Mr. Saltwater Tank

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How to Power a Boat with Aquarium Gear

Aquarium gear can have many uses: RODI water makes great sweet tea and LEDs makes nice mood lighting.

But what about using a powerhead as a trolling motor to bring home the…err..fish…to feed your family?

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Mr. Saltwater Tank TV Friday AM Quick Tip #42: Felt is So Last Year

You’ve got 2 choices and I’ll make it easy for you.

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Mr. Saltwater Tank Covers SeaMax 2011

Leaving southern Texas in the heat of summer is a given. Then combine the escape trip with a stop at the first ever Seattle Marine Aquarium Expo and you have a reef keeper’s weekend get away.

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Mr. Saltwater Tank TV Friday AM Quick Tip #41: Using Fishing Line to Feed Your Fish

Instead of a hook on the end, this is more useful.

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Mr. Saltwater Tank TV Friday AM Quick Tip #40: Let Your Light Shine

I want to see your reflection for maximum effect.

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Set It And Forget It: Getting Your Saltwater Tank On Cruise Control

Most people think saltwater tanks require a lot of time to keep them looking great and therefore are hard to maintain.

I think that’s one of the biggest myths about saltwater tanks. The truth is once your tank is on …

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Mr. Saltwater Tank TV Friday AM Quick Tip #39: Parameters Out of Control? Put a Lid on it!

Test didn’t come out where you wanted it? Try this tip.

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Refugiums in a Saltwater Tank: Viable Nutrient Control or Just a Safe Harbor?

Refugiums in a saltwater tank are very common, and often misunderstood. From the types of algae to put in them to how to light them, debates about refugiums are always raging.

What’s my take on the topics of the refugium …

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Mr. Saltwater Tank TV Friday AM Quick Tip #38: Test Me Too!

I might sit off by myself, but I still need to be tested.

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Mr. Saltwater Tank LED Experiment Update

Fat Jack has been up and running for 8 weeks now and we’ve encountered an unexpected bump in the road and I’ve gotten more evidence for my opinion on LEDs in a saltwater tank.

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