50g Zeovit Reef in the works

[Funkateer_1]

Well due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to quickly tear apart my reef on Friday. I have all my livestock in a holding tank at AW. This has given me an opportunity to redo the tank and change some things that I didn't like about my previous set up. I am no stranger to probiotic systems and have used Vodka and solid polymer dosing with excellent results in the past. I have done tons of research into the Zeovit system and have messed around it in the past. Here are some things I really wanted to change about the old system...

- No Sand. Traps way to much nasty stuff and never would stay even in my high-flow system.

- No Fuge. Macroalgae can crash and sent way to much algae into my display.

- Adding a sump. I had excellent HOB equipment, but accessibility was a nightmare from behind. This time i'll do it right and get a sump custom built for my tank.

Tank specs...

Tank: 36"x18"x18" Visio glass aquarium w/ low iron front pane. Sump will be made out of acrylic and roughly 30"x15"x12"

Water Treatment: Bubble Magus NAC7 w/ mesh wheel pump and Vertex RX-Z 1.5 Zeolite Reactor.

Lighting: 6 x T5 HO bulbs..

- 2 x Giesemann Actinic +
- 2 x Giesemann Aquablue
- 1 x Giesemann Lagoon Blue
- 1 x KZ Fiji Purple

Flow: QO 2200 return, 2x Vortech MP10s

Decor: All 'Real Reef' Cultured Liverock.

I let the tank sit stagnant for awhile so I have the system soaking in bleach right now. I should have it hopefully drilled this week then the fun begins!

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Here we are today

[DaveMorris]

It will be cool to see a Zeo tank set up again. Not too many have the tolerance to do it. Should be fun to follow.

[Funkateer_1]

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Sumps ready... Still waiting on the equipment to ship from Proline in Canada. Did a little preliminary plumbing as well, I wanna add another manifold with a gate valve in case I wanna add a calcium reactor down the road.

[Bogg]

Kool! What happened with the last system?

[Funkateer_1]

Kool! What happened with the last system?

An Urchin crawled on the effluent of my HOB Refugium and caused it to overflow behind my tank. That morning, I just hooked up a new power-strip with more sockets and didn't set a drip loop yet. I came home from the bars at 2am to about 10 gallons on the floor, my powerstrip sizzling, and smoke everywhere. I tore the tank apart and have my corals in holding. I suffered no losses in the move so i'm very lucky.

Honestly it was a freak accident.... I just introduced the urchin a few days earlier too (he's since been made trigger food).

Hey Bogg, I noticed in your signature that also use Zeovit. What products do you use?

I'm definitely using the KZ stones, but I was thinking about sticking to strait vodka (possible VGV) instead of zeostart. I also have had tons of luck with brightwell Coralmino too so I may continue to use that. Would love some advice from someone has been doing this for awhile. I've been on the zeovit forums but their all very adamant about sticking to strict KZ products.

[Funkateer_1]

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Here was the tank a few days before the breakdown...

[Funkateer_1]

I found out the Vertex Omega skimmers are at least a month out via proline... I purchased a Bubble Magus NAC7 today and I think i'll be very happy with that skimmer....

[Funkateer_1]

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I think i've finally settled on the plumbing too.

[specvjeff]

I found out the Vertex Omega skimmers are at least a month out via proline... I purchased a Bubble Magus NAC7 today and I think i'll be very happy with that skimmer....

I had the NAC6 for awhile and it was an ok skimmer. I could never get it dialed in the way I wanted to though. I eventually went to an SRO Space Saver. Really happy with the switch.

[Bogg]

I use pretty much all the supplements that kz makes
They all do cool things,

In my experience running the full zeovit system since 2003 you might want to run a sandbed (more wiggle room) and you might also want to use a Venturi type skimmer rather than the needlewheel type (too agressive Ime)
But to each is own, anyways it sounds like your just planing on using just the zeolites, IMO if your interested in doing zeovit ("zeovit reef") at least the first 4, start food bac and stones is the way to go, why? Well because its all in the r and d, there's guidelines along all the phases to do so as noted in the zeovit guide, if your experimenting with a hybrid system well then it's all up in the air what will happen, like I said to each is own if you feel like you personally can do better with what you choose to dose/ supplement than go for it, but Ime again the first 4 are the way to go, why? Well I still have my bottle of start 2 I purchased in 03 yup it's still like 1/4 full and it's kept me po4 free for almost a decade it's the 500ml bottle, a few drops of the start are very strong, now I did try vodka and Ime I got a wicked cyano outbreak jme though others have had
Good results but jmo Ime

[Funkateer_1]

Ya I think i'll stick with the 'main 4' for now especially while I start this whole thing up. Can't argue with results... I'll possibly make adjustments in the future as I re-introduce the acros and see how they respond. You ever have potassium deficiency issues? It seems like that's always an issue for probiotic systems.


I had the NAC6 for awhile and it was an ok skimmer. I could never get it dialed in the way I wanted to though. I eventually went to an SRO Space Saver. Really happy with the switch.

I was going to purchase the Vertex Alpha 170 but after opening up the box I knew there is no way that would've fit in my sump. The NAC6 is a cylinder right? I've always had issues with that style skimmer foaming right. Anytime you do a water change or even look at it funny the water line seems to drop.

[specvjeff]

It is not a cone. I could just never get it to skim well. I now have the cone and it's pulling a lot darker skimmate and it smells a lot worse too!

[Bogg]

I don't personally have potassium issues, why? Well I have the kzs skimmer which works great and is gentle on certain elements, I also use scripps natural salt water which has great potassium levels and is grest for zeovit because of the similar levels, kh ca and mag, that work great with the system, if you start with a good level to begin with it shouldn't be a major issue but the Venturi is key here Ime. For some bizarre reason the needlewheel skimmers don't shuck and jive with the Zeo method Ime.

[Funkateer_1]

I don't personally have potassium issues, why? Well I have the kzs skimmer which works great and is gentle on certain elements, I also use scripps natural salt water which has great potassium levels and is grest for zeovit because of the similar levels, kh ca and mag, that work great with the system, if you start with a good level to begin with it shouldn't be a major issue but the Venturi is key here Ime. For some bizarre reason the needlewheel skimmers don't shuck and jive with the Zeo method Ime.

I'll be using DI water with Aqua Vitro Salinity salt. I've used scripps in the past and had mixed results. For me, consistency is the key and good quality salt has never let me down. I've used solid polymers and vodka in the past and always had issues keep my K in check. I usually have to dose daily along with my other elements. Potassium always seems to be a crucial element for Acropora coloration and just curious if it's been an issue for you.

