Regarding the Vortech, I mailed the MP-20 in and they replaced it with a new pump. Hopefully my issues have been resolved with subsequent product improvements. Upon offering a replacement, I swung a deal for the new MP-10 and wet side. Having a spare wet side should help with making it through problems if they arise.

Still undecided what I will focus on with the cube. Right now, I'm going to move my existing stock in there and see where I want to go with it. Andy's been working on getting me to grow sticks in it.