IM Pico 4g Reef Build

[Nano101]

I've had a IM nuvo 4 for over a year. Could never get anything right due to the low flow and sub-par stock lighting. I would like to make this an LPS/SPS pico. I modified the tank to use two pumps since I couldn't find a higher gph pump. I didn't want to use powerheads as they look so intrusive on tanks this size. I also added an auto aqua micro ATO. I am planning on ordering the Kessil A80 Tuna Blue to replace the stock light. If anyone has my other replacement light ideas, let me know please. The pics show my pump mods. The aquarium decor is temporary per my wife's love of finding dory. Once I have a proper light I'll frag coral from my other tank to fill the tank

 

[melypr1985]

I think you'll be happy with the A80. It's a good light and product.

 

[Nano101]

I think you'll be happy with the A80. It's a good light and product.

Thanks. It's hard to find something for a pico that isn't $250 that is just overkill. Looking forward to purchasing light.

 

[brett_schn]

Nano reef box?

 

[Nano101]

Nano reef box?

Not familiar with what that is

 

[brett_schn]

Not familiar with what that is

Correction nano box reef. It's a light. Or an ai prime hd

 

[Nano101]

I have an ai prime hd on my 14. Great light. Overkill for a 4g pico

 

[Nano101]

Not familiar with what that is

Looks like the nano box light is way more than I want to spend. $150 max with mounting. I looked at the aquamaxx light, but think the A80 is a better light IMO

 

[Nano101]

Is my two pump design as wacky as it sounds?

 

[brett_schn]

Looks like the nano box light is way more than I want to spend. $150 max with mounting. I looked at the aquamaxx light, but think the A80 is a better light IMO

Do u have a spectral controller on hand. That's another $100 if u want the Ramping and auto intensity. That's the only bad thing about the kessil

 

[brett_schn]

Looks like the nano box light is way more than I want to spend. $150 max with mounting. I looked at the aquamaxx light, but think the A80 is a better light IMO

Do u have a spectral controller on hand. That's another $100 if u want the Ramping and auto intensity. That's the only bad thing about the kessil

 

[brett_schn]

Sorry for the double post. Idk why that happened.

 

[Nano101]

Sorry for the double post. Idk why that happened.

I figured I'd start with a traditional timer and possible add the controller later on

 

[brett_schn]

I figured I'd start with a traditional timer and possible add the controller later on

Ok.

 

[Nano101]

Just ordered the A80!

 

[brett_schn]

Just ordered the A80!

Nice. I'm getting the ai prime hd with the non flex mount for $240 soon I hope.

 

[Nano101]

Nice. I'm getting the ai prime hd with the non flex mount for $240 soon I hope.

It's an amazing light. Have it on my 14g. favorite light I've ever used

 

[Nano101]

Had anyone with a small tank (under 8 gallons- mine is 4) had a problem with the Kessil A80 mini gooseneck being too long for your tank? If so, how did you correct the problem?

 

[brett_schn]

Had anyone with a small tank (under 8 gallons- mine is 4) had a problem with the Kessil A80 mini gooseneck being too long for your tank? If so, how did you correct the problem?

It's a gooseneck u can maneuver it however u want.

 

[Nano101]

Had a predominantly SPS/LPS in a small pico been done before? I've seen little on the subject. Would love some pointers, along with do's and don't's