I really want the KZ S Skimmer and the price is fairly sane (>$600 isn't bad compared to the vertex line). I'll keep the magus for now but if it isn't up to snuff it'll probably just sell it. Space is quickly becoming an issue in the sump too.

I'm planning on doing the plumbing tomorrow, the only thing i'm waiting on now is the Vertex RX-Z Reactor.

[Bogg]

Kool are you going to do the Zeo 14 day cycle thing?
If your going to start with the needlewheel skimmer I would highly suggest getting the Kalium (potassium) test kit and some k balance and k strong, I'm just trying to help not bashing or anything it's just Ime it doesn't work, not only will you deplete the potassium but seems to just be too harsh if you will on elements etc when combined with the zeovit method Ime you'll get much better results, pe and overall health from a Venturi type or Beckett skimmer, even just look into making yours into one if you want to. Also I'm not sure if you read the guide but do so I even printed myself out a version to re-read. http://www.korallen-zucht.de/files/zeoguide_103_english-1.pdf

From the zeovit guide:

As mentioned earlier, the basis of this method relies on export of harmful substances through skimming. Continuous use and frequent cleaning should be conducted in order to keep the skimmer performing at its maximum level. The results are better when the skimmer is adjusted in order not to produce too much concentrated skimmate (wet skimming). We would like to point out that it is our thought that needle wheels may precipitate certain elements and destroy plankton. These elements, e.g. such as potassium, will need to be re-added to the system. Do not use a skimmer that is too oversized or employ wet skimming if you use a needle wheel skimmer. We recommend the use of venturi type skimmers.

[Funkateer_1]

I've been digging around alot online about this skimmer issue. It seems like the general consensus is that needle wheel skimmers will pull out too much and make to small of air bubbles which could potentially export good elements (though technically any skimmer would do to some extent). I'll probably kink the air back just a hair to make bigger bubbles (did that on my last skimmer and it pulled very well). I've always been on top of dosing/testing and strict weekly water changes. If I notice element deficiencies or just unhappy acros, the skimmer will be the first thing I swap out.

I will be doing the 14 day cycle using all new real reef rock. Still torn on whether or not to add sand :confused2:.

On another note, this bad boy finally showed up...

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[Funkateer_1]

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Plumbings done!

[Funkateer_1]

Supplements arrived, stones soaking, and salt has been added. Mounted one of my vortechs as well. I'm gonna select some rock tomorrow and begin the zeo cycle :bounce:

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[Funkateer_1]

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[Bogg]

Wise choice on the sand
The coral vital and the bac I'm sure you put in in the fridge after the pic was taken
;)

[Funkateer_1]

Hadn't popped the seal when I took that picture lol

[Bogg]

Good job man nice tank you have there

[Funkateer_1]

Brief Update...


The tanks been going for about 6ish weeks now, my DI filter was old and I got some ugly algae as a result... hence the lack of pictures. It's mostly gone thanks to some kz coral snow, kz biomate, and tropical abalones. It's not 100% clear but wasting away everyday. As for equipment, i'm still torn between the Vertex Libra Doser and the avast marine Ca reactor with an extra de-gassing chamber. Common sense is telling me to stick with doser because I got all my parameters set with my stock solutions already... but I can't argue the results of a Ca reactor once it's all dialed in. I also still need to hang my lights... work and school is just taking all my free time. Anyways, here are some pictures...

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Echoreef's Larry Jackson Acro

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Acro humilis

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Echoreef's Orchid

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SCAF Psammocora

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Mille

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One of my favorite corals... Leptastrea

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Photogenic Starcki Damsel... You can see my Hawkins in the back. It's make a great recovery, it turned turd brown after being exposed to LED's for a few months and getting it's blue back.

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Filtration Tank, still messy lol ;D

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The joys of owning a zeo/SPS tank. There are up too 13 things I add daily now. Takes me about 5 minutes everyday and nothing terrible will happen if I skip a day or two, but without the white board i'd be screwed

[Funkateer_1]

Some of the fish...

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My perculas. They host a large red goniopora that I haven't reintroduced to the aquarium yet.

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Cirrhilabrus marjorie ... just added this little gem yesterday so she's still a little camera shy. I'm going to add a few more females as they show up in the trade. I'm lucky enough to have gotten one at all!

[jada1]

Nice job..looking good hows that vertex reactor working for u

[Funkateer_1]

I love the reactor. It's built like a tank and has a nice check valve inside if your the kind of person that does the '3 hours on/off' method. It does get a lot of rubble at the base, but that's a common criticism for pretty much every zeo reactor. It has a nice pop-top lid too so replacing the media is a breeze.

[DaveMorris]

13 additives every day? Between cost and the nuisance of having to do that there is no way that I would last. Good luck and keep us posted.

[Funkateer_1]

13 additives every day? Between cost and the nuisance of having to do that there is no way that I would last. Good luck and keep us posted.

The zeovit supplements aren't too bad. Its really a few drops one day and a few more another day. Many of their products are incredibly concentrated and last years. What I really need is a automatic dosing system for elements. I'm torn between dosing pumps and getting a calcium reactor. I've been eyeballing this one from avast...

http://www.avastmarine.com/ssc/do/product/calciumreactors/SeaBones-Calcium-Reactor

[DaveMorris]

Nice looking reactor and even with the addition of the Sicce pump it's a pretty good price.

[Bogg]

Keep it up looks good

13!

What's your dosing schedule ?

[Duke4130]

Very nice Marc

[Funkateer_1]

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Some new goodies came in the mail today.

[Funkateer_1]

Keep it up looks good

13!

What's your dosing schedule ?

Up to 13 lol.

Lets see....

- Zeostart 3: .25mL twice a day or .5 daily.
- Zeobak: 2 drops twice a week
- Coral Vitalizer: 2 drops daily
- Sponge Power: 2 drops daily
- Pohl's Xtra: 2mL daily
- Coral Snow: 1mL daily
- Zeofood: 2 drops twice a week
- Zeospur: 2mL Weekly
- Aminos: 2 drops daily
- Biomate: 2 drops twice a week

The real pain are the elements...

-CaCl2: 20mL Daily
-MgCl2: 20-50mL Daily
-KCl: Up to 50mL Daily to keep it around 400ppm
-NaHCO3: 30mL Daily

[Bogg]

I would do the spur2 bi monthly
What are your parameters?

I'm jealous!

Lmk next time you order I want in!

[Funkateer_1]

I would do the spur2 bi monthly
What are your parameters?

I'm jealous!

Lmk next time you order I want in!

I'll let you know next time I do an order. I might try some of that KZ carbon to see if I get can still get fuzzier acros with it.

