JCP Reefsys 326

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Bought my second tank last night

Aquaone Reefsys 326

Current equipment installed:
-Deltec Skimmer
-Aquamedic DC runner 3.1 return pump

filling tank as we speak for water test. If all good thinking of shutting down my minireef 160 and possibly selling or reusing (undecided yet).

Any recommendations on what rock to go? I want to have a lot of caves on this one but not sure on style.

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Can't wait to see what all gets added to the tank!

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Can't wait to see what all gets added to the tank!

Yeah same here!! I’m gonna aquascape my rock properly with this one, will see how good I am haha but that’s definitely the next step then on to the good ol’ cycle

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Finally full of water today and started the water test.

Next up rock hardscape

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Started the rock scape today. Just under half done. A bit messy atm as it’s not complete but what’s the thoughts on the hardscape? Heading in the right direction? I wanted a cove section and the next lot will hopefully be a bit more open cave style joining on . First time breaking and reassembling the rock tho lol. Definitely looks better in person and think it’s alright for my first go lol

 

[Gumbies R Us]

I like the aquascape! Has a unique look to it and plenty of hiding spots for livestock as well!

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

I like the aquascape! Has a unique look to it and plenty of hiding spots for livestock as well!

Will look 100% better once it’s all done tho hopefully get it all together this week and can do some updated photos.

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Hardscape is all done on to filling with water and starting a fish less cycle. Yes I know there’s a love heart in the middle, missus orders don’t ask LOL

 

[kevgib67]

Well done, looks great! Can’t wait to see it full of life!

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Well done, looks great! Can’t wait to see it full of life!

Thanks mate, complete amateur when it comes to scaping but I’m happy with the outcome

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Filled with water, salt mixed, sump set up. Running skimmer and socks for the day then turn them off / take out and start the fishless cycle tonight.

Using the Dr Tims fishless cycle method. Who else has done this method? Any extra tips?

 

[JCP_HobbyReefer]

Day 5 of cycling using the Dr Tim’s fishless method and the cycles doing its thing (charted using the red sea test kit)
No lights are on for now but am turning on once I get the first fish to bring on the uglies