[WTS Ehiem Classic 2213]

Hi,

Need funds for equipment.

I am selling a used Ehiem 2213 (used for about 4 months). The unit has been washed and cleaned, and is still in good condition. Comes with double taps, 3m new Ehiem hose, the joints and connectors (old ones). In the media basket is 1 washed circular coarse filter pad. I will also include a box of Ehiem coarse filter pads (x2 pcs).

Selling all for $70.

Interested parties please text me at 91451707.

Thanks,

Andrew

[WTS Equipment]

Hi,

These are the items which are still available.

Fluval 2 series internal filter - $20

Ehiem Aquaball internal filter 2208 - $20

ADA Amazon substrate (unopened) - $30

Dennrle Depoint mix 120 - $30

As for the ADA substrate and Depoint Mix 120, the designated venue for collection is Bukit Batok MRT station.

Text me at 91451707 if interested.

[WTS Equipment]

Hi,

Need some cash to supplement spending on marine stuff, hence am selling some items.

3L CO2 tank 50% used, with manual regulator - $30

Fluval 2 series internal filter - $20

Ehiem Aquaball internal filter 2208 - $20

ADA Amazon substrate (unopened) - $30

Dennrle Depoint mix 120 - $30

As for the C02 cylinder and substrate, the designated venue for collection is Bukit Batok MRT station.

Text me at 91451707 if interested.

Thanks,

Andrew

[Suggestions for tank]

Hi folks,

Thanks for the advice again.

I've just done up the tank. Previously the sand and the live rocks were in a 1.5 by 1 ft tank. This morning, I moved all of it into a 2 ft tank. The contents have been cycling for 3 months plus already, there is both brown and green algae growth. But, I made an error in the specific gravity of the water in the initial stages. Hence right now I'm gradually increasing the SG of the water.

I'm facing 2 issues now. I am using the Coralife Hydrometer. I know nothing beats a refractometer in terms of simplicity of use and efficiency, but can the hydrometer that I am using be trusted?

Secondly, since I've already set up the main tank, I was thinking of doing up a 1.5 by 1 ft sump. Thing is, how do I get the output flow and input flow right? I've thought of using submersible pumps to transfer the water in and out for filtration. But this would add to the cost. Is there any better and economical way where I can sort it out? Frankly, if I had done up a careful plan of the tank, I would have gotten a 3ft tank with IOS or drilled to include outlet pipes.

Another way out of the situation is to use an external canister fillter plus a HOT protein skimmer. I would consider treading this path when all else fails.

Please advise as usual.

Thanks again,

Andrew

[Suggestions for tank]

Hi all,

Thanks for your prompt replies. I've looked through the forums, though not all the posts, and have seen several IOS as well as sumps. I'm working only with my 2 ft tank, and currently don't have sufficient space to create such a system.

Currently I have an ehiem 2213 external canister filter, and I intend to get a HOT protein skimmer.

Unless anyone has advice on creating a sump (where to get the tanks drilled and the the glass tank partitioned? I have a spare tank sitting around also.)

Please advise.

Thanks,

Andrew

[Suggestions for tank]

Hi,

Recently I've just acquired an external filter. I have in my possession a 2 ft tank and have been thinking of settting up a marine tank. I have also come across one of those hang on skimmers. What I have in mind is to set up the tank with 1 -3 pcs of corals and a few fishes with anaemone.

Any suggestions for a tank with such a combination. I will not be getting a chiller anytime soon. Please advice.

Thanks,

Andrew

[Hydrometer]

Hi folks,

I agree that a refractometer is the best and most accurate instrument, but I'm tied down by budget. I handled it in an aerospace plant, calibrating it in conjunction with some unknown liquid.

I'm having trouble getting the corallife hydrometer to work. Perhaps I'm not sure how it should be working. Can someone enlighten me?

Thanks,

a (andrew)

[Hydrometer]

Hi folks,

I'm new to the hobby, and am still in the planning and deciding stage of starting a nano tank.

Right now, am looking for a dependable hydrometer. No doubt about it, a refractometer is indeed an accurate instrument but I'm unable to afford one at the moment. I'm looking for a swing arm model manufactured by Instant Ocean. How does Coral-life compare?

Thanks,

drew

[Need Help Setting Up Nano]

Hi,

Andylee and Rapalla, thanks for the prompt reply. I hopped down to Jireh Aquarium earlier in the day. Was thinking of getting live sand and rock, but again left empty handed. I figured that I've still got many unanswered questions and am not sure on the setups. Anyway, is there any other aquariums where I can get 100%, good quality live sand and rocks especially in the western part of Singapore?

Thanks,

drew.

[Need Help Setting Up Nano]

Hi all,

I'm new to this forum and have checked out nano-reef as well as reefcentral.com. I've been drawn to the allure of nano-reef, as I think it'll be managable for me as a newbie. Right now, I'm just short of running out to the LFS and buying live rocks and livestock. But I've got a nagging feeling that I'm still not prepared for that.

Inventory:

2 by 1 ft tank

Rena internal filter

Air pump

PL lights

These are the items I have now, is it enough to set up a nano reef tank (with a low maintanence species coral + sea anaemone)? As for the livestock, I'm thinking of keeping 2 firefish, 1 cleaner shrimp and bicolour dottyback (with stripe across eye). I am also thinking of getting a small skimmer or setting up a refugium, using a modded hang-on filter.

I've been to Reborn aquariums but it's rather far as I stay in the west. Any other aquariums which are highly recommended?

I'll be buying live sand and rocks for the tank. Will be cycling it for at least a week before adding livestock.

Please advice.

Thanks,

drew