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Unread 12/10/2018, 10:50 AM   #1
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Office Fluval Edge

Was given a Fluval Edge 6 gallon tank as the person did not like the small opening on the top, I mentioned that the glass top can come off and the tank would still be perfectly safe but he didn't want it. So first thing was the glass top came off and I ditched the filter and light

Started Dec 7, 2018

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light: Kessil A80 tuna blue
circulation: Hydor Pico 180 x2
heater: 50 watt

Didn't weigh the rock or sand but I went off of looks.

Stocking will be pretty light, probably do some sexy shrimp maybe a pom pom crab. For fish I might do a firefish. Corals will be zoas, acans, and a few sps.

Dry setup


and with water


Will be creating a cover for the box that extends up from the base to dress up the cables a little.


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Unread 12/14/2018, 06:25 PM   #2
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Looks great. Any plans for hob filter to remove particulates from the display?


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Unread 12/14/2018, 07:50 PM   #3
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Looks great. Any plans for hob filter to remove particulates from the display?
Thanks. As for the HOB, not at the moment


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Unread 12/23/2018, 09:15 AM   #4
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I started one about six weeks ago. Got bryopsis after 5 weeks from a piece of live rock I used to seed the tank.

It looks really good with the top off. I kept mine on and have concerns when it comes time to use a razor blade.


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Unread 12/23/2018, 09:18 AM   #5
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I started one about six weeks ago. Got bryopsis after 5 weeks from a piece of live rock I used to seed the tank.



It looks really good with the top off. I kept mine on and have concerns when it comes time to use a razor blade.
Looks good. As for removing the top, it was pretty easy. I use DE safety razors so I used one if those (Feather blades). They are thinner than a razor blade and did a great job. Just used gloves and a set of small vise grips to hold the blade

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Unread 12/23/2018, 09:40 AM   #6
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Looks good. As for removing the top, it was pretty easy. I use DE safety razors so I used one if those (Feather blades). They are thinner than a razor blade and did a great job. Just used gloves and a set of small vise grips to hold the blade

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Nice, I think I'll leave my top on cause I already made the lighting set up.

Are you planning on more equipment and what are you plans for nutrient export?


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Unread 12/23/2018, 09:42 AM   #7
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No filtration at this time. Just water changes to start then I'll go from there depending on how it's working out

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Unread 12/23/2018, 11:31 AM   #8
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No filtration at this time. Just water changes to start then I'll go from there depending on how it's working out

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I don't have any real filtration at the moment myself but I did use some batting over the intake to take out the fine stuff and keep the water clear.

What are your plans for cycling the tank


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Unread 12/23/2018, 11:34 AM   #9
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Also do you find you pumps noisy the clip on mine is weak I'm thinking I'll have to super glue it to stop the rattling


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Unread 12/23/2018, 01:31 PM   #10
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Hello it was a good idea to remove the top glass, hard to keep the glasses clean with it in place. Had such an aquarium a while ago, the filtration solved with an external filter with a little live rock in it.
kind regards syd.


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Unread 01/07/2019, 09:05 PM   #11
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Was given a Fluval Edge 6 gallon tank as the person did not like the small opening on the top, I mentioned that the glass top can come off and the tank would still be perfectly safe but he didn't want it. So first thing was the glass top came off and I ditched the filter and light

Started Dec 7, 2018

Equipment:
light: Kessil A80 tuna blue
circulation: Hydor Pico 180 x2
heater: 50 watt

Didn't weigh the rock or sand but I went off of looks.

Stocking will be pretty light, probably do some sexy shrimp maybe a pom pom crab. For fish I might do a firefish. Corals will be zoas, acans, and a few sps.

Dry setup


and with water


Will be creating a cover for the box that extends up from the base to dress up the cables a little.
Hey how is your tank doing. Do you have any pictures?


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Unread 01/25/2019, 11:35 AM   #12
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Tanks is chugging along. First life is going in today, couple of snails and a pom pom crab.


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Unread 01/27/2019, 01:26 PM   #13
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Looks good. As for removing the top, it was pretty easy. I use DE safety razors so I used one if those (Feather blades). They are thinner than a razor blade and did a great job. Just used gloves and a set of small vise grips to hold the blade

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Hi! I just picked up an Edge and was it difficult to get the top off?

Also, if I take the top off could I use the original equipment still?

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Unread 02/01/2019, 11:13 AM   #14
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Hi! I just picked up an Edge and was it difficult to get the top off?

Also, if I take the top off could I use the original equipment still?

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Sorry for the delay. Removing the top was very easy, just take your time and go slow. As mentioned instead of a razor blade I used a DE Safety razor (Feather Blade), much thinner than a razor blade. Just used a pair of vise grips to hold the blade while moving it.

Without the top on you would not be able to use the black cover that hides the light as it sits on top of the tank, other than that you can use all original equipment


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Unread 02/01/2019, 11:19 AM   #15
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Sorry for the delay. Removing the top was very easy, just take your time and go slow. As mentioned instead of a razor blade I used a DE Safety razor (Feather Blade), much thinner than a razor blade. Just used a pair of vise grips to hold the blade while moving it.



Without the top on you would not be able to use the black cover that hides the light as it sits on top of the tank, other than that you can use all original equipment
Thanks! My goal in taking off the top would be to be able to clean it and capture inhabitants if needed. I was planning on setting the top back in place.

Would the weight of the top once unattached put undue stress on the sides and possibly cause a problem? I came across several comments in the web that removing the top could cause breaks in the corner seals and leak.

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Unread 02/01/2019, 11:25 AM   #16
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Thanks! My goal in taking off the top would be to be able to clean it and capture inhabitants if needed. I was planning on setting the top back in place.

Would the weight of the top once unattached put undue stress on the sides and possibly cause a problem? I came across several comments in the web that removing the top could cause breaks in the corner seals and leak.

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No issues with the corner seals as the blades are sharp enough to cut and not pull on the silicon. So the silicone going up the sides is still intact. I have no fears that my tank would leak from removing the top as I did. As for removing it and putting it back I think that may be asking for trouble depending on where the tank is located. I'd be afraid of something causing it to shift, possibly fall. Plus if you use the original filter you would need to remove that in order to remove the glass top each time you want access to the tank.


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Unread 02/01/2019, 11:49 AM   #17
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Unread 02/01/2019, 11:53 AM   #18
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Very nice. Going to be removing the top glass and change my lighting for mine. It's to hard to work on with the glass top


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Unread 02/04/2019, 10:42 AM   #19
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Unread 02/12/2019, 11:04 AM   #20
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Love your video! Thank you for sharing! I think porcelain crabs have been my favorite reef critter ever. Your little pom pom is adorable!


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such a cool crab, never tried one before but maybe I will add one to my nano


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such a cool crab, never tried one before but maybe I will add one to my nano
Same here. I'll be adding water in a few weeks to my new build and I'm still working out livestock plans. A Pom-Pom would be pretty cool.


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Wish my pom pom was out in the open like that..


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Unread 02/21/2019, 12:12 PM   #24
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Wish my pom pom was out in the open like that..
He really only comes out when I feed, otherwise he hangs upside down in his little cave.


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He really only comes out when I feed, otherwise he hangs upside down in his little cave.
Yeah, feeding time is the only time i see his little legs in the cave. Sadly, he lost one of his pom pom, i think during is molting. Hope its possible to pick off a pompom from my small rock anemone


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