Partner Member Red Sea 525 XL

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Here is what I purchased.

However if you want a single nozzle, then all you will need is the adapter and the appropriately sized nozzle.

No tape needed.

Definitely want two, thank you kindly this is awesome!

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Here is what I purchased.

However if you want a single nozzle, then all you will need is the adapter and the appropriately sized nozzle.

No tape needed.

Turns out you can buy everything you need as a package.

 

[mta_morrow]

Turns out you can buy everything you need as a package.

That’s excellent! I guess they sell enough of that combo that they created the package!

Can’t wait to see this all come together for you!

Please let me know if I can help with anything else.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

That’s excellent! I guess they sell enough of that combo that they created the package!

Can’t wait to see this all come together for you!

Please let me know if I can help with anything else.

I appreciate that very much, thank you!

If you happen to have a tape measure around and want to get some inside dimensions of the tank, I would take you up on that

Please don't go out of your way though. I could probably take the dimensions and subtract the thickness of the glass to be close enough.

 

[mta_morrow]

I appreciate that very much, thank you!

If you happen to have a tape measure around and want to get some inside dimensions of the tank, I would take you up on that

Please don't go out of your way though. I could probably take the dimensions and subtract the thickness of the glass to be close enough.

I will get them for you this evening

 

[mta_morrow]

I will get them for you this evening

Here are the measurements inside to inside glass

58 1/8 x 21 5/16. These are VERY close as
It is metric.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Here are the measurements inside to inside glass

58 1/8 x 21 5/16. These are VERY close as
It is metric.

Thank you very much!!

 

[pshootr]

Good Morning everyone,

Well I won the Red Sea tank in the giveaway. I still can't believe it. Of course my build started shortly after finding out(and running around celebrating for 20mins). I was hoping that I would have a spot for the Peninsula, but unfortunately I just don't right now. Still, the 525 XL is an amazing tank.

Right now I'm lining up some people to purchase the equipment from my current setup that I will not use and that has gone pretty well considering it's been one day. Funds are low with a new baby and house, so I will be funding it from the sell off. So the wait begins for the tank to arrive. Here's my current list of items i'll be looking to get.

Neptune WAV - I'm going this route because I prefer the pumps on the back wall and they can be angled in several directions. I believe this should be good for an SPS dominated tank?

MH/T5 combo - this may prove more difficult as the light I was looking at has been discontinued. The search continues. I may have to build a canopy and diy this.

Rock/Sand?? - I'm in the air on sand for some reason, but will figure that out. I'm leaning towards dry rock since I have 20lbs of live and 20lbs of what was dry in my current tank. I'm hoping to move everything over somewhat swiftly.

Protein Skimmer - What's everyone using?

I have no LFS within a 2 hour drive, so I'm on my own. Dr. Tims and any other helpful bacteria I can add will be. Luckily I don't have a ton of money into corals yet, I'd just prefer to keep my three fish alive and the rest will come with time.

That all said, I will update when the tank arrives. In the meantime, post pics of your Reefer 525 XL, make recommendations on a smooth move and choice of skimmers. Experience with WAV.

Thanks all!

Wow man, that's awesome! Sounds like you are on track for a solid system. You must be very excited! Looking forward to following your build. [emoji106]

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Wow man, that's awesome! Sounds like you are on track for a solid system. You must be very excited! Looking forward to following your build. [emoji106]

Thank you! Trying to do this one right since I rushed my 40g. On top of that winning the tank over all the people who have amazing tanks on this site puts a little pressure on to make sure it comes out well. Having everyone's input is important as without everyone I wouldn't have the opportunity.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Two gyre's waiting for their new home.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Quick Equipment update:
Reefer XL 525
Hamilton Cebu Sun 2 x 250w Radiums MH & 4 x 54w T5 (four blue plus)
2 x XF250 Gyre's with controller (somehow changed my mind from WAV)
I have a Jebao DCT 15000 (3954gph) in my mixing station and a 6000 on my current tank, which may be enough. I'll be generating most the flow with the gyre's.
Finnex Heaters - 1 x 300w & 1 x 200w
40lbs Caribsea Life Rock + plus 40lbs live rock from current tank
Reef Octopus 202s
Vivid Aquatics Reef return upgrade with two 3/4" RFG
Fuge light - Cob LED Grow Light
Aqua UV 57W sterilizer

That's it... everything on order. Wait for the arrival and more to come.

 

[pshootr]

Sweet man, this is going to be awesome!

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Tank shipped out on the 14th. Looks like it may arrive Wednesday/Monday.... !!!

 

[mta_morrow]

Tank shipped out on the 14th. Looks like it may arrive Wednesday/Monday.... !!!

Super excited for you!

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Super excited for you!

Thank you very much!

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Taking a drive tomorrow to pick up the new tank!!

 

[Sumo Reef]

Cant wait to see this! Congrats on the win!

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Cant wait to see this! Congrats on the win!

Thank you! I'm still in shock. Can't wait to get the tank in the house and start getting things together. Just got confirmation that my 40lbs of rock delivered and my new light will arrive tomorrow.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

Well 8 hour road trip today in a blizzard, but the tank is inside. Unfortunately Red Sea sent the black cabinet instead of white. It I think I can deal with that.

 

[reacclimating 2 the hobby]

So I was wrong about the cabinet. Did get the white. RS really needs to work on either better directions or labeling the parts. They are labeled in the directions, but not labeled themselves to match them up. I received two bottom cross braces. A black and a white. Before realizing I had already finished the stand with the black. I'm not too bothered by it. Calling it a night here. More to come this weekend. Water test and hopefully moving in. Can see how big my 40 breeder stand is compared to the 525xl stand.