Water Change station remodel - Page 4

BobbyV · 08/01/2014, 08:56 AM

I just want to express how freaking envious I am that your home has the ability to accommodate such an awesome man made wonder.

I absolutely hate lugging in an empty 55 gallon brute trash can into my home every week.

It isn't that much of a pain but your set up is absolutely ideal for the advanced aquarist.

Good show .. .. .. Glad to know you!

rogergolf66 · 08/01/2014, 10:24 AM

Thx so much bobby. I have wanted this setup for years. I could have setup a nice new tank for the cost but I'm very happy with it and it will last for 10 plus years so worth it.

Here is what the inside of the salt mix container looks like. The bottom bulkhead points down to help mix the salt. The top one is pointed mostly to make a circular motion in the cylinder but it points slightly down also.

rogergolf66 · 08/01/2014, 10:27 AM

Now it's perfect.... Had to fix my mistake. I guess that's what happens when u do projects on no sleep in the middle of the night when the baby is finally sleeping

I still have to mount the power strip on the top right above the water. When I moved 90 gal from the RO to the salt water side it took less then 1 min. The pump is working great!!!

snake1 · 08/01/2014, 10:50 AM

roger that looks awesome...

rogergolf66 · 08/01/2014, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by snake1

roger that looks awesome...

Thx I put a lot of thought in this one. Now I need time to get the setup automated for my ATO and auto water changer connected. Hoses r all run I just have to calibrate it and mount it then set how much to change out each day.

Tampa Aquarium Service · 08/01/2014, 09:23 PM

Glad to see you changed the plumbing on the pump end...Was wondering why you would draw water from the middle of the vat and return to the bottom? Though it had something to do with this auto w/c system.

rogergolf66 · 08/02/2014, 07:38 AM

Just a tired mistake. Was easy fix since I have used so many unions

Reefpilot11 · 08/02/2014, 07:50 AM

Wow, this is so ideal for anyone with a large reef tank. Very nice Roger.

tigger2577 · 08/02/2014, 08:02 AM

Looking good nice design. The only suggestion I gave is to add another valve just above the line that goes to the trash can. This would make things a little easier to shut off the flaw back to the storage tank as you would only have 1 to close vs 2.

rogergolf66 · 08/02/2014, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Reefpilot11

Wow, this is so ideal for anyone with a large reef tank. Very nice Roger.

Thx. I'm very excited!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigger2577

Looking good nice design. The only suggestion I gave is to add another valve just above the line that goes to the trash can. This would make things a little easier to shut off the flaw back to the storage tank as you would only have 1 to close vs 2.

Thx I will think about adding that.

rogergolf66 · 08/04/2014, 11:31 AM

Made my first batch of salt today. Mixed well and quickly. Since I haven't had time to setup autowater changer had to do the old fashion way with a hose running from new water to sump. I didn't know they made different connections on spickets. My hose wouldn't attach to it. I guess I need to go get a different spicket. Maybe I will have time to calibrate the pumps and get them setup today.

RiddleEagle18 · 08/04/2014, 02:25 PM

Roger what spigot and hose were you using before? Im looking for 50ft food grade options on mine as well

rogergolf66 · 08/04/2014, 02:40 PM

Well I have a 50 ft food grade hose been using for years. Use the ones that r used on RV's. For some reason that hose wouldn't match threads to the new Spigot on this new setup. Thx for spelling. Knew I was wrong

RiddleEagle18 · 08/04/2014, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by rogergolf66

Well I have a 50 ft food grade hose been using for years. Use the ones that r used on RV's. For some reason that hose wouldn't match threads to the new Spigot on this new setup. Thx for spelling. Knew I was wrong

All the ones ive seen have metal connectors. Not an issue I guess?

rogergolf66 · 08/04/2014, 03:43 PM

Metal connection yes but with rubber gasket the water dosnt touch the metal at least on mine

RiddleEagle18 · 08/04/2014, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by rogergolf66

Metal connection yes but with rubber gasket the water dosnt touch the metal at least on mine

Makes sense. Thanks.

bigzman · 08/04/2014, 04:32 PM

Amazing setup roger. Even more so when you see it in person.

rogergolf66 · 08/04/2014, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by bigzman

Amazing setup roger. Even more so when you see it in person.

Thx Z

LIReefer · 08/05/2014, 11:07 AM

Roger....What pump are you using. I just purchased 2 tanks and building a similar system.

rogergolf66 · 08/05/2014, 11:59 AM

it is a blue line 70HD. If u r coming to meeting Saturday u could check it out in person.

Forget that. I see u r not local to r club

feel free to ask any question. Be glad to help in any way I can.

Roger

bigzman · 08/05/2014, 04:25 PM

Roger are you going to paint in the gallon markings? If so please update pics.

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Originally Posted by rogergolf66

Now it's perfect.... Had to fix my mistake. I guess that's what happens when u do projects on no sleep in the middle of the night when the baby is finally sleeping

I still have to mount the power strip on the top right above the water. When I moved 90 gal from the RO to the salt water side it took less then 1 min. The pump is working great!!!

rogergolf66 · 08/05/2014, 04:58 PM

yes that will be on my list to do things. I need to get the autors changer and a couple other things done first but yes I will do that.

rogergolf66 · 08/06/2014, 02:46 PM

For z

rogergolf66 · 08/06/2014, 02:51 PM

Final go ato and kalk working from new containers. No more hose running through my house to fill holding containers! !!

