New 85g Rimless Tank Journal

[jmc1974]

Haven't seen an SWC in a while; used to have one in my 90, same model/size. I remember being happy with it and having no issues. IIRC there was some stuff with the company that made a lot of people unhappy but the skimmer should serve you well.

I really hope so, I've seen several reviews and they always give a thumbs up this model.

 

[jmc1974]

today i got busy painting... I painted the back of the tank "BLACK" and currently painting the equipment cabinet for electronics. (pictures coming soon)

in the mean time here is the tank view so far

 

[hhaase]

What did you use for paint? I had plasti-dip on my 10 gal before it leaked out, and really liked the look. Nice to see alternate colors compared to the good ‘ole blue. The blue still looks good to me but I do like the black too.

-Hans

 

[jmc1974]

What did you use for paint? I had plasti-dip on my 10 gal before it leaked out, and really liked the look. Nice to see alternate colors compared to the good "˜ole blue. The blue still looks good to me but I do like the black too.

-Hans

I used just basic BLACK Acrylic paint, applied it with a fine sponge roller... applied about 4 coats. it turned ok I think :fish1:

 

[jmc1974]

continuing with the build...

after few days waiting for parts, I have resumed the build.


a Yoga Mat?

 

[jmc1974]

the stand without doors?

 

[jmc1974]

Bulkheads are in

 

[jmc1974]

a bit more updates

sump area now with pad

 

[jmc1974]

whole view

 

[jmc1974]

then I began to plumb the system...

 

[jmc1974]

the drains...

 

[jmc1974]

few more...

 

[jmc1974]

added the filter bag

 

[jmc1974]

added my motion sensing LED lights

 

[jmc1974]

 

[jmc1974]

heaters added in sump

 

[jmc1974]

Light in action, when the doors are open or motion is detected

https://photos.app.goo.gl/4NM5ASoTmWvH17vo8

 

[jmc1974]

Happy New Year to everyone, so here is a bit of a continuation of the build, I have not taken much pictures as I progress...

in this picture I have installed the UV Sterilizer

 

[jmc1974]

I have made my dosing containers... just need to clean one more

 

[jmc1974]

my new drip line holders from BRS Supply