azuly Posted September 13, 2013 My Nuvo 16 Build. http://www.nano-reef.com/topic/329357-hungaroreef-nuvo-16/ Quote Share this post Link to post
Boneshaker Posted September 18, 2013 My IM Nuvo 16 http://www.nano-reef.com/topic/333387-im-nuvo-16/ Just filled it with water 9-6-13. Going to be transferring some thing over from my Spec V reef. Quote Share this post Link to post
TeamIM24 Posted September 22, 2013 I bought some live rock yesterday on craig's list and have started the cycle on my IM 24. I noticed that after putting sand, live rock and water in the tank that it suddenly has a forward tilt to it. It was all level when dry so I am not sure what happened when filling it. It makes me uneasy so I thought I would hop on and ask for suggestions. It is all too heavy for me to do any simple adjustments. Thoughts? Quote Share this post Link to post
Cameron6796 Posted September 22, 2013 Is it the acrylic stand or what the entire tank is on top off My fluval edge leans forward but it's because its on my dresser Quote Share this post Link to post
TeamIM24 Posted September 22, 2013 Is it the acrylic stand or what the entire tank is on top off My fluval edge leans forward but it's because its on my dresser It is what the entire tank is on top of. It was level with no tank and level with an empty tank but now tilting forward with a full tank. Quote Share this post Link to post
Cameron6796 Posted September 22, 2013 Well there's your problem, how wiggly is the stand you could try bracing it but if its strong and not wiggly it should be fine Quote Share this post Link to post
TeamIM24 Posted September 23, 2013 The stand is very strong and I am not at all worried about it. My concern is if the forward tilt is putting too much stress on the bent glass corners. Quote Share this post Link to post
Cameron6796 Posted September 23, 2013 Good point you never want a tank to hang over the stand try shimming the stand Quote Share this post Link to post
tlombardo Posted September 23, 2013 I shimmed the desk holding my 16 because I realized my floor is actually uneven left to right so it looked really bad when the water level was half an inch higher on one side. It was pretty heavy and yours will be heavier but if you can get a good grip on the stand it should be reasonable to lift an inch while someone else slides something under. Quote Share this post Link to post
TeamIM24 Posted September 23, 2013 Thanks. I don't know if I can lift it at this point. My stand is strong enough to put a car jack inside/underneath and lift the counter top/tank (I hope). At least as of now that's how I plan to raise it so I can put another shim underneath. Quote Share this post Link to post
defender.TX Posted September 23, 2013 Just my two cents, you should not move the tank with water in it. One, 20 gallons of water is roughly 200 lbs, the tank and stand another 100, plus any sand and live rock you have in it. It's going to be heavy, and I would be very nervous using a jack. Honestly, it will be way easier for you to buy 2 ten gallon RubberMaid tubs, siphon most of the water out, fix it, then pump the water back in. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post
Cameron6796 Posted September 23, 2013 Yes because jacking it up will still keep the weight in the same spot since your stand has already settle Quote Share this post Link to post
TeamIM24 Posted September 24, 2013 I didn't jack the whole stand, just the counter top which was recessed. I didn't secure it since it was such a snug fit (glad I didn't). I placed a car jack inside my stand on the raised bottom and raised the top about 3/8", slid in three 1/4" plywood shims along the front and then lowered the jack. Whole thing took less than 5 minutes and now it is perfectly level. I will keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't settle anymore. It's not something I want to do again. Quote Share this post Link to post
Sylveir Posted November 1, 2013 Just got a Nuvo 16 and would like to ask a quick question about upgrading the lighting from the stock two LEDs with something better. I love the look of the Maxxspect, but it is a bit pricey in my mind for this small of a tank. However, I was looking at the Kessil A150w and I was wondering if that was my best option other than the Maxxspect? If so, what is the best one to go with (I.E. Sky/Ocean blue, Special blend etc) and also should I just ditch the two stock lights or use them with the Kessil? Any info is greatly appreciated! Love this thread lots of awesome tanks in here. Quote Share this post Link to post
tlombardo Posted November 1, 2013 If money is a concern you can get a great light for the 16 from reefbreeders (value fixture) or I hear great things about buildmyled.com. Those options are both cheaper I think. I don't know anything about kessil lights though I just don't know how well a single light source would cover the 9X24 inch footprint of the display area that well. I also have no experience with that though so hopefully someone else chimes in on that. Tony Quote Share this post Link to post
lkc Posted November 4, 2013 I've set up my new 38G Nuvo Marine and I'm having heat issues. My house is at a steady 76 degrees but the tank is running at 80-82 degrees. I've unplugged the heater and it's not the light. I think it may be the pump. Has anyone else had this issue and if so, what did they do? If there is a cooler running pump out there that fits this tank, I would be grateful for suggestions. Thanks! L. Quote Share this post Link to post
schaNYC Posted November 4, 2013 I have a nuvo 24 so perhaps a 38 owner can provide their suggestion. Having said that, I replaced my single pump that my tank came with, which is the same exact pump they include with the 38s. It even says mini 38 on the label of the pump. I replaced in hopes of getting less vibration noise and having some redundancy of using two pumps, but also the added benefit of less power usage/heat. Vibration noise is slightly reduced. Temps reduced but not sure how much as I was running my heater at 80 with old pump. Ended up replacing with two cobalt aquatics (not marine land maxi jet) mj900 pumps. No longer use the Y-split tubing as each nozzle gets its own tube and pump. Old pump: 45 watts/476 gph Two new pumps: 16 watts/460 gph total Quote Share this post Link to post
novice Posted November 4, 2013 I've set up my new 38G Nuvo Marine and I'm having heat issues. My house is at a steady 76 degrees but the tank is running at 80-82 degrees. I've unplugged the heater and it's not the light. I think it may be the pump. Has anyone else had this issue and if so, what did they do? If there is a cooler running pump out there that fits this tank, I would be grateful for suggestions. Thanks! L. I had a heat issue with my JBJ 28. I have LEDs and didn't think they added too much heat. I live in TX and keep my thermostat at the sametemp, 76. I found that it was bc I was running both pumps at the same time. I started using the wave maker and it stopped my heat issue. i would suggest you go with schaNYC's suggestion and try a lower wattage pump. Also do you have the top glass on? If so, try removing it so it doesn't trap so much heat. Quote Share this post Link to post
lkc Posted November 4, 2013 Thanks for the suggestions. I don't have the glass on. So, It must be the pump. I may try a sicce. I found one with more gph and lower wattage. Otherwise, I may go with two smaller pumps. I am not sure if the nuvo pump is a mag drive. It may be. Quote Share this post Link to post
Cameron6796 Posted November 5, 2013 What are the dimensions of the pump chamber Quote Share this post Link to post
Cameron6796 Posted November 6, 2013 Cool now I can pick a pump to fit there Quote Share this post Link to post
Coolhandreefer Posted November 6, 2013 Any idea on how to keep small cerith snails out of the back chambers? Quote Share this post Link to post
TheDeltaFlight Posted November 11, 2013 Any suggestions on a good skimmer for the 16 Nuvo? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post
