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Forum: Do It Yourself 02/09/2007, 07:25 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 107,038
Posted By aroundtuit
Another thing to consider...Make sure that you...

Another thing to consider...Make sure that you can easily clean itand retrieve things from it. I made mine about the width of my hand. I didn't consider that when you make a fist (like when...
Forum: Do It Yourself 02/07/2007, 08:04 PM
Replies: 819
Views: 106,079
Posted By aroundtuit
3-1/4 in = 3.25 in Which means 3.25 in...

3-1/4 in = 3.25 in

Which means

3.25 in * 25.4 mm/in = 82.55 mm
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/11/2006, 11:10 PM
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Views: 106,079
Posted By aroundtuit
Be careful with that. If you put the returns...

Be careful with that. If you put the returns under the overflow box, when your pump is off, your tank will drain down to that level and possibly overflow your sump
Forum: Do It Yourself 09/23/2006, 09:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,659
Posted By aroundtuit
I'm looking for a solenoid at a reasonable price....

I'm looking for a solenoid at a reasonable price. What model is that from McMaster? How do you like it?
Forum: Do It Yourself 07/21/2006, 07:54 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 107,038
Posted By aroundtuit
LazyD, Those shims should work fine. ...

LazyD,

Those shims should work fine. Another way to level it is to use sheets of paper. You can see were I used an add from the newspaper to level it on one end. As much as I tried, I didn't...
Forum: Do It Yourself 07/21/2006, 05:19 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 107,038
Posted By aroundtuit
LazyD, I built a bracket from some scrap...

LazyD,

I built a bracket from some scrap pieces of wood to hold it perfectly level.

End view: On the bottom right you can see how I beveled the bracket so it would sit flat on the bottom and...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 06/02/2006, 12:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 533
Posted By aroundtuit
Its http://www.melevsreef.com/.

Its http://www.melevsreef.com/.
Forum: Saltwater Enthusiasts Association of St. Louis (SEASL) 05/26/2006, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 560
Posted By aroundtuit
That's a great link angels! I used painters...

That's a great link angels!

I used painters masking tape (blue) rather than plain masking tape. It comes off easier.

I also used the round end of an 12" extension for my 3/8 socket set to...
Forum: Do It Yourself 05/22/2006, 07:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 403
Posted By aroundtuit
Thumbs up Oops, my mistake!

You're right newnano. I stopped by HD tonight and got some GE Silicone I Door and Window for $3 and some change. It does not say anything about Mildew resistant. I must have misread it yesterday...
Forum: Do It Yourself 05/21/2006, 07:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 403
Posted By aroundtuit
Cheapest shipping is $6.95! So that makes it...

Cheapest shipping is $6.95! So that makes it about $13 for 1 tube!

Does Petsmart generally carry it in the store? I prefer a local source in case I need more in the middle of the project.
Forum: Do It Yourself 05/21/2006, 07:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 403
Posted By aroundtuit
I've seen the GE silicone I & II, but never III. ...

I've seen the GE silicone I & II, but never III. What's the difference?

The recommendation used be to use the Door and Window one, not the Kitchen and Bathroom because it contained a mildew...
Forum: Do It Yourself 05/19/2006, 05:54 AM
Replies: 497
Views: 107,038
Posted By aroundtuit
I drilled two 1-3/4 holes for 1 inch bulkheads in...

I drilled two 1-3/4 holes for 1 inch bulkheads in my 110. Each one is 15 inches in from the side and 1-3/4 inches down from the top, If that works okay, I'll do the same for the 125.
Forum: Do It Yourself 05/18/2006, 09:41 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 107,038
Posted By aroundtuit
louisxyz, I only contacted Oceanic since...

louisxyz,

I only contacted Oceanic since they made my tank. I posted their response previously in this thread.
Forum: Do It Yourself 05/06/2006, 07:39 AM
Replies: 819
Views: 106,079
Posted By aroundtuit
In regards to drill speed, check out the link I...

In regards to drill speed, check out the link I posted a few pages back. Slow drill speeds are recommended along with lots of cooling (preferably a completely submerged bit). Faster speeds will wear...
Forum: Do It Yourself 04/01/2006, 11:53 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 107,038
Posted By aroundtuit
I plan to put mine at or just above the trim to...

I plan to put mine at or just above the trim to hide the water line.
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/29/2006, 08:12 PM
Replies: 819
Views: 106,079
Posted By aroundtuit
I would recommend an even slower drill speed. ...

I would recommend an even slower drill speed. One of the few places I've been able to find much detail about drilling an aquarium is on Diamond Drill Bit & Tool's...
Forum: Saltwater Enthusiasts Association of St. Louis (SEASL) 03/28/2006, 07:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 801
Posted By aroundtuit
Whisper 3

I'm interested in the Whisper 3 filter. I assume it still works? Is it the model that holds 2 Bio-Bag Filter cartridges for 40-60 Gallons like these?...
Forum: Saltwater Enthusiasts Association of St. Louis (SEASL) 03/21/2006, 03:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 127
Posted By aroundtuit
Just got another quote for $10 and change. ...

Just got another quote for $10 and change. Unless they misunderstood the size, how can that be?
Forum: Saltwater Enthusiasts Association of St. Louis (SEASL) 03/21/2006, 01:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 127
Posted By aroundtuit
Question Local glass source for overflow

Can anyone recommend a good local source for glass?

I want to put a 5' Calfo/horizontal overflow on a glass tank. The first place I called quoted $47 and change for one piece of glass, 59" x...
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/14/2006, 03:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 340
Posted By aroundtuit
Check out this link...

Check out this link (http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=781895) for a Calfo/horizontal overflow. There's lots to read, but some really good ideas and info.
Forum: Saltwater Enthusiasts Association of St. Louis (SEASL) 03/09/2006, 11:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 254
Posted By aroundtuit
I know Oceanic makes a few 5 footers. Check out...

I know Oceanic makes a few 5 footers. Check out there web site. I think its www.oceanicsystems.com. I have a 110 that is 60x18x24. The trim makes it 60-1/2 x 18-1/2. They make 3 or 4 60" tanks. ...
Forum: Do It Yourself 03/06/2006, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 170
Posted By aroundtuit
Question Drilling a tank

I'm planning to drill the back of a 110 G tank (Glass). According to the manufacturer, only the bottom is tempered. So I'm safe there. By the way, I asked them for advice/guidelines for drilling...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 03/06/2006, 09:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By aroundtuit
Anyone?

Anyone?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 03/05/2006, 12:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By aroundtuit
Question Odyssea Blue Moon LED light

Is anyone familiar with these?
http://superfishstore.com/waterworld/nfoscomm/catalog/images/Bluemoon.jpg.

I bought a 32" one from a LFS. I was surprised to find no documentation in the box,...
Forum: Saltwater Enthusiasts Association of St. Louis (SEASL) 03/05/2006, 11:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 227
Posted By aroundtuit
Well, I had a 4 x 8 sheet of corrugated...

Well, I had a 4 x 8 sheet of corrugated cardboard, so I cut a slightly over sized piece from it, . I figured I could trim it down later. The thin sliver of light is gone! Yippee! I feel much...
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