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    Just went to store, very nice!

    Adam was very cool and the store is coming along really well. I made an 80 mile trip to see it, I can't wait until it is full blast. Already seeing some very cool fish. It's got the bones of a great store, let's support it so that all of us can enjoy it.
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    Best or biggest lfs

    Have 3 hours to burn, what is the best lfs for dry goods and corals?
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    Group buy for wp-25s?

    Are there any GBs running for Jebao WP-25s? Checked the thread and didn't see any, but have read some mention of it.
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    40b build - my first real build

    So here we go. I'm building my 40 breeder tank and I hope I can journal my whole experience here. The precept was simple, a 40 gallon mixed reef. Here is what I plan to do; Bought drilled rimless 40b with beautiful stand and light enclosure from CR. Had to drill 1.5" for new glass holes...
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    3 tier setup, DT to sump to basement sump and back...

    I wanted to explore the possibility of having my DT drain into my sump, and have that connected to a basement plastic tub in the basement. The rise from the basement would only be about 4 feet. and 3 feet from sump to DT I was thinking putting the top off in the basement, with the Kalk reactor...
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    Love the store

    Hooked me up beyond belief. Made me feel like a friend. Awesome service and prices that will make you think hard about ordering online. They get my business any time. Helped me with some baffles, a skimmer, and a sock holder, I really appreciate it.
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    Pulsing Xenia not opening

    I just got this beautiful pulsing Xenia from wildbill and it was opening until today. Now it looks kind of shriveled. Params are all ok and temp is 78. Did a 15% water change just in case. Any pointers? Low lights? Less current? Any advice is appreciated.
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    Hello, new member

    New member and new to reefs. Had fowlr tank before and started up again with nano cube 28. Scuba diver, lived about 12 years in Puerto Rico. Currently IT manager at state university. Love DIY stuff and new technology stuff like controllers. Tank pics may be a little colored, but it is dusk...
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    Need help ID weird algae-like growth

    Started growing in many rocks, no idea what it is.
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    Glass lid for jbj nano 28?

    I know a lot of people have these cubes, and most discard the hood. I want to either buy or have glass cu in the measurements needed. I was just wondering if someone else had a wheel invented. Looking for glass sources, measurements and tips. Thanks!
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    Any news on the new SuperNova system?

    I was reading the description and it looked really good. Do you have any more pics to share or news?
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    Need good local source of pods

    I would like to raise pods in a 10g I have with mud, chaeto. I do t think tiger pods are good strains, too fragile. I would like to buy local, as shipping is insane. Have plenty of chaeto and rubble. I live in Orland Park. Can you please help me find a good source?
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