Red Sea Max Owners Club - Page 4

Razzagas · 10/01/2008, 07:29 PM

brycek

Thanks for the quick response! Do you like the tunze? How has it been working for you?

brycek · 10/01/2008, 07:33 PM

The Tunze works incredibly well. It pulled darker skimmate the first day then I ever got out of the stock skimmer. I now have a sump/refugium set up with my Max and have the tunze in there. I ran it for a few weeks in the back of the Max but had to take off the rear cover in order for it to fit. I know some people mod'd the skimmer cup to keep the rear cover on.

imcosmokramer · 10/09/2008, 06:16 PM

Can a different temp light bulb be used, or it the only option the stock 55W 10k?

brycek · 10/09/2008, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by imcosmokramer
Can a different temp light bulb be used, or it the only option the stock 55W 10k?

Those are the only lights that will fit properly so yes those are the only option. The lights are not bad. Most of us have been able to keep just about anything in our RSM with the stock lighting with no real issues other than having to place certain corals at different heights in the water. Some people have opted to remove the stock hood all together and go with metal halide lighting as an option.

HankB · 10/09/2008, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by imcosmokramer
Can a different temp light bulb be used, or it the only option the stock 55W 10k?

AH Supply (http://www.ahsupply.com/bulbs.htm) carries several different bulbs that will fit (55w PC with the straight pin base) and even has one that is identified as a 10000K/Actinic, but I have one and it is not the same color as the ones that came with the Red Sea Max (At least when it is running on the ballast supplied by AH Supply.)

I doubt that you will find a better bulb than the one from Red Sea for a reef tank.

-hank

StevieTdrill · 10/10/2008, 07:53 AM

I would stick with the stock bulbs, they are by far the brightest

dxtr · 11/02/2008, 03:14 PM

updated pics to put this thread back on 1st page. =)
going to be getting some frogspawn and red/orange zoos soon and some softies/leathers.

Also contemplating between a flame hawk or a sixline wrasse. Any opinion on one or the other?

ncwaterboy · 11/12/2008, 06:42 PM

Anyone know where to buy replacement parts for RSM? The hood on mine has been problematic. I need to replace the fan (buzzes loudly) and the time has stopped working. TIA

StevieTdrill · 11/12/2008, 08:58 PM

Red Sea now offers parts on their website. redseamax.com

otherwise contact Pinky at

Pinky Bulot

U.S.A. Office:
Red Sea
18125 Ammi Trail
Houston, Texas 77060
Tel: (281) 447-0205
Fax: (281) 447-1153
Toll Free: 1-888-RedSea9

redseainfo@redseafish.com

Texasguy · 11/16/2008, 11:39 PM

ok, got my RSM running, but i cant run both of the powerheads because i guess they put out off the water in the chamber and creates bubles, is there a way to prevent this?

NightFox · 11/17/2008, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Texasguy
ok, got my RSM running, but i cant run both of the powerheads because i guess they put out off the water in the chamber and creates bubles, is there a way to prevent this?

Try the FAQ here: http://www.redseamax.com/redseamax/2...FAQ130.html#_5

or the "unofficial" one here: http://www.reefsuk.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=27889

StevieTdrill · 11/17/2008, 01:23 PM

sounds like you have a supply issue somewhere in the tank preventing enough water come in. Carbon bag, sponge floss etc.

xr4kw · 11/20/2008, 04:43 PM

Hey guys,

First time poster, total newbie, wanting to get a smaller aquarium to get started. I'm trying to read as much as I can on this site and to say it's sensory overload is an understatement.

I thought the sound of an "all-in-one" unit would be best for someone like me and I like the looks of the RSM. I found one for sale on my local Craigs list for $375, does that sound like a good deal? Anything I should look for or ask when buying a used unit?

I notice alot of experienced folks have done quite a few mods. Any must-do EASY mods IYO? I've been trying to read this entire thread but's its kind of hard since it's been chopped to pieces.

Feel free to PM. Thanks in advance...

Steve

tangers · 11/20/2008, 05:05 PM

Welcome to Reef Central!
That sounds like a killer deal to me, considering I just bought mine for $800!!!
I can't wait to get it going!

NightFox · 11/20/2008, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by xr4kw
I notice alot of experienced folks have done quite a few mods. Any must-do EASY mods IYO?

