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 Jul 20 2009, 08:43 PM
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 Nano Reefer Posts: 472 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Orlando, Fl. Member No.: 39,341  |
Well I finally snapped some pictures of the Fluval Edge I received last week.
I saw this tank about 2-3 weeks ago as my LFS was the only place to have this tank in stock before it went on sale... I had a good amount of time to study the tank and really look around, play with it, touch it, taste it...make love to it. It's a very modern tank and it's great. I ordered the tank and figured I'll read some reviews about the tank online. I read nothing but horrible reviews about it. Everyone had something bad to say from: the tank isn't made with any thought, the hole is too small to clean, the lights suck, the filter sucks, etc... I'll be the first to admit the tank is perfect. The hole at the top is about 7 inches wide and 6 inches long...if you cannot fit your hand in a hole that big you seriously have personally issues. I got this tank in about 5 days ago...but I've been swamped with work so I haven't had anytime to even take it out the box. I figured today was the day to get it done! I have to admit, the packaging of the tank was on point. Nothing was out of place or open to air. Every single part was sealed, taped and wrapped along with a ton of padding:    I started to rip everything out and just build the tank on the floor. The setup was extremely easy and simple. Nothing hard and it was put together in about 4 clicks!        As you can see...the tank is nice and small, but it's great. Now for the review: Pros: -All in one tank -Totally rimless (in my opinion) which is streamline as hell -Glass is seamed perfectly (no leftover glue like most tanks) -Filter is well hidden -Lights are well hidden Cons: -The black body of the tank are cheap plastic (feels cheap, looks good) -Lights can be noticed from the top cover (there's a metal mesh with holes for heat, but light escapes from there) Besides that the tank is exactly what I expected. The filter is okay, but I haven't tried it as the tank has not been filled. The filter media is okay if you go fresh water...but I just got the Carbon Pad and will run that in the filter area. Plans for the tank include: 1 Yashia Goby 1 Pistol Shrimp PomPom Shrimp (maybe) Sexy Shrimp 2-3 Snails 2-3 pounds of Live Rock 5-6 pounds of Live Sand No corals...as the lights aren't much to praise I'm siked...this guy will be in my office sometime tomorrow. I'll snap pics when it's fully setup. If you have any questions, ask away! Thanks, -------------------- Support your up and coming reefers:
29 Gallon Home Tank (Wal-mart Special Done Right)--->My...how we've come a long way! 6 Gallon Office Tank (Fluval Edge)--->Smacking other office tanks in the face! |
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Jul 20 2009, 08:46 PM
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 Poker Table Builder  Posts: 5,228 Joined: 9-December 07 From: Arlington, WA Member No.: 32,827 |
 This tank is the sechs!!! Do you mind me asking what you paid for it? 
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Jul 20 2009, 08:49 PM
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 Mr. ReefGang1984 Posts: 7,495 Joined: 23-August 08 From: Wherever there's sand and water. Member No.: 38,466 |
so my lfs jsut got a ton of these fluval tanks, and ive been dying to set one up. so i cant wait to see how yours looks. it might just be my next upgrade.
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Jul 20 2009, 09:05 PM
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 Serial Pee'er Posts: 702 Joined: 27-October 08 From: Oviedo, FL Member No.: 39,745 |
Been thinking of getting one since src. I would like to do a NPS tank, maybe a dendro colony or a showpiece rhyzo. I think you can take the halogens out and replace them with a LED strip.