Here are the parameters as of a few days ago...

KH: 6.8
Ca: 400
Mg: 1260
K: 380
NO3: Undetectable
PO4: 20ppb
Salinity: 1.025

I am a little worried about overdosing the spur. I hope it kills some of the darker bases and colors up my ORA Bellina but I don't want my SPS to look too 'anorexic' if you know what I mean. I think I'll do it every other week... I just got it in today and did my first dose an hour ago.

[Bogg]

Go sloooooow

[x3thelast]

Looks awesome! I'm already doing zeovit on my 5 gallon nano. Can't wait to upgrade to a full size set up like yours!


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[Funkateer_1]

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ORA Joe the Coral

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Aussie Crown Leather

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SCAF Red/yellow Psammacora

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AWI Cultured Bottlebrush Acropora

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Purple planet on Zeospur

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Finally brought my goni home. My clowns are stoked haha

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Candid FTS.... Algae still melting away :D

[Funkateer_1]

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Added a 3rd vortech MP10. It's gonna go on the back and blow forward but i'm still playing around with placement and modes at the moment.

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Dendro... nice and fluffy. Fed Fauna marin pellets daily, chunks of silversides, and has even eaten live rosy reds before ;D

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My newest additions, and hard to get a picture of. I introduced 5 of these cardinalfish last night. My starcki damsel was not stoked lol. Their a new import to the trade brought in through Quality Marine, known on the lists as 'Picket Fence' Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus sp?). Awesome fish with great shoaling behavior.

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Clowns humping the goni.

[jada1]

Looking good..

[Funkateer_1]

3/5/2013

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Shipwreck Dan's Purple Stylo (Best SPS in North County!)

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Cornel's ORA Belina

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Tropical Abalone

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[slicktoppomp]

Great shots!

[jada1]

Looking great Marc..did you get some kz carbon already..let me know when u do an order again..

[Funkateer_1]

I have about a half liter of carbon left, enough to last me a couple months. I'm probably gonna do an order when I run out.

[Funkateer_1]

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[Funkateer_1]

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Prostrata

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Undata

[Funkateer_1]

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Newest Addition. He was rad I couldn't say no.

[Funkateer_1]

Got some new goodies today....

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Got the Vertex Libra doser as well today, the DC model. It was incredibly intuitive to set up and has a variety of options too!

[Funkateer_1]

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Red Planet

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Possible Acan echinata?

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Rainbow Eye Micro Favia

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Pavona

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Sunset Mille

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Socal Mummy Eye. Its a test chalice to see how well it keeps it's color in Zeovit.

[Funkateer_1]

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FTS

[jada1]

Hows that vertex doser working for you

[CGsReef]

Nice setup!!!

[Funkateer_1]

Hows that vertex doser working for you

The doser is amazing and worth every penny! All my parameters sit exactly where they should and it doses my KH, CA, and Mg and in 3 equal amounts (4 for mag) throughout the day. It has a ton of extra features including a quick dose, vent, and full Vertex Integra compatibility when it comes out. The pumps are really strong too. This dosing pump was one of the best investments I've ever made in the hobby.

[Funkateer_1]

4/9

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My newest little gem

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Somewhat cleaned my sump up. Note the airline connected to the skimmer, it wraps around to the lights above so the protein skimmer is always pulling fresh air into the stand. Got the idea from a fellow reefe

[Funkateer_1]

Also did a count... I have 25 Acropora Specimens and 35 species of SPS total. I think I have a problem lol.

[Aaron]

Sweet setup!!!!

[jada1]

You think...lol..looking great Marc..

[x3thelast]

Very nice! I've got the same doser for my nano. Lol. I like the vertex container too!


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[Funkateer_1]

Brief Update...

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Joe and green humulis showing great PE

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Bali Maricultured Red Dragon A. carduus

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AW cultured Purple Stegosaurus Acropora

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Pardon the mess, tank from a distance... Just installed a chiller yesterday which can be seen on the far right.

[Funkateer_1]

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New dosing regiment.

[CGsReef]

Very nice set up. Well thought out!!

[Funkateer_1]

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Little gem from CGsReef's tank I got today. LE Oculus Purple Poison Shortcake. Color is stunning. I remember when that thing was just a little brown twig Cornell ;D

[Funkateer_1]

Some feeding shots from this morning...

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[Funkateer_1]

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New guy.


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[Funkateer_1]

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[Funkateer_1]

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Raspberry Limeade Acropora

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Flounder doing flounder stuff

[smirkis]

nice setup and growth! are you still using this bulb configuration? if not what are you running and what is the layout you are using?

- 2 x Giesemann Actinic +
- 2 x Giesemann Aquablue
- 1 x Giesemann Lagoon Blue
- 1 x KZ Fiji Purple

[Funkateer_1]

nice setup and growth! are you still using this bulb configuration? if not what are you running and what is the layout you are using?

I changed it a little bit...

Back
- Giesemann Lagoon Blue
- Giesemann Lagoon Blue
- Giesemann Actinic +
- KZ Fiji Purple
- Giesemann Actinic +
- Giesemann Lagoon Blue
Front

The two actinics are on one channel from 11am-12pm and the other four are on 1pm-9pm. I have a Truelumen actinic LED strip as well.

[smirkis]

nice! it looks great, i'm running 3 actinic +, 2 lagoon blues, and a aquablue + but i've been debating on swapping one of the actinic + for a kz fiji. do you notice the pop?

[Funkateer_1]

Some people like it and some don't... It definitely enhances natural non-florescent colors in the tank. Honestly I just run it because it makes my clownfish look nuclear bright.

[Funkateer_1]

New lights!!! Im not gonna get to hanging them till after finals in a week or two. I think 13 watts per gallon should be adequate...

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[Funkateer_1]

Some new additions. Still haven't hung the lights. Maybe a project in a week or two.

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Orange Mille

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Pink Stylo

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Orange Spathulata

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Leng Sy Cap

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ORA Belina

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Red Mille

[Funkateer_1]

[7/27[/b]

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This thing is growling like a weed under halides!

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Red Mille

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Hawkins Echinata

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Pink Planet Acropora

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Vivid Purple Stag

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Spongebob Spathulata

[Funkateer_1]

8/6

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Candid FTS

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New guy... small harlequin tusk. He's a tough SOB to get a picture of

[Funkateer_1]

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Just got this guy ( Acropora abrotanoides?) too.... I usually avoid maricultred pieces like a plague, but this acro was too nice to pass up

[jessegarcia28]

Nice!
Maybe one day.......