Many mods, but there's loads of Max owners running successful unmodded tanks. I'd be inclined to give it six months to prove itself before you start spending money on what could be unnecessary additions - that's not to say there's anything wrong with modding the Max, it's just that IMHO the amount of people modding sometimes gives the incorrect impression that it needs to be modded.

imcosmokramer · 11/27/2008, 01:25 PM

My concern with the lights temp is not the brightness, but rather the color. I feel like colors don't pop as much as they do under the T5 actinics I have in my 75 (together with MH's). I just wish we could have one 20k bulb and one 10k, just to add a little blue. I'll keep searching.

StevieTdrill · 11/27/2008, 04:37 PM

you can, you may loose some intensity but you can replace the stock bulbs with PC bulbs to produce the coloring you like.

gkimble · 12/16/2008, 07:05 AM

Anyone try modifying the hood and puting 4 to 5 of these retro kits in there?
http://www.hellolights.com/index.asp...OD&ProdID=1349

StevieTdrill · 12/16/2008, 09:23 AM

you will have to cut the hood up to make that work. I have not seen any one put anything but a MH retro fit in that area.

I have seen bulbs installed into the first lid, where the testing equipment slots are.

fjmah · 12/18/2008, 10:21 PM

Say -- has anyone found their water pumps' impeller shafts rusted and broken off within months of running a new RSM? I'm wondering if this is causing me problems with a whack of microbubbles forming when I first turn the pumps on for approx. 5 mins? I'm also having problems just getting the pumps to start consistently now.

Any thoughts?

StevieTdrill · 12/19/2008, 10:33 AM

It sounds like you need new pumps. Contact red sea for replacements, they shouldn't be doing anything that you describe.

NaNoNewbie714 · 12/19/2008, 03:32 PM

Hey Steve-

I emailed you the other day.....can you PM me your website for the media rack and collection cups????

FYI-- My lsf has a bulb that is slightly higher wattage and works fine. My buddy has had them in his RSM for a while now.

StevieTdrill · 12/19/2008, 05:51 PM

Yes, I will shoot you a PM. I am sorry if I didn't respond, I don't think I received it since I am really connected to email.

Is it a 65W PC bulb? I know they will work and some have done it in the past. Personally, I believe the RSM bulbs put out more light.

rob911 · 12/20/2008, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by LaurentSeattle
Could someone PM me where Reefmack and the others have moved?

Thanks a lot!

I too was wondering where all the old faithfull have gone. If someone could PM me also.
Thanks, Rob

redseasteve · 12/24/2008, 04:26 AM

Reefmack can be found regularly on 'Reef Sanctuary', especially in the 'Red Sea Max Owners Club' section

10/09/2008, 06:16 PM	#78
imcosmokramer Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 1,709	Can a different temp light bulb be used, or it the only option the stock 55W 10k? __________________ You can agree with me, or you can be wrong. You pick.

11/02/2008, 03:14 PM	#82
dxtr Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 386	updated pics to put this thread back on 1st page. =) going to be getting some frogspawn and red/orange zoos soon and some softies/leathers. Also contemplating between a flame hawk or a sixline wrasse. Any opinion on one or the other? __________________ Dxtr Shop smart.... shop S-mart. ~ Ash Beware, I am the Thread Killer! Click my LITTLE RED HOUSE for an awesome Photography Website!! Current Tank Info: RSM Max 34g Born on: 6/25/08

11/20/2008, 05:05 PM	#89
tangers Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 1,411	Welcome to Reef Central! That sounds like a killer deal to me, considering I just bought mine for $800!!! I can't wait to get it going! __________________ "Rather than love, than money, than faith, than fame, than fairness... give me truth." Henry David Thoreau Click on red house for build thread. Current Tank Info: 135 gallon corner. 3x kessil a360we's, gyre xf150, custom "L" shaped sump, all on apex

11/27/2008, 01:25 PM	#91
imcosmokramer Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 1,709	My concern with the lights temp is not the brightness, but rather the color. I feel like colors don't pop as much as they do under the T5 actinics I have in my 75 (together with MH's). I just wish we could have one 20k bulb and one 10k, just to add a little blue. I'll keep searching. __________________ You can agree with me, or you can be wrong. You pick.

