d2mini's "Essential Focus" Mixed Reef Build - Page 53

Wazzel · 10/13/2016, 09:18 AM

That is nice. You might have posed it and I missed the pictures.

drummerboyevil · 10/14/2016, 02:18 PM

Great choice on that patio.

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rockworm · 10/14/2016, 06:23 PM

I don't know. Kind of miss the green. Just kidding. Beautiful patio.

DamonG · 10/16/2016, 09:45 AM

Dennis.. Lol.. I took the cheato garden to the next level.. It's only been up a week, but I will see how it goes.. I'm hoping to fill the tub in short order.. It is lit by 600 watts of led power(i only have the blue and red on right now, but there is a third channel for white only).. So if it works, it should be fabulous! And beautiful patio dude!

From note 5.. rip note 7

d2mini · 10/16/2016, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DamonG

Dennis.. Lol.. I took the cheato garden to the next level.. It's only been up a week, but I will see how it goes.. I'm hoping to fill the tub in short order.. It is lit by 600 watts of led power(i only have the blue and red on right now, but there is a third channel for white only).. So if it works, it should be fabulous! And beautiful patio dude!

LOL, you cray cray.

DamonG · 10/17/2016, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by d2mini

LOL, you cray cray.

spin:

Lol.. Mmnnn.. Maybe a little..

From note 5.. rip note 7

fftfk · 10/26/2016, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SPotter

every time i see Dennis's pictures it makes me realize how bad I am at growing corals!!!!

This is perfect!

JPMagyar · 10/27/2016, 05:39 AM

I go away for 6 months and look what happens . . .

You go all soft on me and jump to the dark side with LEDs and softies. First cellphones and now this . . . what's this world coming to??????

JK!

Beautifull reef Dennis and an amazing thread!

Took me 2 days to read through, but I loved every minute. Sets a super high bar for when I finally move and start a new tank in a couple 2,3 years from now.

Can't wait to see your progress and succes growing SPS under Radions!

Killer job! Awesome photos! Thanks for sharing!!

Joe

d2mini · 10/27/2016, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by JPMagyar

I go away for 6 months and look what happens . . .

You go all soft on me and jump to the dark side with LEDs and softies. First cellphones and now this . . . what's this world coming to??????

JK!

Beautifull reef Dennis and an amazing thread!

Took me 2 days to read through, but I loved every minute. Sets a super high bar for when I finally move and start a new tank in a couple 2,3 years from now.

Can't wait to see your progress and succes growing SPS under Radions!

Killer job! Awesome photos! Thanks for sharing!!

Joe

hahaha, welcome back Joe!
This tank is a No Softie Zone.

All SPS and LPS. And hefty sprinkling of Gorgonians.

This week I picked up an awesome yellow branching hammer and a frag of Battle Coral's Frankenberry.

Thanks!

mpderksen · 10/27/2016, 07:54 AM

Dennis,
Congrats on your continued success. A follow up question re: the TBS shipment. Are any of the original sponges still alive?
Second, I would love a Gorgonian or six.... do you do anything special, like target feeding, to keep them? Or is it the basics, stable water and a diverse feeding of the tank in general?

hbrochs · 10/27/2016, 10:05 AM

Hey Dennis, can you talk a little bit about how you're taking photos, and macro photos?

Just got a Canon 80D with a macro lens, but there is a lot to this!!

Thanks,

Howard

d2mini · 10/27/2016, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mpderksen

Dennis,
Congrats on your continued success. A follow up question re: the TBS shipment. Are any of the original sponges still alive?
Second, I would love a Gorgonian or six.... do you do anything special, like target feeding, to keep them? Or is it the basics, stable water and a diverse feeding of the tank in general?

The gorgs are photosynthetic so nothing special needed there.
The sponges on the other hand are much much harder. Nearly impossible to keep alive long term in our closed systems.
That said, so far I have only lost one so far. The red finger sponge that was up front and center. The others seem ok so far.
The majority of the tunicates on the rocks have dwindled, but some are still there.

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Originally Posted by hbrochs

Hey Dennis, can you talk a little bit about how you're taking photos, and macro photos?

Just got a Canon 80D with a macro lens, but there is a lot to this!!

Thanks,

Howard

You've got the equipment. Next you need the software, and lotsa practice.

You might find this interesting...
http://www.everydayreef.com/blog/201...w-is-awesome-1

hbrochs · 10/27/2016, 01:56 PM

Thanks, that was a good read. What program do you like for post production?

