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09/18/2015, 01:15 PM | #28 |
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Hi Adam,
thanks for yr reply well noted that the vortech was MP40. I have more or less a similar size of tank (5 feet x 24 x 27) but only one MP40 intalled I am try to buy the second one soon to place it in the opposite direction. these powerheads are very powerfull. I think 4 voctech will create a lot lot strong movements. I am trying to keep a mix reef corals, SPS, LPS and soft . I know the vortech can be adjusted the speed. Regards Fernando Chang
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09/18/2015, 03:00 PM | #29 |
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Great tank Adam!
I noticed while reading the article that you drip fozdown and it got me thinking about it being more cost effective and i started doing more research i finally started a thread and its going pretty good but can you please when you have time read the thread and let us know your dosing/mixing and honest opinions thank you very much http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2526956
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09/19/2015, 09:53 AM | #30 |
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Adam, stunning tank!
Growth and colour are amazing. Do you have a deep sand bed or fuge or do you rely completely on fozdown and skimmer for nutrient reduction? Also, you don't mention nitrate in your write up.. Where does it usually sit? Your system reminds me of Darryl Vanaker's amazing old tank for the growth and colour you are getting.. Congrats!
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09/20/2015, 02:05 PM | #31 | |
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No fuge. Just the Foz and skimming. I don't measure nitrates. Every time I buy a kit (every 4-5 years or so), I test once, get a reading of 0.0 and then the kit expires. lol
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09/20/2015, 06:09 PM | #32 |
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Thanks for the info.
Do you have a build thread? I'd like to follow..
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09/24/2015, 12:54 PM | #33 |
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Awesome tank.
Was just curious as I have a 180 gal tank aswell and had problems with over heating this summer. You say you use a 1/4 hp Ecoplus chiller and I was wondering if it is tied into your apex controller and approx how long does the chiller have to run to drop the water temp down a degree or whatever you have it set to turn on then off? |
09/24/2015, 01:11 PM | #34 |
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Sorry, no build thread, as I didn't build the actual stand/plan the plumbing etc. Credit goes to another hobbyist who sold my all of his equipment.
Since the tank is in my garage, I am able to keep the temp under control just fine with the 1/4hp chiller all summer. I have it and the MH ballasts on the other side of the wall so the heat is not in the same room. I think the chiller comes on and off constantly. It has its own temp sensor, so no need for Apex.
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10/02/2015, 09:50 AM | #35 |
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Wow, I usually know of the great looking tanks...somehow I missed this one. Amazing tank. Love the mature look of your reef.
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10/04/2015, 08:23 PM | #36 |
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how deep of a sand bed and do you ever do anything to it?
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10/05/2015, 02:33 AM | #37 |
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1-2" at most. I have a couple of lipstick conches and lots of nassarius snails that seem to keep it nice and white..
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10/05/2015, 05:04 AM | #38 |
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Congrats. I've got just about everything you have listed on you coral livestock list. Modivation at its best. Thanks for sharing.
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10/05/2015, 07:03 AM | #39 |
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Very Nice !!!
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10/05/2015, 05:51 PM | #40 |
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Tank of the Month
Wow doesn't even seem to quite cut it when describing your tank. Truly amazing. It's absolutely incredible. Thanks for sharing it.
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10/08/2015, 06:29 PM | #41 |
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Beautiful. well deserve.
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10/09/2015, 06:47 AM | #42 |
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Absolutely beautiful. Congratulations!
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10/09/2015, 08:32 PM | #43 |
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goes without saying that you're an artist
you mentioned the need to check the alkalinity of the salt you use. what do you do if the salt you buy has too high of an alkalinity? what can be done to adjust it?
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10/13/2015, 12:32 PM | #44 | |
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I'm not sure how you'd get the alk down. If a bucket tested crazy high, I'd try to get my money back!
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10/13/2015, 08:40 PM | #45 | |
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Thanks for you response and again, awesome tank.
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10/26/2015, 09:53 PM | #46 |
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Wow Beautiful Tank!
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11/07/2015, 10:16 AM | #47 |
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Nice looking tank Adam. Congrats.
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12/28/2015, 05:46 AM | #48 |
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Beautiful pictures. Congratulations.
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Beautiful system.Congrats
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10/04/2016, 11:11 AM | #50 |
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Amazing tank and photos are great!! Keep it up!
Wondering what your lighting schedule is like
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