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04/09/2018, 07:34 PM | #3501 |
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I love the extra length of the 50. Don’t get me wrong, the 40s look great as well and I love following this thread. I am caught between the 50 and 40. Haven’t heard of anyone with the 50 yet. Would love some feedback on it, if anyone out there has one!
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04/09/2018, 09:35 PM | #3502 | |
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Even if you go with the 50, can't wait to watch your build. Have you checked out new external lines? |
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04/10/2018, 05:51 AM | #3503 |
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Personally haven't thought about that yet. I have the basics already on my 28g that I can transfer over. I have two kessil a160we's, tunze ATO, and a tunze 9002 skimmer. I believe I will somewhat upgrade the skimmer for the 40 or 50 though, bc this is an older model. Still does its job well though. I would be transferring over my existing rock and livestock as well. So I would need the tank and stand, some additional cured LR, and extra starboard to use for my barebottom. Then I will be sitting pretty. I also will have the returns on the tank, maybe upgrade them if I feel its necessary, and have an MP10 ready to go.
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04/10/2018, 08:38 AM | #3504 | |
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What is this Starboard? where do you get it? |
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04/10/2018, 08:43 AM | #3505 |
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Why would you prefer a hang on back?
And this is a quick example of a link for starboard. It is a strong plastic that is reef safe. Can put it on bottom glass of the tank. I cut mine to fit my 28 and would do the same for the IM. Some people go as far as put down a reef safe glue on the starboard, and then sprinkling sand on it. This gives the natural look of the sand bed, but is really barebottom. I have never done that though. I don't mind the white look, it normally just gets covered with coral and coraline and I don't even notice it any more.
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04/10/2018, 12:16 PM | #3506 | |
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Didn't see link to the starboard? Interesting Idea, might **** off wrasses, sand sifting fish... |
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04/11/2018, 05:42 AM | #3507 |
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https://www.boatoutfitters.com/mater...king-starboard
Sorry, there is the link. Basically, you would need to stay away from sand sifting fish and fish that would sleep in the sand, such as wrasses. You can get away with gobies, but they prefer sand as well. However, these are the sacrifices you take to go barebottom. Ive thought about going with a short sand bed in the 50, because I do love wrasses and gobies, but for whatever reason, I have had serious nutrient issues with my sand bed tanks in the past. The past two tanks that I have gone bare bottom have been a lot easier to maintain.
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04/11/2018, 10:51 AM | #3508 |
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Thanks,
I've always done sand bed like the look. Never tried a bare bottom tank, might want to try a small frag tank in future might be something to look at, |
04/11/2018, 04:04 PM | #3509 | |
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No one using RADION xr15? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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04/11/2018, 04:07 PM | #3510 |
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I'm using AI 26, still trying to find a nice light schedule as well.
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04/11/2018, 05:30 PM | #3511 |
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I’m curious settings and placement of mp10 users in this group?
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04/11/2018, 09:13 PM | #3512 |
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I'm currently running one, top right (wanted to hide it), use Lagoon, about 5. I have LPS. Plus I have the new Mightyjet return pump and running that on their sine wave; 4
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04/11/2018, 09:37 PM | #3513 |
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I just got the IM wavelink . Super quiet and running “4” on pulse mode which is creating a nice wave action. I have it in the back top right corner of my 30L.
Also, I didn’t think my sicci 1.5 was loud (but I might have to go with the mighty jet if it’s as quiet as the wave link. |
04/12/2018, 11:32 PM | #3514 | |
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Which mighty jet did you get? I assume this is in a 40gal IM. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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04/13/2018, 07:34 AM | #3515 |
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Yes, it was the MJ 538
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04/13/2018, 05:21 PM | #3517 | |
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Curious about the Red Sea n03/p04. What is this for? I get the breakouts usually after I have spent time with my hands in the tank. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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04/14/2018, 08:37 PM | #3518 |
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im about to finally order my supplies for my IM 40 . im still debating on a skimmer , i had the ghost on my 20 and it was fine once it broke in. My question is for those of you with the Ghost on the 40 is it really that bad and if you had to do it over again would you buy it or something else ( tunze 9004 dc).
also how much live rock and sand are you guys running in the 40 , im being really indecisive on this build as ive been away for a year or two and feel like i forgot everything i knew TIA |
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I think I started with a about 20lbs.. And have added a few more pounds.. I pick rock LFS and built my scape, did't just get 20lbs. |
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04/19/2018, 12:10 PM | #3523 |
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Ok I finnaly add my Innovative Marine AUQA Gadget Chaetomax 2-in-1 9W Refugium LED, with a In Tank media basket. I really like the way the In Tank fits into chamber. Light mounts with velcro, very simple. There is no on/off switch which is the only drawback. I did add a timer that can control light. Add a small ball of Chaeto...will keep updates on growth, Might be getting a couple captive breed Mandrins next week. So this small Refug will help with pods, I hope.
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04/26/2018, 11:09 AM | #3524 |
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might be tough but any pics of the setup, im considering the same for my 30L
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05/09/2018, 05:57 AM | #3525 |
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I finally have the tank up and goin , will post pics this weekend if I get time. I love my vanity/stand that I modified, lots of room and looks nice IMO. Im using my hydra 26 hd , but will be using the aquatic life t-5 hybrid . I ordered an apex it should be here soon ,I will need to build a nice layout panel for it. I went with the avast marine ATO and love it. Im running the aquamaxx hob 1.5 skimmer only thing im having issue with is i need to re-plumb the intake and output to make it fit better/save room in the back . I totally love this tank, was planning on using my mp10 but the wetside died on me so i ordered the ice cap 1k gyre and are so glad i did , great flow no dead spots.
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