[kylelaflamme]

Very nice

[paulyboy18]

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Just got this guy ( Acropora abrotanoides?) too.... I usually avoid maricultred pieces like a plague, but this acro was too nice to pass up

Nice! Is this the piece from Reefers Garage? I was flipping back and forrth about shooting him a pm for it, but I guess you saved me the trouble lol. Awesome Tank

[Funkateer_1]

Nope that one was from ASD. Will gave me the industry hook-up ;D

[Funkateer_1]

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[smirkis]

that tank is ageing beautifully! nice work man

[naso tang]

Nice, that abro is pretty cool!

[Funkateer_1]

8/20

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[Vince]

Wow looks great Marc nice work!

[Funkateer_1]

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[Funkateer_1]

8/26

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What's going on under the tank...

[DaveMorris]

You must be doing something wrong. Those corals are way too colorful to be in a Zeovit tank! ;)

[Funkateer_1]

9/5/13

http://i42.tinypic.com/9fxiqu.jpg

http://i41.tinypic.com/1p74nm.jpg
ORA Bonsai

http://i43.tinypic.com/2e51paf.jpg
PC Rainbow Acro

http://i40.tinypic.com/16h6q37.jpg
Diablo Mille

http://i39.tinypic.com/j8gmfn.jpg
Bali Slimer

http://i44.tinypic.com/126db8z.jpg
Red Mille

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Red/Yellow pasmmacora

[specvjeff]

Looking good Marc. It was good to see you today.

[Funkateer_1]

New little beauty. Pastel blue spathulata. Thanks to Will and Trevor for the hookup!

http://i44.tinypic.com/25ji9fr.jpg

http://i39.tinypic.com/2hp3wpv.jpg

Some more shots....

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[Funkateer_1]

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New toy, Vertex Libra 2.5L vessel for dosing KH buffer. If my KH consumption rates stay the same, it should last me about a year before I have to refill. I have a Hanna magnetic stirrer for it as well. That thing makes a serious cyclone at full blast. I will be slowly replacing all of my dosing containers with this over time.

[Funkateer_1]

http://i40.tinypic.com/2n0t4sx.jpg

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Grumpy Gus, a very rare deepwater assessor from Japan

[teddyboy]

I'm collecting equipment to set up what will very likely be a 100 gallon zeovit tank. If everything goes according to plan, it should be set up by the end of the year. Its a collection of stuff that I already have, equipment that I bought from forum members here, CL, and new. I'm still on the fence about the tank can't decide if it should be glass or acrylic. I'm leaning towards acrylic because it's easier to move. I did design a standard 100 gallon in Solidworks that has the overflow outside the tank. Only a slot is visible in the tank. Its not that i would save a lot of money on the tank if i went DIY. Just the satisfaction that I designed and built it. Ridout plastics would cut the material, and if I got really lazy they could build it. ;-) I really like your tank. :-)

What kind of camera do you use to take pics? I've been looking at dosers. How do you like your vertex? I'm looking at that and the bubble Magnus doser.

Percula clowns are my favorite fish.

[Funkateer_1]

Teddyboy,

I personally prefer glass aquariums, mostly because they don't scratch like acrylic. I also really love the clean look of a rimless/eurobraced aquarium, but to each is own. I love my Vertex doser, very easy to use and calibrate. Bubble Magus and GHL are also great brands too.

I use a samsung galaxy S4 for my pictures.

[Funkateer_1]

10/7

http://i41.tinypic.com/2ikdzzq.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/ws4lj9.jpg
Same pic, but with awesome fish photobomb.

http://i41.tinypic.com/rk58af.jpg

http://i42.tinypic.com/2utq8ut.jpg

[teddyboy]

So much for the acrylic aquarium! I picked up a standard 100 gallon undrilled tank and cabinet stand for $50 from another forum member. Tha tank is in great shape. I just need to clean it up and leak test it. The stand is in decent shape, but I would like to reinforce it and add a few mods to it aside from striping the black paint and stain it. I couldn't pass it up. :-)

You're going to need a bigger tank.


Teddyboy,

I personally prefer glass aquariums, mostly because they don't scratch like acrylic. I also really love the clean look of a rimless/eurobraced aquarium, but to each is own. I love my Vertex doser, very easy to use and calibrate. Bubble Magus and GHL are also great brands too.

I use a samsung galaxy S4 for my pictures.

[Bogg]

I nominate you for tank of the month!

[Funkateer_1]

I nominate you for tank of the month!

Thanks Ryan! I still think it needs a few more years of growth before its TOTM worthy though ;D. That Spathulata and Leng Sy cap are kicking butt I got from you.

I did order a CAD TIA-1150 skimmer, a pinwheel driven skimmer that I think will make a huge improvement.

http://www.cadlights.com/images/TIA-1150.jpg

[Funkateer_1]

10/13

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New skimmer breaking in... much more reasonably sized for my system

[Funkateer_1]

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Vivid Purple Nasuta

http://i42.tinypic.com/2qi78gh.jpg

[Funkateer_1]

Current dosing regiment

- Zeostart 3: .15mL twice a day or .3mL daily.
- Zeobak: 2 drops Mon, Weds, Fri
- Coral Vitalizer: 2 drops Mon, Weds, Fri
- Sponge Power: 2 drops Weekly (usually monday)
- Pohl's Xtra Sp: 1mL Mon, Fri
- Coral Snow: 2mL Mon, Fri Mixed with Biomate
- Zeofood: 2 drops every now and then
- Zeospur: .5mL Every other tuesday
- AAHC: 2 drops Tues, Thurs, Sun
- Biomate: 2 drops Mon, Fri Mixed with Coral Snow
- B - Balance: 2 mL Tues, Thurs, Sun
- Stylo-Pocci Grow: 2 drops Weds, Sat
- Flatworm Stop: 2mL M,W,F Mixed with Coral Booster
- Coral Booster: 2mL M,W,F Mixed with Flatworm Stop

[Funkateer_1]

11/14

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[Funkateer_1]

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[Funkateer_1]

12/3/13

Bump! Tank is doing well. Added a deeper, more coarse sand-bed to allow for higher flow without the sand flying around. Also added two Jebao WP-25 on top of the vortechs. Man these things move water.

http://i39.tinypic.com/2liews1.jpg

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Wild-Caught sarmentosa

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Macro of the Oculus Purple Poison Shortcake

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New Marbled star

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You can see the new sand pretty well in this pic.

http://i42.tinypic.com/2gx3775.jpg

[Bogg]

Looks good Marc what camera are you using?

[Funkateer_1]

Looks good Marc what camera are you using?

I just use my Galaxy S4. I kill all the flow, hold my phone up to the glass, and focus.

