rsm to 150g

[thebeast1190]

I have not been here since April. If you look back I had a rsm 130d. The stand was warping so I decided its time for an upgrade (always could use a bigger tank). I bought a 150g xh last week. It should be here tomorrow and I am waiting on the spectra pure ro/di. I also ordered Red Sea coral pro salt and 180 lbs of Aragamax sugar sized sand. Right now I have everything in a 32g Rubbermaid. Had to take the rsm apart because it startrd making noises leading me to believe it may collapse. Everything seems to be doing good and the coral actually look great. I'm looking at lighting to order. I fond this on ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/260885551504?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649
I was wondering if anyone here has used this brand before? I was thinking of getting the 48" 2x 250. He seems to have sold quite a few.

 

[thebeast1190]

I received the tank today. Still waiting on the ro/di. Anyone have any thoughts on the lighting? Also the drain is 1.5 inch's. What size pump would I need? I found a 1450gph for a good price but not sure if that would be enough.

 

[Mark Bianco]

Nice looking tank JJ

Here is my thoughts on the lights. What normaly is the case someone or a group of people will buy a whole shipping container of imports at a price you would not belive In most cases some or all of the componets are sub standard. One big issue for me is these lights are not listed as UL or CA approved. Another issue is they list no par readings. Check out the Chinese led lights posts. Some people swear by them and others have had many problems, Some even state that they caught on fire. True or not IDK For me the money and time I have invested in my tanks, its just not worth it, taking a chance like that. But then again that is just my opinion..

Mark

 

[thebeast1190]

Thanks for the input Mark. I emailed the seller with those concerns I will see what he has to say. The only reason I am even looking at them is because I am on a budget right now and I need to get everything out of the Rubbermaid or I would have no problem ordering it from someplace like marine depot. See I'm almost trying to talk my self into buying it lol. Thats why I need advice from people more knowledgeable.