Recent content by kderobertis

What RSM tank is this referring to?

Short cuts will burn you in this hobby. If you don't like the maintenance, then this is not the hobby for you.

Rea Sea really knows how to drag something out.

Personally, I think your tank is not mature enough for an anemone, at 3 months old.

The chiller comes on maybe 5-6 times a day, but with the 90 degree turns from the accessory port to the chiller and back, there is quite a reduction in flow. Also, Eheim 5000 has a max flow rate of 1320 gph not 5000.

I have the Eheim 5000+ at 100% with the JBJ 1/5 chiller in the cabinet and still would like more flow than is currently provided.

Not using eggcrates on the bottom of your tank to support your rock?

JBJ 1/5hp

When I feed a little heavy, I see changes within the tank within 2-3 days. The RSM 250 has it's limitations based on the current stock setup, so first thing I would do is look at the amount your feeding. Also try Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter7...

What's your feeding like? What nutrients are being added to the tank?

All pumps off, MP-40 stays on

Every three days

You must be running the skimmer more on the dry side to get clump like that?

Put the female in a breeders net, for three weeks. Personally, once they start fighting like that, the female most likely wants a new partner.

I think AIO (All In One) tanks are great for the beginner. I had mine for 15 months, but once you gain experience, you see the AIO systems have limits. I think an RSM 130/250 are great starter tanks, see if you really enjoy the hobby and learn as you go. The the keys is being patient!