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Here is a list of all my apex things that I control/monitor:
Within Fusion I track all my measurements: ALK, CA, pH, Nitrate, Phosphate
I control the following:
3 AI Hydra 52s
2 Ecotech Vortechs
Water Level in tank
Temperature in tank
Dosing pumps
Return pumps
Davey Jones (when full...
I think the largest that Mainland and Aqueon make is slightly smaller, 84x24x30. So if you must have that extra foot then custom is most likely your only choice.
I use a pond liner too, did a it up to the lip of the cabinet so that it will hold about 1.5-2 inches of water if necessary. Worth every penny but I do like the idea of the paint on style that other folks have recommended, very clean. I have also seen people put a drain in the bottom so that...
Looks great. I have used the Eheim for years (accept for the one I dropped in the tank, not good). Works great and provides a nice variety from the frozen food. Cost is also perfect on those things.
Where are you located? There are some nice folks at some of the local stores that do services, they would gladly help your mom (for a few most likely) if something went wrong. Its stressful but what can you do, I was out of country with no cell service for 8 days, but had someone I trusted...
Apex here as well, had it since my tank first went live.
Here is what I control:
2 Energy Bars
2 Vortech MP40s
3 AI Hydra 52s
ATO
Float valve for Davey Jones
Temperature emergencies (help I am too hot turn off lights, heaters, email, sound alarms)
Power emergencies: Power off everything but 1...
I would just advice against any one that has the electrically controller chute. A few of my neighbors bought these, the mechanics in the broke after one season (and not this rough season). I have the YardMachine that i got a home depot, been solid for the 10 years I have owned it.
Very cool. While diving in the Bahamas last year my guide told us about how the Government is asking them to feed lion fish to the groupers and sharks to encourage predation.