What Demo's Do You Want To See

[phljess]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9605013#post9605013 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by foxesreef
Phil,

I am interested in learning more about chemistry for beginners. Basic tests you need either to buy or have your LFS do and track. As we start adding more corals, what do we need to start watching for and how often to check these parameters? Also, any tips on dosing. When you dose for this, what else do I need to check.

I may be asking for things that are way to newbie for others but I also know that with each demo done on Sunday, I learned several things to take home and apply.

Thanks to all who make this club great and for welcoming new people. This is a great hobby!

L'Louise

You really need to buy your own test kits, People need to be on top of what is going on in their tanks. I do not use test kits very often anymore but they are very handy to have when you do not know what to look for. BTW, I still use my alkalinity kit and calcium kit on a regular basis, all others are collecting dust. I sometimes use Magnesium and I use to use pH but now I have a probe for it.

I can describe test kits.

 

[phljess]

Ok, here is what it looks like we have for next meet:

Brian- floatswitches and top off stuff.
Nathan (if available)- tank drilling, if not he can let me borrow his bits and I will try it. If we can get an old tank donation.
Spinnerbayt- Overdriving Bulbs
Phil- Test kits, chemistry

I think we are in good shape for next meet on Demos. If someone wants to talk about something else let me know and we can schedule it for a future meeting. If for some reason someone cannot do their demo please let me know ASAP so I can schedule something else. I think four demos are plenty.

 

[wvdaisy]

That's sounds like a great well rounded demo schedule! You the man, Phil!!!

 

[foxesreef]

I know that you have your schedule done but for the next one.........how about making your own food, phyto, etc.....just all of that info that you guys have that you could share with some of us newer people

 

[foxesreef]

I know that you have your schedule done but for the next one.........how about making your own food, phyto, etc.....just all of that info that you guys have that you could share with some of us newer people

 

[mcox33]

If you go to Jo-Mars old site you will find the recipe there in the minutes from one of the early meetings. I would look it up and post it here for you but I am using Mikes computer tonight. I don't have mine turned on. If I do I will still be on it in the Morning LOL