Recent content by just dave

If you can't find the OEM pump,use a Aquarium Systems 606.

As it was explained to me. DE HQI bulbs are in a enclosed fixture for reasons other 'n to keep harmful UV wave lengths contained and filterd through the glass lens ( though that is one of the reasons.) It is because it must reach a certain operating temperature to achieve the correct color temp...

I used a second intake tube and some Lee's thinwall tubing.

I run carbon pad and Poly Filter in mine in such a way as to let it contact the water without having it forced through.

I've got a AGA 5.5 with three 32w PC bulbs. It has SPS and Clams. The light is not the problem,the heat is. I've got a Ice Probe in a AC mini to combat the temps and it works great.

No tricks. But because it's so small all the things get amplified. Make sure the temp is stable and evaporation is kept in check. I did make a little canopy and have two 7ws and a moonlight in mine. I also have a surface skimmer I made for the filter. I used a under the tank heater made for land...

Stability is the key. Here's mine. http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=32094

No idea but I've seen it alot and even have some in my .75. I find it to be desirable.

It's not Bubble algae (Valonia) and it's fine.