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Forum: Lighting 06-13-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 8
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Posted By chale
In my personal opinion, the 48 won't cover the...

In my personal opinion, the 48 won't cover the edges. 2 30's will get you more uniform coverage.
Forum: Lighting 06-13-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By chale
Just looking and thinking I may go with the...

Just looking and thinking I may go with the Finnex Ray 2, 30" dual 7000k light. I think this will provide the lighting I need without having to use CO2.
Forum: Lighting 06-13-2013, 04:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By chale
That's what I don't want. Trying not to do CO2....

That's what I don't want. Trying not to do CO2. Wonder if I can maybe screen it and pick it up off the tank about 10-12 inches.
Forum: Lighting 06-13-2013, 02:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By chale
I was looking at this light. To much light...

I was looking at this light. To much light without CO2? Just run 2 bulbs? With the depth of the tank, just not sure.

Amazon.com: Hydrofarm FLT24 2-Feet/4-Tube T5 Commercial System with Bulbs:...
Forum: Tank Journals 06-12-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By chale
About 2 months in now. Things have been trimmed,...

About 2 months in now. Things have been trimmed, replanted, moved, etc. Still looks healthy. Added 5 rummynose tetras. 1 decided to jump out. So down to 4 white cloud minnows, 4 rummynose tetras, 1...
Forum: Lighting 06-12-2013, 02:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By chale
Need Lighting Suggestions

I have a 56 gallon almost cube shaped tank. 30 inches long, 24 inches high and 18 inches deep. I would ask you guys your opinion on a fixture for low to medium lighting (around the 35-45 PAR range)....
Forum: Low Tech Forum 06-06-2013, 02:34 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,755
Posted By chale
You could use Cabomba to help cover that filter....

You could use Cabomba to help cover that filter. I have it in my 10 gallon with 2 13w CFL bulbs and it grows like crazy. In a month it has covered my heater, air lines and made a nice backdrop in my...
Forum: Tank Journals 05-21-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By chale
So it has been about a month and a half since an...

So it has been about a month and a half since an update and as you see everything is doing great. The water lily has bloomed with the beautiful red leaves. I have trimmed some things back and removed...
Forum: Tank Journals 04-13-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By chale
Trying this again

After many years of being away from the hobby, I'm giving this a try again. First time was not very successful, but after finding this site and reading for hours on end, I'm hoping to have some...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 04-11-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 448
Posted By chale
I use this site when starting a tank....

I use this site when starting a tank. http://www.freshwateraquariumplants.com/ . If you buy a package the shipping is free and he normally throws in extras or something rare with each order. He's...
Forum: Lighting 04-05-2013, 03:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By chale
I have the work lights pointed horizontal from...

I have the work lights pointed horizontal from front to back in a crossing pattern. They are 5 inches above the water line and about 14 inches from the substrate.
Forum: Substrate 04-05-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 251
Posted By chale
I just set up my 1st dirt tank with MGOPM and...

I just set up my 1st dirt tank with MGOPM and have no issues. I'm new to this and I didn't rinse or anything. Just added a 1 inch layer and capped with flourite. No issues as my PH went down as it...
Forum: Lighting 04-05-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By chale
Well got everything yesterday, but they didn't...

Well got everything yesterday, but they didn't have the 6500K bulbs. So I went with the 5000K daylight bulbs. Anyone have complaints on these as I know they are still within the spectrum plants like?
Forum: Lighting 04-04-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By chale
Thanks all. Looks like I'll go with 2 clamp style...

Thanks all. Looks like I'll go with 2 clamp style lights from Lowes with the 5.5 inch reflector and 6500K 13 watt CFL bulbs. I'll just watch for growth and start out running them around 10 hours or...
Forum: Lighting 04-04-2013, 02:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By chale
BruceF and Seattle_Aquarist, how long do you guys...

BruceF and Seattle_Aquarist, how long do you guys run your lights? I'm currently running the T8 for 11 hours.
Forum: Lighting 04-04-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 423
Posted By chale
Question for folks using CFL Spiral Bulbs

I see a lot of folks using the CFL bulbs with a clamp light. My question is what wattage of bulb would you use for a 10 gallon low light set up and how many (1 or 2)? I'm not running CO2 and don't...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 03-20-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 307
Posted By chale
I've used both of these places with success and...

I've used both of these places with success and no issues. http://www.freshwateraquariumplants.com/ http://www.azgardens.com/
Forum: Lighting 03-15-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 180
Posted By chale
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Lighting 03-13-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 180
Posted By chale
10 Gallon lighting Question

Will the stock fluorescent 15 watt fixture work in a 10 gallon low light setup? Planning on switching the bulb for the sylvania gro-lux bulb. Thanks.
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 02-08-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By chale
Thanks for the welcomes. I'm sure this site will...

Thanks for the welcomes. I'm sure this site will make my tank a success and everyone's info will be used to the fullest. LOL
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 02-05-2013, 11:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By chale
Newbie from VA

Hey all. Name is Chris and I live in Culpeper, VA. I currently have a 56 gallon fish only and a 10 gallon I'm gathering things for to start a low tech set up. If I can get the 10 gallon running...
Forum: Low Tech Forum 01-22-2013, 01:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 145
Posted By chale
Suggections for plants for new setup

I'm setting up my first dirt tank and haven't been in the hobby for years. I have a 10 gallon, with a 15 watt T8 6700K, my water is PH 7.4, no ammonia or nitrites and about 15 PPM nitrates. 0-1 Kh...
Forum: The Lounge & Introductions 01-09-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 345
Posted By chale
Welcome. I just joined as well. Just before...

Welcome. I just joined as well. Just before Christmas. Been lurking trying to gain info to get started. From Culpeper, VA.
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 01-09-2013, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 448
Posted By chale
Thanks for the help. I'll check out the leads.

Thanks for the help. I'll check out the leads.
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 01-08-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 448
Posted By chale
Driftwood - Where to get the nice pieces

Sorry, new to the forum, currently I have a 57 gallon, not planted and getting another tank to plant. I'm looking for some nice driftwood pieces like the branches I see in a lot of pics here. I've...
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