bpounds1991 Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 Now we're gettin somewhere! Nitrites still reading 0, ammonia is somewhere between .5-1.0 to be my best guess.. LFS guy tried telling me cycles in a nano are almost instantaneous with live sand, but I've never heard of a 3 day cycle someone chime in please http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_1912_zpsa61211f0.jpg.html'> Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 Need some help guys!!!! Is the skimmer just breaking in hopefully? Please watch the video http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_1914_zpsa4dafa57.mp4.html Link to comment
patrickbruno91 Posted April 17, 2014 Share Posted April 17, 2014 in regards to the micro-bubbles, those are normal. my nano skimmer did the same thing for about two weeks. Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 17, 2014 Author Share Posted April 17, 2014 Oh ok, it's used though so that was my only concern Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 19, 2014 Author Share Posted April 19, 2014 The dust has settled.... lol http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_1962_zpsaec3fe98.jpg.html'> Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 19, 2014 Author Share Posted April 19, 2014 Ammonia still hovering at .5 since the last test, nitrite/nitrate both undetectable...middle of the cycle? Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 19, 2014 Author Share Posted April 19, 2014 Got the lights up and running today and it's starting to look fantastic! Keep in mind this is with my iphone so bear with...also the lights appear to be a LOT bluer in pictures than in real life, real life is closer to a 13-15k range My 5$ lid from Lowe's, still need to do some painting With the black mesh top Without it Still configuring the cord layout...before it takes over the whole room lol I know someone mentioned earlier that the black mesh might inhibit some of the light penetration but I have yet to see it trying with/without it...if anything MAYBE 1-2%? Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Any tips from some vets would be lovely always like a sponge ready to soak up info Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 23, 2014 Author Share Posted April 23, 2014 Cycle is finally somewhere in the middle, getting a decent amount of nitrites now as well as some nitrates with a decrease in ammonia...should be having some CUC soon! Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 Man I'm dealing with some serious microbubble issues...this thing has been running for well over a week and it seems to have no signs of slowing down. I purchased it used on the forums so it was already "broken in" so to say. Are there any modifications I might be able to do in order to reduce some of the bubbles? It skims pretty well and I would hate to have to get rid of it http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2014_zps4c6d2ae6.jpg.html'> http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2013_zps31b3bd91.jpg.html'> http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2009_zpsc82cb3a1.jpg.html'> http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2012_zps70629341.jpg.html'> http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2011_zpsc0660112.jpg.html'> And of course a FTS http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2010_zpsc9ab57e9.jpg.html'> Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Bump for frustration? http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2019_zps557a437b.jpg.html'> http://smg.photobucket.com/user/joker577/media/IMG_2020_zpsb5b443cf.jpg.html'> microbubbles galore Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Kind of getting discouraged over this tank at the moment... microbubbles constantly with no signs of slowing down, I hope they do because all my efforts seem to be not working whatsoever. Also discovered multiple "leaks" where sand and other tank debris can penetrate between the display/back walls, as well as the back chamber has multiple leaks which allow even more microbubbles to slip through between the walls. Oh and not to mention the light gooseneck isn't long enough to house on the back of the tank nor is the base wide enough to attach, so that's out of commission as well for the time being...frustrating couple of days here Link to comment
Watever Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Are you sure your bubbles comes from the skimmer and not the pump ? Foam isn't helping ? I will be fallowing your thread anyway. I really like this tank and thinking about it. Just not sure how I will setup one yet as it would be a first sw tank. Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share Posted April 27, 2014 Yeah they're coming straight from the skimmer, I've glued the other pieces of it completely shut to ensure the water only comes out from the 3 exit holes on the bottom. What do you mean by foam isn't helping? If you wouldn't mind elaborating, and thank you for the follow! if you have any questions feel free to ask! Link to comment
Watever Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 If I am correct, there is no baffle in this AIO tank. What prevent the bubble in getting suck in the display ? Is there some "foam" or anything that will catch bubbles before they go in ? Could you add more, may be on the pump side ? Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 30, 2014 Author Share Posted April 30, 2014 Correct, my hope was that the bubbles would simply reduce with the break-in phase? I tried putting the foam on the other side (you can see in some of the pictures which size I use), which causes the water to flow over the sides of the overflow. Link to comment
Watever Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Can't help you more. Probably best to speak with Micro-Reef directly. I don't have a tank yet and I was looking for micro-reef ones 15.5 modded when I found your post. I was hopping to help with my technical engineering knowledge but without seeing the systems work, it's hard to solve the issue. Do you really need to run a skimmer for this tank ? With that size, usually people only do weekly water change. Last, do you have a top-off system ? I am wondering how I can install one in this tank. Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted April 30, 2014 Author Share Posted April 30, 2014 Yes I do, I'm going out of town but I will post more pictures up for you on Sunday when I get back...I need to do a huge water change due to a few leaks I must fix, and I'm getting an AutoAqua Smart ATO to replace my JBJ. I just like the cleanliness of having a skimmer..usually a set it and forget it type of ordeal but like I said I'll have plenty more pics for you up on Sunday! Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted May 2, 2014 Author Share Posted May 2, 2014 Some better news/things brewing in regards to the tank this week! Got some acrylic cement coming in so I can seal up those leaks in the back chambers of the tank, hoping that may do some justice and help deal with some of the micro bubbles that have been leaking through and just overall a more efficient filtration system. Dave is sending me another gooseneck/clamp that will fit the proper area of the tank so I won't have to worry about anything coming apart after I apply this cement, only problem is all of the back chambers must be dry in order to do it so I'll be doing a rough 40% water change in the process. Third great piece of news is that I found a AutoAqua Smart ATO brand new on craigslist for 80$, so I'm swapping out my JBJ ATO for something I feel might deem more reliable in the long run, and has slightly less wires . A side note too, Ammonia was swinging back down toward .25 (has been around .5-1.0) a couple days before I headed out for vacation so hopefully that might be all but gone by the time I get back on Sunday. Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted May 3, 2014 Author Share Posted May 3, 2014 Oh and..if you guys wouldn't mind voting on the poll and giving your .02 on the aquascape that would be much appreciated Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted May 3, 2014 Author Share Posted May 3, 2014 Poll at the top of the page lol Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted May 5, 2014 Author Share Posted May 5, 2014 Been noticing a bunch of leaks lately, sand inbetween the false wall, etc... Mike sent me some acrylic cement to try and close up the holes but it seems that no matter how much water I drain it keeps magically pouring in. If I can't get it stopped by tomorrow I may either have to drain the entire tank (worst case scenario) or he will be working on building me a new tank Link to comment
bpounds1991 Posted May 8, 2014 Author Share Posted May 8, 2014 Purchased a Biocube 29 Gal tank/stand on craigslist...the silicone is leaking on the return side.... trying to silicone tonight or get my money back tomorrow, between Micro-Reefs flaking on returning my money for their busted up tank and Craigslist I've had one heck of a week. Link to comment
ninjamyst Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 sorry things haven't been working out. the start can always be rough. at least your rockscape looks awesome Link to comment
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