Build Thread: New Tank

[Lisa Cain]

Hello Everyone,

I want to share the progress of my new tank. I am excited to have an upgrade from the 65 gallon Red Sea Max all in one. The hard part was having to take out the rocks and most of the water from my old tank so that they can move it to the side. I still have it and all of my tank inhabitants are in it. However, they went through a very stressful period. It seems as if everyone is okay. I was so busy trying to take care of the old tank that I did not watch everything that they did with the new tank. I transferred live rock from my old tank and about 12 gallons of water from my old tank. I have to figure out how long it will take before I slowly add to the new tank. Some people transfer quickly.
I have to read about how to set up a beautiful display. The water in the new tank was almost clear last night. I like the fact that there is very little noise.

Tank Details
Tank - Planet 120 Reef 48.5 x 24.5x25
Sump -Sapphire 34

• Dimensions: 34" long x 15" wide x 15" high
• Skimmer Section: 10" x 14"
• Center/Refugium Section: 10.25" x 14.5"
• Return Pump Section: 6" x 14.5"
• Total Water Volume: 31 gallons
• Skimmer Water Level: 7" to 9.5" adjustable
• Drain Input Fittings: 2
• Drain Input Fitting Size: 1"
• Filter Socks: 2

Pump: Sicce Syncra 5.0 Aquarium Pump -1321 gphc
Skimmer: Magtool N-170 Heavy Bioload up to 135 gallons
Sand-Caribsea Arag-Alive Bimini Pin 20 lb
Kessel A360XE-TB Tuna Blue LED (2) (Still trying to compare the AI Prime and Hydro Light. Are there problems with the Kessel
Kessil AP700 Mounting Arm
Eheim Jaga Heater 125W
Classic Stand 48x24x36
Planet 120/140 Glass Top 3 pc set. I decided to save money and not get a wooden canopy

 

[lapin]

Looks good.
You might add some more rock. More places to put coral . More places for fish to hide.

 

[Lisa Cain]

Looks good.
You might add some more rock. More places to put coral . More places for fish to hide.

Yes, I will be adding the remainder of the rock from my old tank and purchasing new rock. I have to read about how to design the aquascape. My fish love to hide a night.

 

[Lisa Cain]

Looks good.
You might add some more rock. More places to put coral . More places for fish to hide.

I also have to figure out if the positioning of the lights in regards to height is sufficient.

 

[Lisa Cain]

Hello Everyone,

I want to share the progress of my new tank. I am excited to have an upgrade from the 65 gallon Red Sea Max all in one. The hard part was having to take out the rocks and most of the water from my old tank so that they can move it to the side. I still have it and all of my tank inhabitants are in it. However, they went through a very stressful period. It seems as if everyone is okay. I was so busy trying to take care of the old tank that I did not watch everything that they did with the new tank. I transferred live rock from my old tank and about 12 gallons of water from my old tank. I have to figure out how long it will take before I slowly add to the new tank. Some people transfer quickly.
I have to read about how to set up a beautiful display. The water in the new tank was almost clear last night. I like the fact that there is very little noise.

Tank Details
Tank - Planet 120 Reef 48.5 x 24.5x25
Sump -Sapphire 34

• Dimensions: 34" long x 15" wide x 15" high
• Skimmer Section: 10" x 14"
• Center/Refugium Section: 10.25" x 14.5"
• Return Pump Section: 6" x 14.5"
• Total Water Volume: 31 gallons
• Skimmer Water Level: 7" to 9.5" adjustable
• Drain Input Fittings: 2
• Drain Input Fitting Size: 1"
• Filter Socks: 2

Pump: Sicce Syncra 5.0 Aquarium Pump -1321 gphc
Skimmer: Magtool N-170 Heavy Bioload up to 135 gallons
Sand-Caribsea Arag-Alive Bimini Pin 20 lb
Kessel A360XE-TB Tuna Blue LED (2) (Still trying to compare the AI Prime and Hydro Light. Are there problems with the Kessel
Kessil AP700 Mounting Arm
Eheim Jaga Heater 125W
Classic Stand 48x24x36
Planet 120/140 Glass Top 3 pc set. I decided to save money and not get a wooden canopy

10 day Update
My tank is doing okay and seems to be cycled. However, I will continue to work on the water chemistry. If the water chemistry improves, I need to test the PH, I will introduce items slowly next week. One fist and coral at a time. I think I need to increase the alkalinity. I have attached a picture of the tank. I have started to aquascape.

Nitrate 4
Ammonia 0
Salinity 1.025
Magnesium 1410
Calcium 350 - another test said 370
Phosphate 0
alkalinity/KH 10,7
Temperature 78 degrees