dustint21

Gatoradaaaadeeeeee....Water sucks! It really really suck!

I love BRS! Lol

Nice and clean! Looking good!

Got the stand tonight. Did a quick test fit. Everything looks great. Going to stain it this week. Hope to have water in the tank tomorrow!

I played with the overflow plumbing some last night. It’s all mocked up. I will mark it all and glue it tonight. Also got a sneak peek the stand cover! I’m really liking it!

1 hour ago, FarmerTy said:

Dustin, look into the SBreef lights as well when shopping the Reefbrites. I was torn between the two as well and ended up going with the SBReef lights because of cost and sleekness of build quality. It also has purple led pucks which are great for aethestics.

Thank Ty I will check them out!

37 minutes ago, Juiceman said:

 

I love the hybrid because you can ramp up and down the leds, change their colors throughout the day, etc. and it’s all in one instead of more plugs and wires.

But that’s me.


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All in one is great. However like I said I just can’t justify the purchase to the wife after the last month of purchases. I still have stuff I need to get the tank wet. Gotta pick my battles wisely! 

41 minutes ago, Dogfish said:

Wow Great stuff. How will i ever convince any live stock to move into my tank with all this fancy real estate out there.

Lol thanks. I will give you a month or two to get stocked up!

32 minutes ago, BornToHula said:

No doubt the ATI Powermodules are awesome, I have two 48" units myself.  That said, if I was in your position of already having an 8-bulb ATI unit, I would just add some supplemental LEDs to your current lights if you find yourself wanting some more shimmer/color control.

I don’t think it’s in the cards right now. I would love to have one and Jen has a great price on hers. This will prolly be the route I go. Thinking RB XHO would a good add on.

1 hour ago, Juiceman said:

 

Hmm.. I think she’s mistaken since her Tank is 8’ and she had 2 ATIs covering from end to end. which would make them 4’.

36” would definitely be too small for you if that’s the case.

You may also want an auto neck cleaner for that skimmer. I have the regal 300 and it’s a monster!




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I just sent Jen a text. They are 48”! **** you! Now I got try to get the funds together...

neck cleaner is on on my list!

Last night I got the tank pulled down off the stand with the help of a few friends. I finished the up installing the bulkheads and got three unions installed for the drains. 

We then added the large slab of granite under the tank! Lots of heavy lifting!

I also got the skimmer mocked up. It fits nicely! Hope it’s big enough. I think it may be a little underrated for my total water volume. I can always upgraded down the road if needed.

15 minutes ago, FarmerTy said:

I already said it but I'll say it again! Nice setup! Gig'em and I will send you your membership card as an official member of the red stand clan.

Thanks Ty! I will be looking for that card! Lol

10 minutes ago, Juiceman said:

Looks good so far!

Is the ATI the 4’. Jenn is selling her basically brand new ATI hybrids so you could upgrade to the hybrid. I love mine.

Plan for substrate?


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The ATI is a 4ft. If I remember correctly Jen is selling 2 36” fixtures. My tank is only 60”. I don’t believe one will cover to my liking and 2 will be too much.

the tank has a black pvc bottom. I wanted to go bare bottom. However the wife wants sand. Happy wife happy life! 

I picked up some oceans direct original grade from BRS on the Black Friday sale.

I will be watching this closely. Are tanks are very similar. Mine is 60x30x22 I’m curious as to how you scape it. I just can’t get mine where I want it....

Hello all! I’ve been out of the game for a while. This will be my fourth reef tank. The last tank was in 2008. I’ve been trying to catch up on all the new stuff...

The tank is a Planet Aquariums 60x30x22 starfire on 3 sides. It has and external overflow. The stand is heavy walled steel tube and has been powdercoated. 

Lighting
Ati 8x54 dimmable 

Sump
Bashsea SS36 with remote Lifereef fuge 

Skimmer
Reef Octopus 200int

Return pump
Eflux 6011

Controller 
2016 Apex

This is where I’m currently at. Lots and lots more needed.....

1 minute ago, FarmerTy said:

7 minutes ago, dustint21 said:

You have a gift! Beautiful tank! I hope to get water in mine this weekend. Maybe one day I can buy some frags from you. 

Thanks Dustin! That's exciting to start a new tank! When its ready, I'd be happy to have you by for frags.

I guess I’m kind of a copy cat! I just went back to the beginning of your thread and that red stand looks very familiar... lol 

You have a gift! Beautiful tank! I hope to get water in mine this weekend. Maybe one day I can buy some frags from you. 

SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

Its $375! Yes I will take paypal!

Come get it! I will even throw in a return pump!!!!

BUMP!!! Still got it..........

I will take $375 FIRM If you can get it outta my house this weekend!!!!!

Sorry I am in Killeen! I have tank, stand, unfinished canopy, and sump! $400 takes it all!

Thanks

Dustin

Still got it! $400

Tank stand and sump $400! Get it out this weekend!

Rock and sand are sold. Sorry!

Jboy I tried to call. My phone broke so I had to use my wifes..... Give me a call back when you get a chance.

NEW PRICE UPDATE!!!

150 Gallon tank stand and canopy FINISHED will be $500

(72''x24''x18'') price includes sump.

75 gallon sump $75

DIY wavebox with Tunze 6100 and 6091 controller $250

(Dont have controller yet, I bought it and it has shipped! should arrive today or tomorrow!)

DIY ATO $35

Liverock $2.50 per pound or $130 for all!

Thanks

for looking!

Dustin