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Mag?

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by BigBlue, Dec 27, 2007.

  1. Dec 27, 2007 #1
    BigBlue

    BigBlue Inactive User

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    I ran out of magnesium over the weekend and can't seem to find any at the LFS. So my question is there a way to make your own magnesium. I thought there was something on RC about it but I can't seem to find it.
    So if any body knows what I would need could you please list it for me thanks.
     
  2. Dec 27, 2007 #2
    Waverz

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    Monty, i got the hook yo.

    Give me a call.

     
  3. Dec 27, 2007 #3
    Guest

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    epsom salts?
     
  4. Dec 27, 2007 #4
    nick

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    pets playhouse better have some on hand i had 2 bottles there yesterday
     
  5. Dec 27, 2007 #5
    Waverz

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    Posted By heartben on 12/27/2007 4:15 PM
    epsom salts?
    Actually, there are a few options, it just depends on how you dose for calcium.
    Just epson salts will work if you use them in small amounts and do large water changes. I beleive this is because you get a buildup of sulphate, which can;t be good for anything. 
    I use 7 1/4 cups of magnesium chloride to 3/4 cup of epson salts, which is randy's old recipe, i think now they suggest a 5:3 cup ratio.
     
     

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