Owners Thread: Innovative Marine Fusion 40 - Page 142

Js1620 · 05/11/2018, 07:51 PM

I love the new PLS 50

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reef3r · 05/19/2018, 10:23 PM

Anyone have an IM50?

bookpile · 05/20/2018, 06:11 AM

I plan on adding a reactor to run some GFO.

It looks like a lot of people are using the IM reactor in chamber 2 or 4. It seems like it would be difficult to adjust the flow to get tumble because you can't see it.

I'm leaning towards a BRS external reactor because I'm tired of working on gimicky gadgets shoved in the back of the tank. On the other hand, one of the appeals of the IM 40 in the first place was no chance of leaks by having anything external to the tank.

Am I overthinking this, should I just get the IM for GFO?

Thanks

AZReef13 · 05/20/2018, 07:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bookpile

I plan on adding a reactor to run some GFO.

It looks like a lot of people are using the IM reactor in chamber 2 or 4. It seems like it would be difficult to adjust the flow to get tumble because you can't see it.

I'm leaning towards a BRS external reactor because I'm tired of working on gimicky gadgets shoved in the back of the tank. On the other hand, one of the appeals of the IM 40 in the first place was no chance of leaks by having anything external to the tank.

Am I overthinking this, should I just get the IM for GFO?

Thanks

I really like the IM reactor. Mine is in chamber 2. My LFS showed me a cool trick on setting it up. Place reactor in a pitcher and adjust. Once you have tumble to your liking mark the in chamber with something, like tape. So when you take it out to clean you know where to line it up.

AZReef13 · 05/20/2018, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by burrito

might be tough but any pics of the setup, im considering the same for my 30L

Sorry I forgot to get back. Bot sure it will help, plus first time adding pic too.

airwaybill · 05/31/2018, 02:45 PM

Been away for quite a while....tank has been doing well. Just letting it do its thing. But I get like this. I get the bug and leave it alone for a few months. Thinking this weekend of doing a major cleaning and adding some stuff. I'll post some pics once I have the glass all sparkling and maybe some new additions.

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AZReef13 · 06/01/2018, 06:51 AM

Has anyone seen the new Items coming for our tanks?

There is a AUQA Shield
UV Sterilizer/Clarifier

For those the use the APS stands like me, there is a shelf coming in a few months. Can't wait for this one, and according to IM it can be installed without disassemble one's tank.

AZReef13 · 06/01/2018, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by airwaybill

Been away for quite a while....tank has been doing well. Just letting it do its thing. But I get like this. I get the bug and leave it alone for a few months. Thinking this weekend of doing a major cleaning and adding some stuff. I'll post some pics once I have the glass all sparkling and maybe some new additions.

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Is there a max size for photo's tried posting a pic of tank and I keep getting an error?

airwaybill · 06/01/2018, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by AZReef13

Is there a max size for photo's tried posting a pic of tank and I keep getting an error?

Not sure...I just use my phone pics and never had an issue.

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kevin21 · 06/01/2018, 08:07 AM

I am interested in upgrading my 28g to an IM50 and have yet to find anyone else who has owned one.

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Originally Posted by reef3r

Anyone have an IM50?

AZReef13 · 06/01/2018, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by kevin21

I am interested in upgrading my 28g to an IM50 and have yet to find anyone else who has owned one.

Sorry Kevin haven't heard of anyone using this tank either. Personally I'm not a fan of shallow reefs... But if you like it go for it I say....

AZReef13 · 06/01/2018, 10:47 PM

Well let see if this work... Let me know what you think

ponypilot2u · 06/03/2018, 09:27 AM

When setting up a refugium how did you decide which column to set it up in? What are the advantages of one over the other?

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ponypilot2u · 06/03/2018, 09:32 AM

I'm sorry newbie here but what is MD? I'm interested in setting up a refugium too and I am still trying to gather information on it. Thank you

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Originally Posted by AZReef13

Martin there is a great video on MD about using first chamber, custom caddy and even IM sales a magnetic led too. I was debating this one myself.

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moondoggy4 · 06/03/2018, 10:56 AM

^^^^Marine Depot go on there forum site and they have videos there.

