180 Gallon Build Thread

WilliG · Jan 22, 2021

Well, I am upgrading from a 125 to a 180. This will be my final upgrade. I have the tank, cannot drill any panels as they are all tempered as per the manufacturer. The stand came with the tank, was made by R&J Cabinets out of Tampa Bay. Tank and stand cost me right about $1600. So with tempered glass, return and overflow will be HOB's. Just got 40 lbs of dry rock, used EMarco 400 grey built a cave and an arch, will be transferring my live rock from my 125 to the 180. Rock with corals attached will be last to go. Just got the sand delivered today, and it is in the tank. I went with dry sand and put in 120 lbs worth. Going to pick up an AI Rail Mount system. Using a 40 breeder with an ebay baffle kit for the sump.

Specific Ocean · Jan 22, 2021

I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled!

Zionas · Jan 22, 2021

Please keep us posted!

JumboShrimp · Feb 2, 2021

A blank canvas for whichever direction you choose; enjoy!

WilliG · Feb 6, 2021

I have the HOB return placed in the tank, with a valve to prevent siphoning for when there is no power to the return pump. I also have the HMS hanging kits for the lights to have the lights hang from the HMS Arm kit and Rail for the AI lights. Next week I am purchasing the rest of what I need to get this 180 running.

WilliG · Feb 18, 2021

Got the new rock in the tank, sand put in, return pump is in, and have one of my Ice Cap 4K's in there right now. Tank is now filled, and is running. I have about 60 lbs of live rock transferred to this 180 gallon, which is not in the little video, and added 2 big bottle of Bio-Spira (each is rated for 75 gallons). Saturday I will be transferring my corals and lighting to the 180. Also will not be adding my Powder Brown until I have the other tangs I want to add to this tank (blue hippo, and a sailfin).