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    Default Live rock help

    Hi, I'm very new to reef systems. I have purchased a 90 gal. tank. and have had it going for 3 weeks now. I purchased 100 lbs. live sand and 90 lbs. of Fiji live rock based on my local dealers recommendations.

    I have some concern over the placement of the live rock in the tank. I have read quite a bit on-line and at the library. The more recent information suggests that you do not stack live rock up against the back of tank, due to detritus accumulation and a possible avalanche, etc.

    Attached are a couple of photos of my set-up. I have avoided touching the glass with the rock, there is at least 2-3" inches between the glass and rock anywhere in the tank. But, I don't feel very comfortable with the way it looks yet. I have observed several tanks photos and I think I have too little rock for this tank. It seems like I have to much space up top, none of the rock comes any closer than 6-7" to the top. Your thoughts and advice are appreciated...

    Thanks,
    Tony

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    graphixx - Reefkeeper CR Member
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    is that live rock or base rock???? either way it looks awesome nice scaping
    fulltankshot 1 - Live rock help

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    I think your aquascaping is gorgeous! Two thumbs way up! :D


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    rickm - Reefkeeper Registered User
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    Looks very good to me also !!!! :D

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    They are correct the best way is to not stack on back glass do to dead spots which means spots to collect waste and not enough current to remove. LOOKS great!! I set up my third salt tank today a 28 euro for a nano cube still not done with bsement for 500 gallon yet

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    Thanks for the help and feedback. More to follow...

    Tony

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