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Is anyone interested in a huge bulk carbon purchase.
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what kind?
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Dunno, was a thought. One of the advantages of having so many reefers in a close proximity (MBRK) is being able to buy a 10 gallon bucket of carbon and split it up. Save us all money.
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Post by Brandon »

I would definetly want in on this. Count me in for $30-50 worth :)
Found this: http://www.oceanproaquatics.com/shop/pr ... cts_id/323

Found a few more 55lb bulk deals, most are over $200.
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Very doable if we get enough people.
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I'm in if it's good carbon.
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same here, i was going to purchase a 50lb bag but i think think this will be easier
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i'm in.
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If anyone sees any good links for carbon let me know.
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Post by Brandon »

Gotta ressurect this.. Anyone found any deals on buying it in bulk?
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Post by Brandon »

Few more;

http://www.pets-warehouse.com/vpasp/sho ... search=yes

http://www.pets-warehouse.com/vpasp/sho ... search=yes


http://www.thevintnervault.com/Catalog/chemicals.htm (bottom of page)


I've heard of some brands leaching phosphates... but dont know any specifics on this... guess I should look into it.
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The first two do not seem to work.
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Post by Brandon »

You're right.. If you do a search on the link for carbon it will show up with the 55lb bulk
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