SPS propogation tank build

[GXPKY]

Well, this tank came from Craigslist for 100 bucks, been looking for something for quite some time and got lucky. Anywho, got a lot of work to do but not bad, gonna drill it and run a 4 bulb T5 setup with ATI bulbs. Dimensions are 48"x24"x12". Will update as I go!

 

[wez]

cool remember to keep the pics comming

 

[T-Boner]

Good start on your prop system I have the same exact set up tank size and a 4 bulb tek and all mine is tied into my main system here is a pic of it

Great size for a frag tank!

 

[GXPKY]

Finally got the tank up and running, here's a picture run through of the build.

40 gallon breeder sump, added 1/4 inch plexi baffles.

Drilling of the holes was a first for me, previous tanks have been pre drilled. Gotta love playdough!

Stand, with trim to hide the foam insulation.

Coated the bottom of the stand with fiberglass resin to keep in water, turning it into a 4 inch deep safety net against overflows, spills etc.

Stand drilled, as well as the foam in place.

I tried to keep the plumbing as short of a distance as possible, return, as well as the overflow piping.

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DIY Durso Pipe, didn't turn out too bad, cut the slots with a table saw in 1 1/4 inch pvc.

3/4 inch loc-line

Aquarium finally filled up!

And finally today, the doors on the stand, and got about 40-50 pounds of live rock in the system, as well as a good sized wad of chaeto in the fuge.

 

[SPSEMPIRE]

Nice find!

 

[GXPKY]

Thanks, really liking the setup so far!