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Discussion in 'Introductions' started by ThePrincipal, May 2, 2016.

  1. May 2, 2016 #1
    ThePrincipal Adel

    ThePrincipal

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    First, thank you for having a site here in Iowa that we can come to to get great advice. I am new to the reef world and look forward to getting started. I have viewed this hobby from the outside but never jumped in (no pun intended).

    My name is Lee and will need a lot of help. :)

    Here is what I have:
    Just purchased:
    29 Gal Biocube (not HQ)
    50 lbs dry live rock

    What I need to buy:
    Protein skimmer
    heater
    pumps
    etc.

    I would really like to do a closed system, build my own stand and canopy. I just like all the equipment hidden, that's why I like the closed system look. I am really up for any advice on setup, equipment, cycling, lighting, and you name it. I greatly appreciate any help for this old dog.
     
  2. May 2, 2016 #2
    Ray/Jen_Reefin Davenport, IA

    Ray/Jen_Reefin 2016 Vice President / 2015 Volunteer of the year.

    1,645
    Davenport, IA
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    Welcome to the club, And you are in good hands!!!

    Sent from my SM-N920R4 via App
     
  3. May 2, 2016 #3
    jeremy Davenport, IA

    jeremy Acro Addict

    2,382
    Davenport, IA
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    Welcome
     
  4. May 2, 2016 #4
    Bud West Des Moines, IA

    Bud Loves Bacon Website Team Board of Directors Leadership Team GIRS Member Vendor

    8,876
    West Des Moines, IA
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    Welcome!
     
  5. May 3, 2016 #5
    Dave Des Moines Area

    Dave Experienced Reefkeeper

    1,749
    Des Moines Area
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    Welcome! There are a lot of members in the Des Moines area. Just holler if you want to discuss your set up.
     
  6. May 3, 2016 #6
    xMermaidxx Altoona

    xMermaidxx

    65
    Altoona
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    Welcome!! I think you'll enjoy yourself here. Lots of amazing reefers on this board, as most are very kind and helpful.

    If you can't find some equipment on here to help with your set up process, Bulk Reef Supply has free shipping right now too (thought I'd throw that out there). Good luck.
     
  7. May 3, 2016 #7
    daalbers

    daalbers Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    Welcome let me know if you need any help I'm close by
     
  8. May 3, 2016 #8
    Fishunt Norwalk

    Fishunt Nano Nano

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    Norwalk
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    Welcome! I just became a member (no other reason than to say thanks and give back a little to this resource) and I have just set up a Coralife BioCube 29, as well. Been running for three weeks, used live rock from my old tank and a new Oolite live sand bed (about 1.5") and the 'uglies' have set in. I can only assume from the silicates in the new sand bed?
    Feel free to ask any questions, but this is my first nano all-in-one setup so I don't know really if I'd be giving any 'sound' advice!
     
  9. May 3, 2016 #9
    DangerJ Des Moines, IA

    DangerJ Well-Known ReefKeeper

    894
    Des Moines, IA
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    +322 / 4 / -0
    Welcome!
     
  10. May 6, 2016 #10
    AquariumAddictions

    AquariumAddictions Inactive User

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    Welcome
     

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