the 1700g stingray reef - Page 19

asnatlas · 11/18/2005, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Energy
Brooding wolf That is not the orange spooted foxface. A few names that fish goes by is : double barred rabbitfish, scribbled rabbitfish, vigrant(spelling?)rabbitfish. The orange spotted rabbitfish is on one of the first pages of this thread posted by spazz. Absolutely stunning fish up close but from 10 feet away it has little appeal.

I looked some more and found the following :

Virgate Rabbitfish = (Siganus virgatus)

Two Barred Rabbitfish = (Siganus doliatus)

Shawn

Energy · 11/18/2005, 12:23 AM

Well you got me there. I was just going by the common names that have been applied to that fish from my past experience through internet vendors. Which one it actually is, is beyond me.

PalmTree · 11/18/2005, 02:51 AM

Unbelivable system!!! Thanks for sharing!

locito277 · 11/21/2005, 03:47 PM

That is the dopest tank ive ever seen

locito277 · 11/21/2005, 03:48 PM

That is the dopest tank ive ever seen.

Energy · 11/21/2005, 04:14 PM

Thanks for the compliment. I'm currently working on setting up some T-5 , 11,000 k aqua blue bulbs to replace the pink vho aquasuns that are running. I can't stand the scewed visual that the actinic white or aqua sun VHO bulb gives off. I'm finding that the t-5 gives an almost perfect white. So far I really like the bulb and the look in the tank. They recommend placing the 11,000k bulb in a 2-1 or 3-1 combo with actinics and I'm finding that works great.

Sparkss · 11/21/2005, 04:18 PM

I was just about to post that we hadn't heard from you in a while Energy.. glad to see you are still with us, and still innovating and trying new things

Energy · 11/21/2005, 04:55 PM

After seeing the T-5's in action on a different tank I had a bad cause of the wanna's (wanna try it out.) I currently have two up and running and will be placing 4 more over the system. If that works I may put a total of eight over the tank in the lower light areas spread across the lenght. If this occurs then I will cut back a little on the photoperiod for the metal halides and increase the lenght of time the t-5's run. I really don't think a tank needs more than 8 hours of 400 watt halides to grow corals. But most tank owners need more than that just to view there corals so that is where the t-5's come into play. It will extend the view time and offer some supplemental lighting for the corals.

sixxer · 11/21/2005, 05:40 PM

I would like to see how the T-5's compare to the VHO's once set-up!!! I was thinking of going with T-5's as well instead of VHO on my "little" 600 gallon.

dgasmd · 11/21/2005, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Energy
I really don't think a tank needs more than 8 hours of 400 watt halides to grow corals. But most tank owners need more than that just to view there corals so that is where the t-5's come into play. It will extend the view time and offer some supplemental lighting for the corals.

Even at 8 hours, you'd be surprised how much of that is a waste of good electricity. Many of the local guys in my club run their halides for 4-6 hr/day only and get not only phenomenal growth, but awesome color too. I was running mine for 5 hours for months and only increased it as of late again for the wrong reasons. Once I get my tank settle with the acro eating flatworms, I will slowly go back to 5 hr/day.

I do like your idea of the T5. I had considered doing this as well. I run only 10,000K MH in addition to the VHO actinics and seriously need (for my eyes only) more actinics in it. I liked the look of the radiums with VHO, but the slower growth and the frequent need for bulb replacement got old quickly for me.

I am curious to know how this turns out for you.

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 08:49 PM

Hey guys, I had the pleasure of stopping by Energy's place this last weekend and taking some pics. I could only stay for about 30 minutes but at least I got to snap a little over 100 pics!!!!! Enjoy everyone.

Energy, thanks for having Skip and I over, that was truely amazing and worth the 6 hour drive from my place!

Here's my favorites......

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 08:50 PM

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 08:51 PM

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 08:52 PM

nbd13 · 11/21/2005, 09:04 PM

Wow please post some more if you have the time!

