150G DD cube build.

[enemec1]

Lets start off by saying this will be an upgrade from a 30 gallon JBJ rimless and a JBJ nano cube 24. However only one of the 2 tanks will be torn down.

The upgrade is Marineland's Deep Dimension Tank 36x36x27. I will build a custom stand to match Living room decor per the wifes request who may not be completely happy with this decision to move forward with another large tank. I used to have 210 gallon in wall. Removed due to job demands, having a kid, and money.

Tank is on order now and i will keep up to date with other purchased items.

 

[enemec1]

Here is what is on order.
Trigger sapphire 34 sump.
Reef Octopus varios-6 dc pump
Reef Octopus Regal 150int skimmer
bunch of sch 80 plumbing equipment from BRS.

Short wish list is Neptune Apex Controller, another AI 26HD light. I already have 1. Trigger auto top off reservoir 10 gallon.

Need heater suggestions for this tank???? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[enemec1]

My current 30 gallon in wall. I'll take more when lights are on.

 

[SPR1968]

Well that looks very nice so far

Welcome to R2R it’s great to have you with us!

 

[galantra]

I’m slowly working on my 150 DD as well, what kind of system will this be?

I see you have a good idea to start off

How are you gonna target circulation?

 

[enemec1]

I’m slowly working on my 150 DD as well, what kind of system will this be?

I see you have a good idea to start off

How are you gonna target circulation?

I have an ice cap gyre and looking at 2 AI Nero 5 's I think still up in air.

 

[dantimdad]

Another cube!

Following!

 

[dantimdad]

Welcome aboard!

 

[galantra]

Sps tank? That will be great flow eager to try out a gyre.
Started work on the stand yet?

 

[enemec1]

Sps tank? That will be great flow eager to try out a gyre.
Started work on the stand yet?

Not sure with corals yet I like to try mixed reef but hate the balance of clean water and dirty water to keep both happy. I will be shopping for wood this weekend for stand.

 

[enemec1]

What's the best lighting for a 3x3 tank? I like the AI 26hd I have on my 30 cube. Would like something like that light.

 

[Katrina71]

Not sure with corals yet I like to try mixed reef but hate the balance of clean water and dirty water to keep both happy. I will be shopping for wood this weekend for stand.

Sps can be just as happy with dirty water.

 

[galantra]

What's the best lighting for a 3x3 tank? I like the AI 26hd I have on my 30 cube. Would like something like that light.

Lighting has been my issue; I currently have a Radion G2 , but I love the shimmer look of the water and was debating to go back to MH and add 4 T5 lighting

Doing my research Kessil LEDs like a A360 style or A700 seem to be the only led on the market that offers that shimmer look. Plus I don’t want to spend a lot on lighting so I might go with Kessil and T5s

 

[enemec1]

Just picked up my tank. Large order getting delivered to house tomorrow from BRS. Now to start the stand plans.

 

[galantra]

Here we go!!!

 

[HairyGary]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

I have a 93 cube and am running one G4Pro with 4 T5 hybrid. Plus very similar equipment. Good luck and following along!

 

[Breadman03]

Hey @enemec1 , I’d suggest checking out Mini Reef and ASR. They are nice shops in your area.

 

[enemec1]

And the equipment is arriving.

 

[enemec1]

Still need lighting suggestions. Hard to decide what to get.

 

[enemec1]

Stand construction. Need to figure out unlevel floor situation. Still need to plywood top and bottom. Bottom sheet will be screwed to underside and will be sealed like a tub to catch any water leaks God for bid cause my wife will kill me.