My 65 gallon reef tank

[nwrogers]

Well whatever you did, or are currently doing, it definitely is working! I think that's probably my favorite tank that I've seen around our area (though I am very fond of a mixed reef as opposed to all SPS).

Thanks! I really appreciate it!!

Nate were did you get that acrylic rod from? I used threaded Nylon rod but it wasn't as stiff as I wanted. I have a lot more rock work yet to do on my tank and could really use some of that acrylic rod. Thanks..

I got it from Binghamton Plate Glass...

http://maps.google.com/maps/place?r...ass&hnear=Binghamton&cid=16379959428161398471

 

[nwrogers]

Green Rasta Leather (from thepircs)

 

[reefscape15]

Pictures are amazing too Nate!

 

[dreaminmel]

Not sure how I missed this before but this 65g looks fantastic Nate! I love the mixed life and am very partial to gorgs, softies & LPS lately. An acro dominant tank definately becomes pretty demanding so going the mixed route seems to make things more easy going and enjoyable. Great job with it! :thumbsup:

 

[reefscape15]

Any new pics of the tank Nate? I haven't seen you post much lately so I hope things with the tank are still doing well.

 

[nwrogers]

Things are going well. Everything is growing nicely I have just been really busy with work, school, and everything else I haven't had much time to get the camera out. I will try to get a few shots here soon and get them posted...

 

[reefscape15]

Looking forward to it!

 

[Capt_Cully]

I'd love an update too Nate.

Are you still finding the demands of the system to be much less than that of your stony reef? With a new kid, 2 dogs, possible move to a new home, I'm having trouble keeping pace with my SPS tank.

I know initially you felt a ton of relief because this system is much less demanding and tempermental. Just wondering if you've had any issues, or if it's still easy street.

 

[Kent E]

Wow Nate, I love the new tank. Very well done.

 

[nwrogers]

Thanks Kent!

Cully, the new system is much less work and less stress too! It has been three months since a water change and everything still looks great :lol: Since the monetary value of the corals is lower I don't stress as much about parameters and other things. As long as everything looks good it is good. I have the system almost completely automated at this point after combining all of the equipment from all of my tanks so maintenance is minimal. It's funny too, I actually like the soft corals more now and I don't miss my SPS dominated tank at all. I enjoy my current tank as much or more than the old one...

 

[Capt_Cully]

Thats all I wanted to know buddy! How bout an updated pic...

 

[reefscape15]

yea where's the new pic?

 

[nwrogers]

Well I just cleaned the glass, something I haven't done in a few weeks. That's a start :lol: Once the corals open back up I will try to get a photo...

 

[fatrip]

 

[drbronx]

Nice!!!!

 

[Capt_Cully]

Jackpot!

 

[nwrogers]

Nice photo Vince! Thanks for taking that last night!! I will try to get a few more shots tonight with all of the lights on.

 

[Piazzon12]

nice! and nice photos! I really need a decent camera

 

[fatrip]

i can come take awsome picture for coral...lol...

 

[Neoz]

Nice picture Vince. I have a nice camera but have no idea how to get the nice shots.. :fun2:

What mode do you shoot them in? What are some of your settings? Do you use a Macro lens? I have a D40 and can't seem to get nothing close to your pics...