Starting with a 40 Breeder Build

[Philly Reefer]

Well.. its been while since my last update.
I have primed and painted my stand cover.

Got my AI Prime 16HD

Bubble Magus Curve Elite 5

And just now...
Cut and cemented my return line

Now if only I finished the 2nd drain line

 

[Philly Reefer]

Water test day!!!

I do need to finish that 2nd drain... LoL

PS: disregard the zipties. Thats temporary

 

[Philly Reefer]

Finally done with plumbing.

Now all I need is to drain these tanks. And move them inside.

PS.. Just found out I need a new resin container for my rodi system.. there goes filling it up this weekend...

 

[CoralVue_Marketing]

Finally done with plumbing.

Now all I need is to drain these tanks. And move them inside.

PS.. Just found out I need a new resin container for my rodi system.. there goes filling it up this weekend...

Love all the handiwork!

 

[Philly Reefer]

Finally Tank is moved to the proper place.

Front covers are easily removed.

Next.... Rocks

 

[Philly Reefer]

Rocks are in place

 

[Philly Reefer]

Forgot to post yesterday.
Sands are in.

I also finally got the rodi filters replaced and was able to get 20g last night. Today. Fill up time

 

[Philly Reefer]

 

[Philly Reefer]

Getting there.. just got word that this coming sunday petco will have $ per gallon tank. So I am going to wait until I got that and silicone the sump kit to fill the sump. I started the cycling for the tank though.

Somehow I never mentioned I got the 2 MP10s. But got them of ebay the other day. All I can say that they worked but noisy. I would slowly upgrade them.

Cable management would the last thing that will be done. LoL

 

[Philly Reefer]

Got my 20g long from petco. $2 off with curbside pick up. So its $19.08. not bad.

1st phase of silicone is done.

I also swing by my local lfs. They have tropic marin pro reef for way cheaper than BRS. Nice! Also picked up Dr. Tims one and only.

 

[Philly Reefer]

Sump is done. Just need to wait to cure.

In hindsight, should've use paint tape. But o well... Not like we going to stare at the sump all the time. LoL

 

[Philly Reefer]

Got my ATO container. I don't need to drill it too.

I didn't think it would be this big . But o well....

 

[Philly Reefer]

LOL..
I can use the spigot too.

 

[Philly Reefer]

I am going to try this for my refugium light.

 

[Philly Reefer]

Well... Slight set back on my sump..

I forgot to silicone that black part... So the water is not contained on the small intake chamber

 

[btmedic04]

Awww nuts! I hate when I do something like that. Maybe you could try to run a bead of silicon on those sides just to seal it since its not a structural joint and there isn't much volume in that chamber?

 

[Philly Reefer]

Yeah @btmedic04. I am letting it dry for now, and will silicone both sides. The waiting to cure will be the long excruciating wait ..

 

[btmedic04]

Yeah @btmedic04. I am letting it dry for now, and will silicone both sides. The waiting to cure will be the long excruciating wait ..

I totally feel your pain bud. Maybe take that time offered and plan out your electrical just to keep your mind occupied instead of thinking about the curing time? At least thats what I would do in your situation

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Very clean! Nice work!

 

[Philly Reefer]

I totally feel your pain bud. Maybe take that time offered and plan out your electrical just to keep your mind occupied instead of thinking about the curing time? At least thats what I would do in your situation

Yeah I already have a plan for the wiring. The one thats not set up is the ato. For obvious reason...

Just did the silicone by hands. The stupid tube doesnt fit in.. its not pretty.. but o well.
I am taking the long wait for the silicone, I was going to wait for a week from monday. But fortunately, I tried it today. Now I will wait until sunday or monday to test it again. Then maybe another 48hours just to be safe with the curing...