Live Rock From Ebay What You Think ?

[MrWhite]

Item number: 270353429380

You think its worth it if not could anyone suggest where i could get from my LFS is a total rip

also is it not good to order it online because it will be out of water for a lot longer than it would if you was to be buy it from LFS

 

[seffieuk]

Item number: 270353429380

You think its worth if not could anyone suggest where i could get from my LFS is a total rip

My sister and i bought our live rock from a chap off ebay, it was great best way to buy it is from an established tank, pop it in some water to transport and have it back in the tank as soon as possible

The rock on ebay works out at about £8 a kilo, which I am sure you know, cheaper than lfs, probably has a lot more life in and if you are close to them there will be less die off - however, you can get cheaper - have seen it for a £5 a kilo coming out of a tank break down.

Sounds like s/he has quite a lot of lr, you might just be able to bargain a £1 or so off the price

pm sent

Seffie x



ps just noticed you are in Manchester - I would hold out for someone close to you, within an hours drive that you cant transport yourself

 

[MrWhite]

Item number: 270353429380

You think its worth if not could anyone suggest where i could get from my LFS is a total rip

My sister and i bought our live rock from a chap off ebay, it was great best way to buy it is from an established tank, pop it in some water to transport and have it back in the tank as soon as possible

The rock on ebay works out at about £8 a kilo, which I am sure you know, cheaper than lfs, probably has a lot more life in and if you are close to them there will be less die off - however, you can get cheaper - have seen it for a £5 a kilo coming out of a tank break down.

Sounds like s/he has quite a lot of lr, you might just be able to bargain a £1 or so off the price

pm sent

Seffie x



ps just noticed you are in Manchester - I would hold out for someone close to you, within an hours drive that you cant transport yourself

You could hold out for someone close to me ?

 

[seffieuk]

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wait for someone closer, then you can transport yourself in water and get in tank quicker

seffie x

 

[mutantbigman2000]

Thats still a bit more than i would pay for live rock. I got mine for £6 from ebay. loads of life in it.

Check around aquarist classifieds/local reef clubs/hold out.

Another tip for ebay is to watch for some rock with a high starting price (like the one you are watching)

Wait for it not to sell and then email the guy and offer a lower amount.

I would be surprised if it would sell for £80 tbh.

 

[seffieuk]

Thats still a bit more than i would pay for live rock. I got mine for £6 from ebay. loads of life in it.

Check around aquarist classifieds/local reef clubs/hold out.

Another tip for ebay is to watch for some rock with a high starting price (like the one you are watching)

Wait for it not to sell and then email the guy and offer a lower amount.

I would be surprised if it would sell for £80 tbh.

good tip there from Mutant - suprising really thought you would be tired Mutant hope you haven't been letting the over half do the night shift

Seffie x

 

[SkiFletch]

+1 for aquarist classifieds

If you're looking to save money, always buy your LR "used" from a local aquarist. If you do find a good deal on ebay, there's nothing wrong with ordering that way. It'll just take a little more time for your rock to cure in your tank, and the patience that will teac you will serve you well in the marine world

 

[mutantbigman2000]

I didn't mean to sound anti ebay rock. I'm not. I've bought 2 lots from there and been impressed on both occasions.

My point was that i like to get a bargain from ebay and £8 a kilo plus postage isn't a bargain.