My Project ★ GENESIS ★ 110G (Miracle) SPS Dream Tank - (I) Pre-Build Thread
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Wally.B
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Then use flicker.
Nice Artsy Work you did there. Hmm, some color sample for my Rec Floor. I like Oak, medium.
Bet you wonder how I did that.
THE DANGER OF your FIRST POST Attempt.
Yep, I did that with a friends table too, but more complex and nicer. His grandparents re-did their flooring and were throwing away wood flooring. he wanted to put a few strips on his table, but I decided to cut it all up into random sizes based on interesting knots in the wood or what have you -- It ended up looking like a giant jigsaw puzzle, we put black caulk between all the pieces of wood to help hold it together and darken it up a bit with contrast.
So I guess that's the extent of my building skill LOL. I mean, I think the table is kinda cool and all but not exactly a DIY guru haha
So I guess that's the extent of my building skill LOL. I mean, I think the table is kinda cool and all but not exactly a DIY guru haha
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My Next Move (Will be a Double Move) SUMPS OUT (Will speed everything up for Quality Sump Room Work)
So I decided waste some time to think Next Steps....and ran a new 110Volt wire for the future Electrical Sump Room Circuit. That helped me think about next steps.
Working in that Sump Room Build is tight.
Dust covers to prevent dust going into Sumps, and just no access to all walls (that I want to seal Water Tight this time)
And that can't be done in piece part for a Good SEAL.
So I'm going to move out BOTH SUMPS (Out of Sump Room).
The Far Kitchen TANK SUMP one ijust a swing around the Wall. Hoses are cord will reach No Problem. (DRAIN, LIFT, MOVE, FILL)
The Near Sump for the OLD 65 Gallon is a bit more work (with wires) from Apex.
But there is space right next to the tank.
If I achieve the DOUBE SUMP move, things so go much faster, and quality work too.
So I decided waste some time to think Next Steps....and ran a new 110Volt wire for the future Electrical Sump Room Circuit. That helped me think about next steps.
Working in that Sump Room Build is tight.
Dust covers to prevent dust going into Sumps, and just no access to all walls (that I want to seal Water Tight this time)
And that can't be done in piece part for a Good SEAL.
So I'm going to move out BOTH SUMPS (Out of Sump Room).
The Far Kitchen TANK SUMP one ijust a swing around the Wall. Hoses are cord will reach No Problem. (DRAIN, LIFT, MOVE, FILL)
The Near Sump for the OLD 65 Gallon is a bit more work (with wires) from Apex.
But there is space right next to the tank.
If I achieve the DOUBE SUMP move, things so go much faster, and quality work too.
Wally.B
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Very nice. I love anything wood with natural grain. Both came out really nice. Great work!!
I can tell you used the tape measure THINGY thing correctly to get all those pieces to fit.
reefmutt
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Holy smokes... I can’t keep up with this thread!!!
Your tank is looking great, Wally! Shiny and new.
I believe the reason why my Miracles tank leaked a year and a half after I got it was because they did not add bottom eurobracing. When they repaired it for free, I asked them to add it and they do at no extra charge.
Too bad you couldn’t do the orphek review. Very interesting light! One question- you touched on it briefly but wasn’t sure.. did you say that each light emitting area, under each lens is actually made up of different led chips like the Kessil design? This is very interesting. I always liked this concept for a well mixed light source.
We are totally snowed in here as well.. was +10 degrees and raining 24 hours ago and now it is 25 degrees colder and we have about a foot of snow on the ground. I’ll be spending the day shoveling!
Good luck Wally- this thread continues be entertaining AND enlightening!
Ps.. I’m on the side of just letting the rocks cook in a low light/nutrient environment. No crazy dosing..
Your tank is looking great, Wally! Shiny and new.
I believe the reason why my Miracles tank leaked a year and a half after I got it was because they did not add bottom eurobracing. When they repaired it for free, I asked them to add it and they do at no extra charge.
