Awesome build, nice to see another RSR250 taking shape, my build is one month older than yours, take a look at my build to see if you need any ideas, so far love the cabinet setup, I also have an apex love it, ask any questions you want.
RL6723's Red Sea 250
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Brent Behringer
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can you give me clear measurements of the inside width and length of your 250 stand (clear from the little rubber matting that goes about an 1" up the walls. I'm working to have a custom sump built. I haven't received my tank/stand yet, but wanted to get a jump on the sump custom build.
From matting to front of stand is 17 1/8" deep. From side matting to side matting is 33 1/2" wide, however you will not be able to use that full width as the door hinges are in the way. From door hinge to door hinge it is about 32" wide
Brent Behringer
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Super thanks this helps me a ton! Still weighing my options. May end up staying with the stock sump.
powers2001
started reefing 1999
@RL6723 where did you get those disks you are using to cover the camlock holes may I ask? Build is looking great!!One of the last things to do for today was to install these camlock covers. The problem i had with the red sea cam lock covers was that the rubber was a little too thick in places and i could not install them all. So what I did was order these waterproof hole covers. I was able to cover all of the holes which is a small thing but i felt like they needed to be covered to prevent water from getting in the mdf.
Did some cementing of the scape when I had time after work this week. I was very happy with the reults of the E Marco 400, it is extremely strong and I feel very confident in it. I let it cure for about 5 days and the structure feels very solid. I completely forgot to take pics during the process, but trust me its easy to make a mess!! Here is some pics with the scape in the tank
I also shimmed the stand due to my uneven floor. Fairly easy to do on this tank, although I was not very far off level so shims needed were minimal. I think I used a total of 5 composite shims or so.
I also decided to go with 2 MP40s. Originally I was gonna go with 1 MP40 and 2x MP10s just because thats what I had, but after reading mixed reviews about how well the MP10s would hold to the Reefer glass, I decided to scrap that and just buy another MP40. This tank will also be bare bottom so I dont have to worry about a sandstorm.
Next up is some wire management and getting everything set to start cycling!!
I also decided to go with 2 MP40s. Originally I was gonna go with 1 MP40 and 2x MP10s just because thats what I had, but after reading mixed reviews about how well the MP10s would hold to the Reefer glass, I decided to scrap that and just buy another MP40. This tank will also be bare bottom so I dont have to worry about a sandstorm.
Next up is some wire management and getting everything set to start cycling!!
Got the Radions up and mounted today, and also place my mp 40 in the tank. Just waiting on my other MP40 which should be here today. Also I leak tested the bulkheads I did have a minor leak at one of the drains but the o ring had slipped so I just needed to re set it and tighten down. Im making water now to fill, but I may eait until next weekend to fill it up, that way I can be home for a day or 2 while its running to make sure everything is going good.
Test run with the radions, just wanted to check out the spread, which i knew was gonna be overkill regardless. Once I transfer the apex over from my other tank I will dial everything in. I wont be using any lighting throughout the cycle so theres no rush on that.
Just wanted to give anybody whos is planning to mount Ecotech drivers similar to how I did it a heads up. I didnt really think about it until I went to mount the driver, that the dry side appears to be hard wired in. I took the driver apart and found its a simple harness plug inside that I just unplugged, routed my cables than plugged back in and re assmebled.
Just wanted to give anybody whos is planning to mount Ecotech drivers similar to how I did it a heads up. I didnt really think about it until I went to mount the driver, that the dry side appears to be hard wired in. I took the driver apart and found its a simple harness plug inside that I just unplugged, routed my cables than plugged back in and re assmebled.
You are very correct and I forgot to add that disclaimer to do this at your own risk. I am willing to take that risk as I had a certain look I was going for. Ecotechs warranty is for 1 year and out of all the the mp10s and 40s ive owned they have all lasted last that period. I agree though that you should definitely keep warrantys in mind when modifying equipment.
powers2001
started reefing 1999
@RL6723 yeah the new Tunze controllables are the same way. Comes in very handy when mounting drivers.Just wanted to give anybody whos is planning to mount Ecotech drivers similar to how I did it a heads up. I didnt really think about it until I went to mount the driver, that the dry side appears to be hard wired in. I took the driver apart and found its a simple harness plug inside that I just unplugged, routed my cables than plugged back in and re assmebled.
Yea it definitely makes it a lot easier. I was between Tunze and ecotech, but decided to go with what I know as far as powerheads. I love the MPs and have had pretty good experiences with them.
powers2001
started reefing 1999
@RL6723 I’ve used both Tunze and Ecotech wavemakers and to tell you the truth I wouldn’t be able to pick one over the other and until I saw the new Icecap Wi-Fi gyres I think I found what I’m looking for. They connect to the CoralVue Wi-Fi Hydros app and an Apex simultaneously. You use the Hydros app to set the wavemaking and then the Apex does the rest like synchronizing the gyres to everything controlled by the Apex. That’s redundancy and if your Apex should happen to go down you can control the gyres remotely when also connected to a BBU.
@powers2001 wow thats interesting!! I have always wanted to try the Gyres out, but heard that programming them was not as easy. Im going to have to do some research on them
Today is the day we get this tank wet!!!! So far so good, no leaks and everything is staying level. I also buttoned up the equipment cabinet, so its ready for when I swap the apex over. Im hoping to have salt in it by tomorrow morning
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