shawnriv Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 Hello everyone, my name is Shawn and this is my first forum build and my second reef tank. I began a couple years ago with a 38G Innovative Marine AIO Cube and I must say, it was definitely a learning curve. The original plan was to create a mixed reef but I had many losing battles with algae resulting in a loss of corals. I ended up selling the tank and now look forward to a new build. I am looking to recreate a mixed reef that's more SPS dominated. I have not finalized a stocking list, but I'm thinking my show fish will be a Fathead Sunburst Anthias. I've always admired them in other member's tanks and would love to give them a try. Equipment Tank: Rimless 48 x 24 x 13 inches (1219.2mm x 609.6mm x 330.2mm) Stand: 48 x 24 x 36 inches (1219.2m x 609.6mm x 914.4mm) - Custom made by my Father and myself using plywood and formica Lightning: 2 x Ecotech Radion XR30 Pro Gen 3 (one is temporarily being used on coral QT) Flow: 2 x Ecotech Vortech MP10 QuietDrive (one is temporarily being used on coral QT) Rock: 30lbs of Bulk Reef Supply's Reef Saver Rock Sand: 60lbs of CaribSea Arag-Alive Fiji Pink Filtration: Bulk Reef Supply's Media Reactor with Carbon and MarinePure BioFilter Media I understand typically the first post in a forum-build generally shows the very first stages of the build (building a stand, aquascaping, cycling of the tank, etc.) but it didn't cross my mind until after I completed the stand that I should of taken some pictures. The pictures below are where I am now. The tank is filled, cycled, and already home to a couple tank mates: Banggai Cardinalfish and Royal Gramma...and a Scarlet Reef Hermit Crab. The Banggai Cardinal pretty much spends his days (strangely) at the back corners of the tank and the Royal Gramma is MIA. Both of these fish have graduated their QT stay (yes, I am a HUGE fan of quarantining new fish) and I understand Royal Grammas tend to hide when introduced to a new tank...hopefully he/she comes out soon! As of now I do not own a DSLR camera but hopefully will receive one during the holiday season. But nevertheless, please enjoy the pictures and feel free to ask any questions! P.S: I will be adding additional pictures of the supplies used one a later post. Link to comment
Rehype Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 Looks great so far....nice aquascape. Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 9, 2015 Author Share Posted November 9, 2015 Looks great so far....nice aquascape. Thank you! I was looking for a minimalist approach with open swimming space. Link to comment
SunWyrm Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 So empty and eerie in the last two pics, I love it. Hard to believe it's a 65. Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 9, 2015 Author Share Posted November 9, 2015 So empty and eerie in the last two pics, I love it. Hard to believe it's a 65. Haha I agree, I didn't realize until you said it how the last two pictures came out I look forward to stocking this tank and posting many, many pictures. Link to comment
Spiderguardnano Posted November 10, 2015 Share Posted November 10, 2015 Amazing tank man Is it a deep blue tank? Link to comment
smiz Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Nice scape tagging along! Link to comment
Sk8n Reefer Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Nice looking set up - gonna be a fun build - congrats! Link to comment
Elizabeth94 Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Already real pretty looking. I like the minimalistic look you have going on with just the two islands. Fill those tight with coral and you will have a great tank. Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Nice scape tagging along! Thank you! I'll be uploading more pictures soon. Nice looking set up - gonna be a fun build - congrats! Thank you! I've been looking forward to a new build and I am really looking forward to beginning an SPS collection. Already real pretty looking. I like the minimalistic look you have going on with just the two islands. Fill those tight with coral and you will have a great tank. Thank you! I wanted to try something minimalistic for a cleaner, open swimming design. And trust me, I can't wait to start filling it with SPS. Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Equipment Pictures! Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Nice! EcoTech is pretty awesome Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Finally installed a Hydor Smart Level Controller. Now I can finally take a weekend vacation without having to worry about salinity! Nice! EcoTech is pretty awesome Agreed! So far I love their products (especially the Radion XR30's) because of the build quality and the ease of use with the ReefLink. Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Yesterday I picked up a Green Slimer Acropora to test out if my tank is ready for easy SPS...so far so good! (knock on wood) Again, I apologize for lack of picture quality. My fingers are crossed I'll get a DSLR this holiday season. Link to comment
TieuMuchReefing Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Tank looks great Shawn Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Tank looks great Shawn Thank you! And welcome to Nano-Reef Nia! Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 17, 2015 Author Share Posted November 17, 2015 I am picking up a Candlelight Acropora and two types of high end Zoanthids tonight: Blue Hornet and Fruit Loops. I just need a DSLR to begin taking great macro shots. Link to comment
shawnriv Posted November 25, 2015 Author Share Posted November 25, 2015 I purchased a new Rose Bubble Tip Anemone (RBTA) a day a go and my two True Percs have taken to it. I must say, it's such a joy to see nature unfold. Link to comment
Sk8n Reefer Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 nice! that just never gets old ? Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted December 12, 2015 Share Posted December 12, 2015 Update? How's it going? Link to comment
JChap Posted December 15, 2015 Share Posted December 15, 2015 Where is the tank from? Link to comment
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