So, started breaking down the 90 and the nano with plans to settle into an AIO. Looked at the options, and needed something this weekend. Craigslist stuff didn't pan out so at the last minute I went in and grabbed an Innovative Marine 25g shallow reef with stand.
Picked it up from ACC and John cut me a deal as a member, saved about $70, plus a $70 future livestock credit made it a worthwhile.
Only problem I had was the unit was assembled. Requested a boxed unit but was told that they came assembled - and I didn't think much about it. But that thick plastic coating that wood units have was never taken off when the unit was assembled, so it was impossible to just peel it off, as it went under adjacent pieces. My first 2 hours with the new toy involved a complete disassembly of the cabinet, removal of the plastic coatings, removal of the assembly number stickers, and reassembly. I'd advise asking for a boxed unit so you can avoid the extra timing.
Nice looking tank. Plan on running a few zoas and SPS up high. Using a Hydra 26 at half power. There's no actual mount for the Hydra units at this point outside the 'drill into the back of the cabinet bar', but John and I were able to jury-rig a setup which seems to be working fine. As always, ACC offered some future assistance if I decide to change out my lighting.
As per circ, was initially planning on using my MP10, but decided to go with the Gyre on the back wall.
So, all good, got the setup at a competitive price with discount and know I'll have ACC behind it.
Picked it up from ACC and John cut me a deal as a member, saved about $70, plus a $70 future livestock credit made it a worthwhile.
Only problem I had was the unit was assembled. Requested a boxed unit but was told that they came assembled - and I didn't think much about it. But that thick plastic coating that wood units have was never taken off when the unit was assembled, so it was impossible to just peel it off, as it went under adjacent pieces. My first 2 hours with the new toy involved a complete disassembly of the cabinet, removal of the plastic coatings, removal of the assembly number stickers, and reassembly. I'd advise asking for a boxed unit so you can avoid the extra timing.
Nice looking tank. Plan on running a few zoas and SPS up high. Using a Hydra 26 at half power. There's no actual mount for the Hydra units at this point outside the 'drill into the back of the cabinet bar', but John and I were able to jury-rig a setup which seems to be working fine. As always, ACC offered some future assistance if I decide to change out my lighting.
As per circ, was initially planning on using my MP10, but decided to go with the Gyre on the back wall.
So, all good, got the setup at a competitive price with discount and know I'll have ACC behind it.
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