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01/14/2009, 07:34 AM | #576 |
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The new 6205's sure look nice...
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01/14/2009, 07:36 AM | #577 |
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I mentioned earlier that I would be installing a frag tank and refugium (one above the other) against the wall opposite the display tank. I finally finished the stand that will hold the two tanks.
The legs are laminated from two milled (squared up) 2" X 4"s. The platforms, or shelves, that the tanks sit on are made of milled 2" X 6"s, covered with 3/4" marine plywood. Once the wooden structure was completed I covered the outer surfaces with white Formica. The 3 holes in each platform are for the overflow (2 each - 1 1/2") and returns (1"). I've left the underside of the platforms unpainted - I may change that.
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01/14/2009, 07:42 AM | #578 |
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There is the shelf unit placed in the fish room.
The legs are attached using epoxy glue and 1/2" stainless bolts. The fuge will be 75gals and the frag tank 50gals - so the total load will be somewhere between 1300 and 1600 pounds. Hope that glue holds. OK - I'm gonna go out and take a look at my new rocks. I'll be back soon with some pictures ....
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01/14/2009, 08:28 AM | #579 |
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Tom, you are amazing, btw I will post a picture of my vfd, maybe a video if I can get the time soon
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Looking good Tom. I really like the new frag/fuge rack. Very professional looking and the formica will make for easy cleanup.
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01/14/2009, 10:02 AM | #582 |
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Tom try this http://www.fritzpet.com/nitrifying-bacteria/ It helped me out a TON when I was curing my Marco-Rock. He actually turned me on to it. He uses it all the time.
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Tom.. Great looking frag and fuge rack!! I don't even think you need the glue with the 1/2" bolts.
By the way, you wouldn't have a older model stream that you could place beside your 6205 for a reference? Also, IMO you should paint the bottom of the rack. Saltwater gets everywhere.
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I think your right, I'll probably end up painting the shelf bottoms. Should'a done it from the get-go - would'a been a lot easier.
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Tom , i just read the entire thread. You have a keen eye for high-quality building!! and you've automated everything.
then why aren't you using a profilux controller? I believe it is the only controller that can control the tunze pumps like the 7095 can. When will the fish get some water to swim in? |
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There will be saltwater in the tank by the end of the week.
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01/14/2009, 03:26 PM | #587 |
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I GOT ROCKS!!
This is what the FedEx guy brought this morning: It's a 150lbs of MarcoRocks from Marc at MarcoRocks.com. I must say I am VERY pleased with this rock. I ask for large pieces, an that's what I got! Here are some cloe up to illustrate the interesting shapes: Marc was very accommodating and accepted my specific wishes - no questions asked.
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Tom I see your work space is as clean and organized as your projects.
Great work as always. I am going to have to steal some of you build ideas for Mikes new setup. |
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looks great.
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I took a trip to Lowes, this morning. I had them cut me a piece of cheap (relatively) plywood to the exact size of the display tank. I'll use it to lay out the rocks exactly the way I want them before actually placing them in the tank. To assemble the rocks together, I also bought a gallon of West System Epoxy and Filler.
Following an idea I've seen in a number of threads here on RC, I built some platforms for the rocks out of 3/8" acrylic sheet and 3/4" acrylic rods. The point of the platforms is to raise the rocks out of the 1" layer of sand I'll be using. This will, hopefully, assist in keeping detritus out of the tank. So ... I'll continue with the aquascaping. I'll report back with pics as soon as I'm done. Then It'll be time to fill the tank with water.
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What a GREAT! build!!!!
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Dude, you've got huge rocks! Seriously, those are some niece pieces.
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Looks to me like you're holding your own there, Alan. Only one thing missing - SAWDUST!!
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Tom look into getting the fritz zyme. I really is amazing. Theres 2 diffrent ones. One needs to be overnighted. The other doesnt. Thats the one I used. Rocks look awesome. If your ever in NY cell us could use some help cleaning up my mess lol.
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Wow super looking rock . I can't wait to see your rock art . Please take pics ASAP . I know it will be a real work of art .
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This looks like it's going to be a great tank, so I subscribed!
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