Bio Cube Owner's Thread - Page 25

Megg0602 · 01/21/2009, 08:58 PM

i thought it was $70 but thats before shipping

jmadison · 01/21/2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally posted by Luna81
See, mine hasn't moved until we redid the rock. Then he moved right where he wanted and hasn't moved since.

Not really sure if I want to get him out, or what the Clown's would do if I did. We'll have to see how things go.

jmadison: The column is a cool idea. I don't know, maybe I'll see how things go right now. He hasn't moved since he went to where he wanted to be. I don't know, should I get rid of him?

I'm excited today because the skimmer is pulling stuff. Not much, but it seems to be breaking in (I was worried at first). I am so glad I finally got it. I know with the 29 you can get away with just water changes, but come on...sometimes we're lazy/sick/hurt and it goes a few days passed when we planned on doing it.

So, with the stock lighting, does the adding of some zoas/acan/trumpet coral sound okay?

I dont think you up and need to get rid of your bta. Each animal is different, it migt have found a nice place to plant it foot and might never move again and flourish; but be prepared for the unwarranted/unprevoked/unexplained walks that they LOVE to take!

Zoas will do quite well under the PCs, I know that many people have trumpets that do quite well also. As for the acans I know they like moderate/low light(when under halides), so I think they should do ok but dont quote me on that.

Luna81 · 01/21/2009, 09:13 PM

jmadison:

Thanks! I love the anemone, but am a little frustrated/worried about the fact that he may randomly decide to kill something someday. Hopefully it doesn't happen. All I know is he's getting big, and I may someday have to get rid of him if he doesn't split.

It was really fun to watch him walk the other day, but I don't want to do it a lot. One experience was good for me.

jmadison · 01/21/2009, 09:48 PM

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Originally posted by Luna81
Why I don't think a sunpod would work for me:

Here would be an answer to your furry problem. I used it orignally as a way to help acclimate my tank to the halides, it also helps prevent jumpers. I actually don't use it anymore as I don't worry about jumping so much ( as it might help me actually get my firefish out of the tank HA). If I were still using it I had kicked around the idea of giving it the black krylon touch, although i have heard that white is more reflective, so I would prob only paint the the top and not down into each of the holes.

It was simple to make, got the piece at Menards in the lighting section, and used side cutter to cut to size. I have made notches in the back to allow for the powerhead chords, and i have it overlap the back wall about 1/4" to prevent jumping a bit. I cut the front to contour the curves of the front corners. It just sits down on that lip inside quite nicely!

geeeessh I have been at this for an hour, photobucket is be super sketchy...

jmadison · 01/21/2009, 09:51 PM

please ignow my nasty saltcreep on

luna- you can kinda see my nem island in the second pic in the right front corner. It's bedtime in my tank but you can sorta see it.

Luna81 · 01/21/2009, 10:03 PM

I don't know if it'd work for me. This cat has figured out how to open the garbage. Routinely is found inside our cabinets sleeping (or eating our food). And has now taken to opening our sliding closets and getting inside.

I seriously think he'd pop that out somehow. He's a frakin' genius sometimes.

Good idea though, thanks.

jmadison · 01/21/2009, 10:34 PM

Sounds like what you need is some survaliance cams, and then enter that stuff on americas funniest videos, or some other variant haha. You coould make the cover, then figure out some sort of clamps or someting. Or i guess you COULD get rid of the cat

hehehehe

Luna81 · 01/22/2009, 08:14 AM

While there are days I think about getting rid of the cat, I don't think it's an option darnit

m0nk · 01/22/2009, 08:28 AM

I didn't read through much of this thread but I'll put in my 2 cents on what I've seen regarding the anemone. Anemones need higher level lighting that PC lights cannot provide. Even if you have high wattage PCs, the anemone will slowly die over time. T5 or MH are your only option if you want to ensure the survival of your bta. Trust me when I say you will feel terrible if you stick with PCs only to watch your anemone die.

Octoberfest · 01/22/2009, 08:34 AM

jmadison, have you ever done a PAR test to see how much light that egg crate cuts down? Any chance you could post a picture of the tank with the MH light on and the egg crate on, then the same photo but remove the eggcrate?

AwkwardParrot · 01/22/2009, 08:38 AM

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Originally posted by Octoberfest
jmadison, have you ever done a PAR test to see how much light that egg crate cuts down? Any chance you could post a picture of the tank with the MH light on and the egg crate on, then the same photo but remove the eggcrate?

my club just went over the egg crate topic...take a look here:
CTARS Form
Egg Crate Explanation

TTAFT88 · 01/22/2009, 09:24 AM

Quick question. I have a 29g biocube with a stock light. Would it be stupid to get a anemore? My LFS said it would be fine. Does anyone has a anemore with the stock light?how is it doing?

Octoberfest · 01/22/2009, 09:28 AM

The LFS will always tell you that because they want you to buy it. I personally would say not to because its a risk but some other's have done it with success.