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d2mini · 10/27/2016, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by hbrochs

Thanks, that was a good read. What program do you like for post production?

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For what it's worth, I use Lightroom to organize and process every single one of my photos, and I make final tweaks in Photoshop where I also apply my watermark. Adobe has the combo available for $10/month. Not too bad. There are also some free raw developers out there, but I don't have personal experience with any of them.

Johnseye · 10/27/2016, 09:57 PM

How are the fish in QT doing?

d2mini · 10/28/2016, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Johnseye

How are the fish in QT doing?

Not sure what happened but during prazi treatment (not even a full dose) something went through the tank that was hindering breathing. Didn't realize what was happening until it was too late to save the tang but the wrasse which was just laying on its side breathing heavy i tossed into a freshwater dip and I guess that removed whatever was blocking his gills because he pretty much immediately recovered and has been fine ever since. This was a couple weeks ago and I've been running CopperSafe since. Humblefish on R 2 R was helping me out with this.

sde1500 · 10/28/2016, 06:39 AM

Ah sorry to hear about the tang. Doesn't Prazi itself tend to lower O2 levels in the water? I think I've read that so now when I use it I make sure to add a new airstone to get it as bubbly as possible in the QT.

d2mini · 10/28/2016, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by sde1500

Ah sorry to hear about the tang. Doesn't Prazi itself tend to lower O2 levels in the water? I think I've read that so now when I use it I make sure to add a new airstone to get it as bubbly as possible in the QT.

Yeah, I think the tank is pretty well oxygenated.
And the wrasse was fine after the dip so I think something was clogging the gills?
I dunno... but he's fine now. Will let him sit in the copper for another week or two and then see how he is.

Johnseye · 10/28/2016, 10:51 AM

I've had the same problem with Prazipro. I just put a Ruby Head and Blue Star Wrasse through QT. TTM and one round of Prazipro. They were healthy from the start and throughout so it was all prophylactic. I put them into the DT this morning.

Sorry to hear about the Tang. It's never easy.

fftfk · 10/28/2016, 03:32 PM

Now that you've had the tank up for a little while how do you compare this set up to your old life reef setup?

d2mini · 10/29/2016, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by fftfk

Now that you've had the tank up for a little while how do you compare this set up to your old life reef setup?

The LR sump was designed for that system and my current BAO sump was designed for this system.
Both work(ed) great.
I would recommend either of them.

PsymonStark · 10/30/2016, 10:04 AM

How's your starfish doing in that brick like chaeto of yours. Mine has surfaced and sits clinged to the side, because I think he can't move anymore... what's yours doing? Seen him around?

d2mini · 10/30/2016, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by PsymonStark

How's your starfish doing in that brick like chaeto of yours. Mine has surfaced and sits clinged to the side, because I think he can't move anymore... what's yours doing? Seen him around?

Actually, that's a dang good question.
I totally forgot about him!

PsymonStark · 10/31/2016, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by d2mini

Actually, that's a dang good question.

I totally forgot about him!

Lol! Think I should move him into the dt?
Might be better life for him in there. I don't think he can move around enough in my chaeto brick.
What would you do if you found yours?

d2mini · 10/31/2016, 07:24 PM

Found him!

He stays put.
I already have one of those plus one or two other serpents in the display.

10/13/2016, 09:18 AM	#1301
Wazzel Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Houma, LA Posts: 4,743	That is nice. You might have posed it and I missed the pictures. __________________ Mark Beware the light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it's a train. Current Tank Info: 120, LED, Bare Bottom, SPS/LPS

10/14/2016, 06:23 PM	#1303
rockworm A-counting guy Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 673	I don't know. Kind of miss the green. Just kidding. Beautiful patio. __________________ You can see my 400g build thread here: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2577596 Current Tank Info: 400g SPS and 75g non SPS

10/27/2016, 05:39 AM	#1308
JPMagyar Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: NY,NY Posts: 2,072	I go away for 6 months and look what happens . . . You go all soft on me and jump to the dark side with LEDs and softies. First cellphones and now this . . . what's this world coming to?????? JK! Beautifull reef Dennis and an amazing thread! Took me 2 days to read through, but I loved every minute. Sets a super high bar for when I finally move and start a new tank in a couple 2,3 years from now. Can't wait to see your progress and succes growing SPS under Radions! Killer job! Awesome photos! Thanks for sharing!! Joe __________________ Joe Peck TOTM Apr. 2013 Advanced Aquarist Featured Tank March 2011 Reef Hobbyist Magazine journalist, and all around SPS nut! Current Tank Info: 240 with 750 gal total system, ATI LED Powermodule, MTC-HSA 1000. MTC Pro-Cal..

