Recent content by Sparky312

Hey guys, I just learned a pretty cool trick for better pictures with an iPhone, for cheapskates like me without nice cameras. It will get a better blue balance. What you do is point the phone at your tank before you open the camera app (instead of opening the camera and then pointing it at...

Hey guys -- I have a couple pieces about to grow into each other and touch, wondering if I should do something... I can't seem to get a good picture so I'll just describe: #1 Pink Lemonade acro -- still in the frag stage, its encrusted base is like 1.5 inches across and its finally just...

Looking for a sand sifting goby. Basically looking for a fish to keep my sand nice and clean. I like the goldenheaded sleeper goby, but I have read they tend to take the sand up high and drop it all over the place. Diamond watchman goby seems to be better for staying close to the sandbed...

What would you guys suggest for a basic entry-level camera for taking pictures of my tank/corals? Not looking to spend an arm and a leg, but upgrade from my iPhone. I know nothing about photography so looking for input on brands, essential features and things to look for when I shop. Color...

Guys help me out please. I saw the other thread about RO units and it made me think of this problem/question I have. I bought a unit several months ago from somebody on here -- he told me only the DI needed replacing so I replaced that. It made 0 TDS water but after less than 100 gallons it was...

Guys help me out please. I saw the other thread about RO units and it made me think of this problem/question I have. I bought a unit several months ago from somebody on here -- he told me only the DI needed replacing so I replaced that. It made 0 TDS water but after less than 100 gallons it was...

Like the title says, what do you guys think of this checker? Looking to move a step up from API which I currently use I saw one for sale that is 2 years old, does the reagent expire? if I bought it new would it be a better/updated model or is it the same? THANKS!!

Not sure what I'm doing wrong hopefully someone can help. Photos are right-side-up on my computer, but when I add them via "manage attachments," some show up sideways and some don't. ?? Any way to flip them? Thanks

Hey guys! I wanted to share where my tank is at now. Haven't posted anything on here since my introduction 6 months ago. Been going good since then so its time to put it out there! The tank is now 10 months old and has settled in pretty well I think. I'm a brand new reefkeeper so of course I...

I got a sand sifting starfish a few days ago and a couple arms are more damaged/missing than when I put him in the tank. I know they can grow back so I'm not super concerned. Has anyone else seen this? I drip acclimated him for 1.5 hours because I know they are sensitive. My water quality is...

Question for you experts in coral dips. I know there are other threads that touch on this as well, but I'm wondering if you guys use different dips for different things? I have Seachem Reef Dip which is iodine based, and I've used it for everything. I can't seem to keep zoas alive, have had 3...

I have seen YouTube videos of DIY skimmers made from plastic bottles, has anyone tried this? Seems like a cool project -- I don't really care what it looks like as long as it skims. If you have tried this lmk how it worked and any tricks or tips. Thanks!

I'm looking into adding a sump to my 40 breeder, by getting an overflow box and using an extra tank that I have. So my question is about the return pump. They have one at my LFS that I can get brand new for $30, and its more than enough GPH for my tank. I think its some Chinese made pump. I have...

Hey y'all! I'm Brian, a new member to Chicago Reefs. I live in the city, in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. New to reefing as well, I just set up my first tank ever about 3 months ago, on Dec 11, my birthday :) Just wanted to introduce myself and my tank to everybody. Like I said this tank is...