45G Shallow Rimless Peninsula Aquacultured SPS Reef - Page 6

Zacktosterone · 09/09/2015, 05:31 PM

nice theme!!

reefmutt · 09/09/2015, 05:36 PM

looking forward to some pics!

and congrats on the pending addition!
you certainly have your hands full..

tmc1313 · 09/10/2015, 12:46 PM

This project came out awesome. You had some really good ideas there. Looks great! Looking forward to more pics.

jroovers · 10/15/2015, 06:45 PM

Time for a long overdue update. I've made progress with the tank:

- Finished side trim and top grating, which is all detachable through shelf brackets and adhesive to allow me access to the overflow area if needed for adjustments and maintenance

- Removed my RW4s. They were ok on one half of the tank, but the water stalled at the far side of the peninsula. I added a Maxspect Gyre 130, so far this thing is amazing, the flow is perfect for my tank.

Have it at setting 5 and even at that setting the flow is incredible.

- Removed my sand bed and replaced with travertine tile. Over the long term, this will be easier for maintenance. Had a temporary nutrient spike (0.02 on the Hanna for phosphates), but everything is looking good.

- Did some more trim on the stand, added venting, mounted controllers, etc.

- Added 165W Chinese LED fixture to my refuge, which will become my frag area.

- I did a bunch of other stuff, can't remember it all, onto the pictures.

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tomae · 10/15/2015, 07:25 PM

amazing!!!!!!!! so artistic

reefmutt · 10/15/2015, 07:50 PM

Wow! What an update!!
Looking sooo good, Jordan!
Love your attention to detail.

cFloor · 10/15/2015, 09:34 PM

It's so nice to see an update. One of the coolest builds that I've seen. Your acros are looking really vibrant and healthy. Great work all around

westreef · 10/15/2015, 10:48 PM

Very nice looking tank, great progress. It will be gorgeous when all corals grow out. The colors are already so rich!

watchguy123 · 10/16/2015, 12:14 AM

Can never get enough of your photos. Awesome, they are always awesome.

tripdad · 10/16/2015, 05:14 AM

Nice update, everything is looking good. You still take some of the best macro shots on this forum, nicely done.

M007 · 10/16/2015, 05:21 AM

There is a definite Zen happening there, very nice indeed

glaukos · 10/16/2015, 05:23 AM

unreal

jroovers · 10/16/2015, 08:17 AM

Thanks for all the comments everyone, hopefully now all that is left to do is watch things start to grow out (knock on wood).

I don't have my 2-part dosers online yet, but my tank is starting to consume ALK fairly quickly which is a good sign, so that is next on the agenda. But after that, not too much to finish.

I am contemplating adding siporax to my refuge/frag area... I like what I'm hearing, I can get rid of the rock that is in that section at present, and sounds like there is very little risk, but potential good return.

reefmutt · 10/16/2015, 08:24 AM

Can't hurt and it's got more porosity than live rock..
Looking forward to growing corals!

joshky · 10/16/2015, 08:25 AM

Really neat build you have going on here, looking forward to seeing how this progresses!

And I really need to put buying a macro lens as a high priority hehe.

tripdad · 10/16/2015, 08:56 AM

I am just cycling a new tank set-up and I added siporax to it in a reactor. I am interested to see how it does. I did not want to put it in the sump as I am hoping to keep this one fairly simple and clean,( ya I know good luck with that ) and keep all detritus traps out of the sump. I went with minimal live rock in the display and wanted more space for bacteria to grow. I hope this stuff is as good as it looks.

jroovers · 10/16/2015, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reefmutt

Can't hurt and it's got more porosity than live rock..

Quote:

Originally Posted by tripdad

I am just cycling a new tank set-up and I added siporax to it in a reactor. I am interested to see how it does. I did not want to put it in the sump as I am hoping to keep this one fairly simple and clean,( ya I know good luck with that ) and keep all detritus traps out of the sump. I went with minimal live rock in the display and wanted more space for bacteria to grow. I hope this stuff is as good as it looks.

Those are my thoughts as well. I think I could box it up like M007 did and put it in my refuge, and then I can take it out periodically and give it a good rinse to keep it clean. Easier IMO than using a reactor over the long term and trying to keep that clean. My refuge area is fed from my return, so the water has gone through the skimmer compartment and through a filter sock on the main BeanAnimal siphon drain, so over time I don't think detritus should be too much of an ongoing issue. I guess like anything though you need to keep on top of it to maintain it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by joshky

Really neat build you have going on here, looking forward to seeing how this progresses!

