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Discussion in 'Introductions' started by Southpaw, Apr 11, 2013.

  1. Apr 11, 2013 #1
    Southpaw

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    Hey everyone! About 2-3 months ago I made the plunge into saltwater after keeping fresh for years. I have the biocbue hqi set up. My stock as of now is: 2 clown percs one orange one black, one six line wrasse, one yasha goby, and a couple inverts. I am open to all suggestions. I am a sponge ready to soak in all the information on keeping a reef. I look forward to being a part of this forum.





    Thanks!
     
  2. Apr 11, 2013 #2
    xroads La Porte City, IA

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    Welcome!!!!
     
  3. Apr 11, 2013 #3
    Chris C. Des Moines, IA

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    Welcome to the hobby! There are a lot of people out there that can help!

    If you have any questions, just ask!!!
     
  4. Apr 11, 2013 #4
    ShaneP Williamsburg, IA

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    Welcome!
     
  5. Apr 11, 2013 #5
    mthomp

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    Hey southpaw, welcome to the club. The QC region is having its very first meeting in its new permanent meeting location this Saturday ay 530 pm which just so happens to be a new marine aquarium store opening in the next week.

    Be sure to stop by and join in on the conversation and get to know some of the people in the area.

    Also be sure to check the QC area forum for more information on this meeting and more happenings in our area.
     
  6. Apr 11, 2013 #6
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    Welcome. You're in good company down in the QC area. Lots of knowledgeable members in that area, and rumor has it an awesome new fish store is opening up.
     
  7. Apr 11, 2013 #7
    Mark 4

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    In Davenport too. Just getting back into salt aquariums but having a tough time getting a Red Oak Monterey stand. Looking at 90 gallon tank to purchase but would like to get the stand first.
     
  8. Apr 11, 2013 #8
    mthomp

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    hmmm. Come to the meeting on Saturday Mark, and maybe we can see what we can do about that stand.
     
  9. Apr 11, 2013 #9
    Southpaw

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    Do you think anyone will be able to part with a small portion of chaeto? Been looking everywhere for some nearby
     
  10. Apr 11, 2013 #10
    mthomp

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    can ask around. I know I dont have any at all. Are you wanting to use it for pods or something else?
     
  11. Apr 11, 2013 #11
    Southpaw

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    Well I have the intank fuge basket for the back of my hqi biocube. I am new to the fuge concept but I would guess pods couldn't hurt? My stock love those critters
     
  12. Apr 11, 2013 #12
    mthomp

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    try using a simple sponge, or some rock rubble. will do the same thing for pod growth.
     
  13. Apr 11, 2013 #13
    Southpaw

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    Oh my main gaol is for the algae and water quality. I would see pods as a benefit with it. Am I thinking incorrectly? I just bought the jbj nano led to light this fuge.
     
  14. Apr 11, 2013 #14
    mthomp

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    An HoB fuge is not going to be big enough to do this. Come to the meeting on saturday I will will try to explain a little better.
     
  15. Apr 11, 2013 #15
    Southpaw

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    Okay I'll be there. I just researched it pretty thoroughly and seems to be common with the all in one tanks. It isn't a hob fuge, it's in tank.
     
  16. Apr 13, 2013 #16
    JLreef

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    We too have the BioCube HQI in our fuge chamber we have "lettuce" back there. It has worked well for us.
     

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