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AZReef13 · 06/03/2018, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ponypilot2u

When setting up a refugium how did you decide which column to set it up in? What are the advantages of one over the other?

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For me i choose chamber 1, Because I had media already in 5 and my MP10 is on right ride. Not sure there really is an advantage per say? But I do really like the In Tank media baskets over the IM's version.

ponypilot2u · 06/03/2018, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AZReef13

For me i choose chamber 1, Because I had media already in 5 and my MP10 is on right ride. Not sure there really is an advantage per say? But I do really like the In Tank media baskets over the IM's version.

Sorry I should have been more specific I was wondering about column 1, downward flow versus column 2, upward flow.

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AZReef13 · 06/04/2018, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ponypilot2u

Sorry I should have been more specific I was wondering about column 1, downward flow versus column 2, upward flow.

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I see, I had already put a GFO reactor in 2 and Ghost in 4. Before I desided to ad refug. So I didn't put this much tought into it. Interesting look though. I don't this it will make much difference. Chamber 1 or 5 will be easier to remove the backing? Yea also check out Marine Depot (MD) there some pretty good videos to help as well.

Hope that helps?

carmodpg · 06/04/2018, 08:12 AM

It has been a process, but the tank is finally coming together!

AZReef13 · 06/04/2018, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by carmodpg

It has been a process, but the tank is finally coming together!

I like it, good looking tank

Ojaijames · 06/05/2018, 07:41 PM

Yesterday was a day of trial and mental testing. Added a cooler to protect the tank this summer. One massive leak on my first test run. All good for 24 hours fingers crossed it stays connected.

— >>))))'> — >>))))'>.
#innovativemarine 40 gallon
#radion XR15w G4 Pro
#eheim heater
#vortechmp10
#ghostskimmer
#minimax
#reefaquarium #reeftank #reef #corals #coralreef #saltwateraquarium #ecotechmarine
#cooler
#siccesyncra3y

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AZReef13 · 06/06/2018, 07:10 AM

OajiJames; Make sure that cabinet is well ventilated so chiller dosen't over work. Mesh screen in front work?

Where did you place chiller pump? how did you dial in flow rate?

SalinFL · 06/07/2018, 05:41 AM

Anyone know of an owners thread for the IM 80 gallon?

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AZReef13 · 06/07/2018, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SalinFL

Anyone know of an owners thread for the IM 80 gallon?

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haven't seen one, might start one? you have one? like it?

SalinFL · 06/07/2018, 08:37 AM

I do and I really like it a lot! It's an impressive looking tank & stand.

I just got it set up with sand and rock... Water quality just hit perfect so about a week ago I added two emerald crabs, two porcelain crabs, a blood shrimp, hermits & several nassarius snails. I'm doing a tank merge from the two other tanks I have - the IM 40, and a generic 20 that I had to set up in an emergency and never took down...smh..

I just pulled two rose bta's from the 40 and plan on taking two clowns from the 20 to their new home. Not sure what other fish I'll put in the 80 yet. Currently looking at sand sifting gobies, but haven't decided on what two I want.

Also still have to decide on lights in the next few days. I have a G3 pro Radion on the 40. Love the light. I've gotten very good growth from it, just do not like the price tag and on this tank I'll probably need two. My lfs is recommending AI hydra's, but I need to do some comparison between those and the radion's so I know I'm not missing features that I really love and would greatly miss if I went with a different lighting system.

So yeah, I'm sure there must be others in our world wide community that own a IM 80. I'll have to look into how to create a place for us to all link up on here.

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05/31/2018, 02:45 PM	#3531
airwaybill meat popsicle Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Silver Springs Shores, Fl Posts: 528	Been away for quite a while....tank has been doing well. Just letting it do its thing. But I get like this. I get the bug and leave it alone for a few months. Thinking this weekend of doing a major cleaning and adding some stuff. I'll post some pics once I have the glass all sparkling and maybe some new additions. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk __________________ Seek first to understand before being understood. Current Tank Info: 180g Allglass dual megaflow, 125gal sump/refugium, Octopus Extreme series xs200 skimmer, mag12 return, 2 Vortech MP40wES, 3 400watt metal halide 20000k, 2x65w pc on fuge, 3x54w t5. Lots and Lots of happy corals!!!

