starting up nano; finally..

bv_reefer · #1 04-03-2008, 05:33 AM

i was looking for an 18'' nova t5, but can't seem to find them at any lfs', the smallest being 24''

Jason McK · #2 04-03-2008, 05:38 AM

I would also stick to sugar sand. A Lot of nano gobbies are sand sifters and CC isn't good for them

J

bv_reefer · #3 04-03-2008, 05:50 AM

ya i will end up putting those eventually, but how should i ''enoculate/seed'' it using my existing reef tank? rocks, sand? i know putting water is crappy as it barely helps and just ends up polluting the system..

Der_Iron_Chef · #4 04-03-2008, 06:00 AM

For a fish-only nano, I think either of those lights would be just fine. I wouldn't use the Hagen/Aquaclear filter at all, either. It will just take up space in the tank, and won't really do much for you. If you do a small water change each week, that should be all you really need, as far as going skimmerless is concerned.

As well, you might look into the Koralia Nano that was recently released. It's smaller and might really be all you need in a 10G.

mseepman · #5 04-03-2008, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by bv_reefer

i was looking for an 18'' nova t5, but can't seem to find them at any lfs', the smallest being 24''

OA carries them on their site.

http://oceanaquatics.com/store/produ...%22-Saltwater/

bv_reefer · #6 04-03-2008, 11:34 PM

ya i'm definitely much more impressed by my koralia than my maxi-jet, prefer the distribution of flow that koralias give out, so flow will definitely be a koralia nano, but drew you mentioned to not even bother with a aquaclear why is that? you think water changes will be enough

super7 · #7 04-04-2008, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by bv_reefer

i was looking for an 18'' nova t5, but can't seem to find them at any lfs', the smallest being 24''

On Ocean Aquatics website they say that they have them. Give Wendell a shout maybe.

mseepman · #8 04-04-2008, 03:51 AM

I personally ordered the 18" Nova Xtreme today...it said "available in 1 day" so I'm hoping thats true.

bv_reefer · #9 04-04-2008, 04:35 AM

what are you gonna be running the fixture over? it's 2x20 watt if i remember correctly

Boomboy · #10 04-04-2008, 05:12 AM

well ive got a nano going to a 20g and let me just say
1. get a light that is 20" why so that you can actually have it held up on the tank. if its a FOWLR then not really much light is needed but garenteed your a going to put softies in at least. so get a fixture with at least 2 lightbulbs in it, one for actinic and one for 10k
2. yes skimmerless is fine, in fact i think better, why because you replace all your needed nutrients with the water change. ONCE A WEEK, must stay on top of that.
3. get a HOB that is way over rated for it like a 70 or even 100 Aquaclear, lots of room for a conversion into a fuge, the 70 you can get a slower impeller for it the 100 you have to cut some off.
4. get sand dont get CC.
5. make sure you have enough rock for it a ratio of 1.5 at least. i have 35 pounds in my 20. i would add more if i had space. i cant think of anything else. dont go cheap with the light you will want to upgrade it after even if you have a reef already.
oh yeah and dont run an undergravel filter if you do, im not sure if you do, and get the kor nano. definatly the best. and cheap online too.