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Unread 10/01/2017, 09:12 AM   #351
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Done. Thank you to those who were able to come help!

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Unread 10/01/2017, 09:45 AM   #352
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Looks huge. You going to run both tanks? Also you should start a new build thread for this monster!


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Unread 10/01/2017, 09:45 AM   #353
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Both tanks will be tied together.

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Unread 10/02/2017, 05:56 AM   #354
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I think I know the answer to this, but I'll ask anyway...

There is a crack in the Eurobrace on the top in the middle. If I were to "wrap" the top of the tank in 2x4s when I frame out the wall, would I need to replace the cracked piece of glass?


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Unread 10/02/2017, 06:03 AM   #355
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Replace the glass.


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Unread 10/02/2017, 06:50 AM   #356
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Replace the glass.
2nd this thought too. That shouldn't be that bad of a DIY project.

I have also seen bigger tanks that have a metal frame around the top with cross braces that would accomplish the same goal, but then you need to figure out the proper material to use and what needs to be done to it to ensure it lasts.

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Unread 10/02/2017, 06:57 AM   #357
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If the top of the tank will be hidden, I would also consider siliconing a new piece to the existing one, like sistering a floor joist. Miracles may offer advice too.

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Unread 10/02/2017, 07:12 AM   #358
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I emailed Miracles. Not sure if that size piece of glass is something I can source locally.


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Unread 10/02/2017, 07:25 AM   #359
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You can get it at Flower City Glass. I'm guessing it is 1/2in thick? The euro bracing is tempered, so you will want to get that and beveled edges. It wouldn't surprise me if it was a couple hundred dollars.

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Unread 10/02/2017, 07:35 AM   #360
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I sent them an email.


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Unread 10/02/2017, 10:02 AM   #361
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Replace it, check for local glass stores, I have one in my area that can order that glass cut it, bevel etc. I had a 72"x4" 1/2" piece cut for a Euro brace I did a while back, about 50$ a pop which I didn't think was to bad.

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Unread 10/02/2017, 10:05 AM   #362
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Thanks. I will call Flower City today.


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Unread 10/08/2017, 06:19 AM   #363
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Unread 10/08/2017, 04:34 PM   #364
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looks fantastic. let us know on the euro brace - the sistering with a good silicon like RTV108 seems like a reasonable way to go - interested to see what miracles says


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Unread 10/15/2017, 02:05 PM   #365
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On the advice of a YouTube comment, I added braces under the back corner of the tank.

Bulkheads are installed. Tank is clean, and the broken eurobrace is removed. Waiting on the new glass (which should be any day now) and I can get that installed.

I'd like to water test the tank again now that it is in the basement.

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Unread 11/07/2017, 05:31 PM   #366
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Tank is full of rock, sand and saltwater. Plumbing is finished, and so far no leaks.

The Alk in the new tank is like 10, so I am going to let it come down a bit before I open the valves. Otherwise, so far, so good.

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Unread 11/09/2017, 07:28 PM   #367
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Unread 11/10/2017, 08:15 AM   #368
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Wow... very humbled. You will have to have a party when you are ready. Would love to see it in person. If you need to unload frags, let me know.


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Unread 11/10/2017, 08:53 AM   #369
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Everything looks really great Terry! Congratulations. Can’t wait to see the 420 all done.


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Unread 11/11/2017, 07:05 AM   #370
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Thanks guys.

So far, all is well. I replumbed the drains and return manifold. I raised the drains up a bit, to get more downward flow. I also replaced the ball valve on the full siphon with a gate valve that I had completely forgotten that I bought. I also redid the return manifold. There was a slow drip leak that was driving me nuts. I added in some unions, so I can remove the whole return if I need to.

I bought a Imperator Angel and Magnificent Foxface and added them to the big tank. They are doing well.


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Unread 11/11/2017, 07:07 AM   #371
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Wow... very humbled. You will have to have a party when you are ready. Would love to see it in person. If you need to unload frags, let me know.
I'd love to host a get together. I've got frags coming out of my ears. Red and green montipora, Olive stag, purple stylophora, pink, gree and blue bird'snest. Among others

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Unread 11/11/2017, 07:09 AM   #372
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I came up with a cheap lighting solution for now. I bought two 5000K LED flood lights on clamp fixtures and moved my 72" Reef Brite strip downstairs. It will work for now.

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Unread 11/11/2017, 07:24 AM   #373
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Looks like you went with the larger drain as the siphon and the other as the emergency. Not sure it matters. Mine is the reverse. I’m in need of frags ;-). When you are ready. I’m out of town for a bit as well.


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Unread 11/11/2017, 07:26 AM   #374
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Both drains are 1.5", bot returns are 1"

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Unread 11/15/2017, 03:13 PM   #375
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