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I would go MH with that depth. You could probably get away with a 6 bulb T5 but it will still put some limits on what you can have lower in the tank.
I wouldn't risk it for the price of a powerhead. Plastic soaks up copper and could leach it into your invert filled tank later.
This makes me want to re-do the rock in my tank.
Realistically a 20 gallon long is mine. It has an awesome footprint, doesn't take much to take care, is cheap, and doesn't cost much to set up. On...
Two skimmers, open top, lots of surface agitation from my MP10 and at least once a day I put my face in the water and blow bubbles.
A good heater and chiller combo set up right will help keep temp swings to a minimum.
Hmm. Was hoping you weren't running a sump so it wouldn't have anything low to the floor to heat. If you do have problems with it I think a fan...
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Maybe an electric air mattress pump with the extended snorkel.
The big problem I see with this is not necessarily the tank being to hot, but the temp swing that could happen every time the heater kicks on. Is the...
Definitely watch your temps very close. Radiant heat?
Clown Surgeon.
Welcome to 3reef. Can't wait to see some pictures...
Those reflectors cut the light spill out down tremendously.
Did you know scuba regulators run at 125 psi? Most Home improvement compressors can push that much. Why not get a small compressor and convert a...
Oh, now I have to post a picture for you too.
Since you have more than your even care to save, why not take a couple to your LFS' for free. Let them see how they like caring for them and hope...
That will look amazing covered with coral. Easy place to take out and glue frags on too.
Are you running any carbon? It will help clear and keep your water clear. It's best to add all your fish than wait two weeks before adding coral....
Most people just run a filter sock.
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