120 build started!

[pascal32]

Onto the electric! The three panels are there to make mounting things easier. the tops both have 2 concrete anchors. I added one more anchor to the bottom of each to stop the panels from pulling away from the wall.

This "panel" has it's own GFI and is all 20 amp.

After that I took a swag at mounting up the RKE and some extra power strips.

Top of panel with power strips for the 20's along with the NET module for the RKE and wireless internet access

I tried to tidy up the wires which is more challenging than it sounds!

Bottom of the panel with PC4's for controlling the guts along with an SL1 for temperature and an extra switch module for inputs.

and the mother-ship:

 

[jaybfresh]

Looking nice... when I ran my dedicated breaker I was told putting the outlets inside the stand was not up to code since the stand is not a permanent fixture.

I cant tell you whether or not its actualls safe, but I ended up biting the bullet and putting in a standard wall outlet

 

[pascal32]

Looking nice... when I ran my dedicated breaker I was told putting the outlets inside the stand was not up to code since the stand is not a permanent fixture.

I cant tell you whether or not its actualls safe, but I ended up biting the bullet and putting in a standard wall outlet

not surprising. funny thing is that attaching them to the outside of the wall is probably to code since the conduit is armored.

can anyone confirm this? When I remodeled an entire house I had the code books, those went with the house as they gave me a headache.

 

[solRNY]

take a copper coat hanger and cut a straight piece as long as you need/want. on one end cut at an angle with a set of wire cutters. Intall the other end into your drill and you have a really long drill bit for free

just what i needed to know, great tip, thanks!

I talked them down to $1.50 a foot and loaded up the cart.

how the heck did you talk lowes to lowering the price!?? you must tell!
your spaflex runs looks great, is that stuff hard to work with?
did you used normal pvc glue for the joints?

Onto the electric!

very clean electrical work, liking all the new toys, especially the "mother-ship" :rollface:

thanks for showing so much detail, very much enjoyed seeing them

 

[pascal32]

how the heck did you talk lowes to lowering the price!?? you must tell!

I asked for a discounted price on an entire reel which they didn't have. They asked what lengths I needed which was two 30 foot - the slightly shorter was fine, however the second length was way too short without adding hard piping. I asked for a break on the price and they said sure

your spaflex runs looks great, is that stuff hard to work with?
did you used normal pvc glue for the joints?

yes, clear cleaner and all purpose cement.

Thanks for the compliments. first time doing a tank build so this is a learning experience!

 

[pascal32]

wow, full day and all i did was finalize the plumbing! sump is ready for water test at 9PM (2 hour dry time on glue). The pump mounted perfectly flush with the tank stacking three pieces of 2 by which meant another trip to the store for the appropriate width. Added a T for the refugium off the main drain. I have adjustability in the 20's drain, for now I have the main display and 20's draining next to each other in their own 1" pipe. Thinking of using one filter sock for both.

now to shower and watch TV till 9

 

[jaybfresh]

Spaflex is very helpful if you use the bends in your favor. Its felxible, but retains the shape from being on a spool. I didnt pay attention to that and ended up with some "creative" piping

 

[pascal32]

Spaflex is very helpful if you use the bends in your favor. Its felxible, but retains the shape from being on a spool. I didnt pay attention to that and ended up with some "creative" piping

LOL I did try to preserve the natural bend!

 

[pascal32]

Water test success! no leaks. Wahoo Reeflo sure moves some water!

water test with display turned off and without return pipes - shows how much water
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyclBhUji68

with return pipes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcRasiWQqz4

 

[dreaminmel]

Congrats on the leak free test! :beer: Getting closer...

 

[Haffs09]

Nice progress! It's coming along nicely!

One question for you...how is your bulkhead mounted from your sump to the return pump? From some of the pictures, it appears backwards from typical installation...the flange should be on the inside of the tank with the threaded end on the outside.

 

[pascal32]

Nice progress! It's coming along nicely!

One question for you...how is your bulkhead mounted from your sump to the return pump? From some of the pictures, it appears backwards from typical installation...the flange should be on the inside of the tank with the threaded end on the outside.

the bulkhead is backwards on purpose to keep the pump frm sticking out. I have been keeping an eye on it and it does not appear to be leaking.

Are you thinking I should flip it back to normal?

 

[Haffs09]

With it in its current orientation, you're not protected from water leaking through the threads. You might be able to cheat and use some teflon paste on the thread to help with my concern if you elect to keep it as is. Personally, I'd flip it.

 

[pascal32]

With it in its current orientation, you're not protected from water leaking through the threads. You might be able to cheat and use some teflon paste on the thread to help with my concern if you elect to keep it as is. Personally, I'd flip it.

It's easy enough to flip. This is the good that comes out of a water test! I'll flip it tomorrow and move the pump out.

 

[pascal32]

I just checked again and there is a drop of water on the outside of the bulkhead as you predicted. Not thinking I put the rubber washer on the inside of the tank which would allow water through the threads.

Hypothetically - if i were to put the rubber washer on the outside, what would the difference be from having the bulkhead in correctly (other than the obvious correct/incorrect!)?

 

[solRNY]

nice videos its very exciting see water flowing i like the frag tank plumbing design, gonna use some of your ideas

 

[pascal32]

nice videos its very exciting see water flowing i like the frag tank plumbing design, gonna use some of your ideas

don't use the backwards bulkhead idea

 

[Haffs09]

You might be able to sneak by with that. If you ever need to snug it up down the road, you'll get your hands wet

 

[pascal32]

stupid is stupid does. overtightened the bulkhead and cracked the tank. Need to go out and buy a new 40 gallon sump

 

[Haffs09]

Do you have a pic? Can you silicone a patch over it?