Just wanted to post my updates on the battle of HA that I reported almost a month ago. As many of you know my frustrations were at the highest level and I was ready to shut the tank down and start over with it. The good Doc along with several others in ARC gave me a lead to raise my Mag to 1800 using kent's Tech M which I sort of followed but changed brands.
Here is the update:
I went to purchase the Kent Tech M at the store but it was not stocked. I spoke with a reputable person whom referred me to Brightwell Magnesion stating it was basically the same thing. Since I was desperate at this point, I decided to try it...hey, what could it hurt?
That was 3 almost 4 weeks ago. I took it slow and finally as of today reaching 1850 Mag level. I have noticed that as of around the 1650 mark I have had yellowing/browning of the HA and removing it manually became easier such as plucking or in some cases, turned to dust on contact. I have experienced some minimal growth but not as accellerated as in the past. Most of the rock is now clear of any HA except a few small spots. My back glass still has it's share of off colored green HA. My mag float removes most but still a few tough areas. My power head still has some attached fairly well but it is slowly going away.
I have lost some corals in the process due IMO to the HA taking over on them. It's a sacrifice I have to make. Nem's, clams, fish are all fine...no side effects. Some corals still a bit hesitant to open.
I will hold it at this level for about 3 weeks and give more updates along the way.
This was a good test to see if the Brightwell product worked as I have had many inquirys about my results. the war is not over yet but I can finally see some light coming from the end of the tunnel.
Thank you all who have supported me through this process...I do not wish it on anyone.
Here is the update:
I went to purchase the Kent Tech M at the store but it was not stocked. I spoke with a reputable person whom referred me to Brightwell Magnesion stating it was basically the same thing. Since I was desperate at this point, I decided to try it...hey, what could it hurt?
That was 3 almost 4 weeks ago. I took it slow and finally as of today reaching 1850 Mag level. I have noticed that as of around the 1650 mark I have had yellowing/browning of the HA and removing it manually became easier such as plucking or in some cases, turned to dust on contact. I have experienced some minimal growth but not as accellerated as in the past. Most of the rock is now clear of any HA except a few small spots. My back glass still has it's share of off colored green HA. My mag float removes most but still a few tough areas. My power head still has some attached fairly well but it is slowly going away.
I have lost some corals in the process due IMO to the HA taking over on them. It's a sacrifice I have to make. Nem's, clams, fish are all fine...no side effects. Some corals still a bit hesitant to open.
I will hold it at this level for about 3 weeks and give more updates along the way.
This was a good test to see if the Brightwell product worked as I have had many inquirys about my results. the war is not over yet but I can finally see some light coming from the end of the tunnel.
Thank you all who have supported me through this process...I do not wish it on anyone.
