StevieTdrill
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I would stick with the stock bulbs, they are by far the brightest
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ncwaterboy
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Anyone know where to buy replacement parts for RSM? The hood on mine has been problematic. I need to replace the fan (buzzes loudly) and the time has stopped working. TIA
StevieTdrill
In Memoriam
Red Sea now offers parts on their website. redseamax.com
otherwise contact Pinky at
Pinky Bulot
U.S.A. Office:
Red Sea
18125 Ammi Trail
Houston, Texas 77060
Tel: (281) 447-0205
Fax: (281) 447-1153
Toll Free: 1-888-RedSea9
redseainfo@redseafish.com
otherwise contact Pinky at
Pinky Bulot
U.S.A. Office:
Red Sea
18125 Ammi Trail
Houston, Texas 77060
Tel: (281) 447-0205
Fax: (281) 447-1153
Toll Free: 1-888-RedSea9
redseainfo@redseafish.com
Try the FAQ here: http://www.redseamax.com/redseamax/250Temp/redseamax/FAQ130.html#_5
or the "unofficial" one here: http://www.reefsuk.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=27889
StevieTdrill
In Memoriam
sounds like you have a supply issue somewhere in the tank preventing enough water come in. Carbon bag, sponge floss etc.
Hey guys,
First time poster, total newbie, wanting to get a smaller aquarium to get started. I'm trying to read as much as I can on this site and to say it's sensory overload is an understatement.
I thought the sound of an "all-in-one" unit would be best for someone like me and I like the looks of the RSM. I found one for sale on my local Craigs list for $375, does that sound like a good deal? Anything I should look for or ask when buying a used unit?
I notice alot of experienced folks have done quite a few mods. Any must-do EASY mods IYO? I've been trying to read this entire thread but's its kind of hard since it's been chopped to pieces.
Feel free to PM. Thanks in advance...
Steve
First time poster, total newbie, wanting to get a smaller aquarium to get started. I'm trying to read as much as I can on this site and to say it's sensory overload is an understatement.
I thought the sound of an "all-in-one" unit would be best for someone like me and I like the looks of the RSM. I found one for sale on my local Craigs list for $375, does that sound like a good deal? Anything I should look for or ask when buying a used unit?
I notice alot of experienced folks have done quite a few mods. Any must-do EASY mods IYO? I've been trying to read this entire thread but's its kind of hard since it's been chopped to pieces.
Feel free to PM. Thanks in advance...
Steve
Many mods, but there's loads of Max owners running successful unmodded tanks. I'd be inclined to give it six months to prove itself before you start spending money on what could be unnecessary additions - that's not to say there's anything wrong with modding the Max, it's just that IMHO the amount of people modding sometimes gives the incorrect impression that it needs to be modded.
imcosmokramer
New member
My concern with the lights temp is not the brightness, but rather the color. I feel like colors don't pop as much as they do under the T5 actinics I have in my 75 (together with MH's). I just wish we could have one 20k bulb and one 10k, just to add a little blue. I'll keep searching.
StevieTdrill
In Memoriam
you can, you may loose some intensity but you can replace the stock bulbs with PC bulbs to produce the coloring you like.
Anyone try modifying the hood and puting 4 to 5 of these retro kits in there?
http://www.hellolights.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1349
http://www.hellolights.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1349
StevieTdrill
In Memoriam
you will have to cut the hood up to make that work. I have not seen any one put anything but a MH retro fit in that area.
I have seen bulbs installed into the first lid, where the testing equipment slots are.
I have seen bulbs installed into the first lid, where the testing equipment slots are.
Say -- has anyone found their water pumps' impeller shafts rusted and broken off within months of running a new RSM? I'm wondering if this is causing me problems with a whack of microbubbles forming when I first turn the pumps on for approx. 5 mins? I'm also having problems just getting the pumps to start consistently now.
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
StevieTdrill
In Memoriam
It sounds like you need new pumps. Contact red sea for replacements, they shouldn't be doing anything that you describe.
NaNoNewbie714
New member
Hey Steve-
I emailed you the other day.....can you PM me your website for the media rack and collection cups????
FYI-- My lsf has a bulb that is slightly higher wattage and works fine. My buddy has had them in his RSM for a while now.
I emailed you the other day.....can you PM me your website for the media rack and collection cups????
FYI-- My lsf has a bulb that is slightly higher wattage and works fine. My buddy has had them in his RSM for a while now.
StevieTdrill
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Yes, I will shoot you a PM. I am sorry if I didn't respond, I don't think I received it since I am really connected to email.
Is it a 65W PC bulb? I know they will work and some have done it in the past. Personally, I believe the RSM bulbs put out more light.
Is it a 65W PC bulb? I know they will work and some have done it in the past. Personally, I believe the RSM bulbs put out more light.
redseasteve
Registered Member
Reefmack can be found regularly on 'Reef Sanctuary', especially in the 'Red Sea Max Owners Club' section