[Funkateer_1]

1/3/14

After nearly a year and many ups and downs, the tank is finally rocking! I lost several pieces in the last month due to an aggressive swing in P04 but got some nice large colonies that needed coloring up. Now I keep thinking about the upgrade....

http://i41.tinypic.com/vo9xfk.jpg

[Funkateer_1]

1/18

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[Funkateer_1]

Tanks doing great! Phosphates are undetectable, growth is out of control, and color is popping! I have starting slowly adding KZ additives again the results are showing. Also just ordered another new skimmer. The KZ revolution S. It should be here mid Febuary. I am contemplating doing a Modification with a Waveline DC 4000 or Tunze 1073 DC pump as well!

http://meerwassershop.ch/images/product_images/original_images/kz_revolution_s.gif

[Octoman4]

What kind of bristle tooth is that ?

[Funkateer_1]

What kind of bristle tooth is that ?

Ctenochaetus striatus or the Striated Kole Tang.

[Octoman4]

Just looked it up I like it, I really like the juvenile colors

[Funkateer_1]

Just looked it up I like it, I really like the juvenile colors

Well i'm sure he'll outgrow my tank soon enough then i'll pass him on. I'll let you know. I got it PIF'd from Cornel (CGSreef) after he took care of some algae for him and now he's doing a stellar job in my tank.

http://i42.tinypic.com/nzow8k.jpg

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Very non-photogenic Harlequin Tusk

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http://i41.tinypic.com/qntdgl.jpg
Cool pic I took at work. Our elusive Sunshine Pleco residing in the 700g display.

[CGsReef]

The tank is on fire Mark, Love it.

[Funkateer_1]

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New piece. Bright orange Psammacora

http://i57.tinypic.com/2j3r913.jpg

[CMD2213]

Nice tank and setup.

[Funkateer_1]

2/4/2014

http://i61.tinypic.com/24mdehk.jpg

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Newest Addition, Blue Tenuis

http://i59.tinypic.com/1zvtwrp.jpg

Probably my favorite coral I own, Purple/Green Psammacora

[Drama D]

Whats up man, I see you are here in sdr as well. I was browsing around and came across your awesome tank. Im over on nr as well and just joined over here to share and learn how the locals do it. Awesome tank and following.

[Funkateer_1]

Whats up man, I see you are here in sdr as well. I was browsing around and came across your awesome tank. Im over on nr as well and just joined over here to share and learn how the locals do it. Awesome tank and following.

Welcome to the boards! Come by Aquatic Warehouse sometime and we can talk reef.

MEGA UPDATE

Tank has been on fire the past month or so. Just got engaged and go the go ahead I'm already planning an upgrade after I get hitched. Looking at 48x24x18. Kind of like the IM 80 but a little taller. Anyways here are some new pics....

http://i57.tinypic.com/2rr5sph.jpg

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New piece, very pastel valida

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Close up shot
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Wild caught Cyphastrea

[cHRoNzZe]

Looking good Marc,The close up on the valida looks insane.............

[jessegarcia28]

Congrats dude on the engagement :beer:
btw tank looks great
jesse

[Funkateer_1]

Congrats dude on the engagement
btw tank looks great
jesse

Thanks Jesse! Im stoked haha

Well I think i've decided on a new tank, though its gonna be a slow build:

48"L x 30"W x 16-18"H, Rimless, low iron front. Roughly 80-100 gallons. Light blue back. All I really need is a new tank, furniture, sump, pump, and probably a calcium reactor. phew....

Some more pics tonight....

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[Octoman4]

did you put branching GSP in your tank!!!!:shocked::lol:
looking good as usual mark

[Funkateer_1]

did you put branching GSP in your tank!!!!:shocked::lol:
looking good as usual mark

Yes I did. I couldn't imagine having a tank without it haha

[Octoman4]

congrats on engagement also

[Funkateer_1]

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Decided I didn't like the right side of my tank anymore....

[jason142]

http://i60.tinypic.com/2rhwz1s.jpg

Decided I didn't like the right side of my tank anymore....

Well, since you did all of that did you get the devil damsel out? Tank looks great Mark, will have to try and swing by sometime to check it out again.

[Funkateer_1]

Well, since you did all of that did you get the devil damsel out? Tank looks great Mark, will have to try and swing by sometime to check it out again.

Hahah no, damsels still in there. Maybe when I upgrade i'll take him out.

[Funkateer_1]

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Well this is as far as I got before running out of free samples of coral glue. I need a drink.

[Funkateer_1]

Dust has settled and I got a majority of the coral mounted and squared away.

http://i62.tinypic.com/f1wl6g.jpg

http://i57.tinypic.com/29m0p7c.jpg

[Funkateer_1]

8 weeks of waiting, it went through 3 countries to get here.... BUT ITS FINALLY MINE. KZ Revolution S Deluxe Skimmer.

http://i59.tinypic.com/nye3dk.jpg

[Funkateer_1]

http://i58.tinypic.com/2jh5hc.jpg

[cHRoNzZe]

Nice skimmer I like the orange color....lol................. Got Zoas?? Lol

[Funkateer_1]

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[Funkateer_1]

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Photo of the day! Very rare Plesiops coeruleonlineatus venturing out for some LRS food. Water is a little murky because I just coral snowed

[Funkateer_1]

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Water change day!

[CGsReef]

Mark that tank rocks! Can't wait for the next one.

[Funkateer_1]

Mark that tank rocks! Can't wait for the next one.

Thanks Cornel. I hope one day my tank is as insane as yours.

[Funkateer_1]

Update

Did some serious fragging and moving of corals to accommodate growth, as well as some new additions.

http://i57.tinypic.com/29kxw69.jpg

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A. clathrata

http://i60.tinypic.com/2q1cp79.jpg
A. nasuta

http://i57.tinypic.com/2lxh6hu.jpg
Red staghorn acropora

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http://i62.tinypic.com/33jtq2r.jpg

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KZ skimmer working exceptionally well. Need to clean the neck though

[Funkateer_1]

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[THT419]

Looking awesome Marc!

[Funkateer_1]

4/7/14

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Still waiting very patiently for this Vivid Nasuta to color back up :lmao:

[Funkateer_1]

http://i60.tinypic.com/347fbz7.jpg

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Blue tort 'nub'

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[Funkateer_1]

Playing around with a coral viewer today....

http://i57.tinypic.com/28medt.jpg

http://i60.tinypic.com/2liv5ed.jpg

http://i60.tinypic.com/r8fh4h.jpg

[jessegarcia28]

Nice pics dude
Tank is looking awesome
So when is the rice going to fly over your head ;)


Sent from my iPhone 6s perros using Tapatalk Pro

[CMD2213]

Hmm save money or buy corals..lol

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk

[Funkateer_1]

Nice pics dude
Tank is looking awesome
So when is the rice going to fly over your head ;)


July 12th, we're going to Costa Rica


Hmm save money or buy corals..lol

Spend money!

