j0hnny Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 yes to all Is there a volume restriction? Link to comment
Weetabix7 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 Is there a volume restriction? You can't plumb your contest tank into already existing tanks or refugiums. Other than that do whatcha want as long as you count refugium and plumbing supplies in the budget. Refugium tanks aren't "free", like the contest tank is. Link to comment
Ryan_H Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Awesome, I'll PM you soon. What size tank you wanna do? I know you can get stuff for wholesale prices (right?), but you checked out my addendum A on pricing things, right? oh yeah, 10 gallon. and i did see addendum a, and have no problem whatsoever with it. a lot of times i've seen things sold on here for at or below even wholesale prices, so it may actually be in my favor lol. a lot of the corals that go into this tank will be frags from my existing tanks anyway. oh, and i've already run into an equipment price question: the 50w visi-stealth heater i picked up cost me 16.25 wholesale, but marine depot has them for 15.29. which price would you want me to use? PS: weetie i got your pm, and will send the payment ASAP. i would send it now, but my bank account is low and wachovia is hiding my available balance from me with some maintenance bs, so i'll wait till midnight to avoid an overdraft. Link to comment
Weetabix7 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 oh yeah, 10 gallon. and i did see addendum a, and have no problem whatsoever with it. a lot of times i've seen things sold on here for at or below even wholesale prices, so it may actually be in my favor lol. a lot of the corals that go into this tank will be frags from my existing tanks anyway. oh, and i've already run into an equipment price question: the 50w visi-stealth heater i picked up cost me 16.25 wholesale, but marine depot has them for 15.29. which price would you want me to use? PS: weetie i got your pm, and will send the payment ASAP. i would send it now, but my bank account is low and wachovia is hiding my available balance from me with some maintenance bs, so i'll wait till midnight to avoid an overdraft. Midnight tonight is fine on the Paypal. That's an interesting question on the heater. Just go by the wholesale price you paid for it, I guess. FOR EVERYONE ELSE: I still need to have the PayPal entry fee from several people, and there are still a few people who need to start their tank thread as well. Please be sure to take care of that by midnight EST on Wed, 9/17 if you want to be a part of the contest. There are a few people that I've talked to who have delays of just a few days due to things like Hurricane Ike. I'm not talking about you guys. Everyone else: GIT R DONE!!! Link to comment
Ryan_H Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Midnight tonight is fine on the Paypal. That's an interesting question on the heater. Just go by the wholesale price you paid for it, I guess. awesome. will do. Link to comment
angelacbishop Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Here's mine! Contest Thread: http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=170314 Link to comment
Seiryoku Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Anything under $15 is free correct? I have a used 50 stealth heater that is $15.29 new, $11.47 when the used rule is applied. Is it free or would I use $11.47? Link to comment
dshnarw Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Anything under $15 is free correct? I have a used 50 stealth heater that is $15.29 new, $11.47 when the used rule is applied. Is it free or would I use $11.47? the rule states "accessories under $15" are free, with a list including thermometers, glass cleaners, etc. I personally don't consider a heater to be an accessory, so I would say $11.47. We'll wait for a ruling for K or Weet, but I imagine they'll say the same. Link to comment
Seiryoku Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Ah, accessories >_< Heater isn't one of those m(_ _)m A maxi-jet 400 used in my SOB fuge probably isn't one either. (ノ^_^)ノ Link to comment
dshnarw Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Ah, accessories >_< Heater isn't one of those m(_ _)m A maxi-jet 400 used in my SOB fuge probably isn't one either. (ノ^_^)ノ Lalani...I need a translation!! Link to comment
Seiryoku Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Lalani...I need a translation!! m(_ _)m = appologizing (ノ^_^)ノ = giving up (throwing hands in the air) ヘ(^_^ヘ)(ノ^_^)ノ Link to comment
dshnarw Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 m(_ _)m = appologizing (ノ^_^)ノ = giving up (throwing hands in the air) ヘ(^_^ヘ)(ノ^_^)ノ oh...thanks you sure you aren't Asian??? Link to comment
