Fluval Evo 13.5G First Aquarium

[Maxctrl88]

Hello all reefers, this is my first aquarium true newbie , my name is Rui and come from Toronto i really need all the help i can get

my next step is getting dry rock and Aquascaping

 

[Pvtgloss]

Sweet. I'm about to start up my evo 13.5. Are you going with the stock light?

 

[Maxctrl88]

yes for now, not in a rush, and u dont need light for cycling will upgrade later

 

[luis angel]

Welcome to R2R Rui, many people here with a lot of knowledge who can help you on your journey

 

[saltnewbie101]

Hello all reefers, this is my first aquarium true newbie , my name is Rui and come from Toronto i really need all the help i can get

my next step is getting dry rock and landscaping

I have one to. Love it! I opted to not use the included light although it's really not a bad light..

 

[Tarantula424]

Welcome, and looking forward to you getting your feet wet in this hobby. Starting with a nano tank has its own difficulties so my best advice is to have patience. You've already taken one of the best steps you could by finding this resource.

 

[lil sumpin]

yes for now, not in a rush, and u dont need light for cycling will upgrade later

This is a great ethic to keep along the way as well as frequently monitoring your parameters and water quality, with less water volume a lot can happen real fast. I would recommend adding a few pounds of mature live rock or rubble to your aquascape once you've cycled, it will bolster the tank's biodiversity. Starting with a nano is really testing and rewarding at the same time. It'll definitely keep you on your toes for a little bit! Good luck, we're glad to have you on the salty side. Welcome to R2R!

 

[Maxctrl88]

Updates:

Aquascape 2024/4/10 MIX Of Marco Polo Dry Rock(LEFT) with STACKX(Right)
after that 5 days dry rock in bleach
+ 5 days dry
Total of 3.8 KG of dry rock will be enough ? for a par of clownfish ?

Start the cycling 2024/4/27
boost with Dr.tim one and only bacteria + dr. Tim ammonia
salinity 1.026
day 2 chart:
ph: 8.0
nh3 2.0ppm
no2 0ppm
no3 0ppm

more updates very soon

 

[Maxctrl88]

Updates:

Min of sand: fiji sand around 5lb + CaribSea Arag-Alive Natural Reef Aquarium Gravel, 16 lbs., Tan

Chamber 1 have:
Chemy Pure Elite 184g
Biohome Aquarium Marine: 119G

Chamber 2 have:
Bio Max 110g
Matrix 126g
Marine Pure Gems 90g

Fleece mate and skimmer soon (after cycling)

Chamer 3 have:
Return Pump AI AXIS 20
heater with cover Fluval m 50 really think i going to switch for a compact hygger heater TBD
uv TBD
filter Media TBD maybe Bio balls

 

[Maxctrl88]

 

[Maxctrl88]

Update: 2024/4/30 Cycling Day 4

 

[Brandon3000]

Looking forward to seeing the progress on this. I've always had a soft spot for smaller reef tank setups.

 

[ChickReef]

I love stealing ideas lol Evo owner here too. My tank is a dumpster fire.

 

[Maxctrl88]

Add Automatic Fleece Filter roller and nano skimmer

 

[liamkrenz]

Hello all reefers, this is my first aquarium true newbie , my name is Rui and come from Toronto i really need all the help i can get

my next step is getting dry rock and Aquascaping

I have one, it is a really fun and has many upgrades that you can do. You will most likely need a better light, I have a ai 16 hd prime that will be perfect for that tank

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Following along!

 

[kevgib67]

Looks great, came along quickly!

 

[Maxctrl88]

updates: still cycling
removed nano skimmer
add sponge
changed thermostate fluval m50 to hygger compact 100w
add auto top off system bottle
first water change 3gallons

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