ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 Let me first start off by saying , It's great to be back! I've been out the Aquarium game for 4 years, and even longer since I've had an actual reef display tank. I currently work in the aquarium service industry, so I have the opportunity to work around reefs on a daily basis, so I guess I was never really gone! Anywho, onto the journal. My inspiration for this re-entry into the hobby was an Innovative Marine 14 Peninsula. Let me just say, I've been in this hobby since 2004, and kept tanks of all sizes. But these nano tanks are really awesome looking. Although it isn't packed with fancy corals, it's still nice. After a couple setbacks, I finally settled on a tank. The UNS tank wanted was backordered for the foreseeable future. I just ordered the Lifegard 24.09..funny thing, ie that every single one of these tanks fit within my space constraints! 2 1 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 Not my tank, but awesomee. And the reason I'm back!! Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 Here are some corals I have stashed away at the store I work at. All of these are going in my peninsula. 1 2 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 Originally bought alot of these corals 6 -12 months ago with the Intention of using my nuvo 30l, but it broke during transit. Heres the specs I'm thinking about going for my tank profile Tank : tbd Flow: aquamai KPS Lighting: Maxspect X 100 Skimmer: tbd Filtration: INtank poly + chemipure blue ATO: Tunze nano Dosing : ESV B-Ionic with two Kamoer X1s Planned corals coming soon! Stay tuned! Quote Link to comment
Christopher Marks Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 Welcome back @ReefahBarra84! That's a killer collection of coral frags, looking forward to seeing what you create with your custom peninsula tank plans 🙂 1 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 1 hour ago, Christopher Marks said: Welcome back @ReefahBarra84! That's a killer collection of coral frags, looking forward to seeing what you create with your custom peninsula tank plans 🙂 Thank you sir! Yeah, I've done a bit of collecting for my "eventual" display. I've got some cool lps too. Basically, alot of furniture without the house... haha Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 The real gem are my shrooms. 😛 2 Quote Link to comment
Tempestas Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 Can't wait to see this tank get wet! With that sort of livestock it's going to look epic. 1 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 Only hold up is that the tank will take 4 weeks to make. So, I might break down and get another tank in the meantime. 😉 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 22, 2019 Author Share Posted July 22, 2019 More eye candy!! 2 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 26, 2019 Author Share Posted July 26, 2019 Well, quick update . I scrapped my custom peninsula plans . (Way too expensive) lol. Anyways, the tank I ordered is a UNS 20 gallon 60A Standard All in one. Dimensions are; 23._"x 14.17"x 14.17" . This one actually works alot better for my situation in the long run, more water volume, and $200 less than the custom system. Stay tuned! Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 26, 2019 Author Share Posted July 26, 2019 The lineup for my tank! A tank is ordered! Stay tuned 4 Quote Link to comment
Kyle99 Posted July 26, 2019 Share Posted July 26, 2019 On 7/22/2019 at 8:56 AM, ReefahBarra84 said: More eye candy!! What is the 3rd coral? The green and orange one. I had one just like it for a long while but just ended up getting rid of it. Ive always wondered what the name was. 1 Quote Link to comment
billygoat Posted July 27, 2019 Share Posted July 27, 2019 Hmm interesting! I am not familiar with UNS, so I am looking forward to seeing one of their AIOs! Seems pretty promising. I hope this one doesn't break on you in transit! 😁 1 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Share Posted July 27, 2019 6 hours ago, billygoat said: Hmm interesting! I am not familiar with UNS, so I am looking forward to seeing one of their AIOs! Seems pretty promising. I hope this one doesn't break on you in transit! 😁 Yeah, the only thing is that it seems they only have 2 online retailers . Apparently, the 60A is on back-order. Just found out today. Hopefully it sorts itself out. Because, if it doesn't, I'm just going to get the fusion 20 Pro, and call it a day. Literally the same dimensions. When I began this, I was limited to a particular dresser/end table. It's super sturdy, but the flat surface dimensions are limited to 24" x 16". So, you can see why I'm playing musical chairs with tank ideas! Lmao Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Share Posted July 27, 2019 Ramping up the eye candy!!! 1 1 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Share Posted July 27, 2019 (edited) Double Edited July 27, 2019 by ReefahBarra84 Double post 1 2 Quote Link to comment
Tempestas Posted July 28, 2019 Share Posted July 28, 2019 My jaw just hit the floor... 🤤 1 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 28, 2019 Author Share Posted July 28, 2019 Lol. Yeah, I like zoas and favites ;). Actually, like any coral with colors that stand out against the common crowd corals. I know that as enthusiasts, we have a different definition for common. But you know what I mean. Alot of those zoas are uncommon in my local area, but online, they aren't. Haha.. Quote Link to comment
TatorTaco Posted July 28, 2019 Share Posted July 28, 2019 So what tank did you decide to go with? I read a Lifegard and a UNS. Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted July 28, 2019 Author Share Posted July 28, 2019 Lifegard is locked in. Finally. I scrapped the peninsula, and the UNS was backordered. I initially thought about the fusion 20 Pro, but for the price, the Lifegard was the best gallon per buck for me. Quote Link to comment
TatorTaco Posted July 28, 2019 Share Posted July 28, 2019 I have the smallest version of their lineup (4.14G). I really like it, but be prepared to immediately replace the return pump. Also, I was less than thrilled with the coupling from the return pump to the lock line. Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted August 7, 2019 Author Share Posted August 7, 2019 Picked up some lightss😎 3 Quote Link to comment
ReefahBarra84 Posted August 11, 2019 Author Share Posted August 11, 2019 So, this happened 😊 I feel like the tank has changed alot, but finally found the tank I wanted, and the it was actually in stock... Stay tuned. Quote Link to comment
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