Dustin1300
Reefaholic
I'm hoping it's a fairly simple process. I know it'll be a good one week project but want it to be as perfect as possible.
A Reefaholic's 1000+ Gallon Mixed Reef System Build
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I'm hoping it's a fairly simple process. I know it'll be a good one week project but want it to be as perfect as possible.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
My advice is don't tip it. Keep it parallel or you will learn my fate. Trust me.
ReefKeeper64
Wanna be a reefkeeper
I have the aquariumplants regulator and the electronic valve control is Exact!. It really stays exactly where you set it and is very easy to adjust with confidence. Traditional needle valves are known to vary their flow over time and this one doesn't vary at all. The company makes a point of mentioning that they have a patent on the electronic valve technology and boast that no one else can sell it (currently). It was well worth the few extra bucks it cost IMO.
Wayne, glad to hear you are getting one too! You will dig it.
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
OK, OK, stop twisting my arm
I've read several reviews and seems to be the best option. I'll add it to my list of things to buy and to add to the above, I'm picking up a Milwaukee PH controller this weekend from local club member. After my Apex fried on me while at MACNA trying to stay away from a single point of failure on my system. I'd like to know the PH from a web interface but having the nice regulator and separate PH controller should help keep things safe.
I've read several reviews and seems to be the best option. I'll add it to my list of things to buy and to add to the above, I'm picking up a Milwaukee PH controller this weekend from local club member. After my Apex fried on me while at MACNA trying to stay away from a single point of failure on my system. I'd like to know the PH from a web interface but having the nice regulator and separate PH controller should help keep things safe.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
We are just looking out for a brotha.
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
Can you explain?
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
Electrical ~ CHECK
Electrical ~ CHECK
Electrical is wrapped up this morning. Have a little tidying up of wires but now have the following:
- 100 Sub-Panel
- 7 Circuits
- 8 GFI Outlets (16 GFI Plugins)
- 22 Regular Outlets (44 Regular Plugins)
Embarassed to show these but GOOD BYE extension cords!
Above DT for lighting (Same above frag tank but two boxes):
First panel I've ever wired:spin3:
7 Circuits for reef. If I need to add any I've got room for 13 more and will soon be getting home theater in basement as that's the next project once tank is done...
Let's close the door on this one....
Hippo I picked up from someone locally from our club that had outgrown 75. Three years in a healthy tank from trusted reefer so I did not QT him. He decided to jump right in cave with Kole Tang so I added rock/shelter for him to have his own place of refuge.
Electrical ~ CHECK
Electrical is wrapped up this morning. Have a little tidying up of wires but now have the following:
- 100 Sub-Panel
- 7 Circuits
- 8 GFI Outlets (16 GFI Plugins)
- 22 Regular Outlets (44 Regular Plugins)
Embarassed to show these but GOOD BYE extension cords!
Above DT for lighting (Same above frag tank but two boxes):
First panel I've ever wired:spin3:
7 Circuits for reef. If I need to add any I've got room for 13 more and will soon be getting home theater in basement as that's the next project once tank is done...
Let's close the door on this one....
Hippo I picked up from someone locally from our club that had outgrown 75. Three years in a healthy tank from trusted reefer so I did not QT him. He decided to jump right in cave with Kole Tang so I added rock/shelter for him to have his own place of refuge.
david00061
New member
Hippo I picked up from someone locally from our club that had outgrown 75. Three years in a healthy tank from trusted reefer so I did not QT him. He decided to jump right in cave with Kole Tang so I added rock/shelter for him to have his own place of refuge.
My hippo's took a liking to Zoa's once they hit 4"
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
I'm planning on building a trap to train fish to eat out of regularly. Should they become problem trap door comes down!
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Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
It places little half circles in the acrylic so it's important to keep the pads parallel to the surface. You don't want a $1200 repair bill for fixing the scratches.
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Dustin1300
Reefaholic
Gotcha. That's why I'm going to practice on sump/frag tank!
I'm scared to touch the tank!
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
Time for an update I guess so I don't look like I'm doing NOTHING.
First off got a Milwaukee PH Controller for the calcium reactor this weekend and a load of calibration fluids:
Next on the project list was re-enforcing the acrylic so I cannot be paranoid about any leaks! I ordered some 1" thick acrylic and am using 1"x2" bars along the front/sides/back to give the seams additional support/strength for longevity. Maybe overkill, maybe paranoia, but $100 in acrylic is worth not having a pin-sized hole start leaking one day!
Pieces cut and ready. Some sanding to flatten the surfaces, wipe down with alcohol, and then some weld on to secure in place.
Long shot along front:
Sides/Front done:
That's it for tonight. I've got a headache from being in the 600 gallon cube with weld on fumes. I'll likely wrap up back side tomorrow night and then Friday I'll put a coat of Weldon #16 on all of it to add that extra bead of protection along the cracks.
First off got a Milwaukee PH Controller for the calcium reactor this weekend and a load of calibration fluids:
Next on the project list was re-enforcing the acrylic so I cannot be paranoid about any leaks! I ordered some 1" thick acrylic and am using 1"x2" bars along the front/sides/back to give the seams additional support/strength for longevity. Maybe overkill, maybe paranoia, but $100 in acrylic is worth not having a pin-sized hole start leaking one day!
Pieces cut and ready. Some sanding to flatten the surfaces, wipe down with alcohol, and then some weld on to secure in place.
Long shot along front:
Sides/Front done:
That's it for tonight. I've got a headache from being in the 600 gallon cube with weld on fumes. I'll likely wrap up back side tomorrow night and then Friday I'll put a coat of Weldon #16 on all of it to add that extra bead of protection along the cracks.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Great job sir. Well done.
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
Thanks. Next project of buffing scares me but I'll get it done. Worse comes to worse, I've got a $1200 repair for acrylic, right?:headwalls:
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
Yea dude did a great job on the tank. Even hand buffed the tank. But I don't want you having the same fate I did.
Floyd R Turbo
Either busy or sleeping
Dustin, why were you worried about the bottom seams? I don't remember reading anything in this thread about there being damage to them. Isn't this a brand new tank (never seen water)?
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
Correct, it's "new" but been moved around a few times and had a couple water tests. I found a place that was of concern and is why I did this. I'll try to snap a picture later but with a 1"X2" slab all the way around just makes me feel better.
Newbie Aquarist
Reefing is my middle name
You could always practice on the bottom of the tank to remove scratches before you try to do the sides. There is an option.
Dustin1300
Reefaholic
I'll be doing the frag tank first. Hopefully can do some of it over the holiday weekend between family gatherings.
