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    FS/FT: ORA Gorgonian "frags"

    Mother colony was purchased as a 1" frag from Ali years back, it was attached to the ORA black plastic plug. It took up about an 1/8th of my 100g. Had to trim her back. I did the cuts about 4-5 months ago so the frags are well healed and growing. Great beginners coral. Smallest frag is going to...
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    FS: Black and White Ocellaris Clownfish

    I purchased from Age of aquariums about 4 years ago. $20. Eats everything and very healthy. Pick up in Orange. I tried to upload them but its been awhile!
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    FS: Melanurus Wrasse

    I've owned this wrasse for over 2 years. He's fat and happy. $25. Pick up in Orange. Also lookin for Cheato for a possible swap + cash.
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    Where to fill CO2 in OC?

    It's not for my tank but for a kegerator.. Where do you calcium reactor guys fill up? I'm assuming the quality is good enough for humans if its good enough for your tanks. Thanks. I'm in Orange.
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    Anyone using AquaMaxx Ultramaxx media?

    Been using BRS GFO for awhile and it works good but its not cheap. the HC stuff goes for like $60. I've heard of this product but I don't know anyone whos' used this stuff. anyone using this stuff? Can I finally ditch the BRS GFO and carbon for this all in one product?
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    Spectrapure RO/DI replacement filters?

    I'm using a spectrapure 90 gpd ro/di and its time to replace the filters. Spectrapure says to only use their filters.. Anyone have a cheaper suggestion? Where's everyone getting their replacements? I've been looking on ebay and I've seen them going for as low as $24 for a three stage...
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    Single drain with gate valve

    I've been reading around and putting a gate valve on a drain is supposed to help keep the sound down but Ive also seen you're supposed to have an emergency drain. I'd like to hear from you guys what you think. Is it absolutely necessary to have a second drain? I have a lid on the overflow box...
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    how deep is your drain line?

    I'm interested in how deep into the sump does everyone run their drain lines? I'm planning my plumbing in my 100g and I'm not sure if I want to have it 1" deeper than the sump water level or should I go deep than that? I'm worried about salt creep and having the bubbles 'pop' and making a mess...
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    Largest bubble algae award?

    Look at this monster. Anyone seen them this size before? It was attached to the back side base of a leather coral. I was amazed when I pull this out. Untitled by TheWeaz, on Flickr Untitled by TheWeaz, on Flickr
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    Cheato in orange

    I have too much Cheato and need to clear some out. Anyone need some? I can probably do 2 or 3 sandwich bags worth if interested let me know!
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    will these leds grow mangroves?

    Thinkin about breaking down my mangrove/frag tank to get ready to upgrade (wishful thinking). Would these LEDs grow mangroves in my sump? Im thinking I would attach them to the top of the cabinet. Bad idea? It looks like a cheap solution but i dont know much about lumens and such so im turning...
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    best media bags?

    Looking for something a little more durable than the cheesy ones from the LFS. The bags I got from my phosguard are amazing but since i switched to BRS GFO these bags are getting pretty beat and need to be replaced. Anyone know where i can get some re-sellable bags? the velcro is a nice but not...
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    Friend or Foe? ID please

    I looked on the hitchhicker ID page and couldn't find something like this. It looks like a really small tube anemone or some kinda filter feeder. Its completely white in color and doesn't seem to bother the monti its next to. Any ideas? its been growing larger since I noticed it about 4 or 5...
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    Just saying 'hi'

    Hey fellow Socal reefers. I'm Steve. I really never checked out the site much until recently it was suggested by a local reefer that this was his favorite site. I've got a cadlights 50g with a AA 16g plumbed together. Warner Marine MF-121 skimmer with a Radion hung over the 50g and a simple...
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    defeating bubble algae w/o emerald crabs?

    I've probably bought 7 emerald crabs in the last year and I'm yet to have one attack the bubble algae that I have. Its not crazy out of control but its definitely around for them to find. I've also noticed them chomping on other corals like my acan collection. Is there something else I can get...
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    Removing Maxi's from rock

    I have 3 maxi minis that need removed from my display tank. Ive read about freezing some RO and pressing the ice on the foot. Anyone have any experience with this? Any other slick methods anyone could suggest would be appreciated.
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