Too bad you couldn’t do the orphek review. Very interesting light! One question- you touched on it briefly but wasn’t sure.. did you say that each light emitting area, under each lens is actually made up of different led chips like the Kessil design? This is very interesting. I always liked this concept for a well mixed light source.
We are totally snowed in here as well.. was +10 degrees and raining 24 hours ago and now it is 25 degrees colder and we have about a foot of snow on the ground. I’ll be spending the day shoveling!
Good luck Wally- this thread continues be entertaining AND enlightening!
Ps.. I’m on the side of just letting the rocks cook in a low light/nutrient environment. No crazy dosing..
Wally.B
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Thanks Matt, and Welcome back. You've been a ghost, but I assumed busy or other higher priorities like shooting that Video you promised me.
Anyway, I will do the Orphek Trial again when the New Tank has Water and Rocks. I stumbled on the trial because the gateway that controls the fixture was reset (config) by previous person who borrowed it. I drove back to ReefShop and another one worked 100%. But without that Gataway the light wouldn't turn on. (It would Breathe Pulse from Low to High), which did give me an idea on it's Intensity (A Powerhouse for sure). I must try it.
As far as dosing old Tank. NOTHING AT ALL except.. Just the minimal amount of Vinegar (5ml daily) for a bit of bacteria Boost and I am not increasing this so I have to wean the tank off.
With the Vinegar, Snails, Hermits, and Emerald Crabs (Plus Low Light) the OLD tank is looking amazing (no corals). Rock will be in great condition a for when NEW tank arrives.
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TONS OF (Bristle Star Worms)
There is one thing with the OLD Tank (now Empty with only Fish and Rocks).
It's loaded with BRISTLE STAR WORMs.
I know they are good for your tank, and SHOULD BE HARMLESS.
But having all those tentacles waving out of every nook and cranny gives me the CREEPS. THEY ARE EVERYWHERE. All sizes. Largest would be 50cent piece, or a TWOONIE.
Maybe if tank was encrusted with SPS base, and other corals.... the Bristle Stars tentacles wouldn't be so noticeable.
Maybe I should eventually get a fish that would keep them under control.
There is one thing with the OLD Tank (now Empty with only Fish and Rocks).
It's loaded with BRISTLE STAR WORMs.
I know they are good for your tank, and SHOULD BE HARMLESS.
But having all those tentacles waving out of every nook and cranny gives me the CREEPS. THEY ARE EVERYWHERE. All sizes. Largest would be 50cent piece, or a TWOONIE.
Maybe if tank was encrusted with SPS base, and other corals.... the Bristle Stars tentacles wouldn't be so noticeable.
Maybe I should eventually get a fish that would keep them under control.
Wally.B
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PHOTO BREAK (Office and Sump Room Being Torn Apart)
Busy, busy, but while passing by Kitchen Tank I noticed the New Kitchen Tank Starfish is on the move. Whew!! Was worried I killed him.
I actually was worried I didn't acclimatize it long enough (2 hours), since for 2 days he never moved from the spot I dropped him on.
Got this photo near some Mushrooms
They are nice. Never had a starfish before (except a sand shifter).
The Store has other colors so maybe will get some later.
Busy, busy, but while passing by Kitchen Tank I noticed the New Kitchen Tank Starfish is on the move. Whew!! Was worried I killed him.
I actually was worried I didn't acclimatize it long enough (2 hours), since for 2 days he never moved from the spot I dropped him on.
Got this photo near some Mushrooms
They are nice. Never had a starfish before (except a sand shifter).
The Store has other colors so maybe will get some later.
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Wally.B
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The Impossible Desk Move (DONE)
After I cleared out and prepare the desk for moving out, I learned the Top part Can't be removed without TOTAL TAKE APART.
It's a ALL ONE PIECE (HEAVY with TOP ON) unit that I built in place 12 years ago. No reverse Instruction anymore
Lifting without back corner access was impossible. (Even with 2-3 people)
My son and I almost gave up, then we got an idea. (And it worked)
Putting a CAR Jack with a board to lift back corner, and slowly roll (Pivot) the desk out of way.
