The 40 Breeder Project(Not Manhattan)
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As you can see, the stand is built with 2x4s and being skinned with maple plywood.
Here it is a little further into the build.
Here I finally have 3 of the 5 doors on it. I also started the framework for the canopy out of 1x4. Notice that I got the trim installed along the bottom of the stand.
I got the main tank yesterday from the Petco $1 per gallon sale. The canopy fit like a glove.
Here it is a little further into the build.
Here I finally have 3 of the 5 doors on it. I also started the framework for the canopy out of 1x4. Notice that I got the trim installed along the bottom of the stand.
I got the main tank yesterday from the Petco $1 per gallon sale. The canopy fit like a glove.
Today I decided that I needed to get the sump before the prices went back to normal. They didn't have a 30 Breeder in stock, so I went for another 40 Breeder.
The top of the stand is going to have a 6" shelf around it that is topped with ceramic tile.
I am planning on running 2x250 MH with 2x39w T5 for Actinic. It should be a fun journey. I am just working as I go. Trying to make sure I don't spend too much at a time. The wife still has to pay the bills and all.
If you have any suggestions, let me know. When I get the time, I will update how the plumbing will be.
Thanks for looking, Joe.
The top of the stand is going to have a 6" shelf around it that is topped with ceramic tile.
I am planning on running 2x250 MH with 2x39w T5 for Actinic. It should be a fun journey. I am just working as I go. Trying to make sure I don't spend too much at a time. The wife still has to pay the bills and all.
If you have any suggestions, let me know. When I get the time, I will update how the plumbing will be.
Thanks for looking, Joe.
I was worried about how I had them cut the glass. All of the weight of the water is going to be coming down on that bottom piece. I wanted to do something to help support it. I had the extra glass because I got an extra bottom piece cut in case I cracked 1 drilling it. It came to mind after, but I am glad I did it. Tomorrow night, I am planning on cutting the weir, and getting the "box" mounted to the tank. I might get some PVC and start on some of the plumbing. I cant do most of it because I don't have the pumps. But I can at least do something.
Stay Tuned.
Stay Tuned.
I got everything cut and siliconed. I had a small snafu while going across the bottom of the weir. I tried to go too fast and took a small knick out of it. It will be ok though, I am going to have a piece of black acrylic covering the whole back so it will not be visable. Here are the pics.
I love the dimensions too. I had never seen one until I went to a local guys house when I was starting my current tank. He turned me onto it. I can't wait until it is done. In about another month and a half, it should be up and running. I got some PVC parts to work on the manifold for the closed loop. I will work on that tonight and post some more pics. I do not want any powerheads in the tank. I think I should be successful by running 1500gph through the 6 outlets of the closed loop.
normanfine
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I really like the pictures and schematics
Here is some pics of the manifold system. It is just cut, not glued yet. I think it should be plenty of circulation for the tank. will also have a return from the sump.
That is probably the most work I will get done this week. Maybe a few little minor things, but I am once again, broke. This hobby makes sure of that though, right?
That is probably the most work I will get done this week. Maybe a few little minor things, but I am once again, broke. This hobby makes sure of that though, right?
