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Yes. I could have done a 24" deep. But like I said, I wanted to stay in the 30-35 gallon range. Do u think the Fluval 406 is too much? And I'm not sure what ur asking when u mention an overflow. Am I missing somethin ? It didn't come with the overflow. I chose to stay with the basic tank. No overflow. Not predrilled. I intend on setting it up just like my cichlid tank as far as the filter goes. So please inform me if there is something I'm leaving out of the equation. I don't have an overflow on my 55 Gal tank. Unless ur talking about something that removes the surface scum. And to that, I would just set my return nozzle at a level that would create surface turbulence. I won't b filling this tank to the top. Probably about an 11/2" below the rim. And the tank and stand combo u mentioned sounds like a real fine deal
carey
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Ahh, yep, you wont need a drilled tank with overflow if youre going with a canister filter. lol My bad. 
I think you will have an issue with the intake and output nozzles though, they tend to be quite long and your tank isnt very tall. they do make a spray bar attachment for the output and maybe you can saw the input tube down a few inches?
I think you will have an issue with the intake and output nozzles though, they tend to be quite long and your tank isnt very tall. they do make a spray bar attachment for the output and maybe you can saw the input tube down a few inches?
carey
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Personally I think it may be a bit much. I'm using a 305 on a 55g tank. lol Keep in mind you will only be needing the filter for mechanical filtration and adding any chemical media you may need in the future.
lpn4
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other fixture for lighting
My Husband bought me a 30" flourescent fixture with 2 actinic 24w and to 12k flourescents and 4 blue led moonlight bulbs off of ebay eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices
My Husband bought me a 30" flourescent fixture with 2 actinic 24w and to 12k flourescents and 4 blue led moonlight bulbs off of ebay eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices
You're probably right Carey. And to think I was initially going to use an FX5. Whew, that could have been a disaster.
And to ipn4. Sounds as though your husband found a good deal. Congrats. I will keep it in mind on any future builds, thanks.
And to ipn4. Sounds as though your husband found a good deal. Congrats. I will keep it in mind on any future builds, thanks.
xxStLxx
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That radion looks beast lol. But does it really have that many wires or is it just the hanging kit isn't fully in place?
carey
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That thing looks awesome! I guess it better for what it costs..LOL
But seriously, looks great!
But seriously, looks great!
Ur right about that. For the price, it should b fixing my dinner. Its set at. 20% output for now. As for the wires. The 1 is hooked up to my laptop. 2 r part of the hanging apparatus, which I'll cut off when I'm satisfied with the height. And of course the power cord. I'll figure out something to do with it eventually
Progression of my build. Installed my Fluval along with the spray bar. Heater. Both in the horizontal position at rear. 20lbs of uncured rock. I'm switching water between my new tank and my established tank to complete the cycling process. Going to buy 10lbs of semi cured rock today followed by 10-15 lbs of cured rock in the next couple of weeks.
I'm not crazy about all the hardware at the rear of the tank but I can deal with it. Maybe if I had the patience and knowledge I would have installed a sump. Oh well, at least I'm satisfied this system will work satisfactorily.( I'm open to positive suggestions ) Thanks
I'm not crazy about all the hardware at the rear of the tank but I can deal with it. Maybe if I had the patience and knowledge I would have installed a sump. Oh well, at least I'm satisfied this system will work satisfactorily.( I'm open to positive suggestions ) Thanks
For anyone who might decide on buying one of these Ecotech Radion LED systems. Programing these things can be a nightmare. Don't hesitate to go to the Help site when you are configuring the program. I didn't think I would need help. But this site answers all the questions that lots of others were asking, as well as myself
Today I will be picking up my first coral for this tank. A multi colored Birdsnest. Crossing my fingers. Although I'm switching water between my established tank and new tank, I think it will be necessary to lightly feed this coral until I get an idea of its total requirements. It's a beautiful SPS I found on my LFS website. I purchased it before anyone else could get their grubby hands on it. But I've been away on business and am just now going to go get it.
xxStLxx
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Are you going to do all types of coral? i.e. SPS, LPS, polyps, NPS
Yes, all kinds. My 14 is doing so well, I decided to frag a couple of my larger corals. My Palau went under the blade this evening. He's not happy. And I actually felt kinda bad about it. I also moved a large colony of Toadstools to the new tank. I will use the 14 to start small frags that I can buy cheap and move them once they grow a little. I would have moved the Palau to the new tank but I think he's been thru enough for awhile
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