mew Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 it's not worth buying a used one unless it's well until $150. A new one can be easily had for $160-175. Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 22, 2010 Author Share Posted April 22, 2010 Adin - Package arrived One looks a little mad and the other has made a small home. For now they are in the large tank. Thanks again! I had to put off the scaping last night. I needed a few brews and a good time. Updates today. -Dave Link to comment
Deleted User 6 Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 how come there are no new pictures? Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 23, 2010 Author Share Posted April 23, 2010 Tonight! Sorry I had to work late yesterday. New rock work, new toys and mini reviews. Be on the look out around 7-8. -Dave Link to comment
animalmaster6 Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 Looking Forward to pics! Link to comment
Apoptosis Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 Looking Forward to pics! +1 Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 23, 2010 Author Share Posted April 23, 2010 Ryujin Housing - The beginning of the housing. Being made out of a 6101 bar of aluminum. 10.5x2.75x1.5 Anodized 12-16 LED's 60mm Fan Built in heatsink The Test - So far this is the aqua scape. I really feel like I nailed the bonsai look and once the corals grow it I will look very unique. I have everything planned out so I know exactly where to mount the corals. There are a ton of overhangs hiding spots for the inverts too. Let me know what you guys think about it. Its really hard to snap pictures to show all the overhangs and branches. Front Side Top Angle Let me know what you guys think. I'll snap a few more and get a few new views. -Dave Link to comment
animalmaster6 Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 Love the scape Dave. Looks perfect for all the small inverts. Link to comment
Deleted User 6 Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 sorry...that was "mmm" as in "mmm that's good." take that how you want. Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 Haha. I see. -Dave Link to comment
pyronus Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 Ryujin Housing - The beginning of the housing. Being made out of a 6101 bar of aluminum. 10.5x2.75x1.5 Anodized 12-16 LED's 60mm Fan Built in heatsink mmm billet LED fixture... excelent Link to comment
Rehype Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 Looks great Dave i think you nailed the scaping. What type of rock is that BTW? Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 The rock is from Bulk Reef. I ended up breaking the pieces and they turned into some really gnarly stuff. Fun to piece together and see what I could come up with. Here are a few more views to show the wild structure. I hope to have the housing back in 2-3 weeks. -Dave Link to comment
animalmaster6 Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 That looks awesome! When do you gues there will be water? Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 Not until late May. I dont want to set this up and then have to move it. This will be on the third tier of my bookshelf stand -Dave Link to comment
mxpro32 Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 wow, that looks great. Makes me want to do a bonsai tank. Are you going to CNC the housing? if so, are you doing it yourself or having it done? Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 Having it done. I plan on making many more of the housings too. This will be a prototype and go over this tank. That is why I have named this tank " The Test ". I know I'm a nerd..... -D Link to comment
animalmaster6 Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 Not until late May. I dont want to set this up and then have to move it. This will be on the third tier of my bookshelf stand -Dave Cool. I love your bookshelf idea! My favorite might be the Staghorn Garden with Mini Dartfish Link to comment
pyronus Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 I wish it was feasible to have my housing machined locally. Even a run of 50 pieces is crazy Link to comment
DaveFason Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 I know I know... Its this new stuff they carry at Home Depot. They do not carry Aquamend anymore.... -D Here's a mini review on a few new pieces of equipment I bought. The first is the new Milwaukee Digital Refractometer and the next is a Hanna PO4 checker. I was able to pick the Milwaukee up for $110 and the Hanna for 39.95 both include shipping. I figured both of these will last my entire reefing hobby so why not spend a little extra? Milwaukee Refractometer This is pretty standard to use. You plug a 9v battery in the back and screw the cap back on. This includes and oring to make sure water does not get to the electronics. When you turn it on the percentage of the battery is displayed first, then the method of measurement of the salinity ( PSU, PPT, S.G ) and then the main screen. Calibration was simple, fill the sensor with RO water and press zero, it calibrates and then it shows up as zero. After this you wipe the sensor dry and then add your salt water, press test and bamb you have your salinity. It only takes about 1-2 seconds before it is displayed. The best part about this is it only takes 1-2 drops to cover the sensor. I could have bought a standard refractometer but I figured what the hell! Hanna PO4 Checker This is rather new to the reef community. Until recently you had to anty-up $200 to check you PO4 accurately or spend $15 on a PO4 test kit that just sucked. I have always wondered what my PO4 was but did not want to fork out all the cash. Hanna just introduced this to the market in March and has a price tag of only $40! I bit the bullet and purchased this along with the Milwaukee. First you take the screw out of the bottom and install the battery. Press the center button to turn it on and then it will load for 2-3 seconds. After this you take one of the test vials and fill it up with 10mL of tank water( there is a line on the vial). Insert the vial into the checker, press the button and let it scan the water. After this you open the checker back up, pour the regent into the vial and shake the vial for 20 seconds. Load the vial back in and press and hold the center button. This will start a timer for three minutes and then register your PO4. My only gripe is once it is complete you only have ten seconds to read the reading. Overall I am very happy with my purchase. They both match each other and make my life a whole lot easier! -Dave Link to comment
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