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I am intending to keep a very shallow sand bed and vacuum it on a regular basis so effectively it is like a BB system. I am a little concerned on preparation of the live rock however. Did those that went from DSD to BB "Cook the Rock" as such?

Hi I am considering changing my SPS tank from a DSB option to BB (or sand for aesthetic purposes only which would be vacuumed weekly) and wanted some comments from those that have already made the change in their tanks. 1. Are you happy with the change? 2. What have been the greatest benefits? 3. Are there any regrets? 4. etc etc I welcome all opinions. Thanks Sabella

I am trying to decide on the lighting for my Refugium and wanted some opinions. Should I go with T5's or say 2 x 175 watt MH? Fuge is 4 x 2 x 2 Thanks Sabella

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There is no one using the IKS Computer?

Does anyone use the IKS controller? How do you find it? Sabella

ATI make both the globes and the lighting unit however I think the lighting unit is not often imported. Is the Tek lighting unit a good T5 unit? Who supplies those locally? Regards Sabella

Hi I am looking to acquire an ATI T5 Lighting Fixture with 6 x 54Watt T5 lights, reflectors and globes. Does anyone know where I could purchase an ATI unit or a ATI T5 Retro kit? Thanks Sabella

Nobody able to offer any advice on this? Thanks Sabella

Can anyone please advise what is the best Co2 regulator with solenoid on the market today. At any $$ Also looking for the best PH Control gear available. Thanks Sabella

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Hi I am looking to upgrade my lighting system to a 400W 20K bulb and supplement it with either additional MH or T5 etc. Does anyone have an opinion as to the best 400W 20K bulb on the market today? Any help would be greatly appreciated Sabella

Once again a real master piece Did Anthony Calfo comment on your decision to change from a DSB to BB tank? Sabella

Even Slight changes to tank conditions can result in Skimmer needing to be broken in again or stopping of skim process. This information was detailed at Barr Aquatic Skimmer going "nuts": Sometimes a skimmer will start foaming like crazy. This is normally due to a water change that it is just reacting to. The skimmer can pull gallons of water from the tank in a short time. Using an auto shut-off waste container will shut down the skimmer in this event, and is highly recommended. Things that can cause overflowing: Water conditioners Dead animals Live rock additions Disturbing large portions of a sand bad Conversely, the skimmer may shut down and have no foam at all for short periods of times. This can be caused by: Putting your hands in the water (oil on hands) Feeding oily foods (Mysis, sardines, etc) Cooking oily foods in the kitchen- The air sucked in to the skimmer may pull in oil too. You can add a floss air filter to the skimmer intake to mitigate this if it is near your kitchen.

Is anyone familiar with with the performance?