2 f15hy 4u Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 UPDATE: Some unexpected expenses have come up, and I am forced to get rid of the equipment I've purchased for the new set up. Background: I've had a 12 Gallon Aquapod with a black and white clown and a brown serpent star for the last 3-4ish years. I never really had the chance to get into corals, because I didn't really have anywhere to get them locally and the online stores I knew about seemed too salty (See what I did there?) in price. Since I now have the recourses, and I've had my tank (acrylic 8 gallon display, ugh) for so long, I thought it was time for a change! This will probably be a pretty slow build, but I hope its a good one! I plan on having a few macros with mainly softies and LPS, maybe a couple SPS down the line. Equipment: Ordered: AI Prime and Tank Mount Aqua Medic EcoDrift Controllable Pump/Powerhead-4.0 Owned: Innovative Marine 20 Gallon Nuvo Fusion Digital Aquatics ReefKeeper Lite Controller with Thermometer Probe MaxiJet 1200 Heater JBJ NanoGlo Fuge Light Need to Order: Rock & Sand Fish/Inverts: Black and White Clown Orange Snowflake Clown Green Banded Goby x2 Tail Spot Blenny Sexy Shrimp x3 or x5 Pom Pom Crab x2 Harlequin Serpent Starfish x2 Link to comment
Dan R Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Looking forward to this thread. Keep us updated. Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 9, 2015 Author Share Posted August 9, 2015 I will definitely attempt to do so! Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 So, I'm thinking about a few of my other tank options, and I was wondering if any of you guys know if building a 16"x18"x13" low iron glass aquarium with back chambers would be WAY more expensive? I know it will be a bit more due to the low iron glass, but don't know how much more. Are there any websites you suggest I look at? Thanks. Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 So, I'm thinking about a few of my other tank options, and I was wondering if any of you guys know if building a 16"x18"x13" low iron glass aquarium with back chambers would be WAY more expensive? I know it will be a bit more due to the low iron glass, but don't know how much more. Are there any websites you suggest I look at? Thanks. Well yeah MUCH more expensive than the $100 Nuvo 10 lol... Custom tanks are expensive PLUS $100+ shipping fee if not local Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 It will still be crazy expensive if I order the glass online (cut to size) and make the tank myself then too eh? Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 11, 2015 Author Share Posted August 11, 2015 As you guys may have noticed, I've been thinking about changing my tank plans! It might take me a little longer, but I am getting really stoked about the possibility. Mind you I'm thinking about it, and I have a couple questions. Would the AI Prime be strong enough for the Fusion 40 Gallon? I saw the video on marine depot with them saying they have it on a 20" cube. What do you guys think? I guess that's one question. Lol Link to comment
Dan R Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 I don't know about the light but the fusion 40 sounds like a good change of plans. Link to comment
GtTap Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Is money an issue when it comes to the light? Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 Yes it is. I'm a full time college student, so of course I need to indulge in one of the most expensive hobbies I could. Lol Otherwise I would definitely be looking at something like the Radion. Link to comment
GtTap Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 well if money is the issue you could buy a chinese black box led to start off with. What price range are you looking at? Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 So the AI Prime won't be enough? Link to comment
GtTap Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Well it says on MD the prime can cover 30"x30". BUt AI says it covers 18"x18". Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 So the AI Prime won't be enough? Not enough for a Fusion 40. You would need two for that Hey, getting a T5 fixture with ATI bulbs will run you about $160. Something to think about; although they will need bulb changes every 6 months or so, the initial investment is much less which IME is desired by a student. You could get a NanoBox Duo on the forums maybe, or as GtTap mentioned go with some black boxes. My LFS uses Ocean Revive LED fixtures that they well for $99, I used one on a 28g and it worked well. How about DIY? Totally forgot about the dimensions of the Fusion 40. Thought it was one of those 36" shallow tanks... But its like 22 and really tall. Prime might work- sorry! Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 I think I'd be okay with the 18"x18". I don't plan on keeping SPS, maybe a few down the line, but they would be towards the top. I've been juggling the tank sizes all day, but I think the AI Prime would be the most efficient and economical choice for a decent range of tank sizes (at least the tank sizes/dimensions I'm looking at). Thanks bunches for the input! Link to comment
GtTap Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 You can buy the ones i got they are only $79 now or get the new T247think they are $179. Heres a link from amazon but i think i saw it on another site for 179. http://www.amazon.com/OceanRevive%C2%AE-Arctic-T247-Spectrum-Dimmable-Aquarium/dp/B00YOYD3K2 Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 I totally forgot about DIY to be honest! I'm the epitome of a woman, and I can not make up my mind. Lol It's between the 20G and the 40G at this point. Obviously the expense doubles. I'm trying to find something that could work on a smaller tank or a bigger one at a decent price without compromising the quality of life for future corals. Bear with me guys! I will probably be yo-yoing around a bit. XP Hm. Maybe I'll look into that one. Not enough for a Fusion 40. You would need two for that Hey, getting a T5 fixture with ATI bulbs will run you about $160. Something to think about; although they will need bulb changes every 6 months or so, the initial investment is much less which IME is desired by a student. You could get a NanoBox Duo on the forums maybe, or as GtTap mentioned go with some black boxes. My LFS uses Ocean Revive LED fixtures that they well for $99, I used one on a 28g and it worked well. How about DIY? Totally forgot about the dimensions of the Fusion 40. Thought it was one of those 36" shallow tanks... But its like 22 and really tall. Prime might work- sorry! Ooo! Yay! They're on sale right now too, so that's why I'm like "should I impulse buy"? Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 13, 2015 Author Share Posted August 13, 2015 Guys... guys... guys... Guess what! I just placed the order for my fish tank! It is an Innovative Marine Fusion, but I'll leave the size a surprise. I took it as a sign that the light went on sale, and I got a personal coupon from drsfostersmith.com! I pulled the plug, and I'm starting to collect my equipment! Link to comment
NanoFever Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Awesome can't wait to see what next! Link to comment
charnelhouse Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Guys... guys... guys... Guess what! I just placed the order for my fish tank! It is an Innovative Marine Fusion, but I'll leave the size a surprise. I took it as a sign that the light went on sale, and I got a personal coupon from drsfostersmith.com! I pulled the plug, and I'm starting to collect my equipment! Welcome to the Fusion 40 club (guessing it was the Prime on sale). Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 13, 2015 Author Share Posted August 13, 2015 I guess you'll just have to wait and see! I probably won't be able to keep it a secret for long, because I'm so stoked. Lol I'll update my first post with the new equipment and stocking plans, most likely in a couple days. Link to comment
Dan R Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 I guess you'll just have to wait and see! I probably won't be able to keep it a secret for long, because I'm so stoked. Lol I'll update my first post with the new equipment and stocking plans, most likely in a couple days. I hope you are not good at keeping secrets. I can't wait. Link to comment
2 f15hy 4u Posted August 14, 2015 Author Share Posted August 14, 2015 Yeah, so I couldn't hold out! I kind of realized that I'm going to be pretty busy this weekend/next week with if being the last week before classes begin, and I wanted to go ahead and let you guys know what I'm thinking for my new tank. I'm questioning if the duel powerhead/wavemaker kit will be too much flow with the MJ replacing the stock pump though... Link to comment
Dan R Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 I wouldn't order a power head until you see how much flow your return pump gives you. Link to comment
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