IM Nuvo Concept Abyss Peninsula 20G

[T2LEE]

Started a 20g reef tank on Thursday. Three days into the cycle. 20lbs of CaribSea live sand and 18lbs of Fiji live rock. Just being patient from here! Always looking for advice, suggestions and to learn everything i can about this hobby!

 

[ReefWreak]

Very cool. Welcome! Can't wait to see that really unique tank fill up and grow out!

 

[T2LEE]

Thanks ReefWreak. I can't wait also. I'm learning a lot from this forum!

 

[thewedge]

Any updates on this tank. Wife just got me the 20g panorama version to go along with my 65gal. Looking for ideas and experiences. Thanks.

 

[T2LEE]

9 months into this tank and this is how she looks!!!

 

[ReefWreak]

Other than having to tilt my head, the pics and tank look great. Thanks for the update!

Any lessons learned with the shelf/abyss tank that you didn't expect? Easy enough to clean the glass? How about with the substrate on the top shelf?

 

[GQsmooth]

Is this made with acrylic? If so, are you getting any bowing on the far end?

 

[Floyd79]

Any bowing on this tank?

 

[T2LEE]

Hey guys! Sorry for the late response! I'm not sure why the photos came out like that. I will upload a few updated pictures and yes, I am having some bowing issues on the sides. I contacted IM and they were not helpful at all. I just hope the acrylic sides hold up!!

 

[T2LEE]

Updated pictures taken today!

 

[T2LEE]

Sorry guys, I have no idea why the pictures are coming out side ways!

 

[T2LEE]

IM abyss bowing

IM abyss bowing

2 years up and running and my tank is now at 3/8 of an inch bowing out of the sides. I have had no leaks but the bowing seems to get worse as time goes on. Not very happy that IM wont help or at least discount me off a new abyss glass version.

 

[T2LEE]

Yes, 3/8 of a inch.

 

[Colorwerx]

Are you kidding? And they dont care about the bad comments on an international level.

 

[Blitzburggirl]

Wow- you've built a beautiful tank!

I would hope IM would take care of you!

Other than the bowing- care to share other lessons learned? What light are you using?

 

[scattered]

2 years up and running and my tank is now at 3/8 of an inch bowing out of the sides. I have had no leaks but the bowing seems to get worse as time goes on. Not very happy that IM wont help or at least discount me off a new abyss glass version.

That really is too bad. The abyss looks stunning and is something I would consider if my latest foray into the hobby is a success. Your tank looks to be in beautiful shape aside from the bow. Kudos.

 

[Blitzburggirl]

I love your tonga bridge between the sections.

You said it's acrylic.. They are being marketed (currently) as glass as you mentioned, I'm guessing that should set my heart to rest about bowing....

Have you added anything? Needed to upgrade return? Skimmer? Your tank is fantastic! I see one powerhead (MP10?) in your photos, is that enough to keep detritus from building up on the lower level?

 

[bigbpro916]

Awesome looking tank!!!

 

[JohnL]

I just started a nano tank. How is everyone's tanks doing lately?