And I really need to put buying a macro lens as a high priority hehe.

Thanks, while not mandatory, a macro lens certainly comes in handy at times, especially with corals at the frag stage

tripdad · 10/16/2015, 11:05 AM

Quote: "Easier IMO than using a reactor over the long term and trying to keep that clean "
Yes, I have concerns about the reactor filling with detritus so it is fed from the return pump compartment. I also removed the foam pads from the reactor( it's a Banshee brand) so that hopefully anything of size will just pass thru. I also have a dedicated pump with a prefilter feeding it so I am hoping for the best. I am thinking that an occasional test for nitrates at the reactor output may be a good idea, your thoughts?

jroovers · 10/16/2015, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tripdad

Quote: "Easier IMO than using a reactor over the long term and trying to keep that clean "
Yes, I have concerns about the reactor filling with detritus so it is fed from the return pump compartment. I also removed the foam pads from the reactor( it's a Banshee brand) so that hopefully anything of size will just pass thru. I also have a dedicated pump with a prefilter feeding it so I am hoping for the best. I am thinking that an occasional test for nitrates at the reactor output may be a good idea, your thoughts?

If I did a media reactor, I would feed from the return as well, so might not be much difference really in terms of maintenance, now I'm starting to rethink this. I was just thinking it would be easier to create a box as M007 did from eggcrate (I've got tons) than bring a reactor online (not sure I have one big enough). I'm sure testing for nitrates at the output would be fine... but probably you would want to know where things are at overall in your system?

tripdad · 10/16/2015, 02:42 PM

My bad, I should have clarified. I always test the system, but I was thinking that should nitrates creep up it's nice to know the source. I can't see how Siporax would cause any unless they become a trap for decaying material (?). Just thinking out loud I guess as I am new to this media.

Rwpdunne · 10/16/2015, 02:56 PM

Absolutely stunning layout

09/09/2015, 05:36 PM	#127
reefmutt Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Mtl. Canada Posts: 7,824	looking forward to some pics! and congrats on the pending addition! you certainly have your hands full.. __________________ Matt. Current Tank Info: 53x32.5x26 190g dt 60g of sumps 3 tank-100 gal frag system 6xAI prime 8xt5. 4x maxspect gyre. Skimz Dual internal sicce pump skimmer Deltec PF601s ca rx+Kalk stirrer

09/10/2015, 12:46 PM	#128
tmc1313 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bristol, Connecticut Posts: 1,530	This project came out awesome. You had some really good ideas there. Looks great! Looking forward to more pics. __________________ --Todd

10/15/2015, 06:45 PM	#129
jroovers Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 1,555	Long overdue update!! Time for a long overdue update. I've made progress with the tank: - Finished side trim and top grating, which is all detachable through shelf brackets and adhesive to allow me access to the overflow area if needed for adjustments and maintenance - Removed my RW4s. They were ok on one half of the tank, but the water stalled at the far side of the peninsula. I added a Maxspect Gyre 130, so far this thing is amazing, the flow is perfect for my tank. Have it at setting 5 and even at that setting the flow is incredible. - Removed my sand bed and replaced with travertine tile. Over the long term, this will be easier for maintenance. Had a temporary nutrient spike (0.02 on the Hanna for phosphates), but everything is looking good. - Did some more trim on the stand, added venting, mounted controllers, etc. - Added 165W Chinese LED fixture to my refuge, which will become my frag area. - I did a bunch of other stuff, can't remember it all, onto the pictures. __________________ 45 Gallon Shallow Aquacultured SPS Reef

10/15/2015, 06:48 PM	#130
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09/09/2015, 05:31 PM	#126
Zacktosterone Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sault Ste Marie Ont Posts: 2,475	nice theme!!

10/15/2015, 06:54 PM	#132
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10/15/2015, 07:25 PM	#134
tomae Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: brasil Posts: 188	amazing!!!!!!!! so artistic __________________ Leo. my reef tank http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=21795270#post21795270

10/15/2015, 07:50 PM	#135
reefmutt Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Mtl. Canada Posts: 7,824	Wow! What an update!! Looking sooo good, Jordan! Love your attention to detail. __________________ Matt. Current Tank Info: 53x32.5x26 190g dt 60g of sumps 3 tank-100 gal frag system 6xAI prime 8xt5. 4x maxspect gyre. Skimz Dual internal sicce pump skimmer Deltec PF601s ca rx+Kalk stirrer

10/15/2015, 09:34 PM	#136
cFloor Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,552	It's so nice to see an update. One of the coolest builds that I've seen. Your acros are looking really vibrant and healthy. Great work all around __________________ 250g. SPS tank Instagram: @cfloorsaltwater

10/15/2015, 10:48 PM	#137
westreef Lost as usual Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Really California? Posts: 846	Very nice looking tank, great progress. It will be gorgeous when all corals grow out. The colors are already so rich! __________________ Bernie 75g, ATI 4x58wT5 LED Hybrid Powermodule, AquaMaxx ConeS 1, 2xMP40wES, RKL controller, Tunze Osmolator

10/16/2015, 12:14 AM	#138
watchguy123 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,074	Can never get enough of your photos. Awesome, they are always awesome.

