Cstaricansrfer1
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Sorry guys still no livestock due to other setbacks that got in the way. The tank is still running smoothly, however, and still awaiting its much anticipated tenants.
Very nice!
I think I remember you saying that you plan to have the tank going a while before ordering the seahorses? So how long until you can get them?
I know it has taken me a lot longer than planned, but I'm getting pretty close. I think the tank has stabilized pretty well.
My last concern before adding seahorses is temp. I was hoping that fans blowing across the sump would be sufficient to keep it at or below 74, but now I'm pretty certain I will need to buy a chiller. Tank temp stays around 78 and fans bring it down a couple degrees, but not enough. During the winter months I will be fine but Florida summers are pretty brutal.
Any advice on a good chiller? Also, I need an ideal location for it. I don't want to keep it in the filtration closet because of the exhaust it will put out in that small of a space. The best place for it would be through the wall in the garage, but will that be too hot of a location? I've read that ideally you want it outside but it may not be feasible for me.
great setup, looks awesome!
I hope it's ok. I used a Coralife size guide to choose. You have a fair bit more water volume than my system but your chiller is smaller. If it's inadequate it will run longer to get the temperature down that 2 degrees.
Very impressive tank you have there.
I am a huge fan of seahorses and i have 4 Erectus currently. Let me know if you have any questions along the way! I will follow along
42 Gallon Half Moon
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btw they love the sponges