The Mrs. said I could upgrade the tank, she also said I can get another poison dart frog setup and a PS4.... as long as I get her a Golden Retriever puppy :lol: .... food and car payments are so overrated

[CMD2213]

Lol shoot must be nice I have mortgage credit cards from
Expensive ass wedding bill, car payment and other bills work 2 jobs and school but my frikn tank is no where near as nice as yours :( I need to step it up! Lol

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk

[Funkateer_1]

Lol shoot must be nice I have mortgage credit cards from
Expensive ass wedding bill, car payment and other bills work 2 jobs and school but my frikn tank is no where near as nice as yours :( I need to step it up! Lol

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk

If I didn't work at a fish store, I would not have a reef tank lol.

[CMD2213]

Haha yea you got the hook up no doubt. You ever get that chiller up and running or set it aside for when its needed.

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[Funkateer_1]

Sitting in my backyard now, maybe in the summer time. I would have to cut my plumbing to install it and I am not feeling that lol.

[CMD2213]

Yea always fun to screw with stuff that's running perfectly haha

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[antoneoh]

Awesome tank, just wanted to tag along.

[Funkateer_1]

http://i60.tinypic.com/9ghao3.jpg
Sand Bed Filling up

http://i58.tinypic.com/wrb04g.jpg
Something different.... cespitularia

http://i60.tinypic.com/2qknrsm.jpg
This ones for you Ish :beer:

Got some new frogs from PK. A 2 x fem / 1 x male trio of mint terribilis

http://i58.tinypic.com/14o6k9s.jpg

http://i58.tinypic.com/jubwc0.jpg

http://i58.tinypic.com/5arv6a.jpg

[Funkateer_1]

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Plesiops all flared up

http://i57.tinypic.com/b5hdv6.jpg

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[Funkateer_1]

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[JField]

Thats a cool looking fish, what is it?

[Funkateer_1]

Thats a cool looking fish, what is it?

Its a japanese plesiops. Very oddball fish from Japan.

[nanoreef1]

Very nice tank u got there!Love the corals!

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[Funkateer_1]

Very nice tank u got there!Love the corals!

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Thanks!

[jkennedy1007]

you make my set up look like a goldfish bowl

Top notch

[Funkateer_1]

Some new additions, waters cloudy from coral snow.

http://i60.tinypic.com/14ue59t.jpg

http://i61.tinypic.com/25yu0c7.jpg

http://i59.tinypic.com/10oi93c.jpg

[Livinlocal]

Looking good man

[Funkateer_1]

Better, more clear pictures.

http://i58.tinypic.com/b7x63c.jpg

http://i59.tinypic.com/15d6j2w.jpg

http://i61.tinypic.com/bf05qh.jpg

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[Rod&samantha]

I cant wait to see that tank in person Marc I get a little jealous every time I see that glorious piece of art

[Funkateer_1]

Thanks Rod, you guys are more than welcome to come by any time if you're in the area. Hows the Efflo doing?

[Funkateer_1]

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[DaveMorris]

Tank is looking very nice. Its nice seeing a Zeo tank that doesn't have that fake pastel color to it that a lot of Zeo tanks have. Good job!

[Funkateer_1]

Tank is looking very nice. Its nice seeing a Zeo tank that doesn't have that fake pastel color to it that a lot of Zeo tanks have. Good job!

I think the tank could be lighter, I use Zeospur and B-balance often. I don't know why they stay so dark. Those are the two additives that should pastel up the colors.

[Funkateer_1]

I have been relocating the tank for the past six hours. Its nearly 2am and I still have much to do. Dosing pump is going to be in a cabinet and got a 1/2hp chiller to keep it cool in the summer. New sand and rock and about 60% new scripps water. Lol corals are pissed.

http://i59.tinypic.com/29lnvgh.jpg

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[Bogg]

Pastel colors... I think it's just how you use or abuse the products similar to adding too much
Bio pellets or Gfo etc will bleach out corals also

[Funkateer_1]

FINALLY done relocating the tank. All that's left is gluing the coral. :rock:

http://i58.tinypic.com/333woiv.jpg

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Cabinet holding dosing pump, stirrers, and a few controllers.

http://i58.tinypic.com/35hobqa.jpg
Redone sump.

[Funkateer_1]

Everything is doing well. I suffered an antipated brown-out when I moved the livestock but everything is doing very well! Coloring up faster than I expected

http://i59.tinypic.com/25s4ykx.jpg

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Sassy the Betta's tank

[Bogg]

Bounced right back!

[Funkateer_1]

Bounced right back!

Thanks. Everything went poop brown but colored back up fast.

Some new pieces

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I'm excited to see this guy color up

[Funkateer_1]

I usually post pictures every week or two, but after coming home tonight I cannot believe how well my tank is doing. Color is lightly pastel but sharp and deep, corals are encrusting faster, and my stonies have never been fuzzier. Everything I ever wanted in a zeo tank!

The past year has been a struggle. I had poor to mixed results. Not necessarily the zeo, but there is a learning curve. I changed lights, dosing methodologies, had a chiller/sold it, changed bulbs without acclimating, jacked up the established sandbed, switched salt brands a bunch of times, and did whatever I could to never let the tank settle. I think this relocation is gonna be a fresh start!

I think removing my nasty fine sandbed that I stupidly covered with new sand (killing all my aerobic bacteria) with a clean fresh bed helped, I also added a severely oversized chiller (1/2 hp) allows me to cook the tank with my halides but my temp never gets over 77. It fires up for about 5 minutes every hour with the main lights on. I dropped my lights about 4 inches closer to the tank too. Still cannot shake that $#%^ing bubble algae. I think a foxface is my next purchase.

Hopefully the tank will be an acro forest before I know it!

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Also the newest addition to our family!

[jessegarcia28]

Tank looks great dude
I love your bully he/she is beautiful
Trade you my tank fir your bully ;)
Jk


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[antoneoh]

Love the red and white!

[Funkateer_1]

Tank looks great dude
I love your bully he/she is beautiful
Trade you my tank fir your bully ;)
Jk


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She's NFS :lol: Maybe i'll make you a frag lol

[Rod&samantha]

Marc just seen the post that Efflo is taking off like a rocket it is encrusting way faster then I expected and colors are starting to come out that I didn't see in the beginning I'm selling some stuff right now but I'm also keeping some pieces and that efflo isn't going anywhere

[Camgerace]

This is an awesome tank. I'm new to the hobby but I'm looking to do something with the same look as this very awesome

[Funkateer_1]

This is an awesome tank. I'm new to the hobby but I'm looking to do something with the same look as this very awesome

I'm glad you enjoy the thread!

