got2envy's Rimless 10g

got2envy · 11/13/2009, 06:30 PM

I am in a contest on another site, It starts on Sunday the 15th
I will be updating here as well

Here is the beginning
Da box

The 2 bulb incandescent hood (they also make a fluorescent model)

The tank and hood

BAM! Rimless!

ooooh!

with the 70w Sunpod w/ Ushio 14k

Props to Hagen for making such a nice tank for so cheap!

Painted today

Stay tuned!!

Maria

cherubfish pair · 11/13/2009, 07:15 PM

Try these bulbs with your light fixture. Puts out more light with less energy.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...70&pcatid=9870

ura · 11/14/2009, 01:30 AM

(I am in a contest on another site, It starts on Sunday the 15th)

What site? pm me the link. and where did you get the tank

ura · 11/14/2009, 01:31 AM

looks really nice!!!

AFWX · 11/14/2009, 10:21 AM

I just saw that kit at the LFS, but didn't even think twice about it. I might have to go back and check it out because I have been considering getting a rimless tank. Thanks! (subscribed)

got2envy · 11/14/2009, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ura

(I am in a contest on another site, It starts on Sunday the 15th)

What site? pm me the link. and where did you get the tank

OKie dokie u gots a PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ura

looks really nice!!!

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by AFWX

I just saw that kit at the LFS, but didn't even think twice about it. I might have to go back and check it out because I have been considering getting a rimless tank. Thanks! (subscribed)

Thanks! I didn't know either till I lifted the hood and was like WOO HOO!! and the black silicone is sexay!
I have not seen them on line yet...I went crazy looking and couldn't find it, I asked my LFS why and thay said that HAGEN is super picky about vendors and that the tank just came out...they also have 20H and a 5.5 same rimless and black silicone, they also come in a kit...I may get the 20H after the contest

Quote:

Originally Posted by cherubfish pair

Try these bulbs with your light fixture. Puts out more light with less energy.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...70&pcatid=9870

I like the rimless look and the shimmer

Thanks tho!!

E.intheC · 11/14/2009, 11:11 AM

wow, this looks like a lot of potential! I got excited especially when you said the 20high comes in a rimless version.

Llamaguy · 11/14/2009, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by got2envy

OKie dokie u gots a PM

Thanks!

Thanks! I didn't know either till I lifted the hood and was like WOO HOO!! and the black silicone is sexay!
I have not seen them on line yet...I went crazy looking and couldn't find it, I asked my LFS why and thay said that HAGEN is super picky about vendors and that the tank just came out...they also have 20H and a 5.5 same rimless and black silicone, they also come in a kit...I may get the 20H after the contest

I like the rimless look and the shimmer

Thanks tho!!

OoOooOh! I'm going to have to call around and see if I can't find a 5.5g and/or 20H in a few months

AFWX · 11/14/2009, 11:52 AM

Do you plan on adding a sump or refugium, and if so do you plan on drilling it?

Agu · 11/14/2009, 02:17 PM

Looks interesting .....

Before going any further I suggest filling the tank with water and checking out how much the glass deflects. It could be engineered under the assumption the lid is left on and the lid is actually a structural part of the tank. Even with a rim my 10's bow about 1/8 of an inch (just to give you a frame of reference).

Mitsuko · 11/14/2009, 02:20 PM

I don't want to rain on anyone's parade but....

It's not really rimless. There's a reason why that tank comes as a kit with that hood. That hood is the actual brace for the rim. If you aren't planning on using the hood then you're probably going to have problems in the future. You can buy any tank and remove the brace to make it rimless....

I just don't want to see a post in a few months saying...bad news the seals broke. Good luck

cameron91806 · 11/14/2009, 03:53 PM

where did you get that 70w sunpod at cause i was tryin to find one for my 10 gallon

got2envy · 11/14/2009, 05:33 PM

I FW tested it for 2 days no problems...the bottom is brace different than the standard 10g's and the hood does nothing but sit on top...it's not fitted tightly at all...

I bought the sunpod used...they are discontinued so it's hard to find.

Thanks guys!

cherubfish pair · 11/14/2009, 07:38 PM

Quote:

Try these bulbs with your light fixture. Puts out more light with less energy. ~cherubfish pair

Okay, I didn't see the part about the 70w sunpod.

mattskims · 11/14/2009, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mitsuko

I don't want to rain on anyone's parade but....

It's not really rimless. There's a reason why that tank comes as a kit with that hood. That hood is the actual brace for the rim. If you aren't planning on using the hood then you're probably going to have problems in the future. You can buy any tank and remove the brace to make it rimless....

