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tkeracer619 · 01/03/2018, 10:22 AM

I would insulate those pipes. Garages can get hot in the summer and the problem could be the opposite come summertime. Other than that 76 isn't bad, but you are burning some electricity if the heaters have to stay on to keep it that temp.

01/03/2018, 10:22 AM	#9
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	I would insulate those pipes. Garages can get hot in the summer and the problem could be the opposite come summertime. Other than that 76 isn't bad, but you are burning some electricity if the heaters have to stay on to keep it that temp. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.