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BobC63 
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 Posted: February 25 2010 at 8:46pm |
I think you have a very good point in theory, Terence, but since we can't / don't measure for most trace elements in a home environment we kind of have to take the manufacturer's word for it as far as label claims on various trace element concentrations go.
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tileman
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Posted: February 25 2010 at 10:21pm |
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335G Reef
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http://www.advancedaquarist.com/2015/2/aquarium
ReefKeepers TOTM Feb. 2012
http://reefkeeping.com/joomla/index....k-of-the-month
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Posted: February 25 2010 at 11:20pm |
I have to supplement my mortons with 50/50 epson salt   PS FOR ALL THE NOOBS DONT USE MORTONS OR EPSON SALT THIS IS SARCASTIC
Edited by sanddune600 - February 25 2010 at 11:21pm
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Posted: February 26 2010 at 12:49am |
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Damn, too late...
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Todd
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Posted: February 26 2010 at 1:13pm |
I just stop by the State Road salt shed and get a shovel or two... 
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Mad Dawg
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Posted: February 26 2010 at 1:31pm |
I pick at the chunks of ice on my car. It's got lots of minerals in it and the salinity is close enough. Sure, I have to clean my filter floss more often, but it's well worth it. 
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Todd
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Roy
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Posted: February 26 2010 at 3:38pm |
Here is a link to a comparison of the elements in the different salt brands. http://saltaquarium.about.com/od/planasystem/ig/Guide-Charts--Tables--Diagrams/Comparison-Table-of-Primary-El.htm And for BMW Oil Brands  http://sandiegobmw.wordpress.com/2008/07/11/oil-and-your-bmw-which-is-the-best/
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Ryan Thompson
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Posted: February 26 2010 at 4:01pm |
 Roy wrote:
And for BMW Oil Brands
http://sandiegobmw.wordpress.com/2008/07/11/oil-and-your-bmw-which-is-the-best/
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Thanks for that link but I know what oils can be used in my car
I use Mobil 1 0W-40 myself.
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Ryan Thompson
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Posted: February 26 2010 at 4:03pm |
Here are some more salt links if you want them:
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Posted: February 27 2010 at 9:44am |
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I like to blend oceanic and instant ocean. One is higher is Ca but low in Alk and the other is higher in Alk but low in Ca.
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jcom
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Posted: February 27 2010 at 12:57pm |
Where are you guys finding the best deals on RC and Oceanic salt around town? I looked at the price of RC at a local shop last night and couldn't believe how expensive it was. 
I've seen it much cheaper at several shops and can't see how they could price it that high with a straight face.
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Ryan Thompson
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Posted: February 27 2010 at 1:09pm |
Reef Runners sells the Oceaninc buckets for like $55.
Last time I was at Aquatica which was months and months ago, they had RC for $50.
My Premium Aquatics order hasn't shipped yet so if you want me to bring you in a bucket of wither let me know. Shipping is only $10.
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Posted: February 27 2010 at 2:29pm |
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The best deal is when The Aquarium has their 10% off with 15% off on Tuesday coupons...with tax it is like $50 for an Oceanic bucket.
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Posted: February 27 2010 at 5:45pm |
thefu wrote:
The best deal is when The Aquarium has their 10% off with 15% off on Tuesday coupons...with tax it is like $50 for an Oceanic bucket. |
What is a Tuesday Coupon?
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Posted: February 27 2010 at 5:59pm |
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Get on their mailing list. They send out coupons every week. Sometimes the coupons are for dry goods and are 10% off but 5% extra if you come in on Tuesday.
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Aquatic Evolution
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Posted: March 04 2010 at 7:01pm |
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Our everyday sale price for Oceanic and Reef Crystals is $49.99! No coupons needed
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Posted: March 04 2010 at 7:53pm |
Aquatica wrote:
Our everyday sale price for Oceanic and Reef Crystals is $49.99! No coupons needed |
good to know i'll have to swing by,
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Posted: March 04 2010 at 11:26pm |
Originally posted by Aquatica
Our everyday sale price for Oceanic and Reef Crystals is $49.99! No coupons needed
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What about oil?
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Posted: March 05 2010 at 12:10am |
Ryan Thompson wrote:
Some dose everyday and others never do a freaking water change. That is like never changing the oil on your car. Stuff builds and needs to be removed and have some good clean fresh oil(water) put in to clean it up. |
I am one of these people. I do water changes every 6 months, whicIh means I have only done 1 since starting my tank after moving to Utah. I am not sure that your statement is "entirely" true, but for the most part I agree. I do feel that people can have a very stable and successful aquarium without doing water changes every week.
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Ryan Thompson
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Posted: March 05 2010 at 1:10am |
downhill_biker wrote:
Ryan Thompson wrote:
Some dose everyday and others never do a freaking water change. That is like never changing the oil on your car. Stuff builds and needs to be removed and have some good clean fresh oil(water) put in to clean it up. |
I am one of these people. I do water changes every 6 months, whicIh means I have only done 1 since starting my tank after moving to Utah. I am not sure that your statement is "entirely" true, but for the most part I agree. I do feel that people can have a very stable and successful aquarium without doing water changes every week.
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Oh I don't do them every week, maybe every 3 if I am lucky. I have read stories where people have gone 2 years and then wonder why their tank is going to hell. Or their tank starts crashing and when you ask for the maintenance they have done, they look at you like like you just spoke to them in Chinese.
Some people can get away with bi-annual water changes. You have the system to handle that. On my small nano though, I really notice it if I miss a month.
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