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Forum: Reef Discussion 01/11/2008, 09:41 AM
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Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
The 55 gallon sump is going next to the tank...

The 55 gallon sump is going next to the tank probably to the left. This way I can get to it with ease for maintenance, etc. There will be a refugium section in the sump that will be fed by a teed off...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/11/2008, 05:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Whoa, now you are talking about spending some...

Whoa, now you are talking about spending some REAL money! Gotta think about that.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 10:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Just painted today

My son must have wanted that $50 for painting the stand. He put a coat of primer on this morning and the last of the ceiling white on in the afternoon. Think I will stop and get some of that washable...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 07:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,634
Posted By snodine
Cleaning Marco Rocks

Here is a picture of 50# of Marco Rocks in 10 gallons of vinegar and 10 gallons of water. I rinsed and scrubbed the rock before putting it in the tub. This is after about an hour.
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Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 10:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,634
Posted By snodine
Jack, thanks. Off to get a big Rubbermaid tub and...

Jack, thanks. Off to get a big Rubbermaid tub and vinegar to start cleaning.

Did you run a powerhead or heater when the rock was in the water/vinegar bath?

Sorry for all the questions. I...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 09:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,634
Posted By snodine
Jack, the 50/50 solution was using tap water?...

Jack, the 50/50 solution was using tap water? Rinsing was in tap water too?

Steve
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 09:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,634
Posted By snodine
I have 50# of Marco rock sitting in the box it...

I have 50# of Marco rock sitting in the box it came in waiting for me to finish building my tank setup. I have not done anything with the rock and was actually planning on using this plus about 100#...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/09/2008, 06:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Finished the carpentry on the stand

OK, finished the building of the stand and got the electrical mostley taken care of. Need to get a couple of breakers because the electrical supply place did not have the ones I needed. They will...
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/09/2008, 05:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,309
Posted By snodine
OK, I can start breathing again. TDS meter, PH...

OK, I can start breathing again. TDS meter, PH meter, and refractometer already waiting for use. Thanks for your assistance.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/09/2008, 04:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,309
Posted By snodine
Randy, I have an RO/DI unit that I'll be...

Randy,

I have an RO/DI unit that I'll be using. Will this be enough?
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 01/09/2008, 04:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,309
Posted By snodine
My house has copper pipes - am I in trouble?

As the title states, my house has copper pipes. Am I in trouble for setting up a reef tank?

OK, I'm not too bright it seems as I've been looking at the pipes in the basement all along and not...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/09/2008, 12:29 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,380
Posted By snodine
I will be tagging along watching this build also....

I will be tagging along watching this build also. I started construction yesterday on my 130 gallon in-wall. I do not have an existing system to move things from so I am starting from scratch.
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Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 09:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Stephane, thanks for the advice. Actually the...

Stephane, thanks for the advice. Actually the first ~4 inches of the tank will sit on the wall where the level is sitting in this picture.
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Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 07:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Thanks I think so too. Going to be a while...

Thanks

I think so too. Going to be a while before all the pieces come together but it will get there.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 05:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Not a load bearing wall. Notice the steel beam...

Not a load bearing wall. Notice the steel beam and the steel pillar holding it up. The wall was just framed in.

Reminds me - better paint the steel beam because it may get a little humid right...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 05:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Got the stand done (more pictures)

Finished putting the stand together. Tomorrow will be putting the plywood on, putting the tank in to check for fit, and finishing the electrical. Painting the stand over the weekend and the trim goes...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 04:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Inexpensive, neat projects are for people who...

Inexpensive, neat projects are for people who know what they are doing - an affliction I do not suffer from.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 04:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Ritten, that is a good idea. I'll look into that....

Ritten, that is a good idea. I'll look into that. Thanks.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 02:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Soft corals to start with a few fish. Eventually...

Soft corals to start with a few fish. Eventually moving to some hard corals.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 02:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
enemec1, I forgot to mention that the whole thing...

enemec1, I forgot to mention that the whole thing will be framed. The top will be the wider piece, the sides and bottom will be 2 inch pieces. This will come close to matching the doorframes and...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
talksalt, thanks. When I picked it up it was...

talksalt, thanks.

When I picked it up it was outside on a front porch. After my son and I carried it downstairs and it warmed up - oh the stench! Vinegar was like roses in comparison. My wife...
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 02:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
130 Gallon in-wall build II

So we started construction today. Here is the hole cut in the wall - from the main room and the tank room.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh216/snodine/DSCF1385.jpg
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Forum: Reef Discussion 01/08/2008, 02:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By snodine
Talking 130 Gallon in-wall build (picture intensive)

OK, here we go. After a long time planning, discussing, agonizing, and selling kidneys to raise money (kidding!) I have started my 130 gallon in-wall construction. This thread will be periodically...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/03/2008, 09:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By snodine
Do CPR overflows have that bad a reputation? What...

Do CPR overflows have that bad a reputation? What is the problem with them? The design looks manageable although I'm not too sure about using a dosing pump to ensure the siphon keeps going.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/03/2008, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By snodine
No suggestions? From anybody?

No suggestions? From anybody?
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