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GFO Help Please

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Big John, Dec 19, 2010.

  1. Dec 19, 2010 #1
    Big John

    Big John Inactive User

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    I finally got my dual GFO Reactor plumbed in, I went to the BRS calculator to see how much carbon to run thru it---it's just under a cup for my 75---question is, is this enough for my tank or should I be using more elsewhere? I didn't know if the calculator was just telling me that that amount was just what I could run thru the reactor itself.
    What are your thoughts PLEASE.
    Thanks, John
     
  2. Dec 19, 2010 #2
    Foo

    Foo Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    No, you could run as much as you can fit in the reactor. Its just saying a cup is the amount needed for that size of tank. Carbon goes a long way, I use small amounts and change out every month or so.
     
  3. Dec 19, 2010 #3
    Big John

    Big John Inactive User

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    Thanks Foo, I'll run this and see how it works.

    Happy Holidays to you and your family!
     
  4. Dec 19, 2010 #4
    adampottebaum

    adampottebaum Experienced Reefkeeper

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    John, make sure you remember what I talked to you about, make sure not to add too much too suddenly or you'll shock your system. GFO is some powerful stuff and it can pull a lot of nutrients out of your water in a hurry, be careful.
     
  5. Dec 20, 2010 #5
    Big John

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    Gotcha Adam, I'm only running the recommended amount I got from the BRS web site.

    Thanks, John
     

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