06/01/2018, 06:51 AM	#3532
AZReef13 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Goodyear, AZ Posts: 277	New IM Products Has anyone seen the new Items coming for our tanks? There is a AUQA Shield UV Sterilizer/Clarifier For those the use the APS stands like me, there is a shelf coming in a few months. Can't wait for this one, and according to IM it can be installed without disassemble one's tank.

06/05/2018, 07:41 PM	#3546
Ojaijames Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Chico CA Posts: 15	Yesterday was a day of trial and mental testing. Added a cooler to protect the tank this summer. One massive leak on my first test run. All good for 24 hours fingers crossed it stays connected. — >>))))'> — >>))))'>. #innovativemarine 40 gallon #radion XR15w G4 Pro #eheim heater #vortechmp10 #ghostskimmer #minimax #reefaquarium #reeftank #reef #corals #coralreef #saltwateraquarium #ecotechmarine #cooler #siccesyncra3y Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ __________________ Current Tank: 40G Nuvo from Innovative Marine with Ecotech Radion XR15w G4 Pro & MP10wQD, Eheim Jager 150w, Ghost Skimmer and MiniMax, bits and pieces.. Current Tank Info: INNOVATIVE MARINE 40 AND 20

05/11/2018, 07:51 PM	#3526
Js1620 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Houston area Posts: 15	I love the new PLS 50 Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

05/19/2018, 10:23 PM	#3527
reef3r Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: pittsburgh Posts: 471	Anyone have an IM50?

05/20/2018, 06:11 AM	#3528
bookpile Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ambler PA Posts: 134	I plan on adding a reactor to run some GFO. It looks like a lot of people are using the IM reactor in chamber 2 or 4. It seems like it would be difficult to adjust the flow to get tumble because you can't see it. I'm leaning towards a BRS external reactor because I'm tired of working on gimicky gadgets shoved in the back of the tank. On the other hand, one of the appeals of the IM 40 in the first place was no chance of leaks by having anything external to the tank. Am I overthinking this, should I just get the IM for GFO? Thanks

06/03/2018, 09:27 AM	#3538
ponypilot2u Registered Member Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 3	When setting up a refugium how did you decide which column to set it up in? What are the advantages of one over the other? Sent from my SM-P550 using Tapatalk

06/03/2018, 10:56 AM	#3540
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	^^^^Marine Depot go on there forum site and they have videos there. Welcome to Reef Central

06/06/2018, 07:10 AM	#3547
AZReef13 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Goodyear, AZ Posts: 277	OajiJames; Make sure that cabinet is well ventilated so chiller dosen't over work. Mesh screen in front work? Where did you place chiller pump? how did you dial in flow rate?

06/07/2018, 05:41 AM	#3548
SalinFL Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 126	Anyone know of an owners thread for the IM 80 gallon? Sent from my Moto Z (2) using Tapatalk

06/07/2018, 08:37 AM	#3550
SalinFL Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 126	I do and I really like it a lot! It's an impressive looking tank & stand. I just got it set up with sand and rock... Water quality just hit perfect so about a week ago I added two emerald crabs, two porcelain crabs, a blood shrimp, hermits & several nassarius snails. I'm doing a tank merge from the two other tanks I have - the IM 40, and a generic 20 that I had to set up in an emergency and never took down...smh.. I just pulled two rose bta's from the 40 and plan on taking two clowns from the 20 to their new home. Not sure what other fish I'll put in the 80 yet. Currently looking at sand sifting gobies, but haven't decided on what two I want. Also still have to decide on lights in the next few days. I have a G3 pro Radion on the 40. Love the light. I've gotten very good growth from it, just do not like the price tag and on this tank I'll probably need two. My lfs is recommending AI hydra's, but I need to do some comparison between those and the radion's so I know I'm not missing features that I really love and would greatly miss if I went with a different lighting system. So yeah, I'm sure there must be others in our world wide community that own a IM 80. I'll have to look into how to create a place for us to all link up on here. Sent from my Moto Z (2) using Tapatalk