PerfectDark · 01/22/2009, 10:01 AM

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Originally posted by TTAFT88
Quick question. I have a 29g biocube with a stock light. Would it be stupid to get a anemore? My LFS said it would be fine. Does anyone has a anemore with the stock light?how is it doing?

Had an anemone with the stock lighting... would not do it again nor would I recommend doing it. Did it die? No... Did it thrive? NO... why would you do that to an animal just to say you have one? Just my 2 cents...

Heres my anemone a year and a 10 months ago under the stock lights of the bio cube...approx 3" in diameter

This is it 8 months after the first pic....Do you think it could get any closer to the lights? approx 4+" in diameter (not much growth at all) and I fed it routinely.

Shortly after that pic I upgraded to the sunpod MH fixture... this is it as of today... And I DO NOT SPOT feed it... I have not directly fed that anemone in over 8 months. It does benifit from current feeding when I feed my fish I make sure there are some cyclops and mysis in there for the anem to get. FYI last measurement 10+" in diamter.

**Just because your anemone has good color doesnt mean its entirely healthy.

jmadison · 01/22/2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally posted by Octoberfest
jmadison, have you ever done a PAR test to see how much light that egg crate cuts down? Any chance you could post a picture of the tank with the MH light on and the egg crate on, then the same photo but remove the eggcrate?

I do not have a picture, but when the tank wakes up in an hour, I will snap some pics for ya. As for a par meter, nope don't have one of those either

Lyfey · 01/22/2009, 10:54 AM

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Originally posted by jmadison

Speaking of, we need to have the tang police infultrate the people that design the boxes for nano tanks. In unread reefers defenses, they really should be a little more accurate with what they picture living inside said aquariums.

Well said, I agree with you 100%.. I have seen some wacky product boxes for all kinds of marine life and some of them just do not apply to the fish pictured at all.. ha that is funny great observation though +1 !

Octoberfest · 01/22/2009, 11:51 AM

PerfectDark, have you had any problems with your anemone stinging any of your corals?

PerfectDark · 01/22/2009, 12:05 PM

No... I have a picture of a colony of Purple haze zoas directly under the tentacles of the anemone when its open. They do not close up nor are they receding in anyway. Although I keep most of my corals as far away from the anem as I can, BTA's have a very very weak sting and most LPS are far more potent than the anemone. And most zoas IME are unaffected by it. Moving about and covering the coral however is a different story. I havent had that happen to me but issues would arise in that scenario...LOL.

firebirdude · 01/22/2009, 12:16 PM

I have the 4.36 biocube lighting upgrade. The fans have a variable voltage selector. With it on 9V instead of 12V and all four bulbs running, it will not get hotter than 82 degrees in the dead summer in Florida. Fans might be a little loud for some on 12V, but it's in another room and doesn't bother me. I just had it on 9V for a little while just to test. And the light output is practically frying my mushrooms!

jun_18T · 01/22/2009, 12:24 PM

ok...i have this cpr sr3 skimmer for 3 weeks now. it's working somewhat ok now but my question is....is it normal that everytime i do my water change i will get micro bubbles from the skimmer??? it settles down for about 24 hours but its just annoying me that every time i do WC's ill get massive amounts of micro bubbles.

thanks!

GustavoAZ · 01/22/2009, 01:09 PM

I take crappy pics...

Side view

Ft view

jmadison · 01/22/2009, 01:31 PM

-Jun- I am about to run off to work, so I promise I'll get back to your pm tonight.

-Octoberfest-(mmmmm beer)

without

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Had to do this quick, hope it helps.

Octoberfest · 01/22/2009, 01:35 PM

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Originally posted by GustavoAZ
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I take crappy pics...

Is that a trigger in there?????

Octoberfest · 01/22/2009, 01:35 PM

jmadison, I swear that's not where I picked that from!

It doesn't look like it makes a difference at all.

jun_18T · 01/22/2009, 01:43 PM

jmadison - thanks will wait for your reply

01/21/2009, 08:58 PM	#601
Megg0602 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: western mass Posts: 219	i thought it was $70 but thats before shipping __________________ looving it Current Tank Info: 35 gal shallow cube reef, 15 gal sump, black clown pair, led light

01/21/2009, 09:51 PM	#605
jmadison rebmeM deretsigeR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PHX, AZ Posts: 1,426	please ignow my nasty saltcreep on luna- you can kinda see my nem island in the second pic in the right front corner. It's bedtime in my tank but you can sorta see it. __________________ -Keyser Söze- By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. -Confucius Current Tank Info: Construction Zone

01/21/2009, 10:34 PM	#607
jmadison rebmeM deretsigeR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PHX, AZ Posts: 1,426	Sounds like what you need is some survaliance cams, and then enter that stuff on americas funniest videos, or some other variant haha. You coould make the cover, then figure out some sort of clamps or someting. Or i guess you COULD get rid of the cat hehehehe __________________ -Keyser Söze- By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. -Confucius Current Tank Info: Construction Zone

