I agree with shop vacing the sump, but you might look into these pumps they sell at Lowe's or Ace. They pump the water out to less than 1/4 inch (I usually would get completely empty) and you can put a hose connection to the pump. Here is a link: http://www.amazon.com/Attwood-Power-Water-...e/dp/B0000AXSI9
Then the only thing you have to shop vac is the left over detritus.
Looking good.
You putting the chiller in the same room or running to different location?
I always use flexspa whenever possible as it reduces turns and gives me play (particularly with a chiller!) I love that it can still be glued. What size connections on chiller?
Since we almost always way overpower our closed loop pumps and return pumps I think you are going to be just fine on the turns and bends. The best thing is that you have kept it open enough that any maintenance issues will be easy to address.
I am guess the OM is powered? I have never used one so I don't know if they can run dry. If not, I would have the pump and OM on the same switch to make sure you don't turn off the pump and not the OM. Not sure if it really matters, but just something I thought of.
Did you put a "T" on the closed loop drain so you can automate water changes? I have always thought that would be a good idea but I have not had a closed loop yet. Just something to think about.
Lee
Love the magnet idea. That sounds like it will look very nice!! I can understand on the plumbing costs. So many people forget how much plumbing can cost!!
Lee
I am one of those weirdos that LOVES the plumbing part!! Looking great! What are you going to use to cover the stand?
Glad to see it is all coming back together for you.
Lee
I got a frag from JG and it is doing great!! A very beautiful piece!! John has lots of nice corals. Brian (Greenmako) has the nicest Oregon Tort I've ever seen and some pink lemonade (not sure fraggable size yet though).
Lee
Who else is going to come tomorrow? Want to make sure we have enough chili!!! Promise, that alone will be worth it. I will have a couple of nano sized live rock to give away as well so I can convert the old Aquapod to freshwater.
Lee
I want a small piece. ARe you coming to the July meeting at my house? If so, you can bring with you, if not, I will be needing to get some water at River City soon and will work out a way to pick up.
Lee
I will be preparing some killer chili. Feel free to bring any other snacks you would like. I will provide Chili, cheese, and Frito's. Bring Your Own Beer or Beverage. I will have few soft drinks available.
There will be a powerpoint presentation on the key molluscs in our aquarium.
Lee
I will be using a American Marine PinPoint PH Controller. Got it used off RC from believe it or not from a guy in Austin.
If you want to come over and see the reactor in action let me know.
Lee
I was just wondering why I hadn't seen you on the board lately.
So sorry to hear, maybe sell the livestock parting out and you will get some cash and can keep the hardware?
Lee
I have a dual overflow brick 225 gallon tank. I will NEVER have a center brace again, it is so nice not having to work around a brace or have something to block lighting. Trust me, go without a center brace.
Lee
Man, I did that one time and it is SUCH a long season. It was fun for a bit, but tracking pitchers!! Man though, I had Randy Johnson for one of my starters that year!! Just don't have the time, but it is a lot of fun!!
Lee
Not sure as I have never really kept any fairy wrasses but would highly recommend asking on Reef Central's forum "Reef Fishes" there are numerous fairy wrasse experts that post there frequently.
Lee
Man, 18" is awful narrow on a tank that long, really consider going wider!!! You would be better going off wider and shorter. 31" tall will be harder to light as well. 30" wide would be great!! Gives you space for large rock and plenty of room for corals to grow.
Lee
The one at Aquatek seemed quite healthy. If you are interested, you want to make sure you see it eat at the store. I didn't look a long time, but it did seem to be in good shape.
Lee