Weetabix7 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 Seiryoku, heater is "free" (under $15 rule), fuge mj400 isn't free. Link to comment
dshnarw Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Seiryoku, heater is "free" (under $15 rule), fuge mj400 isn't free. maybe i pm you... Link to comment
Seiryoku Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 If the heater is free why wouldn't the maxi-jet be as well? Just curious, not complaining ( ･_･) I have 0% asian in me. Link to comment
KMitch Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Addendum A.1 (weetie please add to main post) If you purchase something at a steal of a deal from a N-R.com sponsor you do not have to deal with 'fair market value' etc. Example: Mr. Coral regularly has 50% off or buy one get one specials that are available to greater N-R.com members, so if you pay $10 and get 2 pieces that normally would cost $20, you only pay the $10. This is in hopes that some sponsors will want to have specials aimed specifically at this unofficial contest Link to comment
Weetabix7 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 Addendum A.1 (weetie please add to main post) If you purchase something at a steal of a deal from a N-R.com sponsor you do not have to deal with 'fair market value' etc. Example: Mr. Coral regularly has 50% off or buy one get one specials that are available to greater N-R.com members, so if you pay $10 and get 2 pieces that normally would cost $20, you only pay the $10. This is in hopes that some sponsors will want to have specials aimed specifically at this unofficial contest I don't mind adding it, but wouldn't this be covered under the last item of Addendum A? Also, after talking it over, Kmitch and I have decided that any equipment or supplies under $15 are free. You just need to be able to back up your claim that you paid less than $15 for it. This doesn't count for livestock! All livestock, regardless of price must be deducted from the budget. Except for LR of course. SEIRYOKU TAKE NOTE!! ^^^ Link to comment
KMitch Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 It was just to clarify that point further Link to comment
Seiryoku Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Note taken! Still have a question though. The maxi-jet sells for under $15 new, so it is free for sure. The heater sells for $15.29 new, but I'm using an old used one. With the 75% rule it is under $15, so is it free or does the new price have to be used when deciding on something being free or not? (even if it is used) (･_･?) Link to comment
dshnarw Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 I don't mind adding it, but wouldn't this be covered under the last item of Addendum A? Also, after talking it over, Kmitch and I have decided that any equipment or supplies under $15 are free. You just need to be able to back up your claim that you paid less than $15 for it. This doesn't count for livestock! All livestock, regardless of price must be deducted from the budget. Except for LR of course. SEIRYOKU TAKE NOTE!! ^^^ TY for clarifying Weet Link to comment
KMitch Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Note taken! Still have a question though. The maxi-jet sells for under $15 new, so it is free for sure. The heater sells for $15.29 new, but I'm using an old used one. With the 75% rule it is under $15, so is it free or does the new price have to be used when deciding on something being free or not? (even if it is used) (･_･?) I think Weetie would agree that if its final value is less than $15 its free. This $15 rule is to allow folks to buy the equipment that makes reef keeping enjoyable without having to deduct it from the budget-- things like a thermometer, glass cleaners, hydrometer, etc, etc, etc. Its not designed so you can wheel and deal and cut corners to get stuff under $15. (not implying anyone is doing that) In my mind I think your lighting, filteration (depending what you use), and livestock will be the bulk of most people's budgets and that is the goal since those three things all directly influence each other more than the kind of heater you have in there. We want people to get creative and demonstrate their ability to build a beautiful reef on a limited budget so that those people who say "I can't afford it" on here can see tons of examples of how easy it can be to afford this hobby if you plan well. Link to comment
Seiryoku Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Cool, I think I'm out of questions for once! ζ~（∂_∂）~ζ Link to comment
Weetabix7 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 This might be a cool thing for someone's contest tank: http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?...p;#entry1815298 Link to comment
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