Joel B in FL
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Following along. This sounds like it is going to be a really nice build.
Jason's 467 Gallon (120x30x30) Tank Build in SoCal
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Got the wall patched and sump in place yesterday. It's on 1/2" foam per the recommendation of Advanced Acrylic. I have to figure out how to seal the foam. Everything else is sealed so water won't collect or damage except the foam. Anyone else seal their foam or have any ideas? I thought about just painting it and calking it which would probably work.
From top to bottom:
Abyzz 200 return pump, then Ecotech L1 manifold pump and lastly the Blueline pump for the Euroreef skimmer. Next project is to build a little stand for these all to sit on and level each one out with the bulkheads.
From top to bottom:
Abyzz 200 return pump, then Ecotech L1 manifold pump and lastly the Blueline pump for the Euroreef skimmer. Next project is to build a little stand for these all to sit on and level each one out with the bulkheads.
NeverlosT
SPS nut
looking good! Do yourself a favor and plumb the Vectra L1 so that it can live up to its full potential (not using the blue collars that it comes with, use the special thread fittings that allow you to use larger inlet and outlet plumbing, I think it is british thread or something like that, you can get them from Ecotech).
That main return pump is something to drool over, nice looking sump as well, are those filter socks behind the taped area on the sump?
I plan on using A.G.E. for a 300g project hopefully soon, please let me know what you think of their build quality and service! Also, did you have them build your stand or did you source it locally?
Keep up the great work!
That main return pump is something to drool over, nice looking sump as well, are those filter socks behind the taped area on the sump?
I plan on using A.G.E. for a 300g project hopefully soon, please let me know what you think of their build quality and service! Also, did you have them build your stand or did you source it locally?
Keep up the great work!
OP
OP
I did order the conversion piece so I'll use that on the output side. The true union's threaded adapter seems to fit correctly on the input side of the pump. I through they would be different sizes, but it seems it's the same.
Yes, I have 5 socks in the return section under the enclosure. Here is a pic:
So far the experience with AGE has been great. Chris kicks butt and is a cool guy to work with. It took a little longer than I had hoped to actually build it but it ended up being OK since I'm now just getting things finished and able to receive the tank. I used them for the stand as well and went with the "white glove" delivery so they do everything including level it.
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Just ordered the DaStaCo XtremA Model A-4. Unique has a shipment coming in June 5 so I grabbed one.
reef_ranch
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Good move! You'll love it
MarsRover
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Holy moly! $2k for a calcium reactor?! Wow. Had no idea.
Looking forward to our tanks being delivered. Being that yours is literally twice the size of mine, this build is BIG. I wish I had a basement or a room to dedicate as a fish room. Guess that's what I get for wanting to live on top of a mountain
Looking forward to your build jason. Hope to see it in person some time.
joro
That Guy
Anything is possible with patience and money
Our new 336G DT is arriving next week and we had to do a lot of work to ensure it was supported correctly given the floor position was less than ideal.
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She's here! Tank is VERY nice. It's built like a tank...I mean it's a tank...you get it. I can't believe AGE moved it with just 2 guys. Supermen.
I'm sitting on the couch thinking of all the "work" I have to do now...crap
I'm sitting on the couch thinking of all the "work" I have to do now...crap
marissas47
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Wow that is huge ! What an exciting day for you !! Definitely following along
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AGE's design and build and it's solid steel. I trust they know what they are doing.
MarsRover
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Yay!!!! I'm next!
Jason, that tank is a BEAST! I'm pretty amazed the two guys could do that. Incredible.
As for supporting the weight, I trust A.G.E. to build their stands.
Now, to build something crazy like Chris is trying to bring to MACNA, I'm helping him with the math on that one.......
Stoked for your tank Jason!
Jason, that tank is a BEAST! I'm pretty amazed the two guys could do that. Incredible.
As for supporting the weight, I trust A.G.E. to build their stands.
Now, to build something crazy like Chris is trying to bring to MACNA, I'm helping him with the math on that one.......
Stoked for your tank Jason!
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