[Todd L]

Hello everyone!
My name is Todd, and I've been peeking in the forum here for quite a few months without really getting involved in much conversation. A lot of the posts I have read though have given me a lot of insight, so I do thank all of you!

I started a FOWLR tank a few years ago, and I guess almost like any hobby one wants to develop it more and more.

I have tried to keep what I have in the tank at a minimal level until I felt comfortable with the maintenance and water levels. I think I've done a good job so far, and recently decided to add a small refugium on the back....a DIY model. <grin>

Anyway......I'm glad to be here and looking forward to getting to know some of you!

Todd

[Uvajed]

Originally Posted by Todd L

Hello everyone!
My name is Todd, and I've been peeking in the forum here for quite a few months without really getting involved in much conversation. A lot of the posts I have read though have given me a lot of insight, so I do thank all of you!

I started a FOWLR tank a few years ago, and I guess almost like any hobby one wants to develop it more and more.

I have tried to keep what I have in the tank at a minimal level until I felt comfortable with the maintenance and water levels. I think I've done a good job so far, and recently decided to add a small refugium on the back....a DIY model. <grin>

Anyway......I'm glad to be here and looking forward to getting to know some of you!

Todd

Yes! Another newbie! Welcome aboard, lot's of stuff here! Take some time and read the old stuff, there's a ton of good info. I look forward to seeing you around!

[Todd L]

Yes.....a relative newbie here! I've actually had my tank for about 2 years now, but honestly still consider myself quite the newbie as I have not studied as much as I know I could/should have. I've tried to keep things as simple as possible so I don't wind up making any expensive mistakes...cheap ones I can afford! lol

I've been reading lots of old posts, and have actually been trying to read some here and there over the past year. I just haven't really been involved much. Sorry gang.....there is just sooooo much to read!! lol

I neglected to mention in my first post that it is a 38gal tank that I have. I am running it with a Marineland cannister C-220, a Seaclone 100 skimmer and I have a small powerhead inside for more flow. Levels have been consistently good forever except my nitrates have always remained in the 30 range. This is what led me to attempt a DIY refugium, which I posted about in the DIY thread with a few questions....tho now after reading it again and thinking some more I do think I posted the flow rate higher than what it actually is. I think the rate of flow is a lot closer to 100gph as opposed to the 380 I wrote. Anyway.....if anyone has any advice about it I'd be eternally grateful!
I am fortunate to have a local shop that has been very helpful with advice, and they really have an extensive array of reef tanks in their store so I have to think they know what they're doing.

Anyway......thanks for the welcome!

[eldalote2]

Welcome Todd! I did the same thing as you, lurked around the site for a few months and then finally joined. you will love it here!

[RyanG]

Welcome to RB Todd!

[pyromaniac398]

Welcome

[Hosser]

Welcome aboard.... Use Chat ( Im gonna start telling everyone so we get more movement on it)

[pogodzib]

Welcome to RB Todd

[Uvajed]

Originally Posted by hosser

Welcome aboard.... Use Chat ( Im gonna start telling everyone so we get more movement on it)

Hey! Let me know, I'll be there!

[Uvajed]

Originally Posted by Todd L

Yes.....a relative newbie here! I've actually had my tank for about 2 years now, but honestly still consider myself quite the newbie as I have not studied as much as I know I could/should have. I've tried to keep things as simple as possible so I don't wind up making any expensive mistakes...cheap ones I can afford! lol

I've been reading lots of old posts, and have actually been trying to read some here and there over the past year. I just haven't really been involved much. Sorry gang.....there is just sooooo much to read!! lol

I neglected to mention in my first post that it is a 38gal tank that I have. I am running it with a Marineland cannister C-220, a Seaclone 100 skimmer and I have a small powerhead inside for more flow. Levels have been consistently good forever except my nitrates have always remained in the 30 range. This is what led me to attempt a DIY refugium, which I posted about in the DIY thread with a few questions....tho now after reading it again and thinking some more I do think I posted the flow rate higher than what it actually is. I think the rate of flow is a lot closer to 100gph as opposed to the 380 I wrote. Anyway.....if anyone has any advice about it I'd be eternally grateful!
I am fortunate to have a local shop that has been very helpful with advice, and they really have an extensive array of reef tanks in their store so I have to think they know what they're doing.

Anyway......thanks for the welcome!

I meant new to the forum. You're way more advanced than I am with tanks, and hopefully, you'll be around for the do's and don'ts, and I can pick your brain. I'm still looking at what crabs to buy! I hope to see you around the threads!

Uvajed

[Uvajed]

Originally Posted by eldalote2

Welcome Todd! I did the same thing as you, lurked around the site for a few months and then finally joined. you will love it here!

I've been reading this site for about a half year. So, we all kinda did the same. I'm so glad I joined!