The flying Dutchman - My Ocean in a box!

[xaflatoonx]

Now -

this post is specifically to appreciate the absolutely superior product, service and support that i have received from @Crystal Reef Aquatics for their Sump, ATO and fuge setup.
As mentioned before i dealt with Mike who was great through out the process of ordering and delivering the product.

Not only is this superior craftsmanship but the support system to follow through with it.

I ended up using red carbon fiber vinyl based on inspiration from @Thanh Truong 's build. That would work really well with my plumbing scheme as well.

some pictures for you to feast your eyes.

 

[xaflatoonx]

Finally - update on the tank.
Being leak tested at CDA right now as we speak.

i tell you guys - i can almost taste the saltiness..... so excited.

Pictures.

 

[xaflatoonx]

Looking forward to your comments questions and feedback friends.

 

[xaflatoonx]

Thank so much for the support. Appreciate you checking in with me during the MIA period.

Looking awesome sir, stand looks like it turned out perfect. Digging it all lit up..

 

[Reef370]

Sooooo........ jealous!!

 

[norfolkgarden]

Sooooo........ jealous!!

Lol, me too.

It looks like a beautiful build!

Many years of success with it!

 

[1WildBill]

Everything looks great. Don’t worry about the shine of that alkyd paint, it’ll die down some as it cures. I’m super jealous of your build.

 

[xaflatoonx]

thank you all for your support.... Looking forward to keeping you guys updated on the stand.
hopefully more progress this weekend - and that big box of salty love gets shipped out as soon as it can.

 

[HollaAtChaReefBoy]

Looking SICK bro! Such an epic build!

 

[xaflatoonx]

Your appreciation is very encouraging - seriously!

Looking SICK bro! Such an epic build!

 

[McFly]

Did your tank arrive yet?

 

[Mariette]

Ahhhh I want mooooooore!!!!!

 

[xaflatoonx]

Update :

The tank arrived a week ago.

Unfortunately, there was an issue with the return holes that were drilled -
they were not according to the build order.

However - CDA was extremely supportive.
They asked to be given a chance to rebuild the tank in 3 weeks as a replacement. That clock started on March 28th.

So now - i am waiting for the new tank to come through in about 3 weeks (including delivery time).

It was heart breaking - but i am at ease that the good folks at CDA are doing what they can to help.

I appreciate you guys asking for updates - I really am.

 

[Mariette]

Update :

The tank arrived a week ago.

Unfortunately, there was an issue with the return holes that were drilled -
they were not according to the build order.

However - CDA was extremely supportive.
They asked to be given a chance to rebuild the tank in 3 weeks as a replacement. That clock started on March 28th.

So now - i am waiting for the new tank to come through in about 3 weeks (including delivery time).

It was heart breaking - but i am at ease that the good folks at CDA are doing what they can to help.

I appreciate you guys asking for updates - I really am.

Awesome. Well worth the wait for a good product. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.

 

[HollaAtChaReefBoy]

The anticipation!!!! Everything in this hobby test our patience! lol...

 

[xaflatoonx]

Lol. Truer words have not been said.

 

[Reef370]

Time for an update??

 

[xaflatoonx]

Long overdue sir - still ironing out some kinks...
soon ... very soon.

 

[Reef370]

Can’t wait dude!!

 

[justingraham]

Do u get to keep the old tank?