Build thread of the Monterey Marinland 265 84x24x30

[Biggar]

I will post pics and updates to this build. Hoping to have in done in a month or so.

I will be transferring all livestock from 125g into this one. The 125 will be for sale soon if anyone interested.

I was able to grab it for under 1700.00. 50% off on Black Friday. Only one left @ Allfish Emporium. :uzi: Dr. Fosters and Smith Sells it for 3999.00, so I cant complain.


The Arrival: Thanks Kyle, you were great help

The stance:

 

[Biggar]

Ordered a Reeflo Gold Super Dart Pump too. Nice flow for 165 watts
Will push 3000 GPH at 6 feet.
Specs:
Overall Dimensions 11 in. x 6.57 in. x 7 in. high.
Application Inline only, not submersible
Aquarium Type Fresh or saltwater
Maximum Flow Rate 4300 gph
Horse Power 1/8
Inlet/Outlet 2 in. inlet - 1 1/2 in. outlet
Max Head 12 ft.

Picking up a 75 gallon sump/refugium soon that I will drill and add baffles

 

[geoplane2]

Very nice ! :celeb3:

 

[Biggar]

Couple nice features

Couple nice features

Has 31 inches of height under the display

Perfect for a 21 inch high 75 gallon sump

Nice to have removable side panels too :beer:

 

[mrx66699]

Looks good.....nice choice on the pump I use two of them on my 300......do you have any pics of the current tank........let me know if you need any assistance Im right around the corner from you.....

 

[carlosngloria]

i noticed that the opening is at 28 in will 7 in of space be enough to get the skimmer and other stuff into the sump once its in place?

that is a nice setup

 

[Biggar]

The 125g

The 125g

Looks good.....nice choice on the pump I use two of them on my 300......do you have any pics of the current tank........let me know if you need any assistance Im right around the corner from you.....

Thankyou for offering help. I may need it.

Im in Jacaranda Lakes, where are you?

Here is pics of current setup that will be up for sale.
Blue Line pump
Reefoctopus skimmer
Wet dry- not sure of name or specs
Refugium- I believe its a sea life systems
Tank- standard 125 6 foot x1 8" footprint
Stand

 

[Biggar]

i noticed that the opening is at 28 in will 7 in of space be enough to get the skimmer and other stuff into the sump once its in place?

that is a nice setup

True... If I go with the Bubble Magus NAC9, I may need to put the skimmer in the sump before putting it under the display.
Specs:
Needlewheel cone protein skimmer

BM-NAC9
Capability : 1500L-2000L (395G-530G)
Pump:atman ph4000 (made in China)
Air intake : 1020L/H
Dimensions: 310×260×570mm( 12.2" * 10.2" * 22.4 ")
Water Level :9.5"-11"

 

[carlosngloria]

also remember you may need to remove items for servicing later on down the road as well.

 

[gasman059]

I would slow down a bit and perhaps research what you want and what you are trying to acomplish down the road.

Meaning a 265 can get pretty expensive if you don't get things done right from the get go.

Nice tank

 

[ed31210]

Nice setup good luck with the build. If your intereasted I have a old 75 aga I could sell you

 

[Biggar]

Nice setup good luck with the build. If your intereasted I have a old 75 aga I could sell you

Thanks Ed,
I just bought a 75 from craigslist today. :headwalls:

I will drill it and add baffles soon

I may buy the bit and drill it myself. Would rather have glass shop or experienced person do it though.

 

[mrx66699]

bring it over take about 10 min

 

[Biggar]

bring it over take about 10 min

Appreciate that, I will soon. Waiting for my pump 1st

 

[Biggar]

Sump Arrival

Sump Arrival

Was skeptical that some type of dragon reptile lived inside this tank, but it worked out.

No Leaks!

Testing the fit. Fit straight in the opening, no problem

Skimmer is 10.2 inches wide. Just might make it in. This could be a miracle :lolspin:

 

[Biggar]

Sump Design Rough Draft

Sump Design Rough Draft

Feel free to give your 2 cents on this draft.

Skimmer is designed to sit in about 10-11 inches of water.

 

[Crawfish00]

Your drain from your tank is dropping in the skimmer chamber?

 

[Biggar]

Your drain from your tank is dropping in the skimmer chamber?

Yes, into filter sock or two

 

[Biggar]

I need the water level constant, thats why I used the 1st chamber for the skimmer. Its not set in stone, just rough draft. Anyone have a better idea?

 

[Crawfish00]

Ok I'd build a separate chamber for the main drain.. Filter socks are ok I used to use them but no longer. Plus you can make the size smaller if you dont use them. I use rubble rock to break the splash and a longer pipe down in to the sump.. . Then the skimmer then the fuge area then return. Also I'd do a triple baffle before the return for a better bubble trap.and remove the triple baffle in the beginning. Use a single piece top to bottom with a 1"-1 1/2" gap at your water height.

What is your foot print for the skimmer?