Tips to make your build thread get noticed!

Discussion in 'Member Tanks' started by hybridazn, May 4, 2016.

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  1. Apr 2, 2018
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    DancingShark

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    I haven't done one because once you see these other refers tanks and build like tearing down walls and even building a house around a huge tank I feel a little underwhelmed by trying to show my tank.

    :)
     
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  2. Apr 2, 2018
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    hybridazn

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    There are build threads all over the spectrum. Don't be ashamed to show your tank! Lots of blood, sweat and tears are poured into all of our tanks.
     
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  3. Apr 2, 2018
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    DancingShark

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    And money lol. I'll get things ready. It's been a year since its up and running. I'll post it up soon.
     
    DancingShark, Apr 2, 2018
  4. Apr 3, 2018
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    C-Reefer

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    Good tips! I update frequently but nobodies come along except for the local reefer I visited and Humblefish for disease help. Oh well haha. Hopefully people come along.
     
    C-Reefer, Apr 3, 2018
  5. Apr 20, 2018
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    Picesduh

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    When viewing topics on the Tapatalk app, how do I start a new thread with a picture shown on the main page before you click the build thread. I see a lot of the others have one
     
    Picesduh, Apr 20, 2018
  6. Apr 21, 2018
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    UCF Alum

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    Same here.
     
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  7. Apr 21, 2018
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    dbl

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    Couple of quick comment to keep in mind. Don't forget your build thread is also for you. It's a great way to track your own progress as well as sharing with others. After a few years, you'll get a kick out of going back to page one and seeing where you are today vs. where you started.

    It was stated earlier, but people may certainly be watching or dropping in on your thread, and you don't realize it. Dont be discouraged and just keeping updating.

    Lastly, don't be afraid to reference your own build thread as you're reviewing and commenting on other threads. You may have experience with "X" that you have discussed in your own build thread. You can share simply by saying something like...For more details, take a look at my build thread. You might be surprised to see others going to take a look.
     
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  8. May 2, 2018
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    Centerline

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    No truer words...
     
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  9. May 26, 2018
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    Sir Chris

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    I realize how old this is but I did not want to start a new post but I cannot find my build thread page I started I just posted a lot of Stand build and thought was it so where do I go 2 access the ability to add my new build. 20g to a 75g sumped. All diy so I took pictures and wanna get it updated. The picture is just to draw in more attention But will b staying in the 20

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  10. May 26, 2018
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    dbl

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    Is this it?
    https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/transitioning-from-30g-no-sump-to-75g-sump-fug.257629/
     
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  11. Aug 26, 2018
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    vetteguy53081

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    Where do you start the thread? I did one on my 93 cube and have many comments from members but no acknowledgement or Badge??

    I want to do one for my drop off tank but want to make sure its' going to proper location for badge and access from viewers
     
    vetteguy53081, Aug 26, 2018
  12. Aug 26, 2018
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    vetteguy53081

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    Mine was June 26th but not recognized as a build or lost somewhere?
     
    vetteguy53081, Aug 26, 2018
  13. Aug 26, 2018
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    dbl

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    Here you go. Take a look at this link for instructions on getting your badge.

    https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/youre-in-trouble-and-in-danger.317089/
     
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  14. Aug 26, 2018
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    vetteguy53081

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  15. Aug 26, 2018
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    vetteguy53081

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    Thanks again- Just submitted build titled: IM fusion Drop off tank build thread
     
    vetteguy53081, Aug 26, 2018
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    vetteguy53081

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  17. Aug 27, 2018
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    Yas

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    Hi,

    I have a simple question. Is the "build thread" a journal for building a tank from scratch? My tank is already built so it's not a pure build thread if I started one. It's gonna be more like a simple tank journal. But I think it's gonna be fun to share some accidents and progress with others. What you think?
     
    Yas, Aug 27, 2018
  18. Aug 28, 2018
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    vetteguy53081

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    Incorpirate that along with pictures to suppirt prigress and you should be on your way
     
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    NY_Caveman

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    People call them build threads, but the title is actually more appropriately titled “Member Tanks.” Tanks in any state can be shared and tracked there.
     
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    Yas

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    Thank you, guys! I'm excited to start my journal here. Hope I get some some feedback from members!
     
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