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It is 1/2" threaded to slip adapter!
Got any better pics of it (underside of lid), and can they be purchased at HD in that color?
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It is 1/2" threaded to slip adapter!
This might be a stupid question but I ordered a Reef Octopus VarioS-6 Controllable DC Circulation Pump for my reefer 450 and was wondering will that plumb directly to the 450 or will modifications be needed to hook it up and if so how difficult will that be? I ask because this is my first tank using a sump so this is all new to me and I feel I'm in over my head before I've even set anything up.
I have the Varios-2 & Reefer 170. The Varios 2 comes with a barbed fitting that will accept 1/2" or 3/4" flexible tubing. The Red Sea is metric and the barbed fitting wouldn't accept 3/4" flexible tubing, so I bought a 3/4" PVC to barb adapter, will wrap some teflon tape (8-10x) around the 3/4" PVC barbed part and use that in place of the Red Sea barbed part. I had a vague idea I'd have to do something like this, but it wasn't clear until it arrived. I used this silicon tubing.
Is everything too big? Lock line is suppose to be really tight and it's a pain to snap together and take apart. If it's simply that your good. If it's too big and slips out then yes you have a problem.Also, what came seems to be 1" interior diameter, not 3/4" -- again, what am I missing here?
Is everything too big? Lock line is suppose to be really tight and it's a pain to snap together and take apart. If it's simply that your good. If it's too big and slips out then yes you have a problem.
Has anyone who ordered the "3/4" Loc-Line Adapter Nozzle Kit with Flare Nozzles" kit from Top Shelf Aquatics received something that simply doesn't fit together? I don't have the actual tank yet, so I can't try attaching anything to the tank.
I got 2 pieces of loc-line, the Y-adapter & 2 flare nozzles, but none of the pieces fit together -- not even close. I don't want to break anything by trying to put it together.
Also, what came seems to be 1" interior diameter, not 3/4" -- again, what am I missing here?
Has anyone who ordered the "3/4" Loc-Line Adapter Nozzle Kit with Flare Nozzles" kit from Top Shelf Aquatics received something that simply doesn't fit together? I don't have the actual tank yet, so I can't try attaching anything to the tank.
I got 2 pieces of loc-line, the Y-adapter & 2 flare nozzles, but none of the pieces fit together -- not even close. I don't want to break anything by trying to put it together.
Also, what came seems to be 1" interior diameter, not 3/4" -- again, what am I missing here?
For anyone who received their 525XL by drop shipment -- how many people did it take to carry your tank from curbside inside?
And if you and all your friends were 6'6 300#, please specify that
Is the pallet easily broken down so that the stand can be carried in separately from the tank?
Trying to figure out how many friends I need to gather at the same time once I get the call from the delivery guys!
When mine was delivered, I got a phone call from the drop shipper a few days beforehand to schedule the deliver (similar to cable guy. They will be there Tuesday between 11 - 3pm). The guy showed up and used a pallet jack to bring the entire thing into my garage. Once in the garage, I used a screw gun to undo the 8-10 screws holding the top of the crate down. Once those were off, you can see the tank and the boxes inside. Its another 6-8 screws to take off the front of the crate. Once those two pieces are off, you can remove the stand, sump and other boxes inside of the crate. Take a look at the tank and make sure you dont see any issues with the glass. Once you do that, THEN sign for the package and let the delivery guy go. The rest of the crate comes apart with a few more screws. and you can stack the whole thing up easily.
I was able to carry each box into my basement without help (though the boxes for the sump and stand are a bit unwieldy). The tank sat in the garage for a few days while I built the stand inside the basement. For the tank, I slid it out of the crate onto some moving blankets and then got it on its end and strapped it to a furniture dolly and was able to get it down into the basement with only some spotting help from my wife. Once down in the basement, I needed her help getting it onto the stand, but it was relatively painless. 3 moderately strong people should have no problem, four if you doubt your own stamina
As for the locline, the outer diameter is close to an 1" but the inner diameter at the narrow end will be 3/4". It takes quite a bit of force to get the locline together, but you're more likely to bust your knuckles before you snap the locline. I like using a kitchen towel wrapped around a pair of locking jaw pliers to press the ends onto the locline. Once they've been put on, the plastic will then be stretched enough to remove and replace easier. 3D printed parts seem to come off and on a bit easier in my experience.
When mine was delivered, I got a phone call from the drop shipper a few days beforehand to schedule the deliver (similar to cable guy. They will be there Tuesday between 11 - 3pm). The guy showed up and used a pallet jack to bring the entire thing into my garage. Once in the garage, I used a screw gun to undo the 8-10 screws holding the top of the crate down. Once those were off, you can see the tank and the boxes inside. Its another 6-8 screws to take off the front of the crate. Once those two pieces are off, you can remove the stand, sump and other boxes inside of the crate. Take a look at the tank and make sure you dont see any issues with the glass. Once you do that, THEN sign for the package and let the delivery guy go. The rest of the crate comes apart with a few more screws. and you can stack the whole thing up easily.
I was able to carry each box into my basement without help (though the boxes for the sump and stand are a bit unwieldy). The tank sat in the garage for a few days while I built the stand inside the basement. For the tank, I slid it out of the crate onto some moving blankets and then got it on its end and strapped it to a furniture dolly and was able to get it down into the basement with only some spotting help from my wife. Once down in the basement, I needed her help getting it onto the stand, but it was relatively painless. 3 moderately strong people should have no problem, four if you doubt your own stamina
As for the locline, the outer diameter is close to an 1" but the inner diameter at the narrow end will be 3/4". It takes quite a bit of force to get the locline together, but you're more likely to bust your knuckles before you snap the locline. I like using a kitchen towel wrapped around a pair of locking jaw pliers to press the ends onto the locline. Once they've been put on, the plastic will then be stretched enough to remove and replace easier. 3D printed parts seem to come off and on a bit easier in my experience.
You make it sound easy. I am amazed that your wife could get it on the stand.I was able to carry each box into my basement without help (though the boxes for the sump and stand are a bit unwieldy). The tank sat in the garage for a few days while I built the stand inside the basement. For the tank, I slid it out of the crate onto some moving blankets and then got it on its end and strapped it to a furniture dolly and was able to get it down into the basement with only some spotting help from my wife. Once down in the basement, I needed her help getting it onto the stand, but it was relatively painless. 3 moderately strong people should have no problem, four if you doubt your own stamina
Big update! Finished the sump area with a manifold, got the tank cycled + 90% water change before adding a 6 line wrasse yesterday. Things are coming along nicely and I'm super happy with the RSR 250. I also added a Randall's goby (aka orange stripe prawn goby) to my nano that will eventually move to the 250.
Good to know, I'll try to keep an eye on any territorial behaviors off the bat.Added a 6 line first? Guess you don't plan on adding any other fish. They look nice, but more often than not become a problem, especially going in first. Hopefully it works out for you. Tank looks good
You make it sound easy. I am amazed that your wife could get it on the stand.
The tank is about 225 pounds, big and breakable. I had a friend from work stop by. It was at my limit for 2 people, at least 2 old guys.
Finally took the plunge and peeled off the black background on my 250. I think I made the right decision. LOL