reef n ale Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 The new project is officially underway! The lights; Aqua Medic Ocean Light 150w x 2 MH HQI + 39w x 2 T5's. It is currently being modified by Chris at www.nanocustoms.com to have each T5 operate independently from each other and the MH's. Thanks Chris!! The tank; 37.5g custom being built by www.socalcreations.com. It will be a 36"L x 15"H x 16"W black-back with external overflow. They are also building the custom sump and stand(more details to follow). Thanks to Steve and Randy!! I want to thank the following great people for their support and inspiration; Ruth, Dennis, lgreen, jmt, winnie, and Bill. How happy am I? My wallet? Much more to follow....... Rob Link to comment
The Speez Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Sounds pimp!! Can't wait to see it in action........ Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 4, 2005 Author Share Posted August 4, 2005 Thanks Speez! ryux; the tank priced out at $280 Rob Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 5, 2005 Author Share Posted August 5, 2005 Here is a link to the construction of the tank, sump, and stand! http://www.socalcreations.com/36x16x15_rob_system.htm Rob Link to comment
dweakl01 Posted August 7, 2005 Share Posted August 7, 2005 I'm so friggin' jealous. That stand looks beautiful. Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 7, 2005 Author Share Posted August 7, 2005 Thanks d! Randy does some beautiful work. I can't wait!! It's going to be a transparent black on oak. It should look pretty cool when it's done. Rob Link to comment
Tigahboy Posted August 7, 2005 Share Posted August 7, 2005 I'm glad u decided to go w/ aqua medic. =) This will be a nice set-up indeed! Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 7, 2005 Author Share Posted August 7, 2005 Thanks Tigah! You helped me alot with that decision. The big question now is....will I have any money left over to spend at www.platinumreefs.com? Rob Link to comment
winniebagel Posted August 7, 2005 Share Posted August 7, 2005 Is there an ETA on when both the stand, tank, and sump will be completed? It's sounds like you're going all-out on this and will be an awesome setup when all is said and done. Can't wait to see your updates! Link to comment
shao-lin nano Posted August 7, 2005 Share Posted August 7, 2005 I've seen so much of what socalcreations has done for you guys here all I can think of is how/when I'm going to get one from them!!! I get all excited watching one of these tanks being made and it's not even mine...lol. Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 8, 2005 Author Share Posted August 8, 2005 Hey winnie! The ETA is going be another week or two (then shipping) but it will be well worth it. Did you see the link (above) to the socalcreations construction page? Check it out ^ ! BTW, I hope you realize I'll need your help when it get's here! Thanks for the enthusiasm shao-lin! You should go for it next project. Rob Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 9, 2005 Author Share Posted August 9, 2005 Got a "small" Marine Depot order today.... Rob Link to comment
Pili Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 Everything looks awsome so far! Cant wait to see it up and running. BTW: Good choice on the Pan World, have one on my FW tank and it is very quite and puts out alot of flow. Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 9, 2005 Author Share Posted August 9, 2005 Thanks Pili! I'm glad to hear the Pan World is quiet. I was hoping that! Rob Link to comment
IGOTWORMS Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 Cant wait to see the tank. When do you expect to get it? Link to comment
winniebagel Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 I love the work the SoCal Creations duo produces and the update photos to keep their clients up to date. That stand for your tank is awesome! hahah, I wish I had my stand built by those guys when I started - it would've saved me a lot of hassle and headache. lol, well, if you do have any ?s, us NRers will try to answer them as best as we can for ya. Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 9, 2005 Author Share Posted August 9, 2005 Hopefully, I'll get the SoCal Creations setup in about 2-3 weeks. Shipping from west coast to east coast may take some time on this one! winnie, I agree that the way Steve and Randy post pics to update progress is awesome! It's a very nice touch to doing business. What did you end up with for your stand? I didn't see it in any of your pics. Rob Link to comment
Nemo's Dada Posted August 10, 2005 Share Posted August 10, 2005 Hey Rob, Just got my tank up and running. Here's a link to my post on what I'm running into right now: Bill's 37.5g plumbing problem Make sure you have Steve double check the drain hole before shipping it. They made a mistake and placed the hole too off center. They had to saw a couple of pieces from each side to enlarge it. X) I've got to start a new post on my tank. But I've been messing with the plumbing too much. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions. Bill Bill's 40g Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 10, 2005 Author Share Posted August 10, 2005 Hey Bill, Steve is installing the bulkhead for the drain and making the Durso standpipe for mine, so I don't think I'll run into that problem. I'm glad your's worked out though! Off to your plumbing post! Rob Link to comment
reef n ale Posted August 18, 2005 Author Share Posted August 18, 2005 New progress at www.socalcreations.com ! Rob Link to comment
davinaster Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Hi, Rob :-) That is a gorgeous stand - I love the way the grain shows through the paint/stain. Link to comment
winniebagel Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Rob, stand is looking good! I guess 1/3 of the way there till everything is completed. Link to comment
scarletknight06 Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 that looks awesome! I actually just placed an order from them myself. IF you click on the current creations and then "Jonathans 36x18x16 reef tank" thats mine! You say you are on the east coast? me too. How are they shipping your stand? I inquired about a stand and they said they werent freight shipping at this time, but I found a local guy to make an awesome stand and canopy and he only charged me for lumber. What are the specs on the tank aside from dimensions? wheres the overflow box? holes for closed loop, etc.... it wasnt $280 for tank and stand was it? Link to comment
lgreen Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 lookin good. Now, what is chris doing to your lights? just seperating the t5's from being on the same switch? Link to comment
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