Where to buy stuff

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I thought I would start a thread that may be a useful local resource. "Where to buy stuff" in middle TN. Some stuff can be purchased locally, some stuff needs to be ordered. Questions come up frequently on where to buy certain things. Maybe this can be turned into a sticky for the MTRC site. Post away!
 
Acrylic and Weld-on

Acrylic and Weld-on

You can get acrylic and weld-on locally here:

PLASTIC SUPPLY
1319 LEWIS ST.
NASHVILLE, TN 37210
615-254-5725
 
Plumbing Supplies

Plumbing Supplies

Steinhouse Supply (http://www.steinhousesupply.com/):
General supplies, specialty items, and Schedule 80 Bulkheads

Lowe's and Home depot:
General Supplies -- Lowe's generally has a better selection.
Some supplies for RO/DI water lines and valves.

Rock City Machine (http://rockcitymachine.com/):
Plumbing and RO supplies, lots of specialty valves, etc.

All Seasons (http://www.allseasonsnashville.com/) -- home brew store:
Float valves, storage containers, large plastic buckets (I use one for my topoff reservoir)
 
Frag Glue and other adhesives

Frag Glue and other adhesives

The Dollar Tree (several locations):
Super Glue Gel -- 3 tubes for $1 -- cheap and does the job

Lowe's and Home Depot (several locations):
Super glue gel, GE I Windows and Doors Silicone, marine epoxy stick
 
You need a local COOP or like for syringes, long gloves, etc., a CO2 supply place, and an electrical supply house for ballast parts and such to complete your list.
 
2-Part Alkalinity and Calcium Supplies:

2-Part Alkalinity and Calcium Supplies:

Randy's Improved 2-part Recipe
http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-02/rhf/index.php

Alkalinity - Baking Soda:
Costco and I think Sams have large bags for ~$5

Calcium - DowFlake, Pelladow:
http://www.mainstreetseedandsupply.com/saltproducts.htm
http://www.harveysalt.com/prod01.htm
http://www.buckeyefieldsupply.com/showproducts.asp?Sub=124&showspecials=124

Magnesium - MagFlake:
http://www.harveysalt.com/prod01.htm
http://www.buckeyefieldsupply.com/showproducts.asp?Sub=124&showspecials=124
 
I got my kegerator CO2 filled at Volunteer Welding Supply (website). I had heard good things about them and I myself had a really good experience (in and out in about 5 minutes) and I think my 5# bottle was $9 or something like that...which doesn't seem to bad to me although I've never shopped around.
 
There is a coop in downtown Ashland City on Cumberland Street (road straight across from town hall). I haven't actually been in there, but I have to imagine its similar to others that might be in the area.
 
In Murfreesboro, I used Jacks Glass on Lytle St. for my 1/4 glass. I think its $4.75 per square foot for 1/4" and cutting is free. I got all the glass for my horizontal overflow and sump dividers for like $30.

Brandon
 
Local Fish Shops

Local Fish Shops

<u>Nashville Area:</u>
The Aquatic Critter (http://www.aquaticcritter.com/) |<a href='http://www.mtrc.org/vendorpages/aquaticcritter.html' target=_blank>MAP</a>|
Emerald Bay (http://www.ebayfish.com/) |<a href='http://www.mtrc.org/vendorpages/emeraldbay.html' target=_blank>MAP</a>|
Fins of Franklin |<a href='http://www.mtrc.org/vendorpages/finsoffranklin.html' target=_blank>MAP</a>|

<u>Clarksville:</u>
L & L Pet World |<a href='http://www.mtrc.org/vendorpages/llpetworld.html' target=_blank>MAP</a>|
Pet Palace (http://www.petpalaceofclarksville.com/) |<a href='http://www.mtrc.org/vendorpages/petpalace.html' target=_blank>MAP</a>|
 
SW fish-and some corals-Murfreesboro

SW fish-and some corals-Murfreesboro

Petland in Murfreesboro has started selling saltwater fish (several months ago) They also sell some of the frozen foods, too. They sporadically carry corals, as well.

Warning: Their staff is NOT knowledgeable about SW, however, so inquire at your own risk.

Also, Animal City in M'boro carries some saltwater supplies (test kits, meds, etc..) and frozen foods for SW fish. They are also able to order things, as well. But, they don't have SW fish or corals anymore.
 
Is Aquatic Critter, Fins, or Emerald Bay the best for fish and corals? I have been to FINS and gotten really great service but I think bad fish. Aquatic Critter has really neat specimens, but their service wasn't nearly as good. I have never been to EBAY, but I like their 14-day guaruntee... So, which do you guys like the best??
 
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Correct me if I'm wrong guys, but you have to pay for the EBay guarentee...


Aside from that:

I'd go to Ebay if you want higher-end SPS, shrooms, and maybe LPS. This store is a little smaller and generally less busy with people wanting non-reef purchases, so you'll probably get some pretty decent service.

I'd go to the Critter for most fish and zoas. They have a frag tanks with decent prices, so it's a good place to go if you think you want to just browse (and be able to afford bringing something home without answering to your significant other). These guys can be hard to get a hold of especially on weekends, but I generally get around needing them for anything other than getting my livestock together by learning what I want/need before I even go to the store. In my experience they aren't rude and they don't ignore you, they just tend to be busier.

I don't get to Fins all that much because I feel like I can get most things from EBay and the Critter that I would get from there without the extra drive. That said, they have some nice jems from time to time.

All of them have certain things that are better/worse priced. It really almost seems at random the way the prices are.
 
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