I just don't want to see a post in a few months saying...bad news the seals broke. Good luck

If the rim was that important to the structural stability of the tank, I doubt the company would make it so you have to remove it every time one were to perform maintenance on the tank, which from the pictures seems to be the only way to do so.

cherubfish pair · 11/14/2009, 09:33 PM

I agree with mattskims and I think an eighth of an inch isn't going to be noticed. Look at a lot of AIOs, the whole front is bowed.

got2envy · 11/14/2009, 10:03 PM

Here are some close up pix of the rim and bottom trim I took for someone else that was curious to see how well they beveled the edges
you can see how much further in it goes on the bottom of the tank than the standards

from the inside

and outside

M

NanoReefWanabe · 11/14/2009, 10:14 PM

looks like 5mm glass i think it should be fine...

i have seen these tanks around here for sale too..

Nerdy Nudi · 11/15/2009, 01:38 AM

nice, any links to product pages?

I havent been able to find any info on this or the other marina tanks. other than the little mermaid version

got2envy · 11/15/2009, 08:58 AM

I looked for information on these tanks and could not find anything...not even on the Hagen website, I just happened upon it at my LFS. I asked the owner why I can't find them on line and he says that Hagen is very picky about their vendors and also these tanks just hit the market, so I am sure soon you will be able to find them in more places like Petsmart.

HTH

got2envy · 11/15/2009, 12:47 PM

IT"S ALIVE!! ALIVE!!! muhahahahahaha *cough*

I only added 5lbs of sand...filled with 4g of water from my 29g and the rest fresh NSW.
Waiting for the water to heat up a bit for the rock
And boooo! went to hook up my HOB and it is missing a part that covers the impellar, I looked all over and can't find it

I have piles of fish crap haha so I am using the JBJ pico filter and just ordered another HOB from DFS. They don't sell that part and I

this filter with the surface skimmer.

I added the other 5lbs of sand....and I can't see shiz now...also borrowed the HOB from my 29g

got2envy · 11/15/2009, 05:00 PM

It was nice and clear till I stuck my hands in there for the rocks...

E.intheC · 11/15/2009, 05:03 PM

looks really nice! I like the whole aquascape and the general look.

got2envy · 11/15/2009, 05:24 PM

Thanks! I am going for a Caribbean theme...so Florida ricordia, sea fans,sponges, gargonias and macros

cameron91806 · 11/15/2009, 05:53 PM

i was gonna say i only see 150w not the 70w

11/13/2009, 06:30 PM	#1
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	got2envy's Rimless 10g I am in a contest on another site, It starts on Sunday the 15th I will be updating here as well Here is the beginning Da box The 2 bulb incandescent hood (they also make a fluorescent model) The tank and hood BAM! Rimless! ooooh! with the 70w Sunpod w/ Ushio 14k Props to Hagen for making such a nice tank for so cheap! Painted today Stay tuned!! Maria __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/13/2009, 07:15 PM	#2
cherubfish pair Snowflake Moray Eel Join Date: May 2004 Location: Montana Posts: 3,691	Try these bulbs with your light fixture. Puts out more light with less energy. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...70&pcatid=9870 __________________ How many fish do you think you could get into that thing? ~me i figure i could do at least one snowflake eel if i roll it up ~Ephraim Current Tank Info: Glasscages 33 gallon acrylic display \| ASM G3 skimmer with gate valve and recirculation modifications and with 100% of drain water draining into skimmer \| Nano Cube 6 for quarantine

11/14/2009, 11:11 AM	#7
E.intheC Veritas Aequitas Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,066	wow, this looks like a lot of potential! I got excited especially when you said the 20high comes in a rimless version. __________________ With open arms, embrace this heart. With open eyes, behold the truth. Embrace this life. -KSE Current Tank Info: 45 RR Cube :: 20 gallon sump :: PFO 250 MH 14,000K Ushio :: Vertex IN-100 :: Powerbrite LEDs :: MP 20 :: RKL

11/14/2009, 02:17 PM	#10
Agu RC Mod Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Venice, Florida Posts: 27,172	Looks interesting ..... Before going any further I suggest filling the tank with water and checking out how much the glass deflects. It could be engineered under the assumption the lid is left on and the lid is actually a structural part of the tank. Even with a rim my 10's bow about 1/8 of an inch (just to give you a frame of reference). __________________ Less technology , more biology . Current Tank Info: Two ten gallon nano tanks. 5.5 shrimp/goby species tank, 5 gallon mantis tank

11/14/2009, 05:33 PM	#13
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	I FW tested it for 2 days no problems...the bottom is brace different than the standard 10g's and the hood does nothing but sit on top...it's not fitted tightly at all... I bought the sunpod used...they are discontinued so it's hard to find. Thanks guys! __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/14/2009, 01:30 AM	#3
ura Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: clearwater Posts: 130	(I am in a contest on another site, It starts on Sunday the 15th) What site? pm me the link. and where did you get the tank

11/14/2009, 01:31 AM	#4
ura Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: clearwater Posts: 130	looks really nice!!!