Reefing is a very enjoyable and rewarding hobby to those that are patient and invest in the right equipment. Here are a few pointers to someone getting into the hobby...

- With the right conditions and care, soft corals especially can grow like weeds. Start with them then move into stony corals.

- Be careful where you get your fish from. Everyone starting up wants nemos and dorys at the best price. A lot of our fish are wild-caught and bring in much stress and disease. Always quarantine new fish and purchase from a reputable source. Trust me, QT EVERYTHING.

- Don't buy cheap equipment. You will just wind up buying everything twice. A lot of the cheaper lights, skimmers, etc. don't work well from the start.

- Support your LFS. SDR is a great community with good deals, but never forget your LFS. They rely on your business to stay afloat and offer good advice and a place to see these animals and equipment in person. Aquatic Warehouse, Aqua SD, Pet Kingdom, and Shipwreck Cove are awesome and reputable stores!

- Invest in good test kits and keep a journal of everything you do. If you ever run into an issue (and you will) having records makes it much easier to troubleshoot.

- Lastly, take all advice with a grain of salt. There are many opinions and methodologies with reefkeeping. All these ways can work when done properly. Find what works best for you and stick to it!

I've had way to much caffeine tonight and will probably be up working on homework for awhile. Feel free to PM me if you have any questions. Not trying to toot my own horn, but I've set up quite a few tanks and happy to offer advice.

[DaveMorris]

Still looking good. Keep up the updates. I am still impressed with the colors and for me that is quite an accomplishment. Yours is the first Zeo tank I've seen that I like. :) I may not be living up to the title of Zeo-hater much longer.

[Funkateer_1]

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Well I was gone for two weeks. No dosing, no reactor shaking, nothing but a little bit of food for the fish. Tank did just fine. Colors are a little faded/brownish but i'm sure it'll come back with additives.

[CGsReef]

Nice to see that everything survived and flourished while you were away.

[Funkateer_1]

Thanks cornel. You should come over and see the tank and bring the girls to play with the puppy :D

[Funkateer_1]

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New piece.

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Yellow torch, haven't personally kept a Euphyllia in my home tank in years. We'll see how it does.

[Funkateer_1]

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New addition. I plan to add a few more angels and maybe a butterfly or two.

[Moon Doggy]

Some feeding shots from this morning...

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What are you feeding these corals? I just went through the whole thread Very nice

[Funkateer_1]

What are you feeding these corals? I just went through the whole thread Very nice

I feed them crack :lol:

I use Pohl's Coral Vitalizer, turns my LPS inside almost instantly. They get whatever frozen food lands on them in the water column too.

[Moon Doggy]

Thanks for the quick reply Is the Pohl's Coral Vitalizer something a non zevoit user can use? I have a 120 gallon tank and it is difficult to target feed my acans.

I will be sitting up a 40 breeder SPS tank and maybe I can try the 4 system it seems that you went to 13 quickly, can one stay with the 4 system. Also do they make small skimmers for a zevoit system?

[Funkateer_1]

Thanks for the quick reply Is the Pohl's Coral Vitalizer something a non zevoit user can use? I have a 120 gallon tank and it is difficult to target feed my acans.

I will be sitting up a 40 breeder SPS tank and maybe I can try the 4 system it seems that you went to 13 quickly, can one stay with the 4 system. Also do they make small skimmers for a zevoit system?

You can use CV in any non-zeo system. It's just concentrated coral food. I think it's got a little diluted oyster eggs too, due to the color, smell, and need to keep in fridge.

If acans are what you're working on, add a little Amino Acid LPS too. It'll really help them get nice and fluffy.

The basic 4 system is just for the zeo life support (keeping nutrients low and maintaining water quality) all the other additives tweak color and do fun things. The smallest KZ skimmer on the market is the Rev. S deluxe like mine. It's rated to 300 gallons but man does it skim like a beast. I swear it will be the last skimmer I ever buy. If I ever wanted to upgrade again, I can use it on any system.

[CMD2213]

+1 on cv I used it always got nice polyp extension hungry corals and happy corals.

[Funkateer_1]

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Flame Angels have been going crazy. Doing all kinds of mating dances

[Drama D]

I remember you saying a while back that you had a few of these skimmers, do you happen to still have one laying around that you may want to part with?

[Funkateer_1]

I remember you saying a while back that you had a few of these skimmers, do you happen to still have one laying around that you may want to part with?

I do have a few... $800 for the S model and $1500 for the M.

[Funkateer_1]

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[Drama D]

Holy xxxx. Outta my price range. Didnt realize they were that much. I was expecting 5-6 bills.

[Funkateer_1]

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[Drama D]

Zz working good aehh... looking good. Does aw carry zz. May want to try some. How long before you started seeing a dif? Im still using cs 2x a week

[Funkateer_1]

Zz working good aehh... looking good. Does aw carry zz. May want to try some. How long before you started seeing a dif? Im still using cs 2x a week

IME it works just like CS does, just more concentrated. We do sell it at AW in 250g jars. I do not remember how much it is though.

[Funkateer_1]

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New lights. Traded the overkill 250w fixture to Bogg for an Elos 150w. Less electricity, heat, and nice internal ballasts. Thanks Ryan!

[Milmikee]

Tank looks great. Do you mind updating what kz additives you are using?

[Bogg]

You're welcome enjoy that radium glow!

[Funkateer_1]

You're welcome enjoy that radium glow!

Thanks Ryan, I couldn't believe the blue those lights put out.

[Funkateer_1]

Tank looks great. Do you mind updating what kz additives you are using?

- Zeostart 3: .1mL twice a day or .2mL daily. This dosage isn't consistent.
- Zeobak: 2 drops Mon, Weds, Fri
- Zeovit: 500mL swapped every 6 weeks. Reactor flow roughly 40-50GPH
- KZ Carbon 100mL swapped monthly. Placed in a bag next to the skimmer outflow.
- Coral Vitalizer: 2 drops MWF
- Sponge Power: 2 drops MWF
- Pohl's Xtra Sp: stopped
- Coral Snow: stopped
- Zeofood: 2 drops every now and then
- Zeospur: 1mL 1-2x a month
- AAHC: 2 drops T TH SUN
- Biomate: stopped
- B - Balance: 2 mL 1-2x week
- Stylo-Pocci Grow: 2 drops Weds, Sat
- Flatworm Stop: 2mL stopped
- Coral Booster: 2mL stopped
- PIF 2 drops Weds, Sun
- Zeozym 1/2 tsp 2x weekly

[Milmikee]

Thanks, I am 7 weeks in with a 120 gallon tank running zeovit.

