PSXerholic's 210 New Reef build

[Psxerholic]

No work done, too bad, spend the time at the dentist.
Try to continue tomorrow to get the other post done.
I want to start the molding.

If anyone has ideas what the best way is to apply the gloss later to get a really really smooth finish, please throw out any ideas.

I do have a tent made out of plastic foil in mind so I can spray the gloss, but would like feedback from others, what has better results.
Spraying, brush or roll etc.

 

[Psxerholic]

Both posts attached. Following up now with details on the posts to be ready for molding preparation.

 

[Psxerholic]

 

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[koala]

Hello Psxerholic,

Sorry for the delay!
I used a product called Ceresit CM25 (is a kind of cement).
Here you will find product details: http://www.ceresit.com/CM-25-Glass-mosaic-and-glass-tile-adhesive.17990.0.html

 

[Twin Reefs]

Following.

This post reminds me of my current build. Here is the link if you are interested:

http://fragroup.org/showthread.php?1365-Simon-s-120-Gallon-DIY-Stand-amp-Tank-Build

I'm still trying to get ideas to finish off my tank. Look forward to seeing more of your build.

 

[MontyRay]

Following.

About to launch my own 210 build in the next few months. I am up north of you in Montgomery/Lake Conroe. :wavehand:

 

[steiny805]

Great build! What program did you use to create your 3D model?

 

[Kannon50]

Sweet Build! I too am located in Houston, and just started the planning on my 210. I cant wait to see your plumbing.

 

[Psxerholic]

Some more pictures of the next stage, the rolling Skirt.

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[Psxerholic]

Installing and removal of the blocks that need to get between in really tight to avoid any gaps.

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This is how to adjust the Kreg screw tool for the correct depth.

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Then glue the blocks with another support block to avoid any damages.

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Cleaning up the corners, a towel and a sharp pen does a really good job.

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[Psxerholic]

Results are pretty nice and clean.

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And the same on the bottom.

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Close up

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[Psxerholic]

As soon the Glue is dry, I will continue the sanding on the front.

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Here a close up of the sanded front.
Sooooo snoooth. Done with a sanding mouse only and 180 paper.

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[Psxerholic]

Now I'm working on the upper trim.

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With a few helping pieces to support, you can get shorten even the already short pieces.
Precision and the right 90 deg angle is important for the visual perfection later!!!!

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There you go....
clean nice look.
So far done.
The next step is to complete the bottom trim.
That is going to be difficult since the stand will be on the floor, when the skirt shall roll on the carpet.
The plan is to bring the skirt inside and mark the height of the precutted trim pieces onto the skirt.

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[Psxerholic]

Great build! What program did you use to create your 3D model?

I'm using Sketchup (free version).

Happy Reefing,
PSX

 

[Psxerholic]

Great build! What program did you use to create your 3D model?

Following.

This post reminds me of my current build. Here is the link if you are interested:

http://fragroup.org/showthread.php?1365-Simon-s-120-Gallon-DIY-Stand-amp-Tank-Build

I'm still trying to get ideas to finish off my tank. Look forward to seeing more of your build.

Yeah, we started the same way, lol.
From now on I will deviate from the "normal" DIY stand design and will continue as planned a lil bit different.

Great built, btw.

PSX

 

[Psxerholic]

Sweet Build! I too am located in Houston, and just started the planning on my 210. I cant wait to see your plumbing.

THX, I'm back on track now with making postings daily.
Plan on plumbing will be iteresting for you.
Also I do have high expectations of my special refugium that I have in mind.

PSX

 

[Psxerholic]

Puuuh...
all the bottom trim pieces have been pre-cutted.
Now I need to get the skirt inside on top of the carpet, in order to mark the height, when the Skirt with the wheels is sitting on carpet.

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All right, supportet the skirt with a long piece of wood.
Now I'm going to do the same thing again inside and mark all pieces.

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[Psxerholic]

In the meantime I also started purchasing some parts for plumbing after I did the pressure loss calculation and the resulting pipe and pump sizing.

Here some parts I bought.
Not sure if I'm gonna use the flex hose for installation and plumbing at this point.
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Piping and Pumps:

2x MAG 9.5 - 1358GPH/5140LPH (redundant arrangement in case a pump fails)

Tank recirc rate - 6.5 x

Refugium recirc rate - 27 x

Pump to tank 2x - ea. 1"

Durso 2x- max. Durso all. 3800GPH
Overflow 2x - max. 2000GPH

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[Psxerholic]

Back in the garage, I started to install the bottom trim.
Started with the middle section.
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Supporting with an angled piece made of scap wood.
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Using plenty of glue
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Small Holes for screwing the supporting wood from the inside.
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Nice and tight!!
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