Alright, I did it. Yesterday I ordered a mini complete tank from tankmods. I clearly hate myself.
I guess it'll be shipping around the 7th, I plan to join the "unofficial" challenge going on here at r2r with it so no getting it wet until Oct 1st - which suits me just fine as I'll be out of...
Hey Everybody,
I just created my account. This is my first time posting on R2R, but I have been reading and lurking for quite a while now. I recently had to move from Utah to Wisconsin for my last year of college. I sold my fish and brought along my live rock/CUC in a decently-sized...
Hi all, looking for recommendations on what other media to put in my AIO back filter chamber(s).
Right now its just filter floss in chamber one, and seachem matrix in chamber 2. I have extra amounts of matrix (bio media) to compensate the “small” amount of rock i have in display.
i have lots of...
Hi all,
I have read that running live rock or “rubble” in an all in one back filter chamber isnt a good idea as its a cause of detritus build up and therefore influences nitrate rises.
Im curious does this count for larger bits of live rock? Or just the rubble? And im assuming rubble is...
Hey everyone, pretty new here but I am a long time lurker. I had a 60 gallon FOWLR tank running since 2010-2011 and decided to shut it down for a smaller tank. I wanted an AIO and went with the Fluval Flex 32.5 Saltwater kit. I am really liking it so far but, at times I wish I had my bigger...
Hey all!!
So I currently have an empty Red Sea Max Nano sitting in my room with some dry rock already scaped in it. It’s currently sitting there empty only because I’m moving in with my partner in 6 months, so I figured better to wait until then to set it up!
So my question is, is the tank...
I'm looking to setup a silent reef tank since it will be in the same room as I work and can't focus which noise. I'm looking to put together a reef tank that's 40-50 gallons. I would prefer something affordable (Maybe up to $500ish or less?) that's complete if possible.
I've been told to get...
Hey everyone! It’s finally time to get the new build thread going. If you want to check out my previous build thread it can be found here:
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/my-reefing-journey-from-0-to-an-80-gallon-shallow-reef.774600/
Long story short I spent about a year and a half building...
Hey all!
Looking for some advice on stocking for my 20G AIO cube. I’ve settled on a few fish, some must haves, and some I’m unsure about.
Must haves:
- 2x Ocellaris Clowns
- A skunk cleaner shrimp (open to recommendation for different shrimp)
- Snails (Nassarius and/or trochus)
- Blenny of...
Hey all,
Ive been slowly piecing together my tank, and I’ve spent the past few weeks deciding on what salt to use. I’m currently hung up between Red Sea Salt, or their Coral Pro salt. I live in Australia so some other salts are unavailable, but for my tank needs the coral pro seems best
I’ll...
Hello everyone,
It's been a hot minute since I've really been active on here but I come back today with a question, or rather, I'm seeking some advice.
I've been in the hobby for a little while now and by no means consider myself anything but a beginner. I've had my Current setup since last...
After a lifetime of chasing the thrill of the oceans through everything from working as a professional diver to selecting a college based purely on their marine biology program, I finally decided to bring a piece of the ocean into my own home. I have always wanted a tank but knew it would be...
Would applying a frosted film or spray paint to the rear wall of my new AIO tank look good? It’s glass with a black film, so I’d be doing a white frosted surface if I did it.
Also, does anyone know of a safe paint to use for aquariums?
Happy Friday all,
In need of some help with my Cadlights pls-50 Elite Skimmer.
I have it running in the second chamber of my Waterbox AIO Cube 20. Back sump chamber consists of:
1st Chamber - Intank media basket with floss, biomax, then Purigen
2nd chamber - GFO Reactor, Skimmer
3rd Chamber -...
I travel a decent amount and am probably away a minimum of 10% each year on vacations or visiting family for extended weekends. I am very interested in a controller for peace of mind while I’m away.
I am currently setting up a 25 gallon AIO.
Heres what I’m thinking:
- Temperature sensor...
Hi! I have a lighting question. I have a 20 gallon AIO mixed reef with one AI Prime 16HD on it in the middle. A worker at my lfs told me I probably needed two lights on it if I plan to have any SPS/high-light corals. My tanks is about 24x14x14. Should I buy a second light?
Hey everyone, so I’ve just started my reef tank up, it’s a 75L, 20 Gallon AIO reef sea max nano! I’m super proud of it, but I’ve got a couple questions regarding the addition of a CUC/livestock.
im planning on getting 2 clowns and a nem down the track, and eventually adding some SPS corals. I’m...
Hello everyone! I already have a 29 gallon build thread in the "Members Tanks" section, but last Thursday after trying to find a place to buy live rock I found a lfs that was around 45 minutes to an hour away that sold some. I was planning on just going to buy a couple of pounds of live rock...
Hi All,
I have a 24 cal cube, looking to keep LPS ands softies along with fish.
I currently have 2 Ocellaris clownfish and would like to add in the future (in order of preference)
helfrichi firefish
Diamond Goby
Pistol Shirmp
Bangii Cardinal (2?)
Would this be okay in regards to compatibly...
Hey all,
need a bit of advice, I’m going to get a 120L/30Gallon tank for two clownfish and a nem/some corals eventually, and was wondering whether it’d be best to get an AIO system, or a sump? This will be my first ever marine tank, although I do have some experience from keeping bettas and...
Hey all,
need a bit of advice, I’m going to get a 120L tank for two clownfish and a nem/some corals eventually, and was wondering whether it’d be best to get an AIO system, or a sump? This will be my first ever marine tank, although I do have some experience from keeping bettas and various...
R2R Username: @Brandon McHenry
Build Thread: Brandon's IM Nuvo 40 SPS Reef
Introduction:
Hi everyone! I am honored to have my tank featured on Reef2Reef’s “Reef of the Month” series! This means a lot to me and I am excited to share the details of my system with you all.
First, I want to...
Hey all,
If you don’t know me my name is John and this is going to be my build thread for my Innovative Marine 25 Gallon Lagoon Tank. I am going for a more natural reef under white lights, and am going to be adding macroalgae and some other soft corals overtime. Anyways here is the specs on the...
Looking to buy a saltwater tank.
Not finding much information on them. I love the dimensions of the 48 Gallon Shallow Ext. (30" x 24" x 15.75") I had a small biocube 14 AIO a few years back but, this would be my first Sump. The fiji cube's don't come with completed plumbing. What is the...
Anyone looking for a good LED light for a nano tank? I wanted to share this one that I got 3 months ago. I am happy with the results on my LPS and softies, but I wanted opinions. How much better let's say a Kessil or an AI Prime would perform? Is it worth the extra money?
Here is the link to...