My 20L!

[Dustint21]

Here are a few pics of my 20L. LMK what you think.

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[Dustint21]

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[Patriot54]

Looks nice, keep up the good work.

[Dustint21]

Thanks! I just picked up the twin spot from the LFS today. He is looking alittle skinny, but he is eating. He should fattin up quick.

[10achik]

Very nice! Very clean! That clam is gorgeous...

[Reefman79]

Why in the bed room ?

Other wise killer tank.

[10achik]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14605764#post14605764 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Reefman79
Why in the bed room ?

Other wise killer tank.

I can't speak for him, but I have an 85 gallon in my bedroom. It helps me sleep, I had insomnia for awhile until I went to night shift and in the mornings before I go to bed I stare at the fish under the blue moonlights before drifting off to sleep.

It was actually recommended by my doctor, which was awesome because it made it that much easier to tell the wife I needed another tank :lol:

[Dustint21]

Thanks everyone! I love the tank in my bedroom! Its not loud at all. I did my best to keep the noise down. The fan on the light is the loudest thing, but the MH is on at night. LOL!

[xxwake4lifexx]

It looks great. I hope I'll be able to get to that point haha.

[sunce_22]

What kind of light are you using? I have always had a problem finding a decent light for my 20L

[Dustint21]

Its a 20'' 150W HQI Current Sunpod. They make a 30'' model also, but I got the 20'' for a good price. I may take this one down and do a dual 150w MH retro with two 24'' T5HO's. I want to keep SPS so Im looking for a better spread and high par.

Dustin

[awesomefam]

very nice looking tank, I love how you have it arranged.

[ghengis]

Sweet looking tank! Is it really only 20L?? Looks alot bigger... You have some gorgeous livestock in there. Any more specs? Do you run a sump/skimmer/etc?

I have a rimless 45L sitting dormant, that I had intended to set up as a FW Killi tank... This has given some interesting inspiration, though!

Good stuff

[Felix T Cat]

Any filter or sump on the tank ?

[GaryR1984]

Tank looks nice, using the stock 10k bulb still? It looks like it?

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14613525#post14613525 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Felix T Cat
Any filter or sump on the tank ?

It's drilled, I would assume yes.

[katpurdy]

is your flow from the loc line return only? I also have a 20l and have cyano and it is driving me nuts!! I can't up the flow too much as I have hammers and frogspawns that will not do well in extra flow...I have a sundial T5 fixture with Geisemann and KZ bulbs, 2 hydo nanos and a return that pushes maybe 150-200gph....drilled

[Dustint21]

Thank You Everyone!!!

The bulb is a 15K XM HQI.

Im running a 10 gallon sump. I just bought a 4' x 8' sheet of acrylic to build a better sump. I need more room for a skimmer. I dont have the skimmer yet, but I plan on putting a Euro-Reef RS 80 in the new sump.

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I did drill the tank. There are 3 holes. One 1.5'' bulkhead for the overflow, and two 1'' bulkheads for the returns. That is all I have for flow at this point I would like to either add a MP20 or 2 Tunze 6025's. The return is a Mag 7 hooked to a SQWD. This works really well, but Im going to switch the Mag 7 to a Mag 5 to help slow the flow in the sump. I have the Mag 7 choked down with a ball valve now to help this problem.

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Thanks for looking!
Dustin

[Dustint21]

Here are few more pics for ya all!:)
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[Dustint21]

OH and yes that is an Angler in the fuge. LOL! He is in there temp. til my buggy gets his tank up this week.

[bretdajet]

Very nice looking tank. Can I ask how much sand and rock you have in there? I have about 20 pounds of sand in mine, putt in last night. I am trying to decide how much rock I want to put in. It will be coming from my 120 so I can add as much as I want but don't want to kill all the space.

Thanks,
Brett

[Dustint21]

Hi Brett! I have 20lbs of sand and prolly about 20lbs of LR. The rocks are small to help make the tank look bigger. Just alittle trick I learned from the other nano freaks. LOL! Good luck man!

[andrewprime1]

Dude, I love your tank. this is the setup I have been wanting for a long time. planning on an upgrade this summer.

[Dustint21]

Thanks man! I Just got my ReefKeeper Lite 3! Cant wait to get this on the tank. Im also building the new sump this weekend so I will post some more pics on Sunday.

[rytrearc]

Nice 20G!

[Dustint21]

Thanks rytrearc! Here are a few pics of what I worked on today. I still have to finish up the wiring for the RKL. The other thing is a dual float switch bracket for my ATO.

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[Dustint21]

Dont have much time, so this is just a pic update!


New ReefKeeper Lite
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New Sump almost done just a few pieces left! THANKS JASON FOR ALL THE HELP!!!!
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THE GIANT MESS WE MADE FOR THIS LITTLE DIY PROJECT :lol:
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[thelastlaugh9]

do you have a diagram on how the sump/ fuge is going to work?

[Dustint21]

I do, but im on my phone. I will post pics as soon as i can.

[Dustint21]

Sorry I really suck at Paint! LOL! This is how it works. I may have to add a bubble trap, but not sure yet.

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[induetime79]

really nice work. cant wait to see more.

[Dustint21]

Thanks! Im getting ready to switch my lighting from the sunpod to two 150/175 mh's with two 24w T5's! I hope to do this without heat issues! lol! I guess we will see. I will post pics soon!

Dustin

[rip0927]

dustin sweet tank .I love the 20 longs keep up great work Rich

[Dustint21]

Thank you very much! I have been gone for the last 15 days training for the Army! I cant wait to get back home and play with the new stuff i ordered while I was gone! LOL!

[Korrine]

Very Nice :)

Army, huh. I have a few friends brothers that joined the army. My lil sister is in the Navy. Paternal gpa was Navy, Maternal gpa was Marine, Uncle was Army. Thanks for Serving, Man :D :cool:

Can't wait to see your projects when you return. :rollface:

[Dustint21]

Got the old sump out and the new sump in! Here are a few pics! I also will be switching my light out for TWO 150w MH's and TWO 24w T5's this week. Im still waiting on the ballast. I also will be building the canopy this week.

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Thanks for looking!
Dustin

[Dustint21]

Korrine we are all indebt to those who serve! Thank you for having such a great family who serve and protected OUR country!!!

[gas4544]

Very nice job on the DIY sump. Looking forward to see how the lighting looks when you add the second 150W MH.

Gary

[Dustint21]

Thanks Gas4544!

[Dave Harms]

Looks great!

[Penguintheory]

Good looking tank and nice DIY skills!

[Dustint21]

Thanks guys! Still tryin to work out the lighting.