drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 I bought a Tunze Stream 6100 for my 75g along with a single controller. The Tunze goes along with my dart on a closed loop and my mag 9.5 which gives me about 94 X turnover rate. I was worried it would be too much for my little four foot tank. I have also used some SEIO's and Maxijets in the past but this thing is about 100 times better. After just a few days up and running, things look awesome. NO detritus collecting along the bottom and the fish are loving it. NO dead spots for stuff to rot and collect. Not to mention the controllability. I highly recommend. Just thought I would share for anyone considering a Tunze purchase. (clap) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCR Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 how about some pic's. Flow using bubbles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H20cooled Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 They are great pumps, I have 2 of those in my 130 tank and I love them. I'm still trying to find the best placement for them though. Did you get that manual from Roger on RC? I need to get a copy mine never came with a manual... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly guy Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Sweet!!!.. You need to take an air hose to stick in front of it and make us all a little flow video. That a BB tank i assume?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Author Share Posted October 19, 2006 ask and you shall recieve. PS. Turn down your volume. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Author Share Posted October 19, 2006 ....and another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Author Share Posted October 19, 2006 BB tank, 75 gallon with a Pacific Coast recirculating skimmer and dual 250w DE 14K Phoenix bulbs. My tank has really gotten a lot better looking in the last six months or so. Hopefully the Tunze will continue its progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Popeil Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 you did good kid. real good. love that flow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCR Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Very nice..Looks like another thing for my list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Author Share Posted October 19, 2006 Now that I have this I am pondering a wavebox. DOH! Its so cool I cant stop playing with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCR Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 I don't think a wave box will work on your tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Author Share Posted October 19, 2006 It will work just not as well as on a longer tank. Part of the reason why i just went with the stream. Maybe a vortec with a controller? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCR Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 I'm not sure about a vortex. My thinking is, isn't your tank a RR without Euro bracing,? wouldn't you have to lower the water level/ Would the overflow still function as well? Just asking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly guy Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 I'm not sure about a vortex. My thinking is' date=' isn't your tank a RR without Euro bracing,? wouldn't you have to lower the water level/ Would the overflow still function as well? Just asking[/quote'] no way i could use my OMs even the way i have it set up without eurobracing........... You could take care fo that on a glass tank with some pieces of glass and silicone and a little creativity though to deal with whatever your flow desires may be ; ).......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impur Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Thats pretty sweet Dan. Your tank is looking great! What pump do you use for your CL? Does the Tunze bounce off the wall at the other end and give it some nice chaotic flow down at that side? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 19, 2006 Author Share Posted October 19, 2006 Im using a dart for the CL. It basically blows behind my rocks to keep all the detritus from collecting under my rocks. The Tunze bounces off the wall and then comes all the way back to the pump. Basically creating a giant circle/wall of water. Its wonderful. (rock2) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowman Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 If you play with it too much won't it fall off? Nice set up Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mister crabs Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 no but you may go blind.....oh wait....we're talking about a tunze huh? nevermind....hehehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siskiou Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 I bought a Tunze Stream 6100 for my 75g along with a single controller. After just a few days up and running, things look awesome. NO detritus collecting along the bottom and the fish are loving it. NO dead spots for stuff to rot and collect. Not to mention the controllability. I highly recommend. Just thought I would share for anyone considering a Tunze purchase. (clap) I've been considering it, but the price is still holding me back. Do you run the tunze at full power, or dialed back? My 120G will have a shallow sand bed. Would I have trouble with a tunze? If I decided to get one, should I get a 6100 or a 6000? Is one on a contoller enough for a 4" tank for starters (with a couple of MJs in addition)? Does the single controller have the nightmode and food timer? How close to the tunze can you place the corals without running into trouble? -Susanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H20cooled Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 I've been considering it, but the price is still holding me back. Do you run the tunze at full power, or dialed back? My 120G will have a shallow sand bed. Would I have trouble with a tunze? If I decided to get one, should I get a 6100 or a 6000? Is one on a contoller enough for a 4" tank for starters (with a couple of MJs in addition)? Does the single controller have the nightmode and food timer? How close to the tunze can you place the corals without running into trouble? -Susanne Susanne, For you tank with the sand bed I would get a 6000, if you find later that it is just not enough flow you can replace the power module and it becomes a 6100. I have a 130g tank (basiclly a 120 but 2" taller) and I use 2 6100 on full power, they are pretty much my only circulation in this tank. I also do not have a sand bed otherwise it would be flying everywhere. If you have the money get 2 6000 and the 7095 controller, that controller does a lot more and will allow you room to grow. I would keep you corals atleast 12" from the output. The Tunze forums on Reefcentral.com has a LOT of good info and there are a lot of post from people with 120G tanks on there. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siskiou Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Thanks for the info, Rich! So, you can just replace the power module and get the stronger one (for a reasonable price?)? Two Tunzes plus the multi controller are definitely out of the picture unless someone wants to sell them at an awesome price used. But it seems they barely go cheaper than the new ones, even used. I'll definitely take a look at the RC Tunze forum! Did I see your name on one of the recent Tunze sales there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 21, 2006 Author Share Posted October 21, 2006 ya definitely get the 6000 if you have a sand bed. These things throw out a lot of flow. I dont have to worry about that running a BB tank. Two 6000's even on a single controller with the splitter cable would work and be a lot cheaper than buying the expensive 7095 controller. The single controller has a food timer and is capable of running night mode with the addition of a photo cell. Speaking of night mode, is there any evidence or reason to get the photo cell? I mean does it benefit the coral or fish in any way? PS. you gotta be quick on RC to get a TUnze. Also, its actually cheaper if I remember, to buy the 6000 and upgrade to the 6100. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siskiou Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Is $260 for the 6000 with single controller and magnet holder a good price for a used (1 year old)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H20cooled Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Yes thats a good deal. If you are patient and really not top of it you can find a whole setup for a good price. I got mine for under $600 and the kit new is over $800 so for a Tunze setup it was a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siskiou Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Thanks! Are Tunzes generally long lasting? And do they have good customer service even if something goes wrong after the first year? If I spring that much for a pump, it needs to be really reliable and long lasting!(plotting) And the single controller makes it possible "pulse" the pump to creat wave action, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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