Another 40G breeder tank build, but will go with 100% NSW

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Building a 40 Gallon Breeder Tank, after 12 year absent in the hobby. Used to have a 200G in-wall system for 14 years.

The plan is to get the 40G going and slowing start planning the in-wall.

This build will be for the 40g. I plan to use 100% NSW. Will start curing and cycling the rocks this weekend. I have a boat and will be collecting the NSW at high tide about 5 miles out. This is a test to see if I can do that to the in-wall.

Started the stand built:

 

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Stand frame done. Next will be the skin.

 

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Skinned, next paint.

 

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Stand painted and sealed. Also painted the back of the tank. Next, aquaplaning and trim the stand.

 

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Aquascaping done!

 

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Time to get water!

 

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A bit cloudy but should clear up soon.

 

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She is all nice and clear! 2-3 days and 2 Clownfish will call it home. Been dosing Microbacter7.

 

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Today I work on a bit of cable organizing:

 

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ATO installed!

 

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Cycling moving along. Fishless with Microbacter7

 

[NeonRabbit221B]

I didn't see any overflow. What are you doing for filtration? Looks nice though!

 

[plc001]

I didn't see any overflow. What are you doing for filtration? Looks nice though!

That its because I do not have any;-) Going minimalist with equipment. 2 power heads, two lights and 2 heaters. Will be pushing the water change to 20%.

 

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Today I created the top. Kit from the hardware store and my wife’s bath scrunchie.

 

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Over the weekend, I worked on the stand. Trimmed and painted.

 

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Not ready for fish yet, but nu rush.

 

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I have movement on my parameters! Getting there!

 

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Next, Nitrites!

 

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I think I'm almost ready! What do you think? Your advice is welcome.

 

[PR_nano]

Nice and simple, following along. What are your plans for stocking? Interested since you plan to rely on water changes for nutrient export.