10/01/2008, 07:29 PM	#76
Razzagas Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 653	brycek Thanks for the quick response! Do you like the tunze? How has it been working for you?

10/01/2008, 07:33 PM	#77
brycek Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 148	The Tunze works incredibly well. It pulled darker skimmate the first day then I ever got out of the stock skimmer. I now have a sump/refugium set up with my Max and have the tunze in there. I ran it for a few weeks in the back of the Max but had to take off the rear cover in order for it to fit. I know some people mod'd the skimmer cup to keep the rear cover on.

10/10/2008, 07:53 AM	#81
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	I would stick with the stock bulbs, they are by far the brightest

11/12/2008, 06:42 PM	#83
ncwaterboy Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 100	Anyone know where to buy replacement parts for RSM? The hood on mine has been problematic. I need to replace the fan (buzzes loudly) and the time has stopped working. TIA

11/12/2008, 08:58 PM	#84
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	Red Sea now offers parts on their website. redseamax.com otherwise contact Pinky at Pinky Bulot U.S.A. Office: Red Sea 18125 Ammi Trail Houston, Texas 77060 Tel: (281) 447-0205 Fax: (281) 447-1153 Toll Free: 1-888-RedSea9 redseainfo@redseafish.com

11/16/2008, 11:39 PM	#85
Texasguy Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Laredo Posts: 19	ok, got my RSM running, but i cant run both of the powerheads because i guess they put out off the water in the chamber and creates bubles, is there a way to prevent this?

11/17/2008, 01:23 PM	#87
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	sounds like you have a supply issue somewhere in the tank preventing enough water come in. Carbon bag, sponge floss etc.

11/20/2008, 04:43 PM	#88
xr4kw Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ventura County, CA Posts: 119	Hey guys, First time poster, total newbie, wanting to get a smaller aquarium to get started. I'm trying to read as much as I can on this site and to say it's sensory overload is an understatement. I thought the sound of an "all-in-one" unit would be best for someone like me and I like the looks of the RSM. I found one for sale on my local Craigs list for $375, does that sound like a good deal? Anything I should look for or ask when buying a used unit? I notice alot of experienced folks have done quite a few mods. Any must-do EASY mods IYO? I've been trying to read this entire thread but's its kind of hard since it's been chopped to pieces. Feel free to PM. Thanks in advance... Steve

11/27/2008, 04:37 PM	#92
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	you can, you may loose some intensity but you can replace the stock bulbs with PC bulbs to produce the coloring you like.

12/16/2008, 07:05 AM	#93
gkimble Moved On Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 751	Anyone try modifying the hood and puting 4 to 5 of these retro kits in there? http://www.hellolights.com/index.asp...OD&ProdID=1349

12/16/2008, 09:23 AM	#94
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	you will have to cut the hood up to make that work. I have not seen any one put anything but a MH retro fit in that area. I have seen bulbs installed into the first lid, where the testing equipment slots are.

12/18/2008, 10:21 PM	#95
fjmah Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 6	Say -- has anyone found their water pumps' impeller shafts rusted and broken off within months of running a new RSM? I'm wondering if this is causing me problems with a whack of microbubbles forming when I first turn the pumps on for approx. 5 mins? I'm also having problems just getting the pumps to start consistently now. Any thoughts?

12/19/2008, 10:33 AM	#96
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	It sounds like you need new pumps. Contact red sea for replacements, they shouldn't be doing anything that you describe.

12/19/2008, 03:32 PM	#97
NaNoNewbie714 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Illinois Posts: 12	Hey Steve- I emailed you the other day.....can you PM me your website for the media rack and collection cups???? FYI-- My lsf has a bulb that is slightly higher wattage and works fine. My buddy has had them in his RSM for a while now.

12/19/2008, 05:51 PM	#98
StevieTdrill Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 295	Yes, I will shoot you a PM. I am sorry if I didn't respond, I don't think I received it since I am really connected to email. Is it a 65W PC bulb? I know they will work and some have done it in the past. Personally, I believe the RSM bulbs put out more light.

12/24/2008, 04:26 AM	#100
redseasteve Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: UK Posts: 72	Reefmack can be found regularly on 'Reef Sanctuary', especially in the 'Red Sea Max Owners Club' section