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    I can't believe you are doing this again man... oh wait, yes I can 😃 GLWS!
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    Oh yeah, and lighting is definitely something that takes some thought. I had been running two SB Reeflight 32 inch Pro Timer units on my 6ft tank which worked well. I just switched over to three of the ReeFi duo extremes. My 125 has similar issues to your tank - long and narrow - so it can be tricky to find the right light form factor for efficient coverage. Probably true that you would need three of any of the single "puck" style lights so looking at some of the other options makes sense.
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    It's true that it can be difficult to "mix and match" pumps on skimmers but it can be done. The main problem is having one with too much overall flow which can overwhelm the chamber and cause wet skim mate or even overflow. They all have some ability to modulate via outlet control but you still need to be in the general range. I can check and see if I have the original pump or not. I recall someone saying they had pretty good luck using one and they can be useful if the space in your sump is limited (which is why I originally picked it up). Would be cool to have the driver if you end up not needing it - they have been out of production for something like 10-12 years I think so not easy to come by 😀 I have extra controllers if you end up deciding to use it though.
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    Welcome! It looks like you are going about things the right way - take your time and do a lot of reading. I actually think the 90 is a great starting tank size - large enough to provide some advantages of stability while still being "small" enough not to be completely unwieldy to work on and maintain. Looks like Andrew ID'd the skimmer for you so hopefully that helps. I have one of those skimmers in my basement in some state of disrepair if you end up liking it and wanting some spare parts. It also looks like you have an old x-wave pump controller in that mix of stuff but no actual powerhead. These were early DC "knock offs" from China that actually were pretty cool. I still run several of them and would be interested in that power supply if you don't end up needing it. If you have a functional power head and controller to go with it they make a pretty nice package that has various flow options and settings. Good luck!
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    Thanks! Maybe a side light for Daniel @danlu_gt 😁 Good luck with the rest of the gear! Do you have a build thread up for the new tank?
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    BTW - where did you get the 3-D printed nem guard for that? Kind of cool and I could use one for an MP40.
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    Thanks for writing this up Bert! Now, I have to hope one of them survives long enough to post my initial pics 😁. Actually, so far they survived a dip and transfer to the tank so hoping to see some progress during the comp. my existing acan colony has perked up considerably lately so there is a chance 👍
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    Cody won it @Paratore so you could check with him. Sorry you couldn’t make it. 200lbs of live rock eh? Sounds like a warm up for the big tank move tomorrrow!
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    Well... I got pretty busy so wasn't able to make it over. Hopefully some folk made it by.
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    That is a pretty good idea. What's the best contact? I will spread the word.
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    You should swing by the meeting at TPA - I think a few folk might be bringing some trade pieces...
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    Getting ready to head down - hope to see a bunch of you there! BTW - if you see someone driving a silver Audi wagon and looking lost in South Salem it's probably me so maybe stop and give me directions!
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    No love for acan B? I think the contrast with the green centers is pretty cool.
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    One last evening bump for the acan group buy!
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    Shouldn't you be "on the clock" right now? 😃
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    Garrett has always had an eye for nice acans so I'm sure these will be impressive in person. Thanks for fragging them Bert! If you hadn't decided on whether or not to come on out, this make for a nice incentive (while they last) 😁
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    Hey Bert - I would like one of each please - not sure if you wanted to start that in the thread or not but just in case...
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    That is great news Kim! Glad you get to keep the kitties with you and Sirena (sorry Nick). Hopefully the new place has a good fish room - you guys need to get a tank back up so you have more reasons to come hang out with us!
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    That is a cool piece!
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    Can't believe this is coming up this Saturday already! Really looking forward to seeing the new store and hopefully getting pieces of those lovely acans! As per usual, there will be food raffles and lots of scintillating conversation - oh yeah, and some awesome livestock as well if prior visits to TPA are anything to go by. Hope to see a lot of you there.
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    Tough crowd!
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    OK - looks like @Knuckledragger is next up for the USB based on the responses I received so let's see if we can get this moving again! The meter can be picked up from Cuttlefish and Coral - Jeff said he would handle the deposit there so that will make it easier (thank you Jeff! @CuttleFishandCoral. I will message them to confirm and update the list once it's picked up. Hand held meter is still AWOL so I will continue to search for that.
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    Those are awesome Bert! Guess you won’t know till you frag them what we are looking at for numbers.
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    Glad that worked out. Hope you get to keep the kiddos given all the time, energy and love you put into them but sounds like they at least have a good alternative if it doesn't work out.
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    Thanks - will update front page to reflect that. Stay tuned!
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