Looking at this from an instructors point of view; I teach environmental science at a Junior college I would increase the temperature to at least 70 degrees...
Temperatures found in your garage will not allow cellular respiration to perform correctly; in other words the cold water creates an...
Jesse,
Current USA does not place any fans in the 12 inch fixtures. The slot is there for a 2 inch fan but no wiring for it.
I want to call current and ask them if I do purchase the 2 inch fan from Marine depot, will I be able to connect it?
Chances are there isn't a wire but you could...
Jesse,
Why did you go that route instead of just getting the dual satellite? Would it have fit or not?
I've used those T-5 bulbs before in the past, they are great but only have a short life span, they will crap out in 2 or 3 months.
MG
I finally decided to go with the current usa 12 inch dual fixture. I went this route for many reasons but mainly because of the design. It's built like a tank, high quality metal and super clean look.
I took several pictures at different angles so you reefers can get an idea of the bulbs...
In my experience you need a large group of peppermints to do the job. I only purchased one large one and he never does anything to my aiptasia. I had to do joe's juice which wiped them out.
MG
The bi-color blenny will move around a lot in your tank much more than other fish. Nothing is exact to the clown, but the bi-color blenny once he warms up, will be something to watch hours on end.
MG