a post is the report button, and clickable. That's what mhurley is referring to.

jjmcat · 06/22/2010, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RokleM

And for those that don't know (as it's a common question), the

symbol on the left side of a post is the report button, and clickable. That's what mhurley is referring to.

I didnt know that.I guess I am still in old school mode.

A. Grandis · 08/01/2011, 01:17 AM

And the pics with the question!
They help us a lot when we're trying to help them.
We also learn a lot that way.
I wish many would read this before asking for help.
Cheers!!

Grandis.

MUCHO REEF · 03/27/2012, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MUCHO REEF

Often time can be of the greatest essence when there's a tank or polyp related issues. To help expedite a swift answer to a question posted here, it's really important to list all of your parameters including...

1. Temp of tank
2. All parameters including , Alk, PH, Mag etc and even Calcium in my opinion
3. Salinity
4. Is it a frag, colony, new addition, wild caught or not, shipped or pick up?
5. Have you made any changes just prior to or during the issue?
6. List the current/flow, even lighting when applicable.
7. Additives

As much info as possible including a possible picture could make the difference with one of the helpful reefers here assisting you with speedy help. Not being mean at all, but it can really make a difference. The people here really like to help.

If you have something missing, damaged, altered etc, listing your livestock including inverts, will also help. Thanks

Mucho Reef

Also, if you have an issues, concern, problem, question etc etc, and you've posted that concern here in the discussion forum and no one has answered it in a timely manner, do a quick search here in this forum. More likely than not, it has been raised before and the search will give you the answer or some direction or at least help you to formulate the question. Google is also a great resource for just about any reef related issue. I use it all the time.

Good luck

soldier.1102 · 09/14/2012, 07:10 PM

I have had some zooids for bout a year now they are opening and closing however not thriving or reproducing as much as I was hoping for them to be...
Temp of the tank is 76.9
PH is 8.1
Using iodide as a additive as well as a multivitamin which is strong i calcium
I also have marineland reef capable LED which push 10,000
any suggestions or recommendations?

A. Grandis · 09/16/2012, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soldier.1102

I have had some zooids for bout a year now they are opening and closing however not thriving or reproducing as much as I was hoping for them to be...
Temp of the tank is 76.9
PH is 8.1
Using iodide as a additive as well as a multivitamin which is strong i calcium
I also have marineland reef capable LED which push 10,000
any suggestions or recommendations?

I would suggest to open your own thread about it, please.
That way people will see the title of the subject and will be much easier for all.

Grandis.

hitecron · 10/30/2012, 08:26 PM

Yes, i will do that, and i hope it's not too long. thanks!

hitecron · 10/31/2012, 09:04 AM

and where do u post when asking a question. I tried a new thread and wrote about everything i had, was long, and i guess im not allowed to start a thread. Im a little slow i guess and need some help. Where do i go regarding questions about my protein skimmer?

A. Grandis · 10/19/2013, 01:19 AM

General message:
We always have to ask the same type of questions for the people who post for help. Params? Light? Maintenance? Dipping? Predators? Irritators? Etc...
That drives many helpers away because it's happening oven an over.
They get tired of it.
Would be great if before posting people could search and try to find what's wrong, search subjects, and posting all params and info they can about their systems.

Please help the people who wants to help you.

Grandis.

05/21/2010, 08:22 PM	#1
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	When asking for help Often time can be of the greatest essence when there's a tank or polyp related issues. To help expedite a swift answer to a question posted here, it's really important to list all of your parameters including... 1. Temp of tank 2. All parameters including , Alk, PH, Mag etc and even Calcium in my opinion 3. Salinity 4. Is it a frag, colony, new addition, wild caught or not, shipped or pick up? 5. Have you made any changes just prior to or during the issue? 6. List the current/flow, even lighting when applicable. 7. Additives As much info as possible including a possible picture could make the difference with one of the helpful reefers here assisting you with speedy help. Not being mean at all, but it can really make a difference. The people here really like to help. Mucho Reef __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

05/23/2010, 10:01 AM	#2
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	Forgot to mention, if you have something missing, damaged, altered etc, listing your livestock including inverts, will also help. Thanks __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

