itzju Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Hi Everyone, First off, let me introduce myself. My name is Judeo, I am 26 and currently residing in NJ. I have been a member here for a while now, but just been a spectator of sorts. I mostly kept larger tanks in the past and regretfully I wasn't very active in the "nano reef" community. From what I have observed though, this seems like a very awesome, close-knit community. Hopefully, I'll be able to contribute somehow and possibly make some new friends! I also like the fact that a lot of members here are very creative in other ways. Some of the signatures here are awesome and makes me want to tap back into Photoshop. lol Anyway... on to what you guys really want to know about, "The Build" (Clever name still in the works) Equipment: Deep Blue 30 Gallon Rimless Frag Tank Deep Blue Series II Stand Neptune Apex Full Controller Kessil A360WE DIY De-Rimmed Baffled 10 Gallon Sump SeaSide Aquatics ES5 Skimmer Jebao DC3000 Jebao DP4 Doser Jebao WP10 x 2 Controlled via Apex Adapter TLF Media Reactor Hydor Theo 150w x 2 Heaters 30lbs MarcoRock Coarse Sand 50lbs Reefcleaners Dry Dock The Plan: My plans for this tank is to be mixed reef, but heavily SPS dominated. Due to the size constraint the corals going in will definitely go through several "Do I really want this in my tank" thought process. lol I want to keep this tank simple, efficient, and very well thought out. My past tanks have always been more on the spur of the moments type builds and although I have had success, I want to keep this one as simple as possible. I do apologize for the lack of photos, I know this thread is useless without them. Pictures are coming though. All equipment is on hand, just looking for the right weekend to begin the plumbing! Link to comment
Begow Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Awesome man!!! Welcome to the community. Like you said, there's a bunch of great people here filled with valuable information! I love these tanks, every time I see a new one pop up it makes me sad I couldn't go larger! One day! Haha! Looking forward to this build, I love SPS dominated tanks (hence why I'm going down that way) Link to comment
Hoosierfan Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 I'm thinking of going with the same tank. Looking forward to seeing how this progresses! Link to comment
itzju Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Awesome man!!! Welcome to the community. Like you said, there's a bunch of great people here filled with valuable information! I love these tanks, every time I see a new one pop up it makes me sad I couldn't go larger! One day! Haha! Looking forward to this build, I love SPS dominated tanks (hence why I'm going down that way) Thanks for the welcome and yeah, looking forward into discussing reef with a bunch of new people. haha, i'm actually going the opposite. im going from larger to smaller. my previous tank was a deep blue 80 gallon frag tank. loved the tank even though it was short lived. love your car man! im actually thinking of getting a subie for my next car or even an older GC8 body for the winter. I'm thinking of going with the same tank. Looking forward to seeing how this progresses! can't go wrong with this tank, i think. the dimensions are awesome in my opinion. i think finding that sweet spot in terms of lighting would be the most difficult thing due to the shallowness. Link to comment
k4ndyk1ng Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Looking good, what are the dimensions? Link to comment
itzju Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Looking good, what are the dimensions? Thanks! hopefully i can have some pics up by this weekend if i can find some free time. the dimensions are 24x24x12 Link to comment
Arce Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Following... Did u make a thread over on NJRC? Link to comment
itzju Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Following... Did u make a thread over on NJRC? Sure did man! dont really have pics to post yet so, no major update. really wanted to just introduce myself and my upcoming build! Link to comment
Arce Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Sure did man! dont really have pics to post yet so, no major update. really wanted to just introduce myself and my upcoming build! Oh wow, idk how i missed it. Well following anyway, looks like a good plan. Link to comment
itzju Posted October 15, 2014 Author Share Posted October 15, 2014 I just picked this up from Fish-Street for my Jebao pumps. I already have a JBWave, but if i can consolidate the amount of controllers needed, i'm definitely all for it. Link to comment
ItsOnlyThai Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Following along! I'm building a tank with similar dimensions and can't wait to see how yours turns out Link to comment
itzju Posted October 15, 2014 Author Share Posted October 15, 2014 Following along! I'm building a tank with similar dimensions and can't wait to see how yours turns out I can't wait to see how it turns out too! do you have a link to your build? would love to follow along on yours too. -------------------- just got confirmation from fish-street that the module has shipped.. 10-14 days wait.. Link to comment
ItsOnlyThai Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 No, I don't have enough of it to warrant one yet. Once it get rolling I'll start one up! Link to comment
itzju Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Anyone have experience painting a stand with plasti-dip? I purchased the stand second hand so there are some scuffs on it that i would love to paint over. i was thinking doing a couple coats of black plasti-dip and a textured coat of their glossifier to give it a satin finish. thoughts? Link to comment
deathbyart Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Moving in with the gal and debating on this exact tank. I need to see if I can track one down locally. It's a tough decision when planning a build / upgrade. Link to comment
Arkayology Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I just picked this up from Fish-Street for my Jebao pumps. I already have a JBWave, but if i can consolidate the amount of controllers needed, i'm definitely all for it. Can you let us know what you think of this product when you get it? I have been thinking about ordering one. Link to comment
Hoosierfan Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Have you had the Kessil over it yet? How's the coverage? Link to comment
itzju Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Can you let us know what you think of this product when you get it? I have been thinking about ordering one. will do, i am assuming it's just like the DIY cables but with a nice enclosure. lol Have you had the Kessil over it yet? How's the coverage? I have not yet, but I had the Kessil over a 24x24x20 Tank before and the coverage was good. I doubt with the height of this tank i will be having the intensity of the Kessil over 50%. I will probably plumb this Sunday, i'll take pictures then. Link to comment
Arkayology Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 will do, i am assuming it's just like the DIY cables but with a nice enclosure. lol Yeah, that's what I assume. I am weary of DIY stuff with my Apex though. Use something with the wrong power/connection and you can fry it pretty easily I've read. Link to comment
Hoosierfan Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I have not yet, but I had the Kessil over a 24x24x20 Tank before and the coverage was good. I doubt with the height of this tank i will be having the intensity of the Kessil over 50%. I will probably plumb this Sunday, i'll take pictures then. How high did you have it over the old tank? Link to comment
itzju Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 Yeah, that's what I assume. I am weary of DIY stuff with my Apex though. Use something with the wrong power/connection and you can fry it pretty easily I've read. Fully understood, there were moments where i thought i fried my Apex. I plugged in a wireless client adapter to one of the USBs for power source, heard a small spark and smelled something burnt. That's when i remembered I read to not plug anything in the USBs that's not a Apex module. lol the Apex wasn't damage, but the wireless bridge died immediately. How high did you have it over the old tank? I would say about 6" - 8" over the tank and spread was good. Link to comment
itzju Posted October 27, 2014 Author Share Posted October 27, 2014 Sorry for the lack of updates on this.. I've just been really busy lately and cant find a day to just dedicate to plumbing this set up. I did finish baffling up the sump which is one step closer. anywho... here is a pic of my current 40b that's been holding me down till i set this one up. sorry for the picture quality, this was taken with my phone. Link to comment
itzju Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 I've been tossing the idea of retrofitting T5s with my Kessil 360W. what do you guys think? would it be overkill for a 12" deep tank? Link to comment
Arce Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 I've been tossing the idea of retrofitting T5s with my Kessil 360W. what do you guys think? would it be overkill for a 12" deep tank? Go full T5... lol Link to comment
itzju Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 Go full T5... lol lol naah, i love LEDs too much but i wouldn't mind sticking 2 T5s next to my LEDs though. lol Link to comment
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