DFL18 Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Wow, very awesome setup, I just went through all 64 pages of this thread and must say I am impressed Quote Link to comment
TheUnfocusedOne Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 do you ever sleep? the hell do you get the money for something like that.... i dont even know what to say, this is the most amazing thing ive ever seen Quote Link to comment
OkcKoolaid Posted August 8, 2009 Share Posted August 8, 2009 hey calvin, im moving out soon and im looking to build an awesome tank, but not as big as yours, you should help me design it and that will ease your mind off the next tank you want to build for urself hah... but yea man mucho props for the great tank cant wait to see it bursting at the seams with coral Quote Link to comment
quickfinger Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 any new pics? I love this tank. Why not just throw an adult hawksbill turtle in there? Perhaps a dolphin? Quote Link to comment
Militant Jurist Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 any new pics? I love this tank. +100 It's been too long without new pictures! Quote Link to comment
soundman Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Calvin............where are you Calvin?!?!? Quote Link to comment
Rocket Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 The summer hits full swing. It's hard to stay indoors and post the aquarium stuff. Wait till colder temperatures and Calvin will be back. Quote Link to comment
Marteen Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 He fell in and his fish ate him. Quote Link to comment
Bonsai Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 He fell in and his fish ate him. I disagree, I think he's training for the next summer Olympics by swimming laps in the 12 footer. Quote Link to comment
hlander Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Really cool tank Calvin! I disagree, I think he's training for the next summer Olympics by swimming laps in the 12 footer. :lol: Quote Link to comment
capsfan Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I disagree, I think he's training for the next summer Olympics by swimming laps in the 12 footer. He threw all the powerheads on one end to train for the 100m freestyle. Quote Link to comment
Christo Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Amazing tank man, I really like your rock work. I think its going to look fantastic in a year or two. Are you going to be adding a hood anytime soon? Quote Link to comment
calvin415 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 (edited) Sorry everyone, I have been so busy with everything going on right now... I have not done much with the tank all summer, other than a battle which had some losses. Quick summary: In an attempt to fatten up by Bangaii's for breeding I was overfeeding... Bad idea, as this resulted in a bad algea outbreak, if that wasn't bad enough my PB tang over night got covered in Ich, and the stupid cleaner shrimp would only clean the yellow. Thus, I lost my PB tang, and ended up losing all my Bangaii fry, Bangaii adults (all 4) my Midas Blenny, Perc Clown, and Dragon Goby. And to make matter worse the center section of lights went out on me about 6 weeks ago (I fixed this last week). So for the most of summer 1/3 of my tank was in the dark and the rest was covered in algea... After doing weekly water changes and heavy skimming with no change, I decided to try something new. SUGAR! I started dosing sugar to battle the algea outbreak (this is a carbon source that feeds bacteria allowing phosphate and nitrate consuption to be increased) and after about 3 weeks of doing this, the tank looks great, the water is crystal clear and I can clearly see from end to end (thats almost 12' of perfect clarity!!!) My Acans and Micros are really starting to spread! The remaining fish, Leopard Wrasse, Yellow Tang, Lawnmower Blenny, Firefish and Chromis are doing great, and I hope to pull the cleaner shrimp some time soon, so I can treat for red bugs (I knew some of the pieces I picked up had them)... Once that is done, my goal is to finish my garage overhaul so I can then build a new canopy for the tank. Thanks for your patience, and support! I'll try to get some new pics as soon as I do a little coraline clean up. Edited August 19, 2009 by calvin415 Quote Link to comment
Needreefunds Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Sorry about the recent struggles and losses. Good to hear you have turned the corner though! Looking forward to those pics Quote Link to comment
davidr2340 Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Sorry about the recent struggles and losses. Good to hear you have turned the corner though! Looking forward to those pics Very well said Richie! Thanks for stoppin' by Calv... Quote Link to comment