05/27/2010, 07:30 AM	#3
Dave VG Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northeast, Pa Posts: 3,129	Good post these things would save alot of time and get someone help quicker. __________________ Dave Current Tank Info: 40B Display, 40B sump/fuge

05/27/2010, 08:16 AM	#4
Dave VG Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northeast, Pa Posts: 3,129	This should be a sticky note at the top of every forum. __________________ Dave Current Tank Info: 40B Display, 40B sump/fuge

05/28/2010, 09:36 AM	#6
650-IS350 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 14,555	Yeah that pretty much sums up the specific questions we would need. Good post Mooch. __________________ * RETIRED FROM REEFING * Just enjoying the box of water from afar

05/31/2010, 07:51 PM	#7
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	Thanks. __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

06/01/2010, 05:11 PM	#8
1sirjustis Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: RICHNOND Posts: 356	good to know! __________________ 150 tall Current Tank Info: 90 gallon reef

06/01/2010, 05:21 PM	#9
Friday Night Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Walnut Creek. CA Posts: 2,438	+1 Painting a picture before asking

06/02/2010, 06:44 PM	#10
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1849325 A perfect example of how valuable it was to have this picture in this link above. It could have meant the difference between treating it for Zoa Pox...or nothing at all which is what happen. There wasn't a thing wrong with them. Mucho Reef __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

06/05/2010, 10:43 PM	#12
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	Final bump from me __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

06/09/2010, 08:23 AM	#13
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	Final bump ....again __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

06/14/2010, 03:21 PM	#14
jjmcat Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Tulsa Posts: 4,249	Bump .....Please sticky this thread Mods. __________________ Oklahoma Marine and Aquarium Society Support your LFS and your local club. Jarrod Lee Current Tank Info: 110 reef with a 55 gallon sump,3 metal halides

06/20/2010, 10:12 AM	#15
MUCHO REEF Registered Member. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,682	Hmmm I agree __________________ Anyone can build a reef.....the greater challenge......is to grow one. Current Tank Info: 70 gallon zoanthid, Palythoa and Mushroom Reef.

06/22/2010, 06:58 AM	#17
RokleM Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 9,687	And for those that don't know (as it's a common question), the symbol on the left side of a post is the report button, and clickable. That's what mhurley is referring to. __________________ -Eric-

08/01/2011, 01:17 AM	#19
A. Grandis Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Honolulu Posts: 3,418	And the pics with the question! They help us a lot when we're trying to help them. We also learn a lot that way. I wish many would read this before asking for help. Cheers!! Grandis.

09/14/2012, 07:10 PM	#21
soldier.1102 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: FT Campbell Posts: 58	zooanthids not thriving... I have had some zooids for bout a year now they are opening and closing however not thriving or reproducing as much as I was hoping for them to be... Temp of the tank is 76.9 PH is 8.1 Using iodide as a additive as well as a multivitamin which is strong i calcium I also have marineland reef capable LED which push 10,000 any suggestions or recommendations?

10/30/2012, 08:26 PM	#23
hitecron Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 12	Yes, i will do that, and i hope it's not too long. thanks!

10/31/2012, 09:04 AM	#24
hitecron Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 12	and where do u post when asking a question. I tried a new thread and wrote about everything i had, was long, and i guess im not allowed to start a thread. Im a little slow i guess and need some help. Where do i go regarding questions about my protein skimmer?

10/19/2013, 01:19 AM	#25
A. Grandis Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Honolulu Posts: 3,418	General message: We always have to ask the same type of questions for the people who post for help. Params? Light? Maintenance? Dipping? Predators? Irritators? Etc... That drives many helpers away because it's happening oven an over. They get tired of it. Would be great if before posting people could search and try to find what's wrong, search subjects, and posting all params and info they can about their systems. Please help the people who wants to help you. Grandis. __________________ Cartoon names + 1-5 polyps on white plugs = easy money!!! Really? Try to become a reefer, not a "plugger", please! Don't forget that LEDs are actually the shop lights nowadays!! Try HOT5s!