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Jul 20 2009, 09:08 PM
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Nano Reefer Posts: 472 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Orlando, Fl. Member No.: 39,341 |
QUOTE (davidr2340 @ Jul 20 2009, 09:46 PM) This tank is the sechs!!! Do you mind me asking what you paid for it? Thanks...the tank iself was about $150... There are cheaper Pico Tanks...but none like this. I thought the price was right on... QUOTE (akabryanhall @ Jul 20 2009, 10:05 PM) Been thinking of getting one since src. I would like to do a NPS tank, maybe a dendro colony or a showpiece rhyzo. I think you can take the halogens out and replace them with a LED strip. You could...the lights suck, but aren't bad for normal FOWLR tanks... An LED strip would be pretty cool, but I'm waiting to see someone hardwire in. I suck with electrical work. -------------------- Support your up and coming reefers:
29 Gallon Home Tank (Wal-mart Special Done Right)--->My...how we've come a long way! 6 Gallon Office Tank (Fluval Edge)--->Smacking other office tanks in the face! |
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Jul 20 2009, 09:15 PM
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 Male Nurse o_O Posts: 863 Joined: 11-August 04 From: Orange County, So Cal Member No.: 9,757 |
Looks nice. Kind of wierd how the tank "hangs over the edge" from the bottom support.
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Jul 20 2009, 09:19 PM
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 just some guy Posts: 254 Joined: 2-February 07 From: Orange County Ca Member No.: 25,721 |
if I didnt have too many tanks already I would try one out with an LED setup looks great tho... cant wait to see it grow
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Jul 20 2009, 09:19 PM
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 Wait... what?  Posts: 21,649 Joined: 1-March 07 From: Loserana Member No.: 26,483 |
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Jul 20 2009, 09:28 PM
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 Diving Certified, 2 Reef Tanks, No $$$ Posts: 1,055 Joined: 24-May 09 From: Northern VA Member No.: 44,916 |
sweet, been waiting to see this thread up. CONGRATS on the new tank. def. has lots of potential. Just an Idea, but I think it'd be F###ING SWEET if you threw in some non-photosythetic corals as well, not a lot but just an added flare to the tank. YG are pretty cool but IMO Trimma nadeu(Naudes Rubble Goby) or a Eviota albolineata(Spotted fringefin goby) would be the way to go...just some food for thought
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Jul 20 2009, 09:29 PM
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Mr. ReefGang1984 Posts: 7,495 Joined: 23-August 08 From: Wherever there's sand and water. Member No.: 38,466 |
cleaning should be a chore.....just sayin.
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Jul 20 2009, 10:00 PM
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Nano Reefer Posts: 472 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Orlando, Fl. Member No.: 39,341 |
QUOTE (pismo_reefer @ Jul 20 2009, 10:29 PM) cleaning should be a chore.....just sayin. Cleaning is actually going to be pretty easy...as long as you remove some water from the tank. The hole is big enough that I can stick my entire arm in and reach every corner. I was worried as well until I received the tank and started playing around with everything. QUOTE (FiReBrEaThInGCuTtLeFiSh!XD @ Jul 20 2009, 10:28 PM) sweet, been waiting to see this thread up. CONGRATS on the new tank. def. has lots of potential. Just an Idea, but I think it'd be F###ING SWEET if you threw in some non-photosythetic corals as well, not a lot but just an added flare to the tank. YG are pretty cool but IMO Trimma nadeu(Naudes Rubble Goby) or a Eviota albolineata(Spotted fringefin goby) would be the way to go...just some food for thought Thanks! I was looking at a few gobies, but I like the Yashia for a few reason: the relationship they have w/ pistol shrimps are awsome, they are rare and probably the coolest looking pico gobies out. I've looked into a few nonphotosynthetic corals like feather dusters and chili corals...I'll probably get 1 or 2 just to add some mix into the tank. -------------------- Support your up and coming reefers:
29 Gallon Home Tank (Wal-mart Special Done Right)--->My...how we've come a long way! 6 Gallon Office Tank (Fluval Edge)--->Smacking other office tanks in the face! |
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Jul 20 2009, 10:04 PM
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Diving Certified, 2 Reef Tanks, No $$$ Posts: 1,055 Joined: 24-May 09 From: Northern VA Member No.: 44,916 |
true, wasn't thinking about the pairing nature of YG. and dont forget Dendros:P cant wait to see this tank set up!! where are you going to get your LR? and what colour sand you goin for?