[Funkateer_1]

Thanks, I am 7 weeks in with a 120 gallon tank running zeovit.

Another SD zeohead?! :beer: Are you running stones and all? Where is the tank blog?

[Milmikee]

I am running stones. I did not start a blog. In retrospect I should have started a blog so I can get help and document the progress.

[Funkateer_1]

I am running stones. I did not start a blog. In retrospect I should have started a blog so I can get help and document the progress.

What reactor/skimmer are you running?

[Milmikee]

I am running a ASM G3 and a Vertex 1.5 liter. I have the valve fully open on the Vertex because it seems really slow.

[Funkateer_1]

I saw your PM, sumps looks off to a good start!

I'd calculate the flow for your reactor. You don't need a lot coming out for it to make an impact. I just take a liter measuring cup, time how long it takes to fill, multiply by 3.8 and you got your GPH.

You only want ~100GPH for your system.

[Milmikee]

Ok I will have to try that. Doesn't look like fun though trying to fill the liter cup.

[Funkateer_1]

Here are some paper procrastination photos....

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[Funkateer_1]

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[acbaldwin]

Tank looks great, I like the nice open scape you did.

[Milmikee]

Great looking tank!

[Funkateer_1]

Tank looks great, I like the nice open scape you did.

Thanks. I think I have about 15lb of liverock in there. I just want the corals to grow faster!


Great looking tank!

Thank you

[Funkateer_1]

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New addition...

[Funkateer_1]

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Butterfly is adjusting very well with the gang

[Bogg]

The tank looks great! Fish and coral

[Funkateer_1]

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[Funkateer_1]

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My favorite fish in the tank... Japanese Plesiops

[Funkateer_1]

Some more photos...

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Psammacora

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Hitchhiking Mille doing way better than the colony

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Always a favorite. Branching Green Star Polyp

And a few pictures of the other animals. I feel like i'm living in a zoo...


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Frogs!

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Wife's cat thinking he's a person

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Bulldog mid yawn

[Dreamkeeper]

Nice Marc!

[Funkateer_1]

Nice Marc!

Thanks Randy

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GSP always takes flattering pictures

[Funkateer_1]

Heres a (terrible) video I took during feeding time. I apologize for the sound, I think theres a wendys commercial in the background.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m57TiJlpdI&list=UUL1QxW76k09FVxBhUVB_oSQ

[jasonp87]

Fish eating, Wendy's in the background, now I'm hungry :(

Nice video and tank, is that a radiant wrasse I saw?

[Funkateer_1]

Fish eating, Wendy's in the background, now I'm hungry :(

Nice video and tank, is that a radiant wrasse I saw?

Hahaha.... Ya that's a radiant. He's been in there for awhile. Unlike the Marjorie Pair and the tuskfish, he's not suicidal. The mated pair of sixlines I added seem to play well with him too.

[jasonp87]

Sweet, a radiant is near the top of my list, just have too many fish already.

[Funkateer_1]

Sweet, a radiant is near the top of my list, just have too many fish already.

You can always add one more. That's my motto. I almost put a pair of valentini puffers in the other day.

[jasonp87]

You can always add one more. That's my motto. I almost put a pair of valentini puffers in the other day.

Lol, he may be cramped sharing a 25 gallon with a large leopard, yellow coris, neon dotty back and clown.

[Funkateer_1]

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Colors doing better, bubble algae slowly going away thanks to a foxface and about 10 emerald crabs. Just dosing start, bak, and sponge power to see if I can help the colors bounce back.

[Funkateer_1]

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Another day, another tank move.... last time I moved it across the house, this time im moving it a few miles to my new house. I have more than enough water made up and buckets ready. Should be less painful than last time.

[Dreamkeeper]

Let me know if you need help moving.

[Funkateer_1]

Let me know if you need help moving.

Thanks Randy, I had a service guy friend of mine help me.

Move went very well. Everything's all hooked up but the dosing pump and halides. Im gonna give the tank a few days to settle before turning them back on.

[Milmikee]

Marc what do you have for a cuc?

[Funkateer_1]

Marc what do you have for a cuc?

I have a couple trochus. Thats about it for snails.

I had some bubble algae get out of hand and introduced about a half dozen emeralds. My radiant wrasse wiped most of them out over time.

I also keep a foxface, he's my number 1 algae grazer.

[Funkateer_1]

Here's the tank post-relocation....

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[socal619]

Sick tank bro! Nice meeting you today and thanks for the clowns!

[nanoreef1]

Bad ass tank! Looks like the move went good for you.😃

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[jessegarcia28]

Very nice
I think your due for an upgrade to my 100g;)


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[Funkateer_1]

Sick tank bro! Nice meeting you today and thanks for the clowns!

Pleasure man. That might have been one of the nicest mix and match clown pairs i've made



Very nice
I think your due for an upgrade to my 100g;)


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I'll trade you for my 50g

[Funkateer_1]

Some more pictures! Everything's bouncing back except my ORA Joe.

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With the sump

[acbaldwin]

Cool tank and scape, nice pics!

[Funkateer_1]

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Another new gadget. Tunze 6040 powerhead.

[Dreamkeeper]

Looking good Marc

[Twiegs]

Tank looks great!

Any issues with the Flame Angel nipping at corals? Thinking about adding one to my tank.


Thanks!

[Funkateer_1]

Tank looks great!

Any issues with the Flame Angel nipping at corals? Thinking about adding one to my tank.


Thanks!

The nip. Alot. I just cope with poor polyp extension, I love those fish so much.

Tanks doing well, kind of on auto pilot now. I'm out of room and have had to limit my livestock to match my fish's voracious appetites. They seem to be hard on acros but leave stylo, birdsnest, and other types of stony corals alone. Right now, I'm doing occasional water changes, feeding the fish, and routinely add the basic zeo life support additives. I'm adding other zeo additives based on my coral's appearances but not stuck on a schedule. It's nice having a tank that I can just leave alone and enjoy.

The only stock I recently added was an established female leopard wrasse from my brother-in-law who broke down his tank. 3 years old in captivity and eats everything. Playing with other three wrasses in the tank very well. Still thinking about adding a pair of tobies and maybe a different genus of angelfish.

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[Twiegs]

Thanks for the info! Do they tend to have more of an appetite for LPS or SPS? Or both?