REEF-n-Chicago
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Which is why it is perfect for a frag tank 
J/K
J/K
Garden Tub Aquarium!
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emissary43
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you are in college you should contemplate this issue with great care... you must find an alternative group bathing site
also you could use a toilet as a frag tank. PC flood light and a little egg crate and you are there. Also you can do really easy water changes
The0wn4g3
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I have a 65 gallon already. I'm bringing it down Saturday. i was going to use the tub as a temporary holding container while I re-plumb everything, and then I figured why not just use it as a frag set-up!
WOAH, 7?! dang. that's crazy. So unbelievable it's gotta be true...
Yea, that thought came to mind... It's a tough choice. But, there is a pond just a short walk away. I'm sure we could work out something
No, what I find funny is the 1 hour wait for it to fill up... Who cares how big of a hot water heater you have, it'll be cold by the time it's full!
Then ya gotta wait 15mins for it to drain
WOAH, 7?! dang. that's crazy. So unbelievable it's gotta be true...
Yea, that thought came to mind... It's a tough choice. But, there is a pond just a short walk away. I'm sure we could work out something
No, what I find funny is the 1 hour wait for it to fill up... Who cares how big of a hot water heater you have, it'll be cold by the time it's full!
Then ya gotta wait 15mins for it to drain
BeanAnimal
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Yup... like I said, I have never seen a usable garden tub in a mobile home
The0wn4g3
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That's what I'm going for!<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=13309129#post13309129 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by MeuserReef
If I were going to use a garden tub as a tank, I would make a super-fund-my-college-degree frag setup that would supply the whole galaxy with frags.
The0wn4g3
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So I thought it's about time for an update. Everything's moved and settling in now. A lot of my frags are quiet irritated, but hopefully they'll start opening up in the next few days.
Now I need to think of a way to mount my T5's so I can get a relatively even spread over the tub, and still be able to have elbow room in the tank. You guys have any ideas?
Now I need to think of a way to mount my T5's so I can get a relatively even spread over the tub, and still be able to have elbow room in the tank. You guys have any ideas?
REEF-n-Chicago
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I cant believe you actually did it> props to you for it!
Keep us updated
Keep us updated
The0wn4g3
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Hahaha. Yea, I actually went through with it. It was funny after unloading all the livestock into the tub, my mom and roommate looked at it and said "Why don't you just leave it in here? That actually looks pretty cool."
I've got a lot of ideas on the drawing board.
Obviously, the lights need to be worked on. I'm thinking of taking them out of the canopy and building a small acrylic enclosure. Then I can hang it or build a cantilever type structure off the wall, maybe with a pulley system so I can pull them up when I need to work on the tank. I'm looking to get more opinions on this.
Right now the RO/DI unit is installed under the sink just to the left of the tub. There's only a thin board separating the tub from under the sink, so I'd like to set-up an ATO directly into the tank (uh, I mean tub...)
Also, the panels surrounding the tub look to be pretty easily removed. I'm thinking it might be possible to remove them and set-up a sump behind the tub. Then I can replace the panels (but not secure them) so the filtration will still be hidden but accessible.
And finally, just for aesthetics, I need to trim the plastic liner and straighten it. I should be able to stretch it under the molding around the tub and make it look much better.
Oh yea, what's the best wood sealant to use to protect against the saltwater? My dad mentioned that CWF deck sealant is good. What do you guys think?
I've got a lot of ideas on the drawing board.
Obviously, the lights need to be worked on. I'm thinking of taking them out of the canopy and building a small acrylic enclosure. Then I can hang it or build a cantilever type structure off the wall, maybe with a pulley system so I can pull them up when I need to work on the tank. I'm looking to get more opinions on this.
Right now the RO/DI unit is installed under the sink just to the left of the tub. There's only a thin board separating the tub from under the sink, so I'd like to set-up an ATO directly into the tank (uh, I mean tub...)
Also, the panels surrounding the tub look to be pretty easily removed. I'm thinking it might be possible to remove them and set-up a sump behind the tub. Then I can replace the panels (but not secure them) so the filtration will still be hidden but accessible.
And finally, just for aesthetics, I need to trim the plastic liner and straighten it. I should be able to stretch it under the molding around the tub and make it look much better.
Oh yea, what's the best wood sealant to use to protect against the saltwater? My dad mentioned that CWF deck sealant is good. What do you guys think?
MSU Fan
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I think that you're going to have issues getting even spread across the tank with T5s without diluting the par from them. Perhaps a light mover of sorts? That spins the T5 fixture? High par in the center, with lower par levels as you move toward the outside? Able to be paused at the push of a button for easy(ier) access to the tank without getting smacked in the head? Do it!!!
TheOtherReefer
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You could bathe with your corals.......throw some cleaner shrimp in there and you won't have to buy soap. More $ for corals and equipment. I like your style, lol....
Rhodophyta
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My guess is the lights will destroy the clear plastic liner quickly. I would at least shade any exposed parts you can and hope the water protects the liner at the bottom.