Last thing to do is setup auto water changer!!! Almost done

Tamw1se · 08/08/2014, 11:16 AM

Do you use the external pump for circulation after the mixing of the salt batch is complete or do you just aerate the water that is being stored?

08/01/2014, 10:24 AM	#77
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Thx so much bobby. I have wanted this setup for years. I could have setup a nice new tank for the cost but I'm very happy with it and it will last for 10 plus years so worth it. Here is what the inside of the salt mix container looks like. The bottom bulkhead points down to help mix the salt. The top one is pointed mostly to make a circular motion in the cylinder but it points slightly down also. __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/01/2014, 10:27 AM	#78
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Now it's perfect.... Had to fix my mistake. I guess that's what happens when u do projects on no sleep in the middle of the night when the baby is finally sleeping I still have to mount the power strip on the top right above the water. When I moved 90 gal from the RO to the salt water side it took less then 1 min. The pump is working great!!! __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/01/2014, 09:23 PM	#81
Tampa Aquarium Service Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Tampa Posts: 665	Glad to see you changed the plumbing on the pump end...Was wondering why you would draw water from the middle of the vat and return to the bottom? Though it had something to do with this auto w/c system. __________________ Got a question? Just ask. Like us on FaceBook. Current Tank Info: More than any sane person should have

08/02/2014, 07:38 AM	#82
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Just a tired mistake. Was easy fix since I have used so many unions __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/04/2014, 11:31 AM	#86
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Made my first batch of salt today. Mixed well and quickly. Since I haven't had time to setup autowater changer had to do the old fashion way with a hose running from new water to sump. I didn't know they made different connections on spickets. My hose wouldn't attach to it. I guess I need to go get a different spicket. Maybe I will have time to calibrate the pumps and get them setup today. __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/01/2014, 08:56 AM	#76
BobbyV Established since 2008 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Apollo Beach, FL Posts: 2,190	I just want to express how freaking envious I am that your home has the ability to accommodate such an awesome man made wonder. I absolutely hate lugging in an empty 55 gallon brute trash can into my home every week. It isn't that much of a pain but your set up is absolutely ideal for the advanced aquarist. Good show .. .. .. Glad to know you!

08/01/2014, 10:50 AM	#79
snake1 Premium Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 2,044	roger that looks awesome...

08/02/2014, 07:50 AM	#83
Reefpilot11 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Indian rocks beach Posts: 926	Wow, this is so ideal for anyone with a large reef tank. Very nice Roger.

08/02/2014, 08:02 AM	#84
tigger2577 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 207	Looking good nice design. The only suggestion I gave is to add another valve just above the line that goes to the trash can. This would make things a little easier to shut off the flaw back to the storage tank as you would only have 1 to close vs 2.

08/04/2014, 02:25 PM	#87
RiddleEagle18 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Palmetto, FL Posts: 689	Roger what spigot and hose were you using before? Im looking for 50ft food grade options on mine as well

08/04/2014, 02:40 PM	#88
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Well I have a 50 ft food grade hose been using for years. Use the ones that r used on RV's. For some reason that hose wouldn't match threads to the new Spigot on this new setup. Thx for spelling. Knew I was wrong __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/04/2014, 03:43 PM	#90
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Metal connection yes but with rubber gasket the water dosnt touch the metal at least on mine __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/04/2014, 04:32 PM	#92
bigzman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: New Tampa FL Posts: 2,807	Amazing setup roger. Even more so when you see it in person. __________________ 330g SPS - LED/T5 - EShopp S-300 Skimmer - 4 x Jebao PP20- reefkeeper elite Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef lps sps

08/05/2014, 11:07 AM	#94
LIReefer Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: East Meadow, NY Posts: 488	Roger....What pump are you using. I just purchased 2 tanks and building a similar system. __________________ - Ed Current Tank Info: 325 gal in-wall, 200g sump w/refugium. 4 VorTech MP60's, Neptune Sky’s, Lifereef Skimmer, Complete Apex systems

08/05/2014, 11:59 AM	#95
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	it is a blue line 70HD. If u r coming to meeting Saturday u could check it out in person. Forget that. I see u r not local to r club feel free to ask any question. Be glad to help in any way I can. Roger __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank. Last edited by rogergolf66; 08/05/2014 at 12:22 PM.

08/05/2014, 04:58 PM	#97
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	yes that will be on my list to do things. I need to get the autors changer and a couple other things done first but yes I will do that. __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/06/2014, 02:46 PM	#98
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	For z __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/06/2014, 02:51 PM	#99
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Final go ato and kalk working from new containers. No more hose running through my house to fill holding containers! !! Last thing to do is setup auto water changer!!! Almost done __________________ Goal levels: salinity 35ppt, temp 78-79, alk 8-9, cal 430-450, mag 1310-1400 po4 .03, no3 1-3 Current Tank Info: System 1... 100 gal Zoa tank I built, 30 gal Ric Yuma shroom tank, 30 gal mix tank my sons,40 gal softie tank, 40 gal nem tank, two 40 gal LPS tank. System 2... 240 gal SPS display attached 100 gal frag SPS only tank.

08/08/2014, 11:16 AM	#100
Tamw1se Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Tarpon Springs, FL Posts: 164	Do you use the external pump for circulation after the mixing of the salt batch is complete or do you just aerate the water that is being stored? __________________ TW Current Tank Info: IM 16 Gallon, Biocube 29 and 265 Marineland