10/27/2016, 10:05 AM	#1311
hbrochs Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 439	Hey Dennis, can you talk a little bit about how you're taking photos, and macro photos? Just got a Canon 80D with a macro lens, but there is a lot to this!! Thanks, Howard __________________ 80 Gallon Innovative Marine long shallow reef 30 Gallon tank for raising baby clownfish Current Tank Info: Innovative Marine SR-80

10/27/2016, 01:56 PM	#1313
hbrochs Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 439	Thanks, that was a good read. What program do you like for post production? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 80 Gallon Innovative Marine long shallow reef 30 Gallon tank for raising baby clownfish Current Tank Info: Innovative Marine SR-80

10/14/2016, 02:18 PM	#1302
drummerboyevil Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 654	Great choice on that patio. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10/16/2016, 09:45 AM	#1304
DamonG Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 873	Dennis.. Lol.. I took the cheato garden to the next level.. It's only been up a week, but I will see how it goes.. I'm hoping to fill the tub in short order.. It is lit by 600 watts of led power(i only have the blue and red on right now, but there is a third channel for white only).. So if it works, it should be fabulous! And beautiful patio dude! From note 5.. rip note 7

10/27/2016, 07:54 AM	#1310
mpderksen Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Manteca, CA Posts: 1,853	Dennis, Congrats on your continued success. A follow up question re: the TBS shipment. Are any of the original sponges still alive? Second, I would love a Gorgonian or six.... do you do anything special, like target feeding, to keep them? Or is it the basics, stable water and a diverse feeding of the tank in general?

10/27/2016, 09:57 PM	#1315
Johnseye Reef Addict Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Naperville, IL. Posts: 1,196	How are the fish in QT doing? __________________ - John New 260g build thread: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2557715 Current Tank Info: 260g reef, Giesemann Spectra MH/T5/Kessil A160, Dastaco CaRx, Vortechs, Lifereef skimmer, Red Dragon 3, Apex, Genesis, Angles, Tang, Trigger, Clowns, Anthias, Wrasses, Cardinals, SPS, LPS

10/28/2016, 06:39 AM	#1317
sde1500 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Glocester, RI Posts: 3,336	Ah sorry to hear about the tang. Doesn't Prazi itself tend to lower O2 levels in the water? I think I've read that so now when I use it I make sure to add a new airstone to get it as bubbly as possible in the QT. __________________ My build thread: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2548422 Current Tank Info: 65 gallon mixed reef, Eshopps sump and HOB overflow, RO-110int skimmer, Reefbreeder 32" photons V1.

10/28/2016, 10:51 AM	#1319
Johnseye Reef Addict Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Naperville, IL. Posts: 1,196	I've had the same problem with Prazipro. I just put a Ruby Head and Blue Star Wrasse through QT. TTM and one round of Prazipro. They were healthy from the start and throughout so it was all prophylactic. I put them into the DT this morning. Sorry to hear about the Tang. It's never easy. __________________ - John New 260g build thread: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2557715 Current Tank Info: 260g reef, Giesemann Spectra MH/T5/Kessil A160, Dastaco CaRx, Vortechs, Lifereef skimmer, Red Dragon 3, Apex, Genesis, Angles, Tang, Trigger, Clowns, Anthias, Wrasses, Cardinals, SPS, LPS

10/28/2016, 03:32 PM	#1320
fftfk Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 240	Now that you've had the tank up for a little while how do you compare this set up to your old life reef setup?

10/30/2016, 10:04 AM	#1322
PsymonStark Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Europe Posts: 125	d2mini's "Essential Focus" Mixed Reef Build How's your starfish doing in that brick like chaeto of yours. Mine has surfaced and sits clinged to the side, because I think he can't move anymore... what's yours doing? Seen him around?

10/31/2016, 07:24 PM	#1325
d2mini Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 10,344	Found him! He stays put. I already have one of those plus one or two other serpents in the display. __________________ -dennis Elos Diamond 120xl \| Elos Stand \| Radion G4 Pros \| GHL Profilux Controller \| LifeReef Skimmer \| LifeReef Sump Photos taken with a Nikon D750 or Leica M.