4x5 Posted March 17, 2017 Author Share Posted March 17, 2017 19 hours ago, pappadumplingz said: From what I remember from the last tank, this is gonna be killer. Gear and rock looks sweet. Can't wait to see the full tank. Thanks! Looking forward to this one. 17 hours ago, Kijho said: Long time since I've posted but I will always remember the Made in Africa thread and I'm happy to see you posting and sharing here. I can't wait to see more! Hey man, hope you are doing well. Thanks for the comment. 16 hours ago, Berlibee said: Everything is sooooo clean! Can't wait to see the tank. Me neither, if it ever arrives life will be magical. 1 Quote Link to comment
Sareefer101 Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Hi 4x5 Im also from south africa I really admire your work on msr 1 Quote Link to comment
clayjess Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 Can't wait for more updates , this is going to be a amazing tank if it's anything like you last build ?? 1 Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 20, 2017 Author Share Posted March 20, 2017 March 20, 2017 Update; It's a long weekend here and we're chilling at home, so I spent some time enjoying the sun and working on my aquascape - which was a lot of fun. Aquascape; Here are some teasers, the pictures aren't the best - sorry. I've tried to create a few overhangs, I think they look nice once in the water to create nice soft shadows under t5. The top shelf will run close to the water's surface with just enough space for some tabling Acros like Millepora - so we'll see how that goes. Once the tank arrives I can put the finishes touches on and create a couple of smaller separate islands it but it's shaping up to be my favourite yet. 17 Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 20, 2017 Author Share Posted March 20, 2017 On 3/17/2017 at 10:14 AM, Sareefer101 said: Hi 4x5 Im also from south africa I really admire your work on msr Hey, thanks. MSR is super quiet at the moment. On 3/19/2017 at 7:06 AM, clayjess said: Can't wait for more updates , this is going to be a amazing tank if it's anything like you last build ?? Thanks, hopefully it doesn't disappoint. 2 hours ago, Berlibee said: Very elegant ! I was going for majestic, but thanks. 1 Quote Link to comment
Reefkid88 Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Thats a fantastic scape,would look awesome covered in some sticks or Zoa's. 2 Quote Link to comment
samnaz Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 That's some interesting rockscaping! What adhesive did you use? Quote Link to comment
jedimasterben Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Looks like just clear zip ties. Quote Link to comment
samnaz Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I see some epoxy in there as well. Just curious what kind. Quote Link to comment
jedimasterben Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Ah, I see it now too! Funny you can see details a lot better when you're not on a phone screen 1 Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 21, 2017 Author Share Posted March 21, 2017 9 hours ago, samnaz said: That's some interesting rockscaping! What adhesive did you use? Thanks, zip ties and an epoxy from South Africa called Pratley Putty. 12 hours ago, Reefkid88 said: Thats a fantastic scape,would look awesome covered in some sticks or Zoa's. Thanks. It should be a good starting point. I'd love some nice zoas to go along with Acros but they aren't as easy to find here. Then again, maybe I'm looking in the wrong places. 3 Quote Link to comment
pappadumplingz Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 Nice aquascape, very creative! Quote Link to comment
metrokat Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 More pictures please 1 Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 22, 2017 Author Share Posted March 22, 2017 21 hours ago, pappadumplingz said: Nice aquascape, very creative! Thanks. 18 hours ago, metrokat said: More pictures please Haha! Soon. Quote Link to comment
nuvo25lagoon Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Your first tank was the inspiration for my current build. Cant wait to see more! Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 22, 2017 Author Share Posted March 22, 2017 1 hour ago, nuvo25lagoon said: Your first tank was the inspiration for my current build. Cant wait to see more! Thanks, that's very kind. I'm looking forward to sharing some more. Quote Link to comment
Rehype Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 On 3/20/2017 at 8:14 AM, 4x5 said: March 20, 2017 Update; It's a long weekend here and we're chilling at home, so I spent some time enjoying the sun and working on my aquascape - which was a lot of fun. Aquascape; Here are some teasers, the pictures aren't the best - sorry. I've tried to create a few overhangs, I think they look nice once in the water to create nice soft shadows under t5. The top shelf will run close to the water's surface with just enough space for some tabling Acros like Millepora - so we'll see how that goes. Once the tank arrives I can put the finishes touches on and create a couple of smaller separate islands it but it's shaping up to be my favourite yet. Looking good Shaun Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 22, 2017 Author Share Posted March 22, 2017 3 hours ago, Rehype said: Looking good Shaun Thanks Eugene. Looking forward to getting the tank now and getting into the fun part of putting it all together. 2 Quote Link to comment
kimberbee Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Yay! I really like that rock scape! I'll have to remember zip ties for future builds. I ended up throwing away rocks I had epoxy'd together because when I swapped tanks, they were unusable the way they were. I was too lazy to take them outside and break them apart with tools... zip ties would have been easy to undo! Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted March 23, 2017 Author Share Posted March 23, 2017 16 hours ago, kimberbee said: Yay! I really like that rock scape! I'll have to remember zip ties for future builds. I ended up throwing away rocks I had epoxy'd together because when I swapped tanks, they were unusable the way they were. I was too lazy to take them outside and break them apart with tools... zip ties would have been easy to undo! Thanks! It's getting there. The zip ties work great depending on the rocks. Mine have a lot of holes so it was pretty easy to tie together and solid even before the epoxy. 1 Quote Link to comment
4x5 Posted April 18, 2017 Author Share Posted April 18, 2017 April 18, 2017 Update; A quick update, I'm still waiting on the tank - unfortunately there was a bit of an incident and a pane of glass broke at the LFS before he was able to start the build so he is waiting on a new one to be delivered, getting this build completed has proven to be quite a struggle but it will be worth it in the end. All my livestock is now in holding, so hopefully the tank arrives soon. The delay has however given me some time to touch up the stand, clean the sump and equipment and generally prepare a bit more. I've also made the final purchases (for now ) for equipment for the tank. I ordered a ATI 8x54W, a new more powerful Eheim return and I'll be testing out a couple of Tunze pumps for added flow as I've always wanted to try them. Hopefully my next update includes pictures of a tank, because frankly this thread is useless without them. 8 Quote Link to comment
tonydahomie Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 aquascape is sweet! following along, hopefully you get the tank soon Quote Link to comment
jaynkeel Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Following as well. Remember the first build can only imagine what this one has in store.. Quote Link to comment
Nic Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Following. I've been a member on this board for quite some time. There are a few names and tanks that have stuck out over time and your first shallow tank inspired both of my shallow builds. I'm still working toward the minimalist simplicity you made appear effortless. Apparently simple is not my natural state. Haha Quote Link to comment
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