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  1. Brando457

    Contractor for chainlink fence

    I am looking for a good contractor to install a chainlink fence that isn't going to kill me on the pricing. The total fence length will be around 175 feet since my yard is 48 x 78. If anyone can put me in touch with someone please let me know as for me to adopt a dog from certain foundations...
  2. Brando457

    FS: 07006 - 180G tank breakdown - officially done w/ hobby

    I have left (as of 8.24.2011): Stand - $50 75g Sump - $100 Tek 60" light - $340 Mag 18 - $80.00 Mag 12 - $60.00 I'd trade the light or pumps for a mp10 for my nano. Okay so I am officially selling my tank and getting out of the hobby. I would like to sell all the livestock first and then the...
  3. Brando457

    Put dog down :/

    Today is probably one of the hardest days of my life. At 11:30 AM I had to put my 11 year old golden retriever Rocky to sleep. He wasn't just a dog, he was like a kid to me and a best friend and he will be missed. He suffered from internal organ failure and a infection that overran his body. RIP...
  4. Brando457

    Stores near AC/Forked River

    So I will be down in Forked River Wednesday, Friday - Sunday and AC on Thursday until Friday afternoon. Any good stores to check out around there? Obviously can't really buy anything since I won't be home until Sunday, but anything worth checking out?
  5. Brando457

    FS: 07006 - 180g tank breakdown - family emergency :/

    I have a family emergency and need to raise funds quickly. I will not ship unless paid via paypal in full, but prefer cash. I can meet in a reasonable distance in NJ or stop by my home in 07006. I do not have the time or ability to snap good pictures of the corals, if you want one just come...
  6. Brando457

    WTB - Fish Trap - 07006

    Anyone have a fish trap I can borrow for a day or two to try to get my Coral Beauty out of my tank? I'm in Caldwell, NJ. Thanks, Brandon
  7. Brando457

    Coral Beauty nipping corals?

    I'm trying to figure out if my coral beauty is nipping my acans, they were all closed up, but it seemed to be biting around them, not them directly? Do Coral Beautys normally have a taste for LPS? If so I need to borrow a fish trap :(.
  8. Brando457

    Cheato - 07006

    If any of the North, NJ members or anyone needs it I have a nice chunk of Cheato available. I saw the other post was in Brick so if I'm any closer come get it.
  9. Brando457

    Thinking of new fish

    I have a 135 gallon tank (6' x 18" x 25") L x W x H with about 180 pounds of LR. Currently stocked: 2 ocellaris clowns Yellow Tang Hippo Tang Sixline wrasse mandarin bluespot jawfish yellow watchman goby lawnmower blenny coral beauty green chromi I have a few LPS and zoa frags. I am trying...
  10. Brando457

    Man I'm pooped (not literally)

    Worked 9-3 today, worked out for 2 hours, then did 2 hours of maintenance on the tank. I am drained! Anyone else have a crazy day?
  11. Brando457

    IceCap Blue LED Array Retro - 45.2 inch

    Anyone have experience with these? I'm running 3 x 150W 14K bulbs, but my actinic lights are overdue to replaced. Rather then spending $120 for 4 CF square 34" bulbs I'm thinking of doing 2 strips instead. Any input would be appreciated, I'm mainly looking to get the colors on my corals to pop...
  12. Brando457

    Thanks Hawkeye (Phil)

    Thanks for meeting up today!! I'm off to Boston everyone so see you in a few days.
  13. Brando457

    Algaefix marine log and experience

    I have been experiencing a significant amount of green hair algae in my system for the past 2 weeks. At the recommendation of Sid and after reading about API's Algaefix I have decided to give it a try. I will begin dosing according to the directions and log the effects it has on the algae...
  14. Brando457

    FT: Vortech MP40W - 07006

    I have a 6 month old Vortech MP40W I am looking to trade. The first thing I would consider trading it for is a wooden stand for my 135 gallon tank. My tank dimensions are 72" long x 18" deep x 25" high. If you have a stand meeting this criteria and want a MP40W barely used LMK! I may also...
  15. Brando457

    DIY Stand Build

    I am considering building my own stand for my 135 gallon reef tank. Does anyone have experience with this or know of an able and willing builder locally in NJ that would do it, but not break the bank? Thanks, Brandon
  16. Brando457

    dehumidifier needed?

    I'm wondering if I should purchase a dehumidifier for my basement? My tank is 135 gallons w/ 60 gallon sump and wondering if it is a good idea to pick one up? Thanks1
  17. Brando457

    RO water issue

    I have an Air, Water, Ice RO maker and just tested my RO water with my TDS meter it is coming up 15 ppm. I tested it initially when I set it up and it said 0 ppm. Could it be that my container is contaminated and that is the reason for the high PPM reading? Is it safe to use 15 ppm RO or...
  18. Brando457

    WTB: Rainbow Acan and LR 07006

    Hey everyone I am looking for either a nice frag or small colony of a rainbow acan or other nice looking acans and I am also looking for around 25-50 pounds of LR, preferably cured. I am located in NNJ, 07006 and would be willing to travel up to 30 miles. Thanks for taking a look!
  19. Brando457

    Dominica Republic/Vacation Destination

    Has anyone been to DR on vacation? My friends probably 4-5 of us all over 21 are looking to go to Punta Cana or some other place that is all inclusive and would be a fun time. Any recommendations for travel agents or places to go would be appreciated. Thanks!!!
  20. Brando457

    hair algae

    So this isn't technically an emergency yet, except if I can't get it under control soon I may have my own emergency called insanity. I seem to be having an endless cycle of long hair algae, I pick off what I can, I've increased the flow and decreased the light cycle slightly. I am running...
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