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Jul 20 2009, 10:12 PM
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Nano Reefer Posts: 472 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Orlando, Fl. Member No.: 39,341 |
QUOTE (FiReBrEaThInGCuTtLeFiSh!XD @ Jul 20 2009, 11:04 PM) true, wasn't thinking about the pairing nature of YG. and dont forget Dendros:P cant wait to see this tank set up!! where are you going to get your LR? and what colour sand you goin for? Good point, Dendros are awsome! I will definitely have 1 in there... I'm stuck with the sand choice. I currently have white sand in my 29 gallon and was thinking of going the same route. As for the rock...I was looking for Marshall but looks like I'll just go with Fiji...mainly 2 long pieces and I should be fine. -------------------- Support your up and coming reefers:
29 Gallon Home Tank (Wal-mart Special Done Right)--->My...how we've come a long way! 6 Gallon Office Tank (Fluval Edge)--->Smacking other office tanks in the face! |
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Jul 20 2009, 10:20 PM
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 Nano Reefer Posts: 526 Joined: 2-January 09 From: Mesa, AZ Member No.: 41,360 |
Tank is way sexxxy
 . Keep posting pics as you progress. Can you yank that HOB filter and lets say add a AC70? Just wondering.
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Jul 20 2009, 10:22 PM
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Diving Certified, 2 Reef Tanks, No $$$ Posts: 1,055 Joined: 24-May 09 From: Northern VA Member No.: 44,916 |
make sure the peices of LR that you select LR thats got plenty of hiding places for your YG/PS pair but make sure the hiding spots are only one one side so you can position that facing the front...that way you can see them.
White sand will look good, you don't want to overdue it w/ the black all though that could also be promising. A porceline crab could also be an interesting stocking addition -------------------- |
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Jul 21 2009, 01:40 AM
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 Nano Reefer Posts: 376 Joined: 10-January 08 Member No.: 33,607 |
Looks awsome! But ya,put some LEDs in that thing!
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Jul 21 2009, 08:46 AM
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Nano Reefer Posts: 472 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Orlando, Fl. Member No.: 39,341 |
QUOTE (akabryanhall @ Jul 20 2009, 10:05 PM) Been thinking of getting one since src. I would like to do a NPS tank, maybe a dendro colony or a showpiece rhyzo. I think you can take the halogens out and replace them with a LED strip. I actually got this from Sea and the City...I believe they had it over at SRC... That's actually the only fish store I go to...but I may have to cheat for once...I need base rock for this bad boy and they don't carry any. -------------------- Support your up and coming reefers:
29 Gallon Home Tank (Wal-mart Special Done Right)--->My...how we've come a long way! 6 Gallon Office Tank (Fluval Edge)--->Smacking other office tanks in the face! |
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Jul 21 2009, 07:53 PM
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Serial Pee'er Posts: 702 Joined: 27-October 08 From: Oviedo, FL Member No.: 39,745 |
QUOTE (pimp4cheddar @ Jul 20 2009, 09:08 PM) An LED strip would be pretty cool, but I'm waiting to see someone hardwire in. I suck with electrical work. If I'm not mistaken a power bite led strip will fit, no electrical prowess needed 
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Jul 21 2009, 09:25 PM
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 __ Posts: 574 Joined: 3-August 08 From: Boston Member No.: 38,138 |
Really cool. Love all the new Nano stuff coming out lately.
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Jul 22 2009, 08:38 AM
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Nano Reefer Posts: 472 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Orlando, Fl. Member No.: 39,341 |
Okay...so in respect to simplicity....I've decided to go with Base Rock and Live Sand.
I do not feel like dealing with any of the "surprises" Live Rock includes. This being said, I reached out to a LFS who I remembered carried Base Rock. He does not carry base rock...he carries Paradise Rock. It's a tad bit heavier and also solid white...kind of resembles marble. Should I go with that and just add Live Sand? Some please advise...I tried looking online and searching NR, I came up short (that's what she said). Thanks, -------------------- Support your up and coming reefers:
29 Gallon Home Tank (Wal-mart Special Done Right)--->My...how we've come a long way! 6 Gallon Office Tank (Fluval Edge)--->Smacking other office tanks in the face! |
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