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I tested this over a 4 month span using an Emperor 280. At first all seemed fine but as a build up started forming on the biowheel it did raise...
I will look into that, I am not sure I think it is to protect the pump from lack of water.
So, I am about to install a Reef Fanatic ATO on my 20 Gallon Mantis Tank and I do not have a sump. How do you keep snails from getting on the sensor...
I do not want a canopy. I do want corals so I will need some type of HO T5. What about a clamp on MH? Tank is small enough that it may cover the...
It is a 15 gallon show tank, I appreciate the feedback! :)
Agreed, I can deal with the overhang for better bulb options.
I purchase most of my equipment from Marine Depot, they have great shipping specials and if your in California they offer a no tax coupon :)
Yes, most of the rock is Fiji and a couple pounds of Tonga branch. Only thing I am a bit disappointed in is that my Mantis rarely ventures out like...
Hardly any noise from the aeroforce. trickles back into the tank and very few air bubbles. Very happy with it :)
Thanks Reef, sometimes I am just not appreciated around the house for my dedication to this amazing hobby :). I keep trying to get her interested...
Yep, heading towards the 15th anniversary and she wants a new ring, I think my little 20 gallon reef / mantis is a fair trade off :)
Update 5-21-10 Here are some update pictures, since my last post I replaced the Marineland LED fixture with a T5 HO from Aquaticlife and a new...
I need help trying to find a 20" T5 adequate for reef use. How do you all feel about putting a 24" Aquaticlife (I guess it would just hang off 2" on...
Try cutting into 220 with a wall saw sometime :).
I have done it to myself on more then one occassion :)
I love that style of tank and you have made a good selection on the lights / skimmer. I do think there may be several items you do not need if you...
I agree your lights may be causing the issue (follow suggestion above). As for hermits and snails they will climb all over everything and get to...
G. Smithi usually are 3.5 inches to 5 inches. Here is one of my favorite places to buy from that has a little info: Purple Spot Mantis Shrimp,...
I would definately do the Mantis if you do not have one. 20 Gallon is perfect and you can even put a couple damsels in the tank. My Mantis has not...
You do need to be careful with generators. The fluctuation in power can create spikes that can damage electronics. How long a period of time are...
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