Hey Everyone,
I am starting a little late to the build post. I am brand new to the world of aquariums but have chosen to dive in head first.
Build List
Tank was set up and failed the leak test (missing O-ring on the return line - fixed by the LFS).
As of today tank has been filled with saltwater and running for a couple days while I have been playing with the Apex a little.
Starting a fishless cycle and dosed some ammonia and Dr. Tim's One and Only but made a mistake by not testing ammonia first before dosing. I was unaware the live sand would contain ammonia. After dosing and running a test ammonia was close to but not quite 5 ppm. Hoping the bacteria will start to take off in the coming days and start bringing this level down.
Looking forward to sharing my success/failure.
I am starting a little late to the build post. I am brand new to the world of aquariums but have chosen to dive in head first.
Build List
ProStar Rimless V2 200 Gallon Aquarium w/ BLACK Stand - Pro Clear Aquatic Systems
COR-20 Intelligent Return Pump (2000 GPH) - Neptune Systems
Classic 202-S 8" Internal Protein Skimmer - Reef Octopus
1000 Watt Helio PTC Smart Heater - Innovative Marine2x SKY LED Aquarium Light - Neptune Systems
2x RMS XR30 G5 Tank Mount System - EcoTech Marine
2x WAV Single Pump (4000 GPH) - Neptune Systems
2x EB832 Energy Bar 832 - Neptune Systems
Apex Controller System - Neptune Systems
Trident - Marine Aquarium Water Analyzer - Neptune Systems
DOS Dosing and Fluid Metering System - Neptune Systems
PMK PAR Monitoring Kit - Neptune Systems
GRO Refugium Light with Flat Tank Mount Bracket - Neptune Systems
Apex Display Module - Neptune Systems
MPR Magnetic Probe Rack - Neptune Systems
VorTech MP40mQD - Mobius Ready QuietDrive Propeller Pump - EcoTech Marine
VorTech Battery Back-up - EcoTech Marine
80 lb. Fiji Pink Arag-Alive! Live Reef Sand - CaribSea
40 lb. Florida Crushed Coral Dry Sand - Caribsea75 lb. LifeRock Dry Live Rock - CaribSea
(Pictures coming soon - phone being repaired)Tank was set up and failed the leak test (missing O-ring on the return line - fixed by the LFS).
As of today tank has been filled with saltwater and running for a couple days while I have been playing with the Apex a little.
Starting a fishless cycle and dosed some ammonia and Dr. Tim's One and Only but made a mistake by not testing ammonia first before dosing. I was unaware the live sand would contain ammonia. After dosing and running a test ammonia was close to but not quite 5 ppm. Hoping the bacteria will start to take off in the coming days and start bringing this level down.
Looking forward to sharing my success/failure.
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