Not perfect, but at least I have access to the Exterior Sump Wall.
Will have to figure out a Complete move out later to do Flooring. But that's later.
After I cleared out and prepare the desk for moving out, I learned the Top part Can't be removed without TOTAL TAKE APART.
It's a ALL ONE PIECE (HEAVY with TOP ON) unit that I built in place 12 years ago. No reverse Instruction anymore
Lifting without back corner access was impossible. (Even with 2-3 people)
My son and I almost gave up, then we got an idea. (And it worked)
Putting a CAR Jack with a board to lift back corner, and slowly roll (Pivot) the desk out of way.
Not perfect, but at least I have access to the Exterior Sump Wall.
Will have to figure out a Complete move out later to do Flooring. But that's later.
Wally.B
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Progress Update (1 SUMP Moved Out - TOUGH WORK)
Quick 3 Photos, since I got 1 more SUMP to do (hoping tonight)
SETUP A Temporarily OFFICE (Short Term Hack)
Moved out Basement TANK SUMP (Hey FOUND the Skimmer tube I lost 4 years ago [Under SUMP] )
New Sump LOCATION [Sump Room now has one Wall Fully Accessible] )
I cleaned the sump since I had to Drain it for the move. (No time to tell the story, but move wasn't easy. Glad I opened up wall since it didn't fit the other way)
Not quite done, since I have to move the Apex Over (WIRES don't reach for Auto-Heaters, PH Probe, and Doser for Kitchen Sump)
BUT THIS BASEMENT SUMP is a Great Move (Since basically I am preparing everything to be ready for NEW TANK, and SUMP ROOM will be Totally OPEN for Build work).
Quick 3 Photos, since I got 1 more SUMP to do (hoping tonight)
SETUP A Temporarily OFFICE (Short Term Hack)
Moved out Basement TANK SUMP (Hey FOUND the Skimmer tube I lost 4 years ago [Under SUMP] )
New Sump LOCATION [Sump Room now has one Wall Fully Accessible] )
I cleaned the sump since I had to Drain it for the move. (No time to tell the story, but move wasn't easy. Glad I opened up wall since it didn't fit the other way)
Not quite done, since I have to move the Apex Over (WIRES don't reach for Auto-Heaters, PH Probe, and Doser for Kitchen Sump)
BUT THIS BASEMENT SUMP is a Great Move (Since basically I am preparing everything to be ready for NEW TANK, and SUMP ROOM will be Totally OPEN for Build work).
Wally.B
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BASEMENT SUMP (MOVE OUT - COMPLETE) Apex and All
It ain't pretty.........But it works.
Top Priority is SAFETY. (All wires secured and inspected TWICE)
I haven't had an accident so far....Till just now.
Nothing to do with (the direct move parts) Electrical, Tank System, Leak, etc
But my Mechanical Fresh Water Top-Up Valve got jammed (OPEN) when I swung over SUMP to new location.
SO BUCKET FILLEd UP and Kept filling till it leaked over top. I SAW WATER ON FLOOR spreading.....I thought it was Sump, or hoses leaking, but ALL OK NOW
It ain't pretty.........But it works.
Top Priority is SAFETY. (All wires secured and inspected TWICE)
I haven't had an accident so far....Till just now.
Nothing to do with (the direct move parts) Electrical, Tank System, Leak, etc
But my Mechanical Fresh Water Top-Up Valve got jammed (OPEN) when I swung over SUMP to new location.
SO BUCKET FILLEd UP and Kept filling till it leaked over top. I SAW WATER ON FLOOR spreading.....I thought it was Sump, or hoses leaking, but ALL OK NOW
Wally.B
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Surprising DISCOVERY (My DIY SUMP)
This shocked me when I noticed this TODAY during the Clean and Moved.
I bought my sump Aquarum over a decade ago. Just the Aquarium from a Reef Store.
Had it drill for my first Sump.