Nick

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 09:19 PM

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 09:21 PM

dgasmd · 11/21/2005, 09:21 PM

By the way, does you Bodianus masudai (candy stripe hogfish) bother anything in your tank? I got one a while back and it complitely disappeared overnight, so I was wanting to try another. I get mixed reports from some people on their behavior.

PS: love the clown colors

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 09:22 PM

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 09:26 PM

And last but not least..... me dreaming this was my tank!!!!! Thanks again Energy, that was a great experience. I wish you great luck with the tank and with your growing family. I can't wait to have a tank like that. Actually, after I build my new house I am planning an 8'X8' cube with center overflow viewable on all 4 sides. That will be fun.

steve68 · 11/21/2005, 09:33 PM

that will be sweet!
nice pictures

simonmr · 11/21/2005, 09:38 PM

BTW Energy can you send me some large frags?

asnatlas · 11/21/2005, 09:58 PM

I sware every new picture I see of this tank just makes it look more and more spectular... I wish I could see this tank in person and talk to Energy... It's prob a good thing that I live almost 1000 miles away because I think if I did get to see the tank in person he would not be able to get me to leave LOL...

Shawn

Herbert T. Kornfeld · 11/21/2005, 10:11 PM

As for the halides, I run halide alone for 6 hours per day...good growth and color...could it be better? Dont know, but I dont notice any diff from when I ran 8 hours per day.

salty65gal · 11/21/2005, 10:58 PM

I drove 6 hours down there and 6 hours back in the same day!!! I though it would be a 17 gal nano or something when Skip told me 1700 gal reef tank! That's not a nano, my 72 bowfront is now though!!!!!!! The pics don't do the tank any justice--- believe me!

11/18/2005, 12:23 AM	#452
Energy Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Mendota Heights,MN Posts: 411	Well you got me there. I was just going by the common names that have been applied to that fish from my past experience through internet vendors. Which one it actually is, is beyond me. __________________ People who do things that count, never stop to count them. 1700 gallon vivarium http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWaeCrjGsos&feature=player_embedded Current Tank Info: 1700 gallon biotope

11/21/2005, 04:14 PM	#456
Energy Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Mendota Heights,MN Posts: 411	Thanks for the compliment. I'm currently working on setting up some T-5 , 11,000 k aqua blue bulbs to replace the pink vho aquasuns that are running. I can't stand the scewed visual that the actinic white or aqua sun VHO bulb gives off. I'm finding that the t-5 gives an almost perfect white. So far I really like the bulb and the look in the tank. They recommend placing the 11,000k bulb in a 2-1 or 3-1 combo with actinics and I'm finding that works great. __________________ People who do things that count, never stop to count them. 1700 gallon vivarium http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWaeCrjGsos&feature=player_embedded Current Tank Info: 1700 gallon biotope

11/21/2005, 04:18 PM	#457
Sparkss Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Oakley (94561) Posts: 5,030	I was just about to post that we hadn't heard from you in a while Energy.. glad to see you are still with us, and still innovating and trying new things __________________ - Tom Current Tank Info: 380 starfire inwall ,two 150g sump/fuge. Volcano Ca RX, ato, 6' Volcano skimmer. LAIIIs w/400w AquaConnect 14K on IC EBallasts

11/21/2005, 04:55 PM	#458
Energy Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Mendota Heights,MN Posts: 411	After seeing the T-5's in action on a different tank I had a bad cause of the wanna's (wanna try it out.) I currently have two up and running and will be placing 4 more over the system. If that works I may put a total of eight over the tank in the lower light areas spread across the lenght. If this occurs then I will cut back a little on the photoperiod for the metal halides and increase the lenght of time the t-5's run. I really don't think a tank needs more than 8 hours of 400 watt halides to grow corals. But most tank owners need more than that just to view there corals so that is where the t-5's come into play. It will extend the view time and offer some supplemental lighting for the corals. __________________ People who do things that count, never stop to count them. 1700 gallon vivarium http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWaeCrjGsos&feature=player_embedded Current Tank Info: 1700 gallon biotope

11/21/2005, 09:21 PM	#468
dgasmd Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: US Posts: 3,402	By the way, does you Bodianus masudai (candy stripe hogfish) bother anything in your tank? I got one a while back and it complitely disappeared overnight, so I was wanting to try another. I get mixed reports from some people on their behavior. PS: love the clown colors __________________ Arguing with ignorant people is an exercise in futility. They will bring you down to their level and once there they will beat you with their overwhelming experience. Current Tank Info: Currently out of the hobby, but considering a Comeback V 2.1!

