Pirate's Reef Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 I am setting up a large reef system and currently waiting on a number of components to come in. So, to satisfy the urge to get a reef back up and going in my house (since I lost three of them in Hurricane Rita) I decided to build a nano to pass the time. Nothing like starting a project in the middle of another project. I am new to the nano world, but always wanted one - so here goes. Thought I would make this one from scratch. It's about 7.5 gallons and is 20" x 9" x 10". I still have to make the cabinet and that is in the planning stages. The tank will be only viewable front the front glass. I plan to have a sump, a fresh water top off system and a closed loop for more flow. I know, it's excessive, but just wanted to do it for fun. I am sure it will evolve into something more than I planned for in the near future. The silicone is still wet on it right now, but I will be posting pics of it as it progresses. Day one - Drilled holes in glass panels for drain, returns and closed loop (5 holes in all). Siliconed 1/4" glass panels together. Ordered Uniseals, 2 pumps and a Coralife 96 watt light fixture. Begin waiting... Link to comment
ClowningAround Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 That is some nice craftmanship, i cant wait to see you get it all up and going Link to comment
Cesar Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 ooooh that's a nice tank man. Very cool. Can't wait to see this tank grow. Oh and to Nano Reef. Link to comment
Haagenize Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 tank looks really good right now! what are you planning to add, Livestock wise. And what lighting are you planning to add Link to comment
Maeda Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 What kind of glass do you use to DIY a tank? Looks good! I'm going to try this next tank. Link to comment
LifesAreef Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Looking good. Tank looks huge for 7.5g :nod: Link to comment
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