Opinions please

[Brazengrrl]

I am thinking about getting an Aquapod, maybe. But I have seen the BioCube and the NanoCube has a 28 gallon with HQI lighting coming out. Anyone have any experience with any of these setups or opinions?
Thanks

 

[Me No Nemo]

I have the Aquapod 24 with 150 HQI. I like it, but it does need fans and IMO, a larger pump. Besides that, I really like it alot. GL, Marcye

 

[pilotfish13]

Anja and Brendan bought a couple before the holiday. Maybe they can post some feedback.

 

[pilotfish13]

I don't know how an extra fan could be added with the glass tops the way they are - it's a beefy fan in the light though. The pumps run warm but strong in the 12G but a MJ400 might be a good idea in the 24G if you are going to do SPS. I just have the 70W HQI - love the light but I do NOT like the glass top. It's hard to get in and play with the corals!

J.

 

[Brazengrrl]

Ok, heres what Im thinkin ( after reading and reading)
I am thinking about the 150 hqi lights
Change out the original pump with a MJ
I will cut a hole in the back and put another MJ in the other side as well.
Maybe use the loc line
Not use the glass top
I am having a delima with my LR, because most of the LR in my 65 are big pieces, and there are two that I thought I definitely wanted to use. but the one piece will probally block the flow
Also I like a taller stand, the Aquapod stand is only 28 inches high, I would like between32 and 35 in tall.............

 

[mrcrab]

Liverock + hammer = smaller pieces.

 

[Me No Nemo]

The 150 HQI generates lots more heat and the light fans won't keep it down. I took the glass top off and put a fan on the back blowing across the water and dropped down 5 degrees. I switched the pump to an MJ 1200. Split the flow with a Loc-line Y and you'll get great flow in the tank and across the surface.

 

[Brazengrrl]

Marcye,
How many lbs of LR do you have in your AP? Doyou by any chance have pictures of it?
I am torn about downsizing, and am looking for some ideas if I did. Also, are you running a skimmer adn what kind?
Thanks so much!
Valerie

 

[Me No Nemo]

I'll try to take some pics today. No skimmer. I do about a 25% water change every 10 days and it seems to do well so far but I don't have much in it yet. I am looking at the Tunze skimmer for down the road.

 

[Mr Neutron]

I'd wait for the Red Sea Max.

 

[Brazengrrl]

I looked, Drs Foster and Smith has it, its $599.00 with PC lighting.

Red Sea MAX 34-Gallon Reef Aquarium System
* Complete reef aquarium with advanced lighting, filtration, and control systems
* High-output 110-watt 50/50 compact fluorescent lighting
* 3-stage filtration and high output protein skimmer

Complete, 34-gallon glass reef system integrates advanced reef-keeping technology with aesthetically pleasing design. With almost three times the capacity of nano systems, MAX features complete 3-stage filtration and built-in protein skimmer for immaculate water quality. Its 110-watt 50/50 compact fluorescent lighting is built right into the hood. Built-in extras like programmable light timer, control panel, and single power cord to wall mean added convenience for you. Greatly reduces set-up time. A plug and play system. Please specify Silver or Black.

System Includes:
Lighting: 110-watt (2 - 55-watt 10,000°K/Actinic) lighting with electronic ballast, reflector, LED moonlights, and fan-cooled removable hood; Filtration and circulation system: high-output protein skimmer with turbo air-injected pump, 2 circulation pumps, filter media, compartment for heater, compartment for chiller pump, and water-cooling fan; Control centers: hood control panel with 24 hour programmable lighting timer with integral on/off/auto switch, on/off switch for moon lights and fan, main control panel with switches for all aquarium components, and power center with 5 individually switched power outlets and acrylic splash cover.

I think its a lil too much with just PC lighting. I really love the 37 Oceanic, but its too expensive for my wallet. =(