IM 75EXT - Mixed Reef Build

[mooshoo62]

Hi All,

I’m setting up a IM 75EXT for mix reef use after 10 years out of the hobby. Thought I would start this thread to share the build and get advice/feedback as I go along.

I spent some time modifying the the plumbing kit to (1) allow for offsetting the sump in the stand to make room for a cabinet/controller board. (2) hard plum the UV sterilizer into one of the return lines. All modifications are dry fitted and can be adjusted.

Looking for feedback on the UV setup pictured below. I would have liked to have the ball valve before the UV sterilizer, but couldn’t think of a clean way to make this work with the flow sensor. Any problems with the set up that any of you can see? What else am I not thinking of?

Cabinet/controller board build starting soon.

Thanks!
David

 

[lapin]

looks good

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Nice looking aquascape!

 

[mooshoo62]

Nice looking aquascape!

Thanks! First time doing an NSA, but I used the crushed rock and CA glue method and it worked well.

Only thing I’m contemplating is to machine down the top of the overhang because it looks a little bulky.

 

[mooshoo62]

Controller board/cabinet is almost done. Just prepping for painting. Soon I’ll be installing, doing wire management and finally cycling.

 

[mooshoo62]

Controller board/cabinet is almost done. Just prepping for painting. Soon I’ll be installing, doing wire management and finally cycling.

It took some Vasaline to get it positioned into the stand because of the waterproofing material in the stand, but it’s in and I’m super happy how this turned out.

 

[mooshoo62]

Cycle is complete. Time to add some fish.