01/22/2009, 08:28 AM	#609
m0nk Zen through Reefkeeping Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Camp Hill, Pa Posts: 317	I didn't read through much of this thread but I'll put in my 2 cents on what I've seen regarding the anemone. Anemones need higher level lighting that PC lights cannot provide. Even if you have high wattage PCs, the anemone will slowly die over time. T5 or MH are your only option if you want to ensure the survival of your bta. Trust me when I say you will feel terrible if you stick with PCs only to watch your anemone die. __________________ Save the reef, buy aquacultured. Better yet, frag and share! Current Tank Info: 30l

01/22/2009, 08:34 AM	#610
Octoberfest Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NC Posts: 1,350	jmadison, have you ever done a PAR test to see how much light that egg crate cuts down? Any chance you could post a picture of the tank with the MH light on and the egg crate on, then the same photo but remove the eggcrate? __________________ 29 gallon bio-cube with 150w metal halide sunpod fixture, stock 14 gallon bio-cube

01/21/2009, 09:13 PM	#603
Luna81 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 33	jmadison: Thanks! I love the anemone, but am a little frustrated/worried about the fact that he may randomly decide to kill something someday. Hopefully it doesn't happen. All I know is he's getting big, and I may someday have to get rid of him if he doesn't split. It was really fun to watch him walk the other day, but I don't want to do it a lot. One experience was good for me.

01/21/2009, 10:03 PM	#606
Luna81 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 33	I don't know if it'd work for me. This cat has figured out how to open the garbage. Routinely is found inside our cabinets sleeping (or eating our food). And has now taken to opening our sliding closets and getting inside. I seriously think he'd pop that out somehow. He's a frakin' genius sometimes. Good idea though, thanks.

01/22/2009, 08:14 AM	#608
Luna81 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 33	While there are days I think about getting rid of the cat, I don't think it's an option darnit

01/22/2009, 09:24 AM	#612
TTAFT88 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 47	Quick question. I have a 29g biocube with a stock light. Would it be stupid to get a anemore? My LFS said it would be fine. Does anyone has a anemore with the stock light?how is it doing?

01/22/2009, 09:28 AM	#613
Octoberfest Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NC Posts: 1,350	The LFS will always tell you that because they want you to buy it. I personally would say not to because its a risk but some other's have done it with success. __________________ 29 gallon bio-cube with 150w metal halide sunpod fixture, stock 14 gallon bio-cube

01/22/2009, 11:51 AM	#617
Octoberfest Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NC Posts: 1,350	PerfectDark, have you had any problems with your anemone stinging any of your corals? __________________ 29 gallon bio-cube with 150w metal halide sunpod fixture, stock 14 gallon bio-cube

01/22/2009, 12:05 PM	#618
PerfectDark Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 22	No... I have a picture of a colony of Purple haze zoas directly under the tentacles of the anemone when its open. They do not close up nor are they receding in anyway. Although I keep most of my corals as far away from the anem as I can, BTA's have a very very weak sting and most LPS are far more potent than the anemone. And most zoas IME are unaffected by it. Moving about and covering the coral however is a different story. I havent had that happen to me but issues would arise in that scenario...LOL. __________________ Science is not based on fact, it is based on hypothesis that have not been disproven. Aspire to Inspire... Current Tank Info: 29 Gal Bio Cube, 35lbs LR, corals, 2 Ocellaris & RBTA. 40gal breeder frag tank and 36gal Bow Front.

01/22/2009, 12:16 PM	#619
firebirdude User and Abuser Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,836	I have the 4.36 biocube lighting upgrade. The fans have a variable voltage selector. With it on 9V instead of 12V and all four bulbs running, it will not get hotter than 82 degrees in the dead summer in Florida. Fans might be a little loud for some on 12V, but it's in another room and doesn't bother me. I just had it on 9V for a little while just to test. And the light output is practically frying my mushrooms!

01/22/2009, 12:24 PM	#620
jun_18T Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: GTA/Ontario Posts: 146	skimmer question ok...i have this cpr sr3 skimmer for 3 weeks now. it's working somewhat ok now but my question is....is it normal that everytime i do my water change i will get micro bubbles from the skimmer??? it settles down for about 24 hours but its just annoying me that every time i do WC's ill get massive amounts of micro bubbles. thanks!

01/22/2009, 01:09 PM	#621
GustavoAZ minamalist reefer Join Date: May 2007 Location: Surprise AZ Posts: 1,051	I take crappy pics... Side view Ft view

01/22/2009, 01:31 PM	#622
jmadison rebmeM deretsigeR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PHX, AZ Posts: 1,426	-Jun- I am about to run off to work, so I promise I'll get back to your pm tonight. -Octoberfest-(mmmmm beer) without without with with Had to do this quick, hope it helps. __________________ -Keyser Söze- By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. -Confucius Current Tank Info: Construction Zone

01/22/2009, 01:35 PM	#624
Octoberfest Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NC Posts: 1,350	jmadison, I swear that's not where I picked that from! It doesn't look like it makes a difference at all. __________________ 29 gallon bio-cube with 150w metal halide sunpod fixture, stock 14 gallon bio-cube

01/22/2009, 01:43 PM	#625
jun_18T Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: GTA/Ontario Posts: 146	jmadison - thanks will wait for your reply