Reefdaddy1
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This is the Hole config Iam going to have to do, It should give you a idea of how it will flow.
Now that things have settled down
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Reefdaddy1
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The Guy helping me is comming over after the game, Will have pics to follow.
Reefdaddy1
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Ok, Here we go. Sam made it over we started the drilling of the tank. I felt rather uneasy having someone else do it, but after seeing the care he took it put me at ease. Herre are some pics for you to follow along.
Sam really took his time measuring twice and drilling once.
This is the Donut that he used to hold the coolant.
He taped under the glass to prevent spin of piece of once its cut and to prevent it from falling onto the other side.
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Sam really took his time measuring twice and drilling once.
This is the Donut that he used to hold the coolant.
He taped under the glass to prevent spin of piece of once its cut and to prevent it from falling onto the other side.
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Krish
RF STAFF
Very cool Bob...Keep the pics coming!
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
This was machine he got from work, its adjustable speed and very steady on a platform.
Here he is adjusting the pressure manualy. He was very good at this I have to say.
The end result a fine hole ready for a Bulkhead.
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
here is the finished product, Nicely done by Sam the window man. Needless to say he was good .
Here are tools he used, minus the stuff he used to cut the anti freeze to non toix level, He said they use it in Pet shop installs so the puppies dont get sick from licking the glass. I personaly would have used water, But see as Iam going be cleaning this thing, I have no fear of residue being in it.
NFL Sunday ticket= 245.00
Beer and Chips for the Game= 14.00
Bears Win=Joy
Tank drilled for free= Priceless
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Krish
RF STAFF
Nice step by step photos Bob
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Thanks bud, I would have liked to do it myself, but it was cool watching and taking the photos, But something was wrong here for sure, He had the beer and I had coffee, Being I was the one not operating machinery I should have had the beer and he shoulda had coffee.
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
He did a Very good job Ron. I am very pleased with the way it turned out man. Coulda been a disaster waiting to happen.
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Ok so lets break down what we spent so far.
Items Bought:
Tank- 150.00 ( guy was desperate to sell it)
Bulkheads- 4.49 x 2, 1 x 5.29
Sump 40 G long- 22.00
Items to purchase:
T5 Retro or MH not sure yet with depth of tank either will work.
Ballasts
Pump external- CL
Pump submersible
PVC for CL and Overflow
Phosphate reactor
Calcium Reactor
Skimmer
Controller
Fuge light
List will be updated as we go and DIY projects throughout.
Next will be the Sump with a new flip to it. I should be getting the glass for that tommorow.
Items Bought:
Tank- 150.00 ( guy was desperate to sell it)
Bulkheads- 4.49 x 2, 1 x 5.29
Sump 40 G long- 22.00
Items to purchase:
T5 Retro or MH not sure yet with depth of tank either will work.
Ballasts
Pump external- CL
Pump submersible
PVC for CL and Overflow
Phosphate reactor
Calcium Reactor
Skimmer
Controller
Fuge light
List will be updated as we go and DIY projects throughout.
Next will be the Sump with a new flip to it. I should be getting the glass for that tommorow.
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Ok getting glass from my bud, Instead of using The forty on this project it appears Iam going to build the sump custom size. this will start tommorrow, so stay tuned.
Size of sump,
Approx:
14 in W x 17 in deep x 71in long. Approx 73 gallons
Size of sump,
Approx:
14 in W x 17 in deep x 71in long. Approx 73 gallons
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Just got confirmation from Sam, he is getting the glass for me tommorrow, Will be building the sump and then onto the stand. I have to modify it to suit our needs.
Krish
RF STAFF
Wonderful! Make sure to get some pics
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Most def, Pics like crazy
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Ok well My glas guy had a hang up and could not get me the glass till this week, So I setup another project for my family room, I hate being idle so Iam building a cube for there. it measures 2x2x2. About 60 gallons. Its actually going to be my Quarentine tank. But still kinda showy at the same rate. Here are some pics to show what i got so far.
I got this glass from Sam about 3 weeks ago, but was going to build this after the 120 was done
You can see it very descent size fora Q tank.
Here is Ajax ( my Bud) sitting next to it, he is approx 70 pounds, so it gives you and idea of its size.
I got this glass from Sam about 3 weeks ago, but was going to build this after the 120 was done
You can see it very descent size fora Q tank.
Here is Ajax ( my Bud) sitting next to it, he is approx 70 pounds, so it gives you and idea of its size.
Reefdaddy1
Reef Geek Jedi
Well got it all setup and ready to Seal.
here is what I got so far.
I taped the seam out to get a cleaner job, Been awhile since I did this but should be ok.
Here is another look
here is what I got so far.
I taped the seam out to get a cleaner job, Been awhile since I did this but should be ok.
Here is another look
Krish
RF STAFF
Looks good Bob! Good luck sealing it up!
