Michael's 168 build

[H2OPlayar]

Cool nudibranch! And another impressive aptasia specimen!

To eat, or not to eat? (Don't mind the cloudy water, I was wet skimming and intentionally making a mess of my substrate)

 

[jstiltne]

I had the chance to meet Michael and his amazing tanks today, it was truly inspiring to meet someone with so much passion for the game. If you are interested in seeing a success story built on hard work, lessons learned, dedication, patience, and perhaps a few bucks spent (lol) then this is the guy to see. To boot, I don't think I've ever met someone so welcoming and helpful to me upon first meeting, really enjoyed my time at Michael's place. We were able to chat about salt, fresh, plants, diving, tank tech, and he certainly hooked me up more than just the zoas I grabbed from him. Thanks so much for your time Michael, keep in touch and I'll see you around BAR events!

 

[Kensington Reefer]

I had the chance to meet Michael and his amazing tanks today, it was truly inspiring to meet someone with so much passion for the game. If you are interested in seeing a success story built on hard work, lessons learned, dedication, patience, and perhaps a few bucks spent (lol) then this is the guy to see. To boot, I don't think I've ever met someone so welcoming and helpful to me upon first meeting, really enjoyed my time at Michael's place. We were able to chat about salt, fresh, plants, diving, tank tech, and he certainly hooked me up more than just the zoas I grabbed from him. Thanks so much for your time Michael, keep in touch and I'll see you around BAR events!
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Proof that if you $upport the club
The club will $uppot you!
Think of the years of experience and financial investment...the wisdom that he has
And shared with you

Best fishes
Happy reefing

 

[H2OPlayar]

We can see the exact moment that my refugium lights turn off, and the macro algae stops photosynthesizing.

@Blaise006 how's that for a ph boost?

Here is the usually ph swing, not sure why the big one yesterday.

 

[grizfyrfyter]

Are you worried about such a large pH change?

 

[H2OPlayar]

Are you worried about such a large pH change?

I tend to not worry about much in my tank at this point. It is like driving a cruise ship. Making small adjustments over time so everything in my tank is used to it. For refugium lights, I have been ramping up intensity of fuge lights as I upgrade, and the corals seem to be fine.

 

[H2OPlayar]

Sponges everywhere!

Huge sponges!

Happy and fluffy hammer and frogspawns

 

[Kensington Reefer]

Fluffy and happy
But that sponge will grow up and over....
I recommend a toothbrush and a siphon

It’s a great filter feeder but “does not play well with others”

 

[grizfyrfyter]

Fluffy and happy
But that sponge will grow up and over....
I recommend a toothbrush and a siphon

It’s a great filter feeder but “does not play well with others”

Maybe relocate to the fuge?

 

[Blaise006]

PSH 8.6+ or bust!

 

[H2OPlayar]

Two more tubastria heads that spawned!

Fragged and still growing

 

[H2OPlayar]

Nice birdnest vs Stylo arch

Frag the ORA Froskin, get 3 coralites growing off it

SPS side

Short side

So many coralites!!!

Entry side

GMK's!!! And some other cool one. Who wants to learn to frag next?

Monti fighting rock!

 

[B the Nano Reefer]

GMK's!!! And some other cool one. Who wants to learn to frag next?

I’ve missed you a few times! Still hoping to connect at some point to learn to frag zoas.

 

[Coral reefer]

It’s too crowded in there! And shame on you for frag racks. Be a gentleman and get a frag tank already!

 

[ridgebackreefer]

Damn, the growth on everything is real! Next thing you know, the whole house will be taken over!

 

[Coral reefer]

It’s too crowded in there! And shame on you for frag racks. Be a gentleman and get a frag tank already!

I know a guy…

 

[H2OPlayar]

I’ve missed you a few times! Still hoping to connect at some point to learn to frag zoas.

You know where the tank is, come on down!

 

[B the Nano Reefer]

You know where the tank is, come on down!

Thanks. I’ll be in touch!

 

[Devon]

Awesome update Michael! Super impressed with this tank journal. Can’t wait to see the tank in person.

 

[rdriggett]

Awesome update Michael! Super impressed with this tank journal Can’t wait to see the tank in person.

It’s really cool in person! Had the pleasure of seeing it 3 times now. Each time is unique.