Getting back into some zoa/palys...

[RokleM]

How do you like that HOB filter? Would you recommend it to your friends?

Nope, only my arch-nemesis No seriously, so far it seems to do the trick. I had a few specifics I was looking for that are different than most people. I didn't care about the pump being in tank vs in the filter since it's hidden behind rock work. Many might not like that. I wanted something as small and compact as possible. I have large sheets of filter floss I'll probably use after the initial filters are used. The thing is literally only 1.5-2" wide, which leaves most nano guys with few options in retrofit (rubble rock or macro algae being common). My actual primary requirement was a near zero splash unit. Since my water level is lower in the tank (~2" or so from rim), most of the HOB units would be a mess. This one hangs down into the tank quite a bit further than most.

One thing I really like is the the pump being outside and the valve to throttle flow in the filter unit itself, that offering a lower stress setup for the pump hopefully making it last a bit longer. Most HOB throttle the pump input, stressing the pump over time.

 

[SaltwaterAdict]

That is going to be an awesome setup! Loaded with color. :bounce1::bounce2::bounce3:

 

[blkg35]

Those zoas you picked up are sweet!! I really like the first one.
What is it called?

 

[quicktater]

Dude, I love your choices in livestock. Those pics are amazing, If your Reef Skills match your photography skills this tank will blossom into a "Showstopper". Nice work! and thanks for sharing.

 

[RokleM]

Those zoas you picked up are sweet!! I really like the first one.
What is it called?

Blue Hornets or something similar probably.

 

[Sinclair81]

Very nice, i look forward to following this thread, curious to see how growth goes under that lite. What are you planning for maintenence?

 

[DallasNYC]

Loving your tank.
any new updates?

 

[innate1]

Those last two are su weeet!