My 55g reef build.

[Bent]

Nice!

If I could suggest maybe get some black vinyl wrap off eBay and cover the back of the tank to hide the wires. Especially with that kind of minimalistic aquascape.

 

[JoeVandal49]

Thanks Bent!

I do intend on adding a background, just havent gotten around to it yet.

Would you suggest black or dark blue?

 

[Bent]

I tend to like black, but it's whatever you like. Your the one that has to look at it.

 

[Pigpen17]

Buy some colored paper from an art store for color testing and give them all a shot. Light blue, dk blue or black all look good. Then you'll be sure of what background to get.

 

[sponger0]

Yes those are bam bams. The color change is what is called color morphing. Happens alot with zoas.

 

[JoeVandal49]

Yes those are bam bams. The color change is what is called color morphing. Happens alot with zoas.

so if i were to frag some of the greens off, would they maintain that color and form a new colony all that color?

 

[JoeVandal49]

Also, thanks for the suggestions on the background guys.

 

[sponger0]

so if i were to frag some of the greens off, would they maintain that color and form a new colony all that color?

Possibly. But cant say for definate.

 

[JoeVandal49]

Possibly. But cant say for definate.

So is the green likely a morph from the bam bams, or are the bam bams a morph from the green?

I would assume the green is the morph based on the prevalence of bam bams in the hobby?

Just trying to get my mind wrapped around it.

Thanks for the response!

 

[sponger0]

The green is a morph from the bam bams. If you lool at it, youll see the rim is the same as the bam bams

 

[JoeVandal49]

The green is a morph from the bam bams. If you lool at it, youll see the rim is the same as the bam bams

Yes, they are the same, i did notice the greens seem to be a slightly duller orange on the brim, but thats the only difference.

I may try to frag some of the greens off down the line and see if they carry their morph to a new colony.

Thanks for the info!

 

[JoeVandal49]

Anyone have suggestions on a HOB protein skimmer for a 55g. I would like something that is solid quality, but dont want to break the bank, since im on a pretty tight buget.

I know these things dont always come together (quality and affordability) but if i had some ideas, i could search for used or hunt for a deal.

Being new to the whole hobby, i am a bit overwhelmed by all of the options, and they all seem to have hit or miss reviews.

 

[sponger0]

Reef Octopus HOB BH-1000. Good for up 100 gallon. Quiet and works very well

 

[Red Eyed Reefer]

Reef Octopus HOB BH-1000. Good for up 100 gallon. Quiet and works very well

+1 I have the BH-1000 on my 55g, works good, no complaints.

I did have to cut the intake pipe to be a little shorter for my water level.

Looking good.

 

[JoeVandal49]

Thanks guy, ill look into that model. Appreciate the suggestion.

 

[JoeVandal49]

+1 I have the BH-1000 on my 55g, works good, no complaints.

I did have to cut the intake pipe to be a little shorter for my water level.

Looking good.

What sort of clearance do you need Red Eye Reefer from tank to wall?

Im sure i have enough, just want to verify.

 

[Red Eyed Reefer]

What sort of clearance do you need Red Eye Reefer from tank to wall?

Im sure i have enough, just want to verify.

I want to say 4 inches is the minimum you would want/need, when I get home from work I can measure real quick for you.

It's pretty slender. I know for a fact 6 inches would be enough.

HTH

 

[JoeVandal49]

I want to say 4 inches is the minimum you would want/need, when I get home from work I can measure real quick for you.

It's pretty slender. I know for a fact 6 inches would be enough.

HTH

Thanks!

I believe i have a little over 6 inches of clearance back there, but will also need to double check.

I purposely left it at around 6 inches i believe of clearance because i knew i wanted a hob skimmer and refugium back there, and one of the refugiums i was looking at needed over 5 inches of clearance, so im pretty sure i went to six just so everything wasnt so tight fitting.

Thanks again.

 

[Red Eyed Reefer]

5 inches is how far my tank is from the wall, and it just fits. :beer:

 

[JoeVandal49]

Thanks Derek!