Mo's 6ftx8ftx3ft SPS Reef Tank - Page 27

aquaph8 · 04/18/2015, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Moser

Hi guys,

Been busy, so not much time to take photos.
The tank has been running with ATI Hybrids for the last six months.
I also use the Aquaforest system- supplements and probiotic salt. They really have made a huge difference.

Please excuse the fish trap. After 4 years, my copperband has decided to eat some scans whilst I was away. Going to catch him for the sin bin!

Mo

Mo, Ive seen lots of awesome tanks in my years but your tank just makes my jaw drop everytime I see pictures. Such an awesome tank man!!! I cringe a little when I think of changing all those T5 bulbs though

I dont even like changing 8

Got anymore details on this Aquaforest system or can you point me in the right direction to read more?

dave.m · 04/18/2015, 06:16 PM

My new desktop wallpaper, fishtrap and all.

Dave.M

A_CoupleClowns · 04/18/2015, 10:45 PM

This tank is stunning!

csantanavaz · 04/19/2015, 02:17 PM

moser - that is absolutely incredible, and what's even better is that you're in the UK! where are you based?
out of interest - what are your tactics for scaping? ie - how do you get corals in and out? bearing in mind it's 6ft - i'm picturing you in a wetsuit? i am sick of gluing coral in my 3 foot deep tank let alone 6 feet....

amazing!

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Originally Posted by Moser

Thanks guys,

I'll try and get more pics up on this thread....

Mo

albano · 04/19/2015, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by csantanavaz

out of interest - what are your tactics for scaping? ie - how do you get corals in and out? bearing in mind it's 6ft - i'm picturing you in a wetsuit? i am sick of gluing coral in my 3 foot deep tank let alone 6 feet....

amazing!

I believe that it's actually 8 ft front to back...and 6' side to side

Moser · 04/20/2015, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by aquaph8

Mo, Ive seen lots of awesome tanks in my years but your tank just makes my jaw drop everytime I see pictures. Such an awesome tank man!!! I cringe a little when I think of changing all those T5 bulbs though

I dont even like changing 8

Got anymore details on this Aquaforest system or can you point me in the right direction to read more?

Changing tubes takes an hour or so.
I can wheel out two fixtures at a time, so it's not too much of a problem.
Experimenting with tubes can be a pain though, but I think Im happy with the mix I have now….

You can check Aquaforest on their .eu website or google it.
All of their supplements are listed- happy to discuss the ones I've used.
Their salt is great too.

Mo

Moser · 04/20/2015, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dave.m

My new desktop wallpaper, fishtrap and all.

Dave.M

Not too blue for you, Dave? :loll:

Love your tank!

Mo

Moser · 04/20/2015, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by A_CoupleClowns

This tank is stunning!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by csantanavaz

moser - that is absolutely incredible, and what's even better is that you're in the UK! where are you based?
out of interest - what are your tactics for scaping? ie - how do you get corals in and out? bearing in mind it's 6ft - i'm picturing you in a wetsuit? i am sick of gluing coral in my 3 foot deep tank let alone 6 feet....

amazing!

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Originally Posted by albano

I believe that it's actually 8 ft front to back...and 6' side to side

I used 100% ceramic rocks from Korallenwelt.

The tank is 8ft front to back. I tried to place most corals around the sides and back, so easier access….

Cheers
Mo

Reefstarter2 · 04/20/2015, 03:42 PM

why did you switch from halides to T5 ? I saw the beginning of thread you had halide fixtures up . and do you see any electricity saving ?

laredo300c · 04/20/2015, 09:19 PM

Hey Mo, do you think Koralenwelt would ship these rocks to u.s. ......or do they have a U.S. Distributor?

dave.m · 04/20/2015, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Moser

Not too blue for you, Dave? :loll:

Yeah, it is, but credit where credit is due, you've got depth.

Dave.M

Moser · 04/23/2015, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Reefstarter2

why did you switch from halides to T5 ? I saw the beginning of thread you had halide fixtures up . and do you see any electricity saving ?

The heat was immense. The electricity bill was big.
If my aircon ever failed, I think the lights would have boiled the tank.

T5 tanks are beautiful and royal blue / violet LEDs makes tanks really pop.
Electricity consumption is about 1/3 less., so definitely worth the switch.

It has worked out very well.....
Mo

Moser · 04/23/2015, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by laredo300c

Hey Mo, do you think Koralenwelt would ship these rocks to u.s. ......or do they have a U.S. Distributor?

Not sure- they shipped to me in UK, so they might do!
Email Torsten. He's a good guy.

Mo

Moser · 04/23/2015, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by dave.m

Yeah, it is, but credit where credit is due, you've got depth.

Dave.M

Mo

yitman · 04/25/2015, 03:33 AM

Definitely, one of the best tanks ever .

Aleks677 · 04/25/2015, 05:32 AM

Absolutely stunning reef. I am shocked.
What are the parameters of the water, and how to respond tank to replace the lamps?
What scheme you use now to save water parameters?
Waiting for new photos. Thank you.