jerzsky Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 hey cal!!! long time no talk!! great videos!! but im sorry bout the mishap! dont worry god has blessed u with the ultimate reef tank powers. so everything will be fine, and better than before!!! Quote Link to comment
lakshwadeep Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Sorry about the problems, especially the Banggais since breeding that species is important. Good luck with the red bugs! I'm currently treating my acroporas for them. Quote Link to comment
axlingeric Posted September 1, 2009 Share Posted September 1, 2009 sorry to hear about the problems, can't wait to see the pics. I'm sure your tank on a bad day is miles better than mine on a good day. Could you maybe divulge where you learned the sugar method? Could be handy for some of us. Thanx Quote Link to comment
cruiZe Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 Just wondered into the big tanks section and read your summary and watched all the vids... This is the most beautiful, amazing, and creative tank I have ever seen. Congrats and good luck ! I'm sure you could pay it off by having NR members take a tour... I would pay 20 bucks just to see it in person ! Quote Link to comment
Ancelot Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Sorry everyone, I have been so busy with everything going on right now... I have not done much with the tank all summer, other than a battle which had some losses. Quick summary: In an attempt to fatten up by Bangaii's for breeding I was overfeeding... Bad idea, as this resulted in a bad algea outbreak, if that wasn't bad enough my PB tang over night got covered in Ich, and the stupid cleaner shrimp would only clean the yellow. Thus, I lost my PB tang, and ended up losing all my Bangaii fry, Bangaii adults (all 4) my Midas Blenny, Perc Clown, and Dragon Goby. And to make matter worse the center section of lights went out on me about 6 weeks ago (I fixed this last week). So for the most of summer 1/3 of my tank was in the dark and the rest was covered in algea... After doing weekly water changes and heavy skimming with no change, I decided to try something new. SUGAR! I started dosing sugar to battle the algea outbreak (this is a carbon source that feeds bacteria allowing phosphate and nitrate consuption to be increased) and after about 3 weeks of doing this, the tank looks great, the water is crystal clear and I can clearly see from end to end (thats almost 12' of perfect clarity!!!) My Acans and Micros are really starting to spread! The remaining fish, Leopard Wrasse, Yellow Tang, Lawnmower Blenny, Firefish and Chromis are doing great, and I hope to pull the cleaner shrimp some time soon, so I can treat for red bugs (I knew some of the pieces I picked up had them)... Once that is done, my goal is to finish my garage overhaul so I can then build a new canopy for the tank. Thanks for your patience, and support! I'll try to get some new pics as soon as I do a little coraline clean up. +1 on sugar dosing bro! I'm doing that right now. Into my 3rd day of sugar dosing (: anyway post us some before and after pics eh! (: also, do you dose extra good bacteria when dosing sugar? like mb7 bottle etc? let me know (: Anyway, I am sorry about your loss. don't take it too hard alright, just remember to come back to us with a bang! I am of one looking forward to your BIG BANG! Cheers! Happy Reefing, Marc J. Quote Link to comment
calvin415 Posted September 20, 2009 Author Share Posted September 20, 2009 (edited) Thanks everyone for the kind words, and sorry for the lack of pics... I don't think I've taken any pics of the tank since the ones posted so I don't have any before and after. I've been working on my garage for the last couple months, just about done... And remodeling 3 bathrooms for a friend of mine. I'm hoping to sell off some Bam-Bams to cover some new additions, if anyone is interested check out the sale thread. Edited September 20, 2009 by calvin415 Quote Link to comment
nanoreefnate Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 SERIOUSLY... Quote Link to comment
calvin415 Posted October 14, 2009 Author Share Posted October 14, 2009 Okay, sorry for all the lack of updates, here are a few, I'll post more when I'm done with some upgrades on the tank. Before After Before After Before After Before After Before After I forgot about this guy... He's easy to forget about since he's only about 3/4" long. A few more... Quote Link to comment
Gerber77 Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Wow you are getting some great growth. I wish I could see this tank in person, must be amazing. Quote Link to comment
DaveFason Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Looking great Calvin. Everything going well in the tank? -Dave Quote Link to comment
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