Drexellake Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Just started putting everything together. I'm not even sure where I'm going to put it. Link to comment
k4ndyk1ng Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Looking sweeet, what are the dimensions? Link to comment
Drexellake Posted October 11, 2014 Author Share Posted October 11, 2014 Roughly 23 7/8" x 11" x 14" for the main tank. Standard 10g sump. Should come out to about 25 gallons total. Link to comment
obeythefro Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 Following. This is almost exactly what I want to do! Can't wait to see it up and running. Link to comment
Smurf Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 Looking awesome! looking forward to the build! Link to comment
Drexellake Posted October 12, 2014 Author Share Posted October 12, 2014 Looking awesome! looking forward to the build! Thanks. I spent most of the day on the stand. I have the sides on and front done. Still need to mount the front and install the trim. It's actually coming out better than I expected so far. I'm taking my time so I can hopefully get it right the first time. Link to comment
CurtBoswell Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Looks awesome! This is the tank I am currently saving up for. How was drilling it and what all are you using for your pluming? Where did you buy your overflow box and plumbing? Thanks! Link to comment
Drexellake Posted October 13, 2014 Author Share Posted October 13, 2014 Looks awesome! This is the tank I am currently saving up for. How was drilling it and what all are you using for your pluming? Where did you buy your overflow box and plumbing? Thanks! I bought the Nano kit from glass holes. Cuting the holes was pretty easy. Just need to take your time and allow the drill to do the work without putting to much pressure on the glass. Most people say about 1 minute per hole, but it took about 3 minutes for each of mine. The kit includes the plumbing and diamond blade hole saws. Link to comment
CurtBoswell Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Thanks! I hope you enjoy your tank! Link to comment
Drexellake Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Done with the front. I decided to go with a false front so I can remove the whole thing for access as apposed to having a hinged door. A little more trim for the sides then I'll start plumbing. Link to comment
Drexellake Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Stand and plumbing are done. Had to add a little bling to the front. Also added an acrylic top on the tank and part of the sump. Just waiting for my RO system to get here so I can add sand, water, and live rock. Link to comment
Drexellake Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 Just got the RO/DI today and hooked it up. Should be cycling by this weekend if my reef salt arrives. Link to comment
Drexellake Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Update. Added some coral and fish today. Skimmer and everything else is working great. Link to comment
BilabongAthlete Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Great looking setup, and I see you are running the current LEDs. I have that on my 15 gal and it looks great ! Link to comment
Drexellake Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Great looking setup, and I see you are running the current LEDs. I have that on my 15 gal and it looks great ! Thanks. I love the Current lights. I just hope they do the trick. I researched quite a bit before buying them and most everyone seems very happy with them. Link to comment
Pancetta Posted November 16, 2014 Share Posted November 16, 2014 Following along. Looks really nice! I will be interested to see how you like the Current light. I bought one for my son's 20g freshwater tank but have yet to set it up Link to comment
Drexellake Posted November 16, 2014 Author Share Posted November 16, 2014 Another shot of the whole tank. I placed a piece of acrylic from Home Depot on top to help stop evap. Link to comment
Pancetta Posted November 16, 2014 Share Posted November 16, 2014 Nice shot! My LFS handles Mr Aqua tanks and people really like them. What kind of skimmer are you using? Are there many LFS in Columbia? My in-laws live in Pinehurst, NC. Link to comment
Drexellake Posted November 16, 2014 Author Share Posted November 16, 2014 Nice shot! My LFS handles Mr Aqua tanks and people really like them. What kind of skimmer are you using? Are there many LFS in Columbia? My in-laws live in Pinehurst, NC. Tunze 9004. We have a couple with saltwater. Only one is really good. Link to comment
Drexellake Posted November 30, 2014 Author Share Posted November 30, 2014 Some new additions. Link to comment
thegoldenboymike Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 Nice tank! im curious how do you like the lights and how are the corals doing with them. I have these lights and im trying to see what corals will do well with them. Link to comment
Drexellake Posted November 30, 2014 Author Share Posted November 30, 2014 Nice tank! im curious how do you like the lights and how are the corals doing with them. I have these lights and im trying to see what corals will do well with them. So far they are great. Everything I've put in here seems to thrive under them so far. Only time will tell, but everyone I know of that has them is very happy with them. Great price too. Link to comment
thegoldenboymike Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 Cool thanks and yeah i love them so far.. And when you get a chance if you could put what corals you currently have that would be awesome. (im curious to know what all you have ) Link to comment
hinnenkm Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 I love seeing what other people do with this tank, thanks for sharing! What are your future plans for it? Link to comment
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