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Subliminal's Fluval Evo 13.5 Build

Subliminal

NJRC Member
Just feeling like it’s looking great in there this am.
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And the skin on this guy is turning blue and pink. Didn’t see that coming!

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Subliminal

NJRC Member
So. Just a quick update.

I removed the AI Prime 16HD and installed a Radion XR30. It’s definitely overkill. Great coverage though, as the light is about the same size as the top of the tank.

I’m too cheap to spring for a $100+ mount, though so I ended up using a desk mounted monitor stand and making risers out of 2x4:

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Also I replaced the old powerhead (Sicce 1000) with a Hygger Mini. Flow is a lot better although I’m still not convinced I’ve got it just right yet.

I’m running the AI David Saxby profile thru Mobius on the light at 35%.
Without a par meter getting the light right will be an interesting endeavor.
 
So. Just a quick update.

I removed the AI Prime 16HD and installed a Radion XR30. It’s definitely overkill. Great coverage though, as the light is about the same size as the top of the tank.

I’m too cheap to spring for a $100+ mount, though so I ended up using a desk mounted monitor stand and making risers out of 2x4:

DAB8D58D-A46F-4962-B8BC-3C0BE04111A2.jpeg



Also I replaced the old powerhead (Sicce 1000) with a Hygger Mini. Flow is a lot better although I’m still not convinced I’ve got it just right yet.

I’m running the AI David Saxby profile thru Mobius on the light at 35%.
Without a par meter getting the light right will be an interesting endeavor.
I run the saxby schedule too. I like it
 

Subliminal

NJRC Member
Back to the Prime. XR30 was not a good fit. Could get the light where I wanted at the top...but the bottom was the same as the top...not good for a mixed reef.

Anyway, new pics:

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