Tristian's Reef : 325 Gallon Build Prbly Flooding the Floor Again...

[Asonitez]

@ReefSlice - I actually have acrylic panels that will enclose the entire stand to where the aluminum supports are not visible.
Since I don't have a fish-room all of my equipment needs to be under the stand.

In order to build a floor for the sump I cut and notched out a piece of 1/2" Sanded plywood that was also Kilz'ed to ensure that it won't suffer water damage. On-top of that sanded ply is another piece of 1/2" polystyrene foam similar to what is under the tank.

As promised everyone here is a close up of what went into making my tank and all of its features!

 

[ReefSlice]

Thanks! Can't wait to see it finished, I'm very interested in the acrylic enclosure, I'll be following along.

 

[Asonitez]

So the sump arrived today! Full Unboxing video to follow tonight. I only got to barely inspect it before going back to work!

DSC01059 by Tristian Allicock, on Flickr

DSC01055 by Tristian Allicock, on Flickr

DSC01054 by Tristian Allicock, on Flickr

 

[SeahorseKeeper]

This is exciting!! Looking forward to seeing your tank come together!!

 

[lilchris_357]

Nice build. I have been following you on Youtube, I'm Noble Reef. I will continue to follow.

 

[Asonitez]

Here is the review and unboxing of the Crystal Reef Aquatics SR60 sump.

 

[Asonitez]

In this episode we take a look at the Live Rock that I choose to go into my new tank. I also show how I'm cooking it and what my thoughts are on reefing today when you don't abide by the 1lb per gallon rule. Please like and subscribe! if you must leave a thumbs down please let me know how I can make the videos better and earn your thumbs up!

 

[pelphrey]

Following along on the build thread!

 

[Asonitez]

In this episode, my friends and I take a trip to NJ in search of inspiration and relaxation from the stresses of building a new reef. Thank for watching everyone and If you enjoy my content please like and subscribe.

 

[Asonitez]

Finally Picked out my Refugium and Refugium options! Also Plumbing arrived!!!!!!!!

 

[Asonitez]

Decided against full hard plumbing due to some tight turns and constraints. Flex PVC to the rescue!

 

[Crystal Reef Aquatics]

We're loving your videos! I'm excited to see your system up and running!

 

[Asonitez]

Plumbing is coming along great! My biggest challenges so far is getting nice tight turns and twists. It’s one of those challenges with center mount overflows.

 

[pelphrey]

Did I miss the lighting you are using under the tank? Looking great!

 

[Asonitez]

Did I miss the lighting you are using under the tank? Looking great!

I didn’t mention it but it will be in the plumbing video!

 

[Asonitez]

Tank has been moved into its final location. RODI has been going non stop now for 18 hours!! Almost filled!!

 

[Initialr]

WoW, looking great. Wish I knew about framingtech.com when I started mine.

 

[twf0369]

Tristian...first class my friend. Did you mention what return pump you are using on your build?

 

[Asonitez]

I'm going to be using the COR20 but I have a few other pumps I might try if its not enough. It should be fine though.
In other news, here is the full plumbing adventure!

 

[Savo]

Is this a scolymia coral? its amazing