RULES of REEFING

[Myteemouse]

We need a Official (unofficial) list of rules to reefing thread (maybe a sticky)
so we need lots of input and possibly a vote or poll..

for example
#2 suction cups will fail
#3 if you don't test for it don't add it..
and so on and so forth

Feel free to add anything you have learned

 

[sks4613]

Let's keep it to actual reefing, as the original poster intended.

 

[gilmour01]

do it right the first time or you will be doing it again down the road. this applies to equipment etc..

 

[emerald525]

If you test for it make sure your test is accurate before making changes
If you do make changes, go slow

 

[juicemonkey]

Dont buy live items from corporate stores!!!! Support local Fish Stores!!

 

[clowns101]

Dont underestimate changes in water chemistry on corals!

 

[revsgirl]

Great idea!! We should have a check list for those who have coral or fish dying off, too! Everyone can add what they've experienced, maybe something someone wouldn't otherwise think to check!! :D

 

[kthehun89]

don't throw up in your tank

 

[damac20]

Don't leave home, something will go wrong when you're not there to fix it.

 

[starfire550]

Yea! vacation huh worried the whole time, wish i could of relaxed you all know what i mean?

 

[Myteemouse]

How bout
RESEARCH all live stock BEFORE you buy it.
AND
Buy the good lights and skimmer first not after you bought a cheaper one and realize you wasted time and money.

 

[Rayzback]

only bad things happen fast...

 

[Myteemouse]

I think rule #1 should be a contest..
I could ask a few members here and we could pick the winner.
I could send the winner a 3 polyp frag of everlasting gobbstopper palys.

 

[juicemonkey]

Have a trusted friend/reefer to watch you tank if you need to leave!!!!

 

[juicemonkey]

Don't swallow, when syphoning!!!

 

[jordan3548]

When resealing your tank use GE Silicone #1 not number 2 with the mold deterent.

 

[jordan3548]

ALWAYS use GFCI outlets believe me they can make you feel more comfortable

 

[NeosNano]

Read!

 

[nixer]

buyer beware! there is tons of scammers out there. look for reviews on everyone and i mean everyone!

 

[whip1]

never play dress up with your clownfish.