11/14/2009, 10:21 AM	#5
AFWX Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 48	I just saw that kit at the LFS, but didn't even think twice about it. I might have to go back and check it out because I have been considering getting a rimless tank. Thanks! (subscribed)

11/14/2009, 11:52 AM	#9
AFWX Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 48	Do you plan on adding a sump or refugium, and if so do you plan on drilling it?

11/14/2009, 02:20 PM	#11
Mitsuko Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 216	I don't want to rain on anyone's parade but.... It's not really rimless. There's a reason why that tank comes as a kit with that hood. That hood is the actual brace for the rim. If you aren't planning on using the hood then you're probably going to have problems in the future. You can buy any tank and remove the brace to make it rimless.... I just don't want to see a post in a few months saying...bad news the seals broke. Good luck

11/14/2009, 03:53 PM	#12
cameron91806 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nanticoke, PA Posts: 203	where did you get that 70w sunpod at cause i was tryin to find one for my 10 gallon

11/14/2009, 09:33 PM	#16
cherubfish pair Snowflake Moray Eel Join Date: May 2004 Location: Montana Posts: 3,691	I agree with mattskims and I think an eighth of an inch isn't going to be noticed. Look at a lot of AIOs, the whole front is bowed. __________________ How many fish do you think you could get into that thing? ~me i figure i could do at least one snowflake eel if i roll it up ~Ephraim Current Tank Info: Glasscages 33 gallon acrylic display \| ASM G3 skimmer with gate valve and recirculation modifications and with 100% of drain water draining into skimmer \| Nano Cube 6 for quarantine

11/14/2009, 10:03 PM	#17
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	Here are some close up pix of the rim and bottom trim I took for someone else that was curious to see how well they beveled the edges you can see how much further in it goes on the bottom of the tank than the standards from the inside and outside M __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/14/2009, 10:14 PM	#18
NanoReefWanabe Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 3,202	looks like 5mm glass i think it should be fine... i have seen these tanks around here for sale too..

11/15/2009, 01:38 AM	#19
Nerdy Nudi Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 512	nice, any links to product pages? I havent been able to find any info on this or the other marina tanks. other than the little mermaid version

11/15/2009, 08:58 AM	#20
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	I looked for information on these tanks and could not find anything...not even on the Hagen website, I just happened upon it at my LFS. I asked the owner why I can't find them on line and he says that Hagen is very picky about their vendors and also these tanks just hit the market, so I am sure soon you will be able to find them in more places like Petsmart. HTH __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/15/2009, 12:47 PM	#21
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	IT"S ALIVE!! ALIVE!!! muhahahahahaha cough I only added 5lbs of sand...filled with 4g of water from my 29g and the rest fresh NSW. Waiting for the water to heat up a bit for the rock And boooo! went to hook up my HOB and it is missing a part that covers the impellar, I looked all over and can't find it I have piles of fish crap haha so I am using the JBJ pico filter and just ordered another HOB from DFS. They don't sell that part and I this filter with the surface skimmer. I added the other 5lbs of sand....and I can't see shiz now...also borrowed the HOB from my 29g __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/15/2009, 05:00 PM	#22
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	It was nice and clear till I stuck my hands in there for the rocks... __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/15/2009, 05:03 PM	#23
E.intheC Veritas Aequitas Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,066	looks really nice! I like the whole aquascape and the general look. __________________ With open arms, embrace this heart. With open eyes, behold the truth. Embrace this life. -KSE Current Tank Info: 45 RR Cube :: 20 gallon sump :: PFO 250 MH 14,000K Ushio :: Vertex IN-100 :: Powerbrite LEDs :: MP 20 :: RKL

11/15/2009, 05:24 PM	#24
got2envy hello fishy fishy Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 450	Thanks! I am going for a Caribbean theme...so Florida ricordia, sea fans,sponges, gargonias and macros __________________ PBMAS Event Coordinator Some people are like Slinkies... Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs. Current Tank Info: 125g reef,29g reef, 10g rimless Caribbean tank

11/15/2009, 05:53 PM	#25
cameron91806 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nanticoke, PA Posts: 203	i was gonna say i only see 150w not the 70w