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Thanks everyone for the input!

Ive been out of this hobby for so long- Actinic PowerCompact lights were all the rage! I’m more so looking for advice on wattage/brands/models for this size tank and then I can research/hunt for a deal that way. Kessil makes multiple models, is there one more suited for this tank?

Currently have a RS Max 170. It’s got a Gen 1 Nicrew 100 watt light. It works, corals seem happy, growth is ok… but colors don’t seem to “pop”. What would be a good light upgrade for a tank this size?

Would this be too intense for my RS 170? (Currently have a Nicrew 100watt) Basic SPS/LPS/fish

Where’s the best place to get live Copepods/phyto? I’ve been ordering them on eBay and I feel like it’s hit-miss.

In preparation of adding a Dragonet, I decided to try and boost my copepod population. Here’s what I’m doing: 1 gallon jug with air pump, added pods and periodically feed phyto Are all of those little white specs copepods?? If I sit and stare, I can see some larger ones swimming in the jug...

Edited: pick up in Mountain View

Found an STL file online and printed one. Fits perfect!

Wow! That was quick! Day 2 as a member and it’s already paying off! I’ll wait a day and see if anyone’s got some, otherwise I’ll order them. Thanks again! Modified it already to mount the hyper reef horizontal bracket to it.

Recently set up a RedSea Max E170. I have the original bracket that screws to the tank for mounting the reefLED 90, but I’m missing the 2 screws. Anyone know where I could source them? Or know the thread pitch off hand? The bracket for the G1 hyper reef 100 is less than impressive, so I’m...

@tribbitt - we’ve taken the kids to the Monterey Bay aquarium and was actually just discussing with the wife to visit the Cal Academy of science. @Darkxerox - I’m Located in Brentwood. My favorite addition so far is the ATO with 5 gallons of RO down below! Once I get one of those phone...

Just want to introduce myself, Back from a 15+ year break from reef tanks. Now with young kids(4 and 2), I decided it was time to introduce them to the underwater world of reef keeping! A huge shout out to @ Susan Edwards for helping us get going with a Red Sea Max E-170. A good cleaning...