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BlakDuc 08/28/2007 09:41 PM

The 40 Breeder Project(Not Manhattan)
 
So, I have been working on my new tank for a little while now. Here is a rough sketch of what my first ideas were to do.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/NewTank1.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/NewTank2.jpg

My plans have changed a little bit, but ony with the plumbing and some dimensions. Here is the start of the stand.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...er1/stand4.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...er1/stand1.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...er1/stand3.jpg

BlakDuc 08/28/2007 09:42 PM

As you can see, the stand is built with 2x4s and being skinned with maple plywood.
Here it is a little further into the build.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01720.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01722.jpg

Here I finally have 3 of the 5 doors on it. I also started the framework for the canopy out of 1x4. Notice that I got the trim installed along the bottom of the stand.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01743.jpg

I got the main tank yesterday from the Petco $1 per gallon sale. The canopy fit like a glove.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01744.jpg

BlakDuc 08/28/2007 09:43 PM

Today I decided that I needed to get the sump before the prices went back to normal. They didn't have a 30 Breeder in stock, so I went for another 40 Breeder.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01746.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01745.jpg

The top of the stand is going to have a 6" shelf around it that is topped with ceramic tile.
I am planning on running 2x250 MH with 2x39w T5 for Actinic. It should be a fun journey. I am just working as I go. Trying to make sure I don't spend too much at a time. The wife still has to pay the bills and all.

If you have any suggestions, let me know. When I get the time, I will update how the plumbing will be.

Thanks for looking, Joe.

trigger05 08/28/2007 10:36 PM

Looking good so far! I like custom built progress threads
i will keep an eye on this thread as it develops =)

BlakDuc 08/29/2007 06:52 AM

Thanks for looking! I wish I had the money to throw down and get it done. It probably wouldn't get done with as much quality and thought that way though.

E30 E T A 08/29/2007 07:12 AM

Nice wood work! This should be a good'n! :thumbsup:

BlakDuc 08/29/2007 09:20 AM

I hope so. Some of my joints are questionable, but I will just cover them with some trim. :D

BlakDuc 08/31/2007 08:09 PM

http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01747.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01748.jpg

There is nothing more fun than watching Silicone dry. I will have it mounted tomorrow.

LNell 08/31/2007 08:18 PM

I've never seen someone use those triangular pieces to support the bottom like that. Good idea.

BlakDuc 08/31/2007 10:59 PM

I was worried about how I had them cut the glass. All of the weight of the water is going to be coming down on that bottom piece. I wanted to do something to help support it. I had the extra glass because I got an extra bottom piece cut in case I cracked 1 drilling it. It came to mind after, but I am glad I did it. Tomorrow night, I am planning on cutting the weir, and getting the "box" mounted to the tank. I might get some PVC and start on some of the plumbing. I cant do most of it because I don't have the pumps. But I can at least do something.

Stay Tuned.

BlakDuc 09/02/2007 10:31 AM

I got everything cut and siliconed. I had a small snafu while going across the bottom of the weir. I tried to go too fast and took a small knick out of it. It will be ok though, I am going to have a piece of black acrylic covering the whole back so it will not be visable. Here are the pics.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01749.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01751.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01754.jpg

BlakDuc 09/02/2007 10:32 AM

http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01755.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01756.jpg

Here is is with the trim back on. I think it is going to work out awesome.

mwoneal 09/03/2007 02:14 PM

Nice work, I love the 40 breeder

BlakDuc 09/03/2007 04:23 PM

I love the dimensions too. I had never seen one until I went to a local guys house when I was starting my current tank. He turned me onto it. I can't wait until it is done. In about another month and a half, it should be up and running. I got some PVC parts to work on the manifold for the closed loop. I will work on that tonight and post some more pics. I do not want any powerheads in the tank. I think I should be successful by running 1500gph through the 6 outlets of the closed loop.

normanfine 09/03/2007 07:28 PM

I really like the pictures and schematics

BlakDuc 09/03/2007 07:31 PM

Here is some pics of the manifold system. It is just cut, not glued yet. I think it should be plenty of circulation for the tank. will also have a return from the sump.
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01762.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01763.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01764.jpg
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...1/DSC01765.jpg

That is probably the most work I will get done this week. Maybe a few little minor things, but I am once again, broke. This hobby makes sure of that though, right?

Bri Guy 09/03/2007 10:49 PM

Im liking this setup alot!! Is it going to be set up in a peninsula style in the house?

Ill like it even more ;)

FUA 09/04/2007 04:53 AM

nice start, I'll tag along. I like your closed loop set up.

BlakDuc 09/04/2007 07:30 AM

Yes, peninsula style it is. I just wish I could get it done. $$$ seems to always have a way of screwing stuff. Some complain that they have too much of it and that it is a burden. Maybe they should get into reef keeping. :D

BlakDuc 09/06/2007 04:20 PM

I have put the tank on a little bit of a hold. A guy in the locak reef club wants me to build a canopy for him. That is what I have been doing all day. It will help fund this project though.

E30 E T A 09/06/2007 04:58 PM

Sweet manifold! Hope to see a update soon with the extra cash!

EWC88 09/06/2007 07:38 PM

Coming along great!...I'll be tagging along to see how your progress grows, Post more pics whenever you can!

pardalis 09/07/2007 12:02 AM

tagging alon, looking good so far!

BlakDuc 09/08/2007 03:29 PM

I haven't done anything else. This weekend I am planning on wrapping up the canopy for the other guy. So hopefully I can collect on that early in the week. I need to get some bulkheads and union fittings to do some more on the plumbing. On the 15th, I am gonna get another sheet of plywood so I can finish that portion of the build. I am also going to get most of the stuff for the shelf and maybe get that started. I am trying to figure out how I am going to plumb the return. I already have a lot going on back there. I might just go right over the middle of the overflow and into the tank with a 45*. We shall see. A lot of it has to wait until I get my pumps.
Thanks for tagging along guys. I can't wait to get it up and running! Good stuff takes time though.

fewskillz 09/08/2007 05:10 PM

This should look great when finished. Your manifold system looks good. I love 40 breeders and I love peninsula tanks, so this one should be really cool.


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