11/18/2005, 02:51 AM	#453
PalmTree Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 104	Unbelivable system!!! Thanks for sharing!

11/21/2005, 03:47 PM	#454
locito277 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: miami Posts: 1,535	That is the dopest tank ive ever seen

11/21/2005, 03:48 PM	#455
locito277 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: miami Posts: 1,535	That is the dopest tank ive ever seen.

11/21/2005, 05:40 PM	#459
sixxer Moved On Join Date: May 2004 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 870	I would like to see how the T-5's compare to the VHO's once set-up!!! I was thinking of going with T-5's as well instead of VHO on my "little" 600 gallon.

11/21/2005, 08:49 PM	#461
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313	Hey guys, I had the pleasure of stopping by Energy's place this last weekend and taking some pics. I could only stay for about 30 minutes but at least I got to snap a little over 100 pics!!!!! Enjoy everyone. Energy, thanks for having Skip and I over, that was truely amazing and worth the 6 hour drive from my place! Here's my favorites......

11/21/2005, 08:50 PM	#462
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313

11/21/2005, 08:51 PM	#463
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313

11/21/2005, 08:52 PM	#464
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313

11/21/2005, 09:04 PM	#465
nbd13 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Charlotte, Michigan Posts: 3,259	Wow please post some more if you have the time! Nick

11/21/2005, 09:19 PM	#466
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313

11/21/2005, 09:21 PM	#467
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313

11/21/2005, 09:22 PM	#469
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313

11/21/2005, 09:26 PM	#470
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313	And last but not least..... me dreaming this was my tank!!!!! Thanks again Energy, that was a great experience. I wish you great luck with the tank and with your growing family. I can't wait to have a tank like that. Actually, after I build my new house I am planning an 8'X8' cube with center overflow viewable on all 4 sides. That will be fun.

11/21/2005, 09:33 PM	#471
steve68 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Piscataway,NJ Posts: 4,058	that will be sweet! nice pictures __________________ "Never Give Up Never Surrender" Current Tank Info: 50 Breeder with 250w MH 10k XM bulb & 2 24inch VHO atinic 03,210 gallon Reef tank. 3 250 W MH,MRC CR-2 Reactor & MR-2 Skimmer,150 gallon sump,125 gallon refugium,75 Gallon Frag Tank & adding more water volume every t

11/21/2005, 09:38 PM	#472
simonmr Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Elmwood Park, NJ Posts: 222	BTW Energy can you send me some large frags?

11/21/2005, 09:58 PM	#473
asnatlas Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Waukee, IA Posts: 4,198	I sware... I sware every new picture I see of this tank just makes it look more and more spectular... I wish I could see this tank in person and talk to Energy... It's prob a good thing that I live almost 1000 miles away because I think if I did get to see the tank in person he would not be able to get me to leave LOL... Shawn

11/21/2005, 10:11 PM	#474
Herbert T. Kornfeld Moved On Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 2,490	As for the halides, I run halide alone for 6 hours per day...good growth and color...could it be better? Dont know, but I dont notice any diff from when I ran 8 hours per day.

11/21/2005, 10:58 PM	#475
salty65gal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rochester, MN Posts: 313	I drove 6 hours down there and 6 hours back in the same day!!! I though it would be a 17 gal nano or something when Skip told me 1700 gal reef tank! That's not a nano, my 72 bowfront is now though!!!!!!! The pics don't do the tank any justice--- believe me!