Dmorty217 · 04/27/2015, 12:00 PM

Love this tank! My 625g is 7ftx6ftx2ft so similar as far as dimensions go. I will be stealing some ideas from you... Hope you don't mind

Adrian.F · 05/04/2015, 08:12 AM

can you give us some info regarding your aquaforest dosing and products? absolutely love you tank! The aquaforest products look really interesting and i have seen a lot of people lately have success with them

Dmorty217 · 05/04/2015, 12:17 PM

Do you have access from the front and back?

bat21 · 05/08/2015, 09:11 AM

Simply breathtaking.

Moser · 05/10/2015, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by yitman

Definitely, one of the best tanks ever .

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aleks677

Absolutely stunning reef. I am shocked.
What are the parameters of the water, and how to respond tank to replace the lamps?
What scheme you use now to save water parameters?
Waiting for new photos. Thank you.

Alk 8. Ca 450-500. Mg 1350-1500. Phos 0.03. Nitrate 5.
Hopefully soon…..

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Originally Posted by Dmorty217

Love this tank! My 625g is 7ftx6ftx2ft so similar as far as dimensions go. I will be stealing some ideas from you... Hope you don't mind

Please do. Would love to see it…. do you have a thread?

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Originally Posted by Adrian.F

can you give us some info regarding your aquaforest dosing and products? absolutely love you tank! The aquaforest products look really interesting and i have seen a lot of people lately have success with them

Can look at their .eu website.
They have supps like iodine/ potassium / Strontium/ Fluorine/ etc.
Bacteria
Carbon source.
Coral aminos/ vits

You dose as you need, with recommended doses if you are not sure….. easy!
Excellent salt too!.

They are easy to follow, hence the great results!

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Originally Posted by Dmorty217

Do you have access from the front and back?

Only the back and sides. The front is closed off, to avoid humidity in the house!

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Originally Posted by bat21

Simply breathtaking.

Thanks!

coral102 · 05/10/2015, 04:31 PM

Holy Cow! That is beautiful!!!

CuzzA · 05/10/2015, 05:32 PM

Wow Mo!!! Just found your thread. I love the depth of this tank. Beautiful. TOTM!!!

Dmorty217 · 05/11/2015, 08:08 PM

No build thread yet, will start one later this summer.

Moser · 05/13/2015, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dmorty217

No build thread yet, will start one later this summer.

Please do it. Its great to sees nice tanks and the efforts involved.

Mo

04/18/2015, 06:16 PM	#652
dave.m Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Canadia Posts: 4,276	My new desktop wallpaper, fishtrap and all. Dave.M __________________ My Gawd! It's full of corals! Current Tank Info: None. Nil. Zip. Nada.

04/25/2015, 03:33 AM	#665
yitman Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 252	Definitely, one of the best tanks ever . __________________ Ultra Clean Rimless Tank http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2112551 Current Tank Info: ultra clean rimless tank ,700 liter

04/27/2015, 12:00 PM	#667
Dmorty217 Saltwater Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vandalia OHIO Posts: 11,624	Love this tank! My 625g is 7ftx6ftx2ft so similar as far as dimensions go. I will be stealing some ideas from you... Hope you don't mind __________________ Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs

05/04/2015, 12:17 PM	#669
Dmorty217 Saltwater Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vandalia OHIO Posts: 11,624	Do you have access from the front and back? __________________ Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs

05/11/2015, 08:08 PM	#674
Dmorty217 Saltwater Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vandalia OHIO Posts: 11,624	No build thread yet, will start one later this summer. __________________ Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs

04/18/2015, 10:45 PM	#653
A_CoupleClowns Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 431	This tank is stunning!

04/20/2015, 03:42 PM	#659
Reefstarter2 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Posts: 295	why did you switch from halides to T5 ? I saw the beginning of thread you had halide fixtures up . and do you see any electricity saving ?

04/20/2015, 09:19 PM	#660
laredo300c Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: laredo tx Posts: 646	Hey Mo, do you think Koralenwelt would ship these rocks to u.s. ......or do they have a U.S. Distributor?

04/25/2015, 05:32 AM	#666
Aleks677 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Moscow Posts: 49	Absolutely stunning reef. I am shocked. What are the parameters of the water, and how to respond tank to replace the lamps? What scheme you use now to save water parameters? Waiting for new photos. Thank you.

05/04/2015, 08:12 AM	#668
Adrian.F Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 24	can you give us some info regarding your aquaforest dosing and products? absolutely love you tank! The aquaforest products look really interesting and i have seen a lot of people lately have success with them

05/08/2015, 09:11 AM	#670
bat21 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 701	Simply breathtaking.

05/10/2015, 04:31 PM	#672
coral102 Registered Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 368	Holy Cow! That is beautiful!!!

05/10/2015, 05:32 PM	#673
CuzzA Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Palm Harbor, FL Posts: 2,997	Wow Mo!!! Just found your thread. I love the depth of this tank. Beautiful. TOTM!!!

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