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List of Desired Changes

Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 12:22 pm

Will update this list as time goes on, and mark which I've accomplished to keep track of my progress. Might add in how much it costs as I go.

[x] Switching to Seachem Prime and Instant Ocean - $12.62 & $10.99
[x] Digital Thermometer/Hygrometer with probe from reptilebasics - $11.99
[x] Aquarium Hood with fluorescent lighting only for daytime - $49.89
[x] Ultratherm UTH 6" by 23" - $21.99
[x] Homemade Fish Net - $1.36 & $3.98
[x] Moss pit - shower basket and Hiawatha green moss - $2.49 & $8.97
[x] Shell shop - shower basket - $2.49
[x] Air pump/Air stones - $16.25
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Re: List of Desired Changes

Post by MrTeacherDude » Mon Aug 29, 2016 4:05 pm

Air stones at max should be $1.50.

I bought 2 smaller ones from Walmart for around $1. I also got a larger one for free as an add on from Amazon(It was $1.50 if purchased). The smaller ones from WM work better than the larger one. When I set my bigger tank up, I plan on using the two smaller ones in the FWP and the larger one in the SWP on 2 separate pumps.

I think I have $15 in my air stones and "whisper" pump...

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Re: List of Desired Changes

Post by isadoraisacat » Mon Aug 29, 2016 4:39 pm

I didn't have much luck with the probe maybe you will

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Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 5:36 pm

MrTeacherDude wrote:Air stones at max should be $1.50.

I bought 2 smaller ones from Walmart for around $1. I also got a larger one for free as an add on from Amazon(It was $1.50 if purchased). The smaller ones from WM work better than the larger one. When I set my bigger tank up, I plan on using the two smaller ones in the FWP and the larger one in the SWP on 2 separate pumps.

I think I have $15 in my air stones and "whisper" pump...
I was just planning on getting all my stuff from the fish section at Meijers. It's not too expensive, and I think I'm gonna run both of the airstones off of one pump using a T valve. Save some electricity.
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Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 5:39 pm

isadoraisacat wrote:I didn't have much luck with the probe maybe you will

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If the humidity is off I think I'm just going to remember how much it is off by. Hopefully not too much of a difference though.
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Re: List of Desired Changes

Post by isadoraisacat » Mon Aug 29, 2016 5:40 pm

PinchersAndShells wrote:
isadoraisacat wrote:I didn't have much luck with the probe maybe you will

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If the humidity is off I think I'm just going to remember how much it is off by. Hopefully not too much of a difference though.
My correct gage is reading 88 % this probe reads 99 % no matter where i put it its very sensitive

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Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 5:45 pm

isadoraisacat wrote:
PinchersAndShells wrote:
isadoraisacat wrote:I didn't have much luck with the probe maybe you will

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If the humidity is off I think I'm just going to remember how much it is off by. Hopefully not too much of a difference though.
My correct gage is reading 88 % this probe reads 99 % no matter where i put it its very sensitive

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I guess I'm hearing mixed reviews about it then. I think I'll give it a shot, because I want one with a probe that I can just dangle into the crabitat so the moisture won't break the gauge.
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Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 6:29 pm

I ordered my Seachem Prime 500 mL and Instant Ocean 25 gal box. I hope it works okay, and that the crabs like it better than what I currently have.
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Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 7:18 pm

Up next - Digital Thermometer/Hydrometer, then an Aquarium Hood. Might insulate the tank somewhere in there as well.
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Re: List of Desired Changes

Post by MrTeacherDude » Mon Aug 29, 2016 7:19 pm

PinchersAndShells wrote:
MrTeacherDude wrote:Air stones at max should be $1.50.

I bought 2 smaller ones from Walmart for around $1. I also got a larger one for free as an add on from Amazon(It was $1.50 if purchased). The smaller ones from WM work better than the larger one. When I set my bigger tank up, I plan on using the two smaller ones in the FWP and the larger one in the SWP on 2 separate pumps.

I think I have $15 in my air stones and "whisper" pump...
I was just planning on getting all my stuff from the fish section at Meijers. It's not too expensive, and I think I'm gonna run both of the airstones off of one pump using a T valve. Save some electricity.
One pump will probably be sufficient, but I bought the smallest pump available and it barely bubbles my FWP now. I couldn't imagine it with a T-Valve in 2 pools lol. I'd spend $15 more dollars and get a bigger pump, but for me it's easier to use the 2 tiny ones I have...

My tank is a constant upgrade, lol. My wife says I need to find a second job just to cover the crabs! ImageImageImage

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Post by isadoraisacat » Mon Aug 29, 2016 7:55 pm

Tried to buy a t vavle tonight pet smart only sells metal ones which is bad for the crabs guess i have to order online I'm so mad because i have everything else i got a small pump too maybe i should return it for a stronger one this one was a mini 5 gallon i figured for a water pool it should work fine ?

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Post by PinchersAndShells » Mon Aug 29, 2016 8:14 pm

MrTeacherDude wrote:
PinchersAndShells wrote:
MrTeacherDude wrote:Air stones at max should be $1.50.

I bought 2 smaller ones from Walmart for around $1. I also got a larger one for free as an add on from Amazon(It was $1.50 if purchased). The smaller ones from WM work better than the larger one. When I set my bigger tank up, I plan on using the two smaller ones in the FWP and the larger one in the SWP on 2 separate pumps.

I think I have $15 in my air stones and "whisper" pump...
I was just planning on getting all my stuff from the fish section at Meijers. It's not too expensive, and I think I'm gonna run both of the airstones off of one pump using a T valve. Save some electricity.
One pump will probably be sufficient, but I bought the smallest pump available and it barely bubbles my FWP now. I couldn't imagine it with a T-Valve in 2 pools lol. I'd spend $15 more dollars and get a bigger pump, but for me it's easier to use the 2 tiny ones I have...

My tank is a constant upgrade, lol. My wife says I need to find a second job just to cover the crabs! ImageImageImage
Hahaha, I know how that feels. My friends make fun of me for it, but if only they knew how addicting hermits can be... :lol:
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Re: List of Desired Changes

Post by Kermie16 » Mon Aug 29, 2016 9:11 pm

Fun to make your own fish nets but, on the other hand, much easier and cheaper just to buy a bag of fishnet from the arts and craft store like Hobby Lobby or Miachels. :)

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Re: List of Desired Changes

Post by KayedeeLove<3 » Tue Aug 30, 2016 5:53 am

Hello, you may want to consider getting a heating pad from reptile basics also. They really thrive in the mid to upper 80's.

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Post by PinchersAndShells » Tue Aug 30, 2016 6:14 am

isadoraisacat wrote:Tried to buy a t vavle tonight pet smart only sells metal ones which is bad for the crabs guess i have to order online I'm so mad because i have everything else i got a small pump too maybe i should return it for a stronger one this one was a mini 5 gallon i figured for a water pool it should work fine ?

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Hmm... the T valve I found is fairly cheap, I don't think it's metal, but next time I go to Meijers I could double check. https://www.meijer.com/product/pet-care ... 324210.uts
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