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Forum: Large Reef Tanks 01/04/2008, 12:35 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Love this thread. Updated pics please!

Love this thread. Updated pics please!
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/23/2007, 12:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 848
Posted By Oldtimer
I plan to run a subpanel in my fishroom fed by a...

I plan to run a subpanel in my fishroom fed by a double pole 60 amp breaker in the main panel. I'll have about 60' of wire in between the main and sub panels. I plan to have (4) 20 amp breakers in...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/20/2007, 10:26 PM
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Views: 1,053
Posted By Oldtimer
I'm in the process of planning a ~250 gal reef...

I'm in the process of planning a ~250 gal reef and I plan to install a subpanel in the room with (4) 20A circuits. I don't believe I'll ever need more than 40 amps continuously, but I'll also have...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/14/2007, 08:20 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 74,730
Posted By Oldtimer
I agree with an earlier comment about car...

I agree with an earlier comment about car options. Go with an '03 -'04 Cobra and boost the heck out of it. I've always had a mustang until the wife got sick of seeing me in the garage all the time. I...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/10/2007, 08:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,040
Posted By Oldtimer
I plan to go with DenseArmor Cement board &...

I plan to go with DenseArmor Cement board & exterior paint on the 2 walls that will be finished - half the walls are exterior cement walls so I just plan to seal them with Thoroseal. Lowes has 1/2"...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/08/2007, 11:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,040
Posted By Oldtimer
I'll have to look into this as well. I was at...

I'll have to look into this as well. I was at Lowes today and noticed Hardibacker and a similar product in 3' x 5' panels. They offered it in 1/4" and 1/2". The less expensive product was about $10...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/07/2007, 07:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,040
Posted By Oldtimer
This ought to be an interesting thread. I'm in...

This ought to be an interesting thread. I'm in the process of creating my own fish room for a ~260 gal reef with main sump ~100 gal, a ~40 gal prop tank, ~40 gal cheato fuge, ~ 30 gal mangrove fuge...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 12/06/2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,563
Posted By Oldtimer
I was initially planning to go with an in room...

I was initially planning to go with an in room rimless tank from AGE, but since I'm installing it in the basement and I've already been fighting water intrusion through the walls, I don't want the...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/15/2007, 08:57 PM
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Views: 244,677
Posted By Oldtimer
Make her earn it, now that's a responsible...

Make her earn it, now that's a responsible parent. :lol:

I thought cars and reefs go together. Seems like most of us in this hobby tend to be drawn to expensive tastes... here I am with a brand...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/12/2007, 09:11 AM
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Views: 244,677
Posted By Oldtimer
With all the stories of fish landing on the floor...

With all the stories of fish landing on the floor dead, I'm getting concerned about the open top design. Is it only occurring at night? I don't recall - Do you have or plan to add a moonlight?

I'm...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/08/2007, 08:39 PM
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Views: 194,535
Posted By Oldtimer
Awesome pieces Naka!

Awesome pieces Naka!
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/08/2007, 11:33 AM
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Views: 244,677
Posted By Oldtimer
Invincible, I'm still in my planning stages....

Invincible,
I'm still in my planning stages. I've been quietly following your thread since the beginning. It looks like you being the guinea pig for me is paying off... knock on wood, but your tank...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/06/2007, 09:26 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 30,268
Posted By Oldtimer
Never considered that, but it makes perfect...

Never considered that, but it makes perfect sense. Thanks!
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/06/2007, 09:13 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 30,268
Posted By Oldtimer
My idea was to run the HRV in the winter since...

My idea was to run the HRV in the winter since cool/dry air is plentiful then. I thought of having an ERV (vs. HRV) for the summer based on this quote until I saw your feedback...

"The most...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/06/2007, 08:19 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 30,268
Posted By Oldtimer
That was exactly what I had i mind, but the reps'...

That was exactly what I had i mind, but the reps' feedback is consistent with the feel I got from everything I've read about ERV's. I also read a bit about the saturation of the dessicant that wmilas...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/06/2007, 01:36 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 30,268
Posted By Oldtimer
wmilas I've been following this thread...

wmilas

I've been following this thread because I'm also in he process of planning in a large basement tank. I live in more or less the same climate as you (suburb of Detroit) and have similar...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/19/2007, 08:19 PM
Replies: 927
Views: 194,535
Posted By Oldtimer
Awesome coralline growth. Who needs a substrate...

Awesome coralline growth. Who needs a substrate when your BB looks like that?!
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/18/2007, 07:01 PM
Replies: 927
Views: 194,535
Posted By Oldtimer
Nice tank shot Naka. Looks like I have to change...

Nice tank shot Naka. Looks like I have to change the wallpaper on my PC again. Can't recall who's tank is currently on it. Hmmm... ;)
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/18/2007, 03:04 PM
Replies: 999
Views: 181,585
Posted By Oldtimer
I work for a German company and have many German...

I work for a German company and have many German speaking colleagues at my location. I can ask one of them. But... I broke up the words. I think most uf us know Wasser means water. ablaB translates...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/12/2007, 08:59 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,531
Posted By Oldtimer
Interesting to have the tank built on site. Are...

Interesting to have the tank built on site. Are you planning to do that due to constraints in the entry to the basement? I'm limited to a 72" tank for this reason...I bet Mircales wants a pretty...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/12/2007, 01:38 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,531
Posted By Oldtimer
Nice to see a local tank build. I grew up in...

Nice to see a local tank build. I grew up in Redford, but spent plenty of time in Livonia. Used to spend a lot of time at Pet Connection during my early reefing days. Where do you get your livestock?
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/11/2007, 10:15 PM
Replies: 999
Views: 181,585
Posted By Oldtimer
Love the aquascpae Edward. That's quite an...

Love the aquascpae Edward. That's quite an overhang on the shelf in your second sketch. How do you intend to create it without it falling apart? I imagine you could do it by joining rocks together...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/11/2007, 03:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,531
Posted By Oldtimer
Sounds like a fun project. Can't wait to see more...

Sounds like a fun project. Can't wait to see more pics. Where in Michigan are you located?
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/10/2007, 03:31 PM
Replies: 999
Views: 181,585
Posted By Oldtimer
Awesome Edward...keep those pics coming. :) ...

Awesome Edward...keep those pics coming. :)

I've debated the 250/400 watt setup myself. My energy bill would prefer the 250's. Naka's Infinity setup looks very nice and I believe he's running...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 02/04/2007, 01:02 PM
Replies: 999
Views: 181,585
Posted By Oldtimer
This year...pending basement completion and...

This year...pending basement completion and success of yours. ;) Check your PMs.
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