Farmboyreef Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Okay, I’m IN more to come, but let’s start with this 4 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 Here we go, guys! On the hunt... 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 I found the right section. Let’s see what we can come up with. 2 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 And...... you can’t take a farmer to the breakable section. Oops. 1 2 Quote Link to comment
vlangel Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Ok farmboy, maybe you should look at the industrial strength glass! 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 11 minutes ago, vlangel said: Ok farmboy, maybe you should look at the industrial strength glass! I think you might be right! 44 minutes ago, Coral_chef said: Following Thanks!! Appreciate that! 1 Quote Link to comment
Sharbuckle Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Following along Ry! Best of luck. 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 11 minutes ago, Sharbuckle said: Following along Ry! Best of luck. You too, man!! Ok getting a little closer. What do you guys think? 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 Ok, I’m done with the teasers! Here’s the full video and condiment photo below 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment
debbeach13 Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Nice choice! A couple people mention using a gum ball machine but decided against it. You will have a couple challenges but this should be very interesting. Following along. 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 1 minute ago, debbeach13 said: Nice choice! A couple people mention using a gum ball machine but decided against it. You will have a couple challenges but this should be very interesting. Following along. Thanks!!!! I just noticed @seabass mentioned it. I’m up for the challenge! And thanks for following. Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 A couple of photos of my new pico tank! Stay away from my pico! 3 Quote Link to comment
seabass Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 http://www.instructables.com/id/Gumball-Machine-Fish-Tank/ I assume your machine is cast iron. Do you have any plans to try to coat the metal parts? 2 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 On 10/7/2017 at 3:17 PM, seabass said: http://www.instructables.com/id/Gumball-Machine-Fish-Tank/ I assume your machine is cast iron. Do you have any plans to try to coat the metal parts? Still thinking about how I’m going to do this. I don’t think I’m going to coat everything but still thinking about it. Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 10, 2017 Author Share Posted October 10, 2017 On 10/7/2017 at 3:17 PM, seabass said: http://www.instructables.com/id/Gumball-Machine-Fish-Tank/ I assume your machine is cast iron. Do you have any plans to try to coat the metal parts? Well, I figured it out but you’re going to have to wait for the video ??? I did find some supplies today though .. 6 Quote Link to comment
duderubble Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 I'd think cast aluminum is more likely. 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 Alright guys, part II is out! @seabass some info about what I’m planning! I shipped something out to @reefweeds who will be helping me with a custom paint job for my build. 4 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 On 10/11/2017 at 10:48 PM, metrokat said: I figure with this tank, my Yoda nano build and the Phoenix 700, I’ve got all my bases covered. Are you going to follow along for the ride? 1 Quote Link to comment
seabass Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Love the video! Just two things that concern me, but might not be a big deal. Silicone doesn't like to stick to acrylic. Is there any way that you can take the acrylic piece that you cut out (as a template), and take that to a glass shop and get a piece of glass cut for it instead (or even cut it yourself)? That other thing is that you might want to invest a couple more dollars in a better check valve (just not sure about the quality of a Top Fin valve). For your build, (if you lose power) the airline will be more than a potential back siphon, it will be a drain. 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 12 minutes ago, seabass said: Love the video! Just two things that concern me, but might not be a big deal. Silicone doesn't like to stick to acrylic. Is there any way that you can take the acrylic piece that you cut out (as a template), and take that to a glass shop and get a piece of glass cut for it instead (or even cut it yourself)? That other thing is that you might want to invest a couple more dollars in a better check valve (just not sure about the quality of a Top Fin valve). For your build, (if you lose power) the airline will be more than a potential back siphon, it will be a drain. Good points to think about. I appreciate it Quote Link to comment
seabass Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Or maybe even better yet, use that bottom ring or globe as a template for a glass bottom. Also, if the cloudiness of the globe doesn't clean up, you can always buy a replacement globe online. 1 Quote Link to comment
Farmboyreef Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 1 hour ago, seabass said: Or maybe even better yet, use that bottom ring or globe as a template for a glass bottom. Also, if the cloudiness of the globe doesn't clean up, you can alway buy a replacement globe online. Another good thought! I think I can get it cleaned out but I will keep this in mind. Vinegar usually helps but you never know. 1 Quote Link to comment
metrokat Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 9 hours ago, Farmboyreef said: I figure with this tank, my Yoda nano build and the Phoenix 700, I’ve got all my bases covered. Are you going to follow along for the ride? I'm here! Quote Link to comment
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