Another Oceanic 144 half circle

[Mkeller088]

 

[Mkeller088]

This is my first documented build attempt.
I purchased this 144 for 400 bucks. Included the stand, but the mda was wet and blowing out. The tank was used as a fresh water display, and is in great shape except for the glass on the inside is scratched from top to bottom.
luckily for me, I do glass scratch removal for a living! . this is a pic of the tank on its face getting sanded with 180 grit.
I have another 144 up and running, and the stand is starting to go. I’m going to take advantage of having 2, so I will be able to take my time , make this one perfect, and build a stand made of maple I think.
Any suggestions on the stand material are welcome.
I love these tanks.
The dog is my best friend on the planet. His name is Bear.

 

[Mkeller088]

My existing tank

 

[Keithb22]

Look killer! Definitely following along on this one.

 

[Mkeller088]

Look killer! Definitely following along on this one.

Back to building finally.

 

[Mkeller088]

It’s been since March that I have posted. All the sanding and polishing is done, it came out beautifully. The stand will be ready Dec. 18th. Very excited.
went with 2 G5 lights. I am now starting the aquascape. I’m starting with a 70 pound shelf rock as my base. I’m breaking it into 3. I want a center scape for flow around the back, with an arch or two. I’ll hold it together with acrylic rods.
I painted the back black on this one.

 

[Mkeller088]

Custom sump for the clarisea filter. 2 Cor 20 pumps.

 

[DeepintheReef]

What’s your sanding process? I’ve gotten rid of a few of the half circle and Bowfront tanks due to scratches and would love some advice on the process

 

[Mkeller088]

What’s your sanding process? I’ve gotten rid of a few of the half circle and Bowfront tanks due to scratches and would love some advice on the process

I don’t recommend trying it. Especially on a curved tank. Many years of experience is a must. I’ve tried to train people, and distorting the glass is always a problem the first year. Heat must be monitored, feathering is a must, constant movement, start and stop on the glass not before or after.....so many nuances. If you need one done, let me know.

 

[Mkeller088]

Started the aquascape. Inverted arches. I love it.

 

[Mkeller088]

Started tear down of the old tank. Corals in one tub, rock I’m keeping in the other with fish and critters. . I traded 90 lbs of live rock for more arches.

 

[Mkeller088]

 

[Mkeller088]

 

[Mkeller088]

 

[Mkeller088]

Control central is directly behind the tank. I am going to change the wall from 4 inches thick to 7 inches thick, and cover the controls, so they won’t protrude out into the hall.

 

[Mkeller088]

I think the aqua scape is ready

 

[Mkeller088]

Sump and plumbing plans begin while the dry caribsea cycles with TIMS ONE AND ONLY. Mounting a Clearwater 100 on the stands back wall along with an up right UV.

 

[Mkeller088]

The board is under way. Ordered the battery back up this morning. 72 inches x 30 3/4. It’s going in the wall. I have to widen the wall with 2x8’s to make room for the 6 inch thick dos pumps and alk/calc container

 

[spfahnestock]

I have a 144 also that is currently sitting in my garage waiting on me to get all the equipment together.

I am down to just needing powerheads and the return pump.

I have loved this stile and size tank since I first saw it at a good friends house.

I will be following along for ideas on mine as I watch your build.

What return pump and powerheads are you using?

 

[Mkeller088]

I have a 144 also that is currently sitting in my garage waiting on me to get all the equipment together.

I am down to just needing powerheads and the return pump.

I have loved this stile and size tank since I first saw it at a good friends house.

I will be following along for ideas on mine as I watch your build.

What return pump and powerheads are you using?

2 COR 20’s. One direct to the right overflow, and one for the manifold.
I will run 3 MP40’s One will be in the center