3 Years ago re-built the sump with the Baffles, Refuge, and Algae Scrubber.
I never noticed this ever before (TILL TODAY).
My NEW 110G Custom Built Aquarium is a Miracle Aquariums, and is the 55G DIY SUMP. (A 2:1 Volume Ratio)
Cool.
A true Miracle indeed.
More to come.
This shocked me when I noticed this TODAY during the Clean and Moved.
I bought my sump Aquarum over a decade ago. Just the Aquarium from a Reef Store.
Had it drill for my first Sump.
3 Years ago re-built the sump with the Baffles, Refuge, and Algae Scrubber.
I never noticed this ever before (TILL TODAY).
My NEW 110G Custom Built Aquarium is a Miracle Aquariums, and is the 55G DIY SUMP. (A 2:1 Volume Ratio)
Cool.
A true Miracle indeed.
More to come.
Wally.B
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Interesting Possibility (SUMP ROOM Expansion) *LAST CHANCE before walls go up*
After moving everything out to SUMP room (I started to appreciate the SPACE) or (Realized how tight thing were, and how much worse thing will get with Bigger Tank).
Then Looking at the SUMP outside, it hit me looking at the walls/ceiling.
That Ceiling box above is there due to BEAM and DUCT Work.
I choose the Sump room Wall (Years ago) due to that boundary.
Also to keep the Rec Room Rectangular.
But if I do what I show above (smaller vs large box) BLUE VS GREEN.
I could possibly make a closet into sump room, or better yet squeeze in my Kitchen sump SOMEHOW.
It would make the Back Wall of Rec-Room awkward looking but the Tank might fill things in to mitigate the Offset.
SO I TESTED THE IDEA with a MOCK UP (using some wood)
-> Bad Idea.
----> Not much space in SUmp Room expansion.
----> Looks weird to break up a smooth wall.
----> View of Tank from Couch in Rec Room Obstructed.
I need to build a STAND to hide that 2nd SUMP, or smaller Rubbermaid Bin.
After moving everything out to SUMP room (I started to appreciate the SPACE) or (Realized how tight thing were, and how much worse thing will get with Bigger Tank).
Then Looking at the SUMP outside, it hit me looking at the walls/ceiling.
That Ceiling box above is there due to BEAM and DUCT Work.
I choose the Sump room Wall (Years ago) due to that boundary.
Also to keep the Rec Room Rectangular.
But if I do what I show above (smaller vs large box) BLUE VS GREEN.
I could possibly make a closet into sump room, or better yet squeeze in my Kitchen sump SOMEHOW.
It would make the Back Wall of Rec-Room awkward looking but the Tank might fill things in to mitigate the Offset.
SO I TESTED THE IDEA with a MOCK UP (using some wood)
-> Bad Idea.
----> Not much space in SUmp Room expansion.
----> Looks weird to break up a smooth wall.
----> View of Tank from Couch in Rec Room Obstructed.
I need to build a STAND to hide that 2nd SUMP, or smaller Rubbermaid Bin.
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Wally.B
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It is looking like the Wild West in there!
Coming along though..
Wally- just one small comment.. having been married for over 20 years and in the hobby longer than that... (as is the case with you I think)..
Careful how much you creep into your wife’s life space....
Yes it's Wild West indeed. (If I took a photo of the other direction, it's way, way worse with everything possible shoved into limited space)
Yes married the same period of time. To wife and hobby.
Have no worries. She never comes down to basement at all.
1st floor rec-room with TV is hers, and kids. They like the fish tank there (Since they see from both Kithchen and Family Room).
Hoping this tank improves the Rec Room nobody uses other than me (even I don't use it except for odd movie)
Maybe that will be my biggest regret (they will like it...they will start using the room next to my office/MAN-CAVE).
This is mostly for my office, the other room is just there (but 3 kids entering teen years, so it might become handy)
And on that thought. I was always hoping I cut ISOLATE my office from the other room (Both privacy)
But with Corner tank, that possibility is out the window.
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