FunkieReefJunkie
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It's not even finished, but it was time to reveal my dream which is coming into fruition! For clear pics and more short mediocre films hit my home page.
It's been a lot of fun and I'd do it all over again in a heart beat despite the insanity involved! Some specs: 4x8 display plumbed to a 4x4 sump. The depth is 20in. Rounded out it's nearly 600 gallons. Two 250 watt metal halides hang off light rails on timers. The main pump is a Hammerhead. The skimmer is BK. I decided on no sand bed and painted the wood beneath the tank white to reflect the light. I run ozone and I've yet to hook up the calcium reactor until I get a few things arranged. Things to do next. One, I need to set up the rubbermaid tank for water changes. Second, line the cinder blocks with a rock like formation for a much more appealing look. Third, set up a couch so I can lie around and enjoy my little bit of the ocean.
I hope this leaves people inspired to make their own dreams come true... it's been a blast!
Then low and behold if things live despite myself, I am therefore amazed and amused. So far I've done zero water changes and it's been like 6 months now. I think I have ozone and a big butt skimmer to thank for that. The lighting issue is a non-issue. I'm in a sunroom and the light rails really ditributes the light. All in good time. Things come together and it's all a kick in the pants.
