Zo00ks Fluval Evo V

[Zo00ks]

Hi All,

So after a break from saltwater tanks, I decided to get back into the hobby on a much smaller scale. I've had several tanks in the past from 80 -160 gallon tanks. But its a whole different ball game with this smaller tank. I had some help/ advice from several users on this site when I first posted in the New Guy forums. So im gonna make a build thread to document and share whats been done thus far with the 5 gallon. My plan is to stock it with SPS, sticking to the easier more tolerable species Montis, Birds of paradise seriatopora, Millis, and select acros. The plan is by no means set in stone, Just my vision for the tank. It currently a bare bottom tank and bone stock. The tank is currently cycling its at 1 week mark as of today. Heres some pics!

[ninjamyst]

what u gonna do for light and flow?

[Zo00ks]

Just ordered a Jebao pp4, like the fact that i can control it. I've read there are a couple ways to reduce the power so ill test that out. My light I'm still on the fence about. The nanobox mini(tide) whichever the new name is looks amazing, but i also like the kessil 160. Im open to suggestions! just got a seaside aquatics ato and have started to build a media box. I figure I've got some time to think about the next step. But any input will be great input!

[ninjamyst]

I just upgraded from a Fluval Spec V to the Fluval Evo 12. I am using a Nanobox Mini and it's great.

[Zo00ks]

After reading about the Nano box, I believe i'm sold it comes with a controller? its an extra 100 from kessil ! Did you have to get a custom mount for it to go off the existing light fitting?

[Muraki]

You will love the nanobox, I had one over a Spec V with 0 issues.

[ninjamyst]

After reading about the Nano box, I believe i'm sold it comes with a controller? its an extra 100 from kessil ! Did you have to get a custom mount for it to go off the existing light fitting?

comes with Bluefish controller with built-in wifi. Control it from your android or iphone. Ramp up, down, thunderstorm, clouds, all the options you want. Comes with gooseneck mount. Not sure what the Evo 5 is like so cant say whether it fits or not.

 

My Spec V with an older version of the light:

 

My Evo 12 with the latest version of the light:

[Zo00ks]

Theres a mount on the back of the Evo V for the stock light. Was wondering if it could use the same mount point?

 

I also have the start of my media box should be done today just gotta let the adhesive cure!

 

 

[ZeroEvoX]

I would love an evo 12, how do you like the evo tanks in general?

[Zo00ks]

So far I like it, but then again its just starting up. But thus far its a great little tank and has tons of upgrades available

[Friendly]

 

My Evo 12 with the latest version of the light:

 

waaant!!!

[Zo00ks]

So i just got 2 new toys in the Mail today! My upgraded pump and powerhead, also did my nitrate and ammonia test and ive been at 0ppm on nitrate and ammonia for 2 days now. Guess that rock was cleaner that I thought. Going to check it tomorrow AM if it remains the same gonna toss in some hermits.

 

[Reefkid88]

You may wanna find a 500mA power supply.for the rw4,even in my 7 gallon,it was a little much. I have a 500mA supply and i can almost crank it all the way up and its fine.

 

Overall,its coming togeyher nicely !!!

[Zo00ks]

You may wanna find a 500mA power supply.for the rw4,even in my 7 gallon,it was a little much. I have a 500mA supply and i can almost crank it all the way up and its fine.

 

Overall,its coming togeyher nicely !!!

Thanks for the advice, i was readiing up on the pump before i purchased and it was suggested. I plan on swapping it down to a 12v or 15v power supply. Did u order your new power supply?

[FlamingPrawn]

I'll second or third or fourth the mini tide. You'll need to come up with a creative way to get it to mount. or maybe dave the evil genius can help you The stupid stock Evo 5 light is different than the evo 12. And sadly that plastic piece isn't going to come off the 5 easily :/

[Reefkid88]

I did not. I actually had a 500mA power supply laying around and just make sure the polarity match and you'll be good. Some people had theirs fry,but Ive been using mine for over a year and not a single issue.

 

Im thinking about getting a SW-2 Jebao just released. Supposedly its the size of a golf ball.

[Zo00ks]

Ughhh, wish i would have seen those i would've probably purchased that instead. Thinking ill purchase the tide box sometime this week, 100% sold on them. @ninjamyst what light is that on your bigger evo? i like the look of the mini tide with the custom top peices. Wanna make sure i get the right one, there are several different version on the minis

[Spec]

 

My Evo 12 with the latest version of the light:

 

waaant!!!

I agree! I have a spec v and am seriously considering an Evo 12 for a future upgrade. Amazing looking tank BTW!

[ninjamyst]

Ughhh, wish i would have seen those i would've probably purchased that instead. Thinking ill purchase the tide box sometime this week, 100% sold on them. @ninjamyst what light is that on your bigger evo? i like the look of the mini tide with the custom top peices. Wanna make sure i get the right one, there are several different version on the minis

Just the mini tide M I believe. My top piece is gray and body is white.

I agree! I have a spec v and am seriously considering an Evo 12 for a future upgrade. Amazing looking tank BTW!

Thanks! I love the dimension on the Evo 12. It's basically the Spec V / Evo 5 but much wider so bigger back chamber and more room for aquascape.

[Zo00ks]

Tank Update-
Added the Jebao pp4 w/ a 12v power supply picked one up from radio shack, there was way to much flow with the 24v supply.

Swapped the stock return pump with the Aqueon Aq600

Got my ATO hooked up, seems to be functioning thus far

Added 4 hermit crabs, my ammonia and nitrate has been a 0 for over 4 days the rock was cured and no sand made for a fast cycle but I plan to watch it til the weekend just to make sure before i add a fish

Changed the aquascape i pulled out one of the larger pieces to rearrange and it fell off the table and busted in half that made the quick fix another 2 hour endeavor

 

[MedievalITGuy]

Sad that the rock broke, but I'm liking the new aquascape.

[Zo00ks]

Well i added 4 hermit crabs and the ammonia spiked up! its at .5 ppm, Nitrates are reading 0, Hopefully the hermits can pull thru til this passes. Should I do a water change? Im waiting for the PH tester to show up soon as that arrives ill have that parameter as well

[Zo00ks]

So got a quick question, I was offered an AI Nano with upgraded controller for a really cheap price from a friend. Is this light set up worth it? Anyone own/previoulsy owned with this light? pros/cons?