30 Gallon Shallow Cube Build

[cdunson82]

Ok I need some help. This is my frist time with Marco Rocks so I just want to make sure this is normal.

So my numbers are staying the same:
Ammonia: 0ppm
Nitrites: .5ppm
Nitrates: 80ppm
Temp: 79 degrees
SG: 1.025

Is there something I need to do or is this just the course it needs to run?

Thank you.

 

[roblshan2000]

I was thinking about picking up one of these tanks. How do you like it so far? Any updates? Also, could you give me the dimensions of the overflow? Was wondering how much space it takes away from the tank. Thanks

 

[brad908]

Can't wait to see more. Thinking of getting the same tank.

 

[Juanrmattos]

I really wanted to get this aquarium but in 57 Gallon (It is the Deep Blue Professional Edge Series right?), I just couldn't find it locally and the two online places are store pick up in NJ only...

I did locate the manufacturer's page and sent them a message to see how can it be ordered...

 

[brad908]

Surprising a lfs couldn't order it for you since deep blue seems to be the most common generic tanks at lfs

 

[REDDAWG43]

Actually there's a store in North Miami "Fish Collection" that can order it, and one in Pembroke Pines "All Pets" that can order it too.

 

[Juanrmattos]

Thanks REDDAWG, I drove a bit and was able to find one just like this one in stock in Kendall, ended up ordering the 60 Gallon (24 x 24 x 24), wich is twice as high.

This one is looking really good

 

[REDDAWG43]

In Kendall? Which store?

 

[Juanrmattos]

Is called Aquarium Depot at SW 88 Street and 117 Ave, they have the shallow tank in stock for about $ 600,00 with the stand and the plumbing. I'm heading over there to pick up mine today.

Sorry for abducting this thread...

Any updates?

 

[MX175]

The tank and stand go together very well!

 

[REDDAWG43]

Any updates with pics?
I would like to see the sump area, how did you set-up....

 

[knukles55]

this tank is excellent cant wait to see what sps combination your gonna go with

 

[Chaotic Reefer4u]

Very nice, thanks for sharing!

 

[knukles55]

I currently have DB's rimless 75g seriously considering getting this tank and using it as a grow out tank. You have it set up really nice cant wait to see future pictures of it.

 

[bdevillier]

nice looking tank and equipment list. i wish a LFS near me carried the deep blue tanks so i could see one in person. good luck with the build and look forward to seeing more

 

[cdunson82]

Man, haven't looked at this post in forever. Well my unit is being deployed to the middle east so ALOT has changed with this tank. My sister will be taking care of the tank while I am gone so I am trying to make it as easy on her as possible and probably going to just be a FOWLR tank until I get back. The equipment list has changed a little but overall I LOVE this tank. Let me know what you guys think:

Hardware -
Tank: Deep Blue RR 30 Gallon "Mini Frag" tank dimensions 24"x24"x12"
Stand: Deep Blue Stand
Controller: Neptune Apex Jr. Will be added in the next week or so
Light: AI SOL Super Blue in Black with controller
Powerhead: MP-10es
Media Reactor: Phosban 150
ATO: JBJ ATO w/ 5.5 gallon tank.
Sock Filter: Eshopps Sock filter and mount
Skimmer: SC-65
Return Pump: Rio 1700
Rocks: Marco Rocks

Livestock -
2 Clownfish
1 Flame Angel
1 Four Spot Butterfly
1 RBTA
1 Cleaner Shrimp

Now on to the pictures, let me know what you think

 

[MBIETZ]

Great looking tank

 

[premilove]

looking good. opinions on the skimmer?

 

[EWC88]

Looks great!

 

[reefscape15]

Very nice! I love the dimensions of those tanks and ur scape is awesome from top down! That would be the perfect tank for bta's