(First Reef Tank Ever) **** 600gal Display **** 1300gal System

[melev]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10508060#post10508060 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by kamico
ok, idoit question of the day folks! what is a "fuge" and what is it used for? and last stupid question, how do you mix the salt with the continious water change stump? if its coming from the RO? what does "BB" stand for?

We use a lot of acronyms in this hobby when typing online.

BB - bare bottom, as in no sand
fuge - a refugium, a section that allows pods of all kinds to breed with no predation that would consume them.

More here:
http://reefcentral.com/modules.php?s=&name=Encyclopedia&op=terms&eid=2&ltr=all

 

[pcostanzo]

Bart, I never get tired of looking at those pictures. They absolutely kill me. I started my plumbing today after seeing those again.

 

[kamico]

Thanks soooo much thats exactly what i needed!

 

[jnarowe]

I love it when someone else makes me look sane.

 

[new_world_disor]

that hurts my head !!! gd work mate !! impressive

 

[erics3000]

Bart.....No exspense sparred Bart ...an absolute dream project...Incredible setup..I cant wait to see your tank in 1 year....Keep posting..

 

[new_world_disor]

well. im preety new to marine tanks. and ive had a look on about 20 different forums from around the world. and i have to say. this has impressed me the most. its AMAZING. everything is so clean and neatly done. dread to think of the cost... i was happy just upgrading to a 36gallon tank haha. i hope to get sumthing similar to ur set-up in 2 years when i open my own hotel/sports b&b thing. all i can say is WELL DONE. amazing !!

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[NexDog]

Okay, saved the pics for when I have a spare week to study.

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10507814#post10507814 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by tanya72806
lol thats just insane

:dance: :lmao:

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10507984#post10507984 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by melev
I was just thinking it was pretty impressive for a guy that never ran a reef tank before.

What do the three pipes flowing down into the middle of the sump do? And is that a drip tray area, or just a sponge to stop microbubbles?

all those lonely nights working till 5am all by myself. i do sit back and think about all the time i glue every little pc of fitting, cut to fit pvc and etc. how i managed to get this far. oh don't forget Marc that this is my first display ever, i have never even owned a 5gal freshwater tank before in my life. the pic you see here without the cabinets was taken few months ago, not a recent pic. 2 1.5" are overflows from main display and 1 1.5" in the rear is from frag display. yes thats drip tray area which will be modified soon to hold filter material and foam pads came from manufacture but i will not be using them. baffles will be built very soon to stop microbubbles issues.

i will make this very clear to all that is viewing my thread. MY FIRST REEF TANK EVER. there i said it whew....:lol: i know what i did is crazy, but if you ask around for help, study on numerous website, threads all through the night. this will be become a reality. i think the easy part is over for me and now entering the hardest part of reef keeping, making sure all livestock are in great condition, learning the entire ecosystem and maintaining water parameters at all times. IMO this is the most challenged part of any reef keeping.

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10509204#post10509204 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jnarowe
I love it when someone else makes me look sane.

how are you able to read this while being retarded at the same time :lol: ? J/K to all except for Jonathan

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10510265#post10510265 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by erics3000
Bart.....No exspense sparred Bart ...an absolute dream project...Incredible setup..I cant wait to see your tank in 1 year....Keep posting..

thanks, :lol: FEMA is still handing out checks til this day :lol: i will see you in a year and dont forget to bring :beer: .

 

[chris wright]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10505225#post10505225 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mrcrab
Must be time for a VB! :beer: Your shout.

:lol: I think I've even got as few in the fridge. I've enjoyed a few whilst reading through this thread

Might just be time for another

Cheers

Chris

 

[AJT]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10509204#post10509204 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jnarowe
I love it when someone else makes me look sane.

I was thinking the same thing!

Nice Set UP

 

[ReefingBuddha]

I want one... congrats bart... great setup, inspiring.

 

[jnarowe]

See the thing is Bart, when I look around my tank room, I can't remember building any of it. I know I did it, and I know everyone around me thought I was nuts. But I did it to get control of my brain back. The whole process helped me in dealing with dexterity, reading, logic, risk, driving, math....etc. And I seriously don't remember any of it. That's why I like to go back and look at pics of the construction process.

 

[psusocr]

no offense but how much do you think you pay in elctric and water a month if you dont mind me asking?

 

[psusocr]

no offense but how much do you think you pay in elctric and water a month if you dont mind me asking?

 

[cbui2]

no problem, monthly electric bills is less then $350, water for month $40

 

[mcrist]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10516316#post10516316 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by cbui2
no problem, monthly electric bills is less then $350, water for month $40

My water bill is about the same but I start to cry when my electric bill is over $200.