jsbzcmcdaniel

jsbzcmcdaniel · Nov 17, 2018

I am in the process of gathering all the equipment for my new reef tank build. My tank was ordered last week so it will be a few more weeks before its in and ready to build. Below is the list of equipment purchased or in the process.

* Waterbox 130 Reef Plus - Ordered

* Waterbox Sump - Ordered

* AI Hydra TwentySix HD x 2 - Ordered

* Nyos Quantum 160 Skimmer - Received

* Vectra S1 DC Return Pump - Received

* VorTech MP40wQD x 2 - Ordered

* GEO 415 Media Reactor x 2 - Ordered

* Coralbox Dosing Pump - Ordered - I was originally going to run a calcium reactor as I did in the past but decided to dose 3 part this build

* Neptun Systems Apex Controller with WIFI - Ordered

* Spectra Pure 4 -STAGE 180GPD Deluxe RODI - Ordered

* 150lbs Macro Rock - Ordered

* 120lbs Tropic Eden Mini Reef Flakes - Received

So far that's what I have. I have been out of the hobby for about 10yrs so its a learning curve all over again with equipment. If you have any suggestions or comments on my list or things I missed feel free to chime in. I am really excited to be back and I am taking my time to do it right with good equipment and setup.

I am also new to Reef2Reef but was a very active member on another forum. I am excited to find this forum as it seems its more active. I moved from Chicago to North Dallas in 2015 so I havent ventured into any LFS in the area. I know Chicago was very strong with LFS so I hope to find a local LFS I can pickup some livestock when the time comes.

I will keep this thread open and update my build as equipment comes in and I begin the build.

NY_Caveman · Nov 17, 2018

Sounds like an excellent plan. Looking forward to it. Welcome to R2R!

NY_Caveman · Nov 17, 2018

Also, and you probably thought of this, I would recommend running an auto top off (ATO). Very easy convienient way to keep salinity stable.

jsbzcmcdaniel · Nov 17, 2018

NY_Caveman said:
Also, and you probably thought of this, I would recommend running an auto top off (ATO). Very easy convienient way to keep salinity stable.

I haven't actually - I never did before but its a great idea. I was always concerned it would malfunction and cause a flood. I will need to look into it for sure. Any suggestions? Also something that will work with the APEX?

Kryssie · Nov 18, 2018

Apex has one called ATK. I use a Tunze Osmolator 3155 and it’s pretty great.

Kryssie · Nov 18, 2018

https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/atk-...k-08LozAAS_hSjdXhMIacnkmfUxxh7MhoCeEcQAvD_BwE

https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/tunze-osmolator-universal-3155-auto-top-off.html

jsbzcmcdaniel · Dec 3, 2018

Waterbox 130.4 arrived today! The entire tank was packaged very well and crated. The tank was shrink wrapped and foam blocks lined the inside to keep the sump from contacting the glass. This thing is an absolute piece of art! Beautiful thick glass beveled on the edges and etched Waterbox logo on the corner. The glass overflow has perfect clean cuts and the black glass top fits like a glove. The sump is just as beautiful as the tank itself. I am thrilled to start this build with an amazing tank. I won't be setting it up until after the first of the year but I will be assembling the cabinet so I can start prepping the equipment. Overall I am very happy with the appearance of the entire system.

The cabinet box was a little damaged and it looks like a possible fork penetrated the box and slightly damaged the corner however I do not know where this piece goes so it may be a non issue. I did note the damage on the shipping BOL as well as contacted Waterbox. I spoke with Dean and he assured me if there was any damage to just give them a call and they would make it right. This is one the reasons I chose Waterbox over some of the other tank builders was their customer service and they always pickup the phone and are there to answer any questions.

NY_Caveman · Dec 4, 2018

jsbzcmcdaniel said:
I haven't actually - I never did before but its a great idea. I was always concerned it would malfunction and cause a flood. I will need to look into it for sure. Any suggestions? Also something that will work with the APEX?

I do not have an APEX system. I use the Tunze 3155 which I really like. It has a primary optical sensor, a back up float switch and a time out function. Triple redundancy to prevent floods.

Manny Tavan · Dec 5, 2018

looks like a fun build. keep us updated.
I ordered the 190.5

jsbzcmcdaniel · Dec 5, 2018

Did a little more prep work today. Assembled the stand and wood accent wall where the tank will be setup. I think the accent wall will be a nice touch when the tank is up and running.

Michael Gray · Apr 24, 2019

Where is the update on this. I wanna see what 150lbs of macro rock looks like inside the 130.4. Looking to find out how much to order for my 130.4 on order

jsbzcmcdaniel · Apr 25, 2019

Michael - Yeah I am a slacker when it comes to updating the build thread. 150lbs was a good amount but ended up with some extra. I used the extra for my wifes WB60 build. I need to get some photos of where things are now. I have built and started over a couple weeks ago. Long story short, I changed from a sand bottom to the BRS/WWC hybrid bare bottom. I added two additional MP40's for a total of 4 plus changed my lights from Hydra26 HD's to a Sunpower 8x54w T5 fixture with two SBReef LED actinic Sbars. I am also struggling to keep my PO4 & NO3 in an optimal range so I started dosing Brightwell NeoNitro & NeoPhos to raise them.