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Unread 12/08/2005, 03:05 PM   #51
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if you had a power failure, wouldnt your heater be turned off anyways???

i guess you meant to say pump failure.


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Unread 12/08/2005, 05:19 PM   #52
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surfnvb7: Yes, I did mean pump failure, not power failure. That's what happens when you type faster than you think


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Unread 12/09/2005, 11:03 AM   #53
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isn't the pump for the AC110 way too strong for the 10g? i would think all the sand would be blow everywhere. did you replace the pump with another one?


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Unread 12/11/2005, 04:28 PM   #54
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No kept the original pump. no sand issues.


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Unread 12/14/2005, 08:48 AM   #55
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Hi, here is a pic of my 10 gallon which I started Nov.5, 2005 based on this thread. I use an AC 110 with the same mod and put the heater in there.I find it is the perfect amount of flow once the water passes the baffles and macroalgae. I am not putting a powerhead in the main tank.:


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Unread 12/14/2005, 09:05 AM   #56
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frosstman or reefdude,

could you perhaps take a pic of the outside of the tank so i can see how big the AC110 is relation to the tank? thanks.


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Unread 12/14/2005, 10:23 AM   #57
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i'm using an ac110 on mine also and love it! great looking tank here!


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Unread 12/14/2005, 12:34 PM   #58
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TheUltimateNoob, here are two shots where you can see the filter on the back.


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Unread 12/14/2005, 12:36 PM   #59
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I have a CoraLife fixture sitting on the AC110 which provides light for the macro. The filter cover is translucent enough to let the light through.


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Unread 12/14/2005, 01:31 PM   #60
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awesome...thanks for the pics frosstman.

i'm planning on setting up a tank exactly like that. i can't wait.


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Unread 12/14/2005, 01:39 PM   #61
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frost u have nothing running on your tank other than the filter for flow?? i have a maxi-jet 400 (believe that's what it is...the smallest one) and i seem to have quite a few dead spots when all i have on is the AC110..


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Unread 12/15/2005, 06:54 AM   #62
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That is all I have and everything seems to be waving in the current. I only plan to add a powerhead if absolutely needed as I want a clean look in such a small tank.


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Unread 12/15/2005, 08:41 AM   #63
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That is all I have and everything seems to be waving in the current. I only plan to add a powerhead if absolutely needed as I want a clean look in such a small tank.
grrr...now i'm thinking maybe it's my rock work and i might have to move stuff around. i'm going for the same look and would prefer to just have the intake tube showing in the tank.......




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Unread 12/15/2005, 12:59 PM   #64
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Hi, all. Sorry for the hiatus.

muzscman: To add a powerhead, or not to add a powerhead that is the question. The answer depends on your aquascaping. I had the AC110 and a powersweep in my tank, I say had cause the tank sprung a leak about 2 weeks ago and I had to tear it down for now. The rock and inhabitants are living comfortably in my 58 gallon at the moment, which I am glad I was putting together at the time the tank leaked.

Anyway, depending on how your rocks are arranged the AC may not provide enough flow and a powerhead may be necessary.

frosstman: Awesome looking tank. I'm happy that my mod inspired you to setup your tank, it looks great. I hope your 10 gallon fairs better than mine did.


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Unread 12/15/2005, 01:12 PM   #65
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Here is the best pic I have showing the size of the AC in relation to the tank.




Here are some pics of my 58.


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Unread 12/15/2005, 04:28 PM   #66
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Reeef dude, thanks for the compliment and thanks for the inspiration and direction. Here is a pic of my 79 gallon at home. And another


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Unread 12/15/2005, 08:49 PM   #67
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Awesome tank frosstman


I am happy that my thread could be of help to you, that was my whole reason for documenting and posting it. I remember what is was like when I first got started in the hobby, and even now, it is one thing to read someones opinion and advice, but entirely another animal when some one actually shows you what they are talking about and the end result of the process. Those where the times I learned the most, when I could read it and SEE it.


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Unread 12/15/2005, 09:50 PM   #68
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awsome tank


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Unread 12/16/2005, 02:02 PM   #69
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very awesome tank frosstman.....looks like the maxi-jet is staying in my tank....




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Unread 01/13/2006, 07:16 AM   #70
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I added a firefish to my nano on Jan.7, 2006. Also added 4 astrea snails and 6 hermits. Corals are growing well. How are those other 10 g nanos based on this thread doing?


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Unread 01/13/2006, 08:27 AM   #71
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Ok guys,
i am going to follow suit! i am looking to set up an anemone and clown tank. get a few questions...
first, do i need that much light to support the anemone's?
second, on the refugium, the first baffle, would have worked better to have it 1/2" off bottom and left tall, or would this make the water pass the heater too quick?
third, how far from the top should the baffles be?
forth, on the refugium light, you put a PC bulb in a standard socket?
fifth, you mentioned a reverse timer - where do i find these?
ok, 2 more, the filter pad, did you place it in an established tank first, or just use it fresh? how often do you replace it?

i am thinking of making my rock tall enough to "hide" the pickup tube and power head if needed.

anyone have anymore pictures? - oops that was another one right? - dang it, again!
Thanks for all your help!
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Unread 01/16/2006, 09:47 AM   #72
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I too have started a nano for my office based on this thread ... built everything up yesterday (including a totally cool stand and canopy). I'll post pictures tonight.


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Unread 01/16/2006, 11:34 AM   #73
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I have lots of empty ten gallons.I know what I will do now.I am also relitivly new to reef keeping and i was wondering what the green coral on the left hand side of your tank is?It's really pretty.
I have a 1.6gallon pico reef and Ive done lots of mods to it.I will try to get some pics later.


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Unread 01/16/2006, 01:35 PM   #74
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Which tank do you mean? Do you mean the candycane coral in my tank?


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Unread 01/17/2006, 12:34 PM   #75
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So here is my progress ...


Tank with canopy and ever so small base



The modified AC110



I decided to use some more of the left over parts instead of cutting slits in the acrylic




I am really pumped about getting it in my office. I have to either stain it or paint it.


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