My 300 gallon acrylic tank - Page 8

steve the plumb · #**176** 08/17/2007, 02:47 PM

2" union

steve the plumb · #**177** 08/17/2007, 02:48 PM

1 1/2" ball valve

steve the plumb · #**178** 08/17/2007, 02:49 PM

1" ball valve

steve the plumb · #**179** 08/17/2007, 02:56 PM

Now my supplier didn't have 1" spa flex and the pool store didn't have any either.I called the place where I bought my dart and om 8 way and the owner will order me some.I am buying 50 feet of pipe witch should be enough.He has to get it then ship it to me.We are splitting a 100 ft roll.He is giving it to me at his cost.So far the plumbing parts have cost me $360 plus another $70 for the spa flex(and shipping) I got a good price on the plumbing parts from my supplier. pvc isn't cheap those dam ball valve cost a fortune.

steve the plumb · #**180** 08/21/2007, 07:52 PM

I am still waiting for my spa flex and I need a 1 1/2" union for the 8 way but I water tested the tank and no leaks

steve the plumb · #**181** 08/21/2007, 07:53 PM

Hera is the cl I have to put the fittings on.There is about 1/2" of water in the tank and like I said no leaks

steve the plumb · #**182** 08/21/2007, 07:54 PM

steve the plumb · #**183** 08/21/2007, 07:54 PM

steve the plumb · #**184** 08/21/2007, 07:55 PM

Inlet for cl and outlets on right side of the tank

steve the plumb · #**185** 08/21/2007, 07:57 PM

view of the room.one couch will go to garbage the other will stay

steve the plumb · #**186** 08/21/2007, 07:58 PM

Overflow with 1/2" lock line for return lines.Only 1/2" at the exit.The pipes are 3/4"

steve the plumb · #**187** 08/21/2007, 07:59 PM

Top of overflow

steve the plumb · #**188** 08/21/2007, 08:01 PM

Ocean motions 8 way with 1" union ball valves

steve the plumb · #**189** 08/21/2007, 08:03 PM

I still have some work to do.In fact a lot of work but I have been busy and I am waiting for spa flex to set up the 8 way complete.

cbui2 · #**190** 08/21/2007, 11:11 PM

i can see you Steve, wow the OM has some serious ball valves. very nicely done. on your CL returns, will you be using any loc line or will it be just pvc?

Hop · #**191** 08/22/2007, 12:20 AM

Looks good Steve! Your moving at a nice pace! You should have rock water and fish in it before my tank gets here

pcostanzo · #**192** 08/22/2007, 07:25 AM

Good progress Steve!

steve the plumb · #**193** 08/22/2007, 08:07 AM

The lock line is only for the return from the sump.The cl will be 1" fittings.Do you think I should go with 3/4" lock line for the cl.I didn't want to restrict the flow.I was planning to go with tee's in the back side of the tank along with 45 degree elbows.I will use 90 in the front.This way I get the full flow but wider and more gentle.I got the fittings I have to glue them and place them where I want.I had no time yesterday.I am off today so I can work on the tank but I have to do a few things before I can start.My wife is also renovating my in laws place so they are gutting out some rooms.Once they are done I have to do the plumbing for the bathroom and kitchen(should be done in a few days so I will have to work this weekend.Thanks for all the kind words.Do they have 1" lock line and what will it cost.PVC isn't that cheap mind you.When all is done the cl will cost a good $1300 with the plumbing,dart pump and the om 8 way.I am wondering why did I want such a big tank.

pcostanzo · #**194** 08/22/2007, 09:19 AM

I hear you. I just bought 100' flex PVC 2" and 1", sch80 valves bulkheads and unions. Not cheap.

steve the plumb · #**195** 08/22/2007, 12:57 PM

I took some picks of where I have to drill threw the concrete.I pre drilled a hole and then made a square.The concrete is 9 1/2" thick.This is going to be a pain.I tried to cut away with my small grinder(what a joke) I need to go rent a large one.I want to make a box vs drilling holes.This way I can pass wires and stuff with ease.My wife won't be to thrilled.

steve the plumb · #**196** 08/22/2007, 12:58 PM

these are the drains and return lines.The box will be 15"x9" so there is ample space for me to run my drains to the garage

steve the plumb · #**197** 08/22/2007, 12:59 PM

I tried to cut out the square with my small 4 1/2" grinder but its a toy

steve the plumb · #**198** 08/22/2007, 01:00 PM

I also chipped away at it.I felt like I was trying to escape from jail.

steve the plumb · #**199** 08/22/2007, 01:03 PM

This is my bin witch will be replaced by a sump.The bottom of my hole is 17" to the floor.I hope that the drains will end up being around 22" above the ground,if not more.This way I can get a larger sump.I may have to get one made I will have to see when everything is done

Hop · #**200** 08/22/2007, 01:08 PM

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Originally posted by steve the plumb
The lock line is only for the return from the sump.The cl will be 1" fittings.Do you think I should go with 3/4" lock line for the cl.I didn't want to restrict the flow.I was planning to go with tee's in the back side of the tank along with 45 degree elbows.I will use 90 in the front.This way I get the full flow but wider and more gentle.I got the fittings I have to glue them and place them where I want.I had no time yesterday.I am off today so I can work on the tank but I have to do a few things before I can start.My wife is also renovating my in laws place so they are gutting out some rooms.Once they are done I have to do the plumbing for the bathroom and kitchen(should be done in a few days so I will have to work this weekend.Thanks for all the kind words.Do they have 1" lock line and what will it cost.PVC isn't that cheap mind you.When all is done the cl will cost a good $1300 with the plumbing,dart pump and the om 8 way.I am wondering why did I want such a big tank.

1" or 1.5" OM nozzles?