SR-80 build
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so_tatted
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So it had been a while since I have posted an update, but here it goes:
The tank has been running well, but I have decided to make some changes. The biggest one is converting the tank to a bare bottom system. I decided this after reading a lot about it and seeing the main display tank at my main LFS do it. While I aesthetically like the black sand, I have started noticing that cleaning the sand bed every water change is becoming an annoying task. I have also started to like the appeal of having a B.B. tank for reducing the amount of water being used every water change. Currently I preform a 15 gallon WC every 2 weeks. I would like this to be this down to only a 10 or even 5 gallon change if possible, only removing excess detritus on the glass rather than sifting through sand all over the tank. In order to this, I have been SLOWLY removing sand every water change over the past month. I have removed about 40% of the sand so far, working from front to back. I have also created a small semi-Circle or rock work around my haddoni anemone to hold a small amount of sand around him. This seems to have worked so far and once the task is complete, this area will be the only place in the tank that will have sand left. I have tanked some updated shots of the tank. Hope your guys enjoy!
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The tank has been running well, but I have decided to make some changes. The biggest one is converting the tank to a bare bottom system. I decided this after reading a lot about it and seeing the main display tank at my main LFS do it. While I aesthetically like the black sand, I have started noticing that cleaning the sand bed every water change is becoming an annoying task. I have also started to like the appeal of having a B.B. tank for reducing the amount of water being used every water change. Currently I preform a 15 gallon WC every 2 weeks. I would like this to be this down to only a 10 or even 5 gallon change if possible, only removing excess detritus on the glass rather than sifting through sand all over the tank. In order to this, I have been SLOWLY removing sand every water change over the past month. I have removed about 40% of the sand so far, working from front to back. I have also created a small semi-Circle or rock work around my haddoni anemone to hold a small amount of sand around him. This seems to have worked so far and once the task is complete, this area will be the only place in the tank that will have sand left. I have tanked some updated shots of the tank. Hope your guys enjoy!
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so_tatted
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Also, all my pics have been taken with my IPhone. I am starting to look at DSLR cameras to take better pics (mainly macros). I am looking at Nikons specifically, but am open to any suggestions. I want something versatile but won't break the bank.
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so_tatted
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So almost 2 months later and I have another update:
My tank is running very well, I had a small gha outbreak after removing the last of the sand, but overall I think it has definitely had a positive effect. I have noticed that the corals have responded positively to the increase in flow and that I have been able to reduce the amount of water for water changes. I am now down to just 5 gallons every 2 weeks. I pretty much just siphon the bottom of the glass for any build up of detritus. I have also noticed that all of the detritus accumulates in the 2 rear corners of the tank. A water change now takes me less than 10 minutes. Additionally, the coralline has began to grow all over the bottom of the glass. The fish love he extra swimming room and caves created by removing the sand. I have also added a yellow tank and 2 pincushion urchins to the tank. Both of my gangs have show. No aggression towards each other and actually seem to like swimming with each other all day long. Here are some updated pics. I watched the video from Meleves Reef and picked up some good tips on taking photos with my IPhone. I think I still need some more practice, but they are definitely far better than the previous ones. Hope you all enjoy!
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My tank is running very well, I had a small gha outbreak after removing the last of the sand, but overall I think it has definitely had a positive effect. I have noticed that the corals have responded positively to the increase in flow and that I have been able to reduce the amount of water for water changes. I am now down to just 5 gallons every 2 weeks. I pretty much just siphon the bottom of the glass for any build up of detritus. I have also noticed that all of the detritus accumulates in the 2 rear corners of the tank. A water change now takes me less than 10 minutes. Additionally, the coralline has began to grow all over the bottom of the glass. The fish love he extra swimming room and caves created by removing the sand. I have also added a yellow tank and 2 pincushion urchins to the tank. Both of my gangs have show. No aggression towards each other and actually seem to like swimming with each other all day long. Here are some updated pics. I watched the video from Meleves Reef and picked up some good tips on taking photos with my IPhone. I think I still need some more practice, but they are definitely far better than the previous ones. Hope you all enjoy!
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trelopoulos
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I am currently setting up a sr60 and i am going to buy the 9012 dc too do you mind post a pic on your placement of the skimmer in the back to get the idea? Thanx your tanks looks great.
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