10/16/2015, 05:14 AM	#139
tripdad Frustrated Stick Gardener Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: near chicago,Ill. Posts: 701	Nice update, everything is looking good. You still take some of the best macro shots on this forum, nicely done.

10/16/2015, 05:21 AM	#140
M007 Acro Whore Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,631	There is a definite Zen happening there, very nice indeed __________________ Mixed reef emphasis on SPS. Tangs, Triggers, Bartlets, CBB, Goldflake Angel, and a Pigmy or two. Current Tank Info: 250G SPS Mixed Reef. ATLAS 84x28x24. SuperMarin 250. Cebu Sun 3 x 250WMH Radiums 4 x 80W T5. Profilux 3 w/GHL dosing CA-ALK-MG. Moved by Tunze and Vertex. Reef Octopus 5K return.

10/16/2015, 05:23 AM	#141
glaukos Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 2,106	unreal __________________ Mike Just doing my hobby and having great fun with it....no room/need for drama:) the only way to win with a toxic person, is not to play

10/16/2015, 08:17 AM	#142
jroovers Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 1,555	Thanks for all the comments everyone, hopefully now all that is left to do is watch things start to grow out (knock on wood). I don't have my 2-part dosers online yet, but my tank is starting to consume ALK fairly quickly which is a good sign, so that is next on the agenda. But after that, not too much to finish. I am contemplating adding siporax to my refuge/frag area... I like what I'm hearing, I can get rid of the rock that is in that section at present, and sounds like there is very little risk, but potential good return. __________________ 45 Gallon Shallow Aquacultured SPS Reef

10/16/2015, 08:24 AM	#143
reefmutt Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Mtl. Canada Posts: 7,824	Can't hurt and it's got more porosity than live rock.. Looking forward to growing corals! __________________ Matt. Current Tank Info: 53x32.5x26 190g dt 60g of sumps 3 tank-100 gal frag system 6xAI prime 8xt5. 4x maxspect gyre. Skimz Dual internal sicce pump skimmer Deltec PF601s ca rx+Kalk stirrer

10/16/2015, 08:25 AM	#144
joshky Acros & Wrasses Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Central KY Posts: 2,546	Really neat build you have going on here, looking forward to seeing how this progresses! And I really need to put buying a macro lens as a high priority hehe. __________________ Josh My 80g: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2677031

10/16/2015, 08:56 AM	#145
tripdad Frustrated Stick Gardener Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: near chicago,Ill. Posts: 701	I am just cycling a new tank set-up and I added siporax to it in a reactor. I am interested to see how it does. I did not want to put it in the sump as I am hoping to keep this one fairly simple and clean,( ya I know good luck with that ) and keep all detritus traps out of the sump. I went with minimal live rock in the display and wanted more space for bacteria to grow. I hope this stuff is as good as it looks.

10/16/2015, 11:05 AM	#147
tripdad Frustrated Stick Gardener Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: near chicago,Ill. Posts: 701	Quote: "Easier IMO than using a reactor over the long term and trying to keep that clean " Yes, I have concerns about the reactor filling with detritus so it is fed from the return pump compartment. I also removed the foam pads from the reactor( it's a Banshee brand) so that hopefully anything of size will just pass thru. I also have a dedicated pump with a prefilter feeding it so I am hoping for the best. I am thinking that an occasional test for nitrates at the reactor output may be a good idea, your thoughts?

10/16/2015, 02:42 PM	#149
tripdad Frustrated Stick Gardener Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: near chicago,Ill. Posts: 701	My bad, I should have clarified. I always test the system, but I was thinking that should nitrates creep up it's nice to know the source. I can't see how Siporax would cause any unless they become a trap for decaying material (?). Just thinking out loud I guess as I am new to this media.

10/16/2015, 02:56 PM	#150
Rwpdunne spsaholic Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dublin Ireland Posts: 445	Absolutely stunning layout __________________ 6ft Zeo/Triton Sps Tank Current Tank Info: 6ft Zeo/Triton