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SteveG66

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  1. Thanks, I just fragged the original gorgonian and placed it up top and around, again need to do some planning on the tank and corals....The peppermit shrimp took care of our aptasia early on, the hair algae went away, had a case of bryopsis ( I think) and that seems to be under control, it's not growing but still have the remains left. Need something that will eat it!!! It's a work in progress but keeping us busy and my wallet empty!!! Thanks again, btw, we'be been to PA a few times on Saturday, I can't get her out of the store.....a few of our corals have come from PA...Great people to work with for if anyone is interested!!
  2. Sorry about not updating this thread...we still haven't lost interest in this yet but I could see how easy it happens!! It's a lot of work and expense. We've lost a few fish from jumping but none in the tank, we've added a bunch of coral right now, she's more interested in the coral than fish and I'm ok with that, I have yet to have a coral jump! Upgraded the skimmer to a Tunze 9001, so far it's ok, just not getting the skimmate like I had hoped. Still enjoying the hobby, we picked up a few corals yesterday as a Christmas present for her, she's noticed the frag swap this year is on her birthday, so she's hoping to attend that. I took a pic tonight but will have to post later tonight, next project will be to secure the corals to the rock so it looks more permanent rather than hobbled together like it does now. Thanks for asking, Steve and Izzy
  3. MrsBugmaster: I have a used 34g Solana that I just purchased a few weeks ago, is there a way I can contact you? I'd like to ask a few questions of you since you have one about the skimmer and water levels. I can't PM you maybe because I'm so new? Thanks and good luck with the new tank!!!
  4. Thanks for your help, I'm getting closer to the game plan. Have a great night!!
  5. Thanks for the suggestions, this is probably a decent picture that will help you out. It's really dark algae....my apologies if the photo is too large, not that great at posting photos in forums. Thanks again for anyones help, it's always appreciated.
  6. Good morning, Well, a longtime interest is finally going to happen, I had an aquarium as a kid and my daughter is now interested and we have the agreement to do a small saltwater NANO. I am buying a preowned tank and setup that will need to be moved about 1/2 hour to our new spot. The unit we bought was somewhat neglected with a lot fo algae growing on the back and live rock, but the mechanics are functioning and the sand looks ok. Questions: Suggestions on how to minimize the stress on the fish and corals? I assume I'll siphon water from the tank into a bucket for the coral and fish in bags? Should I retain any of the other water? Sand: live sand should I keep or dispose and buy new? How do I get it out of the tank if replacing withiout scratching the glass? Replacement water: I'll have plenty of premixed, purchased from the reef, water on hand but how do I heat that much water up- house is around 78 degrees, is that close enought?? I suppose a 55 gal drum with a heater in it? The tank is rimless, are there any concerns I should be thinking about to make sure it doesnt split at the seems? How do I clean up the algae manually? Any chemicals I can use or should avoid? How much time do I have to get this all done? Any help and suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, SteveG and Izzy!!!
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