Back at it!

[Wankel]

Well after almost exactly 24 hours of thinking about getting back into the hobby, I have a tank... LOL Picked up a IM NUVO Fusion Nano 20.

Im open to lighting suggestions, I picked it up at Jims Exotic Reef (Jim is a good guy) and he suggested a 2 bulb T5 fixture, but I think im leaning more towards LED. Had a R240R Nano on my last NUVO tank and I was happy with it, but I want to be able to grow everything (zoos, LPS, SPS). I see some people running Nanobox lighting but the pricepoint is crazy high considering the competition, for just a little more you can get a Radion or any AI light.

Anyways, taking the rest slow and gonna do research, want a minimal approach but with good supporting equipment, and definitely not going to put an APEX on it. I am eyeing the new COBALT heaterm that will probably be my choice for that, possibly throw a JEBAO on there, or pony up and get a MP10. Gotta figure out what I have still.

 

[reeferside]

Chad,

I have those ASIA reef breeder boxes, basically new and just an option for u. Shop around and see what u can find.

 

[barbazoid]

welcome back

 

[Wankel]

Chad,

I have those ASIA reef breeder boxes, basically new and just an option for u. Shop around and see what u can find.

Thanks man appreciate the offer but im looking for something with more bells and whistles, like the Radion or AI stuff.

 

[babyjess210]

Welcome Back!!!

 

[newtothis]

Welcome back chad..I'd say look into the hydra 26 HD. Comes with built wifi adaptor,so no need for additional controller. Driver over drive is a game changer..

 

[Wankel]

Thanks guys!

 

[BeanMachine]

Your not going to have a controller?

 

[Wankel]

Your not going to have a controller?

Sup Cody, I didn't want to, but I may end up getting one down the road. Originally I was gonna go for the 10g cube and just do a lower budgeted tank setup, but I liked the idea of have a couple more fish choices so went with the 20g which makes a little more sense to get one. Trying not to spend a lot of money!

 

[Wankel]

Your not going to have a controller?

Sup Cody, I didn't want to, but I may end up getting one down the road. Originally I was gonna go for the 10g cube and just do a lower budgeted tank setup, but I liked the idea of have a couple more fish choices so went with the 20g which makes a little more sense to get one. Trying not to spend a lot of money!

 

[BeanMachine]

Sup Cody, I didn't want to, but I may end up getting one down the road. Originally I was gonna go for the 10g cube and just do a lower budgeted tank setup, but I liked the idea of have a couple more fish choices so went with the 20g which makes a little more sense to get one. Trying not to spend a lot of money!

I hear you. At least get a used rkl or a ranco controller for the heater.

 

[Wankel]

I hear you. At least get a used rkl or a ranco controller for the heater.

I was gonna pick up that new Cobalt Neo-Therm heater.

 

[Wankel]

Nothing to see, but here it is all by its lonesome, waiting for my other tank to sell so I can get more parts!

 

[Goober]

Hey Chad welcome back. I have a brand new temp controller you can have whenever we get a chance to meet up. Bought and never used it. Controls heater and fan/chiller

 

[Wankel]

Hey Chad welcome back. I have a brand new temp controller you can have whenever we get a chance to meet up. Bought and never used it. Controls heater and fan/chiller

Hey man! Nice thanks! Maybe I dont need that fancy expensive neo-therm then! haha. You guys ever find a house?

 

[Goober]

No I've been working in the bay area for a few months now. I can always ship it to you when I get home. It's still in the shipping box lol

 

[Confuse]

A DJ switch will solve most of your woes for control. Not much to it than that. Unless you find a reefkeeper for cheap...

What ATO you going with?

 

[Wankel]

A DJ switch will solve most of your woes for control. Not much to it than that. Unless you find a reefkeeper for cheap...

What ATO you going with?

Undecided, I used to have an aqualifter with JBJ ATO before, but had some trouble with the head height as it was like double the recommended 2.5' max.

 

[Confuse]

Undecided, I used to have an aqualifter with JBJ ATO before, but had some trouble with the head height as it was like double the recommended 2.5' max.

I had the same problem with my aqualifter and it was a pain. I really like my Tunze ATO. It keeps the water precise. The pump is also powerful, but it's a little loud when it kicks on. Still, it hasn't failed me yet.

 

[Wankel]

So I think I will be getting an ATI Sirius X1 or X2, they are ahead of the game in my opinion. Probably a Tunze Osmolator as you suggested Confuse.