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Forum: Large Reef Tanks 11/11/2007, 12:54 PM
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FWIW I used to live in a 2 story house and kept a...

FWIW I used to live in a 2 story house and kept a 135gallon on the 2nd floor with a 40gal sump. I have a friend who is keeping a 120gal with a 55gal sump/fuge in a 2nd story apartment. His tank is in...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/27/2007, 11:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,898
Posted By Alphabet
I have the stock tanks they are fine for large...

I have the stock tanks they are fine for large volumes of water, I am in the process of getting a 300g. Well I hope your project works out. Take some pics. I will build a large lagoon when I move...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/27/2007, 10:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,898
Posted By Alphabet
I have 2 rubbermaids and they work great. No...

I have 2 rubbermaids and they work great. No weird shape, just a rectangle with round corners. :D As daveverdo said time and other expenses could add up. I purchased a 100 brand new for $58 and...
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/27/2007, 10:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 512
Posted By Alphabet
If you don't mind you could use an oilbase...

If you don't mind you could use an oilbase underbody primer. Latex primer will be fine too. Then you can topcoat it with a latex acrylic paint.
Forum: New to the Hobby 10/25/2007, 09:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 294
Posted By Alphabet
Buy things individually, make your own sump out...

Buy things individually, make your own sump out of a 10g,15g, or 20g. I think you would be better off and if you do I bet you could save a couple of bucks. IMO
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/25/2007, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 290
Posted By Alphabet
Krylon Fusion if its plastic, will be fine.

Krylon Fusion if its plastic, will be fine.
Forum: Reef Discussion 10/17/2007, 06:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 653
Posted By Alphabet
You could always check the want ads here or...

You could always check the want ads here or elsewhere. I picked up a 180 rr with alot of extras for 285. It is like new no scratches. I was into buying new until I started upgrading. Good luck with...
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 10/10/2007, 07:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 895
Posted By Alphabet
Hold your other half by the ankles and give them...

Hold your other half by the ankles and give them a nose plug! Had to say it :jester:
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/10/2007, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 361
Posted By Alphabet
Wow very nice stand, I read thru your other ...

Wow very nice stand, I read thru your other thread.

Just for future reference you can use either of the products listed above on an oil stain. This lacquer is not difficult to spray either, IMO....
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/09/2007, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 361
Posted By Alphabet
Sherwin Williams has a nice lacquer ( Sher-Wood®...

Sherwin Williams has a nice lacquer ( Sher-Wood® CAB-Acrylic Lacquer ) or (Sher-Wood® Moisture Resistant Lacquer ).
The Cab-Acrylic is probably your better option. It is more of a premium product....
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/01/2007, 04:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 414
Posted By Alphabet
We use a Benjamine moore alkyd enamel undercoater...

We use a Benjamine moore alkyd enamel undercoater that sands smooth. Then dust and topcoat with an acrylic or latex topcoat. Oilbase topcoat really is not necessary, IMO.
Forum: Do It Yourself 10/01/2007, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 236
Posted By Alphabet
How big are you looking for? Get a used tank and...

How big are you looking for? Get a used tank and convert it, fairly easy to do and cheap too.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/01/2007, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By Alphabet
What about installing ball or gate valves, that...

What about installing ball or gate valves, that way you can regulate your flow.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 10/01/2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 148
Posted By Alphabet
Had one for almost three years, no problems. I...

Had one for almost three years, no problems. I moved and now I cannot find it, time to replace it with a new one. :D
Forum: Do It Yourself 09/16/2007, 11:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 888
Posted By Alphabet
As far as priming/painting you could use a nice...

As far as priming/painting you could use a nice acrylic primer and acrylic topcoat. They are a waterbased quickdry product. Sherwin-Williams has a couple of nice products. I am partial to Benjamine...
Forum: Do It Yourself 09/15/2007, 10:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By Alphabet
PVC if fine unless it is manufactured diffrently...

PVC if fine unless it is manufactured diffrently in the UK. As for as painting the stand, if it only needs to be a protected you can use a good acrylic primer and acrylic topcoat. These are both...
Forum: Do It Yourself 09/15/2007, 10:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 888
Posted By Alphabet
Looks good, are you going to paint or stain it?

Looks good, are you going to paint or stain it?
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/15/2007, 10:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 331
Posted By Alphabet
That doesn't make sense to me. What if a window...

That doesn't make sense to me. What if a window was open, wouldn't it feed the fire also?


Thats just one of those rules from the city codes, and the fire marshal.

As far as heat you could...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/14/2007, 09:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 331
Posted By Alphabet
Its called "Fire Stop" it is a caulk, which is...

Its called "Fire Stop" it is a caulk, which is what you want. They also have a silicone, and a self-leveling silicone, if you were intrested. HTH
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 09/14/2007, 08:36 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,766
Posted By Alphabet
Nice! :bigeyes:

Nice! :bigeyes:
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/14/2007, 08:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 331
Posted By Alphabet
After you drill your holes and run your lines you...

After you drill your holes and run your lines you need to fill around any openings with a fire rated caulk. It's red, and I don't know the name offhand. Also your sheetrock on the garage wall should...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 09/01/2007, 10:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 575
Posted By Alphabet
If you do paint, S-Williams makes a latex based...

If you do paint, S-Williams makes a latex based acrylic that has a quick recoat time, is easily cleanable and durable. Works well IMO.
Forum: The Reef Chemistry Forum 09/01/2007, 09:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 230
Posted By Alphabet
So far so good, just cover the tank with plastic....

So far so good, just cover the tank with plastic. I have done a couple homes with no adverse effects. If the skimmer is drawing air from the room turn it off for awhile while the room airs out. Good...
Forum: Do It Yourself 08/26/2007, 10:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 459
Posted By Alphabet
I have used both, SS and deck screws. Both work...

I have used both, SS and deck screws. Both work well IMO.
Forum: Large Reef Tanks 08/26/2007, 10:26 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,845
Posted By Alphabet
Beautiful progression, more pics!?

Beautiful progression, more pics!?
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