New 425g build - Page 2

laserjim · 11/27/2016, 10:03 AM

Thanks Guys, I got a great deal on this. 1760 delivered. Top and 2 sides are 3/4 and the bottom 1/2.

laserjim · 11/27/2016, 12:37 PM

Bought some of these Shark bite valves.

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I cut the top off them to get rid of the metal Shark bite.

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Drilled holes in the Durso caps.

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Screwed the air valves into the caps. You could seal them with something, mine pretty much screwed right in tight.

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And there you have it. Adjustable air valves for the top of the Durso's. I suppose you could do this on the side of the Durso if you were going to cover your overflow.

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mrdobie · 11/27/2016, 12:46 PM

Love the tank so far im following along

rogergolf66 · 11/27/2016, 03:50 PM

Well if it was me I would call john at Faois and get his option. That's what I would do. Good luck

laserjim · 11/29/2016, 01:28 PM

I need some opinions, I have 2 L1 vortechs. Do you think I should run 1 to each overflow or one would be good enough /

SPS911 · 11/29/2016, 01:50 PM

2 would give you redundancy if one malfunctioned or if it needed repair. That's my vote

bigzman · 11/29/2016, 01:57 PM

I would run 2 since they are adjustable. So if 1 needs to be cleaned you can dial the other one up. I must suggest it before Mike and others will gate valves are your friend :-).

rogergolf66 · 11/29/2016, 02:12 PM

My vote is for at least 2 return pumps for Redundant for number 1, number 2 that's a big tank I like a lot of turn over but I like a high turn over rate and change filter socks a lot but that's just me. Don't forget if u are going to build a manifold and divert some of that flow to rectors, fug, ect.

laserjim · 11/29/2016, 03:00 PM

2 it is, And yes I would like to do a manifold, forgot all about it. Thanks guys.

JonezNReef · 11/29/2016, 08:04 PM

I really like the air valves on the durso's like that. I will be borrowing this idea on my 180 build. As far as the pumps go I'm sure with a tank that large you could use all the flow and turn over you could get.

laserjim · 12/03/2016, 04:14 PM

Got the sump.

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bigzman · 12/03/2016, 07:57 PM

Nice sump. Sorry couldn't make it today. Love the black sides.

laserjim · 12/05/2016, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bigzman

Nice sump. Sorry couldn't make it today. Love the black sides.

I bought that sump from Steve. He was asking about you.

bigzman · 12/05/2016, 10:31 PM

Jim, I will call him in am. My current tank is suffering need to fix first.

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Originally Posted by laserjim

I bought that sump from Steve. He was asking about you.

laserjim · 12/06/2016, 07:36 PM

I tinted the sides with blackout tint.

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Nola Bear · 12/06/2016, 07:53 PM

Forgive my noobness, but why tint it?

laserjim · 12/06/2016, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Nola Bear

Forgive my noobness, but why tint it?

Its an in-wall install, seen from front and back. Hides a lot of cords and the Inside of the wall ect..

Nola Bear · 12/06/2016, 08:23 PM

Ahh. That makes sense~

blindskater02 · 12/06/2016, 08:27 PM

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laserjim · 12/07/2016, 05:30 PM

Picked up some goodies. Love the smell of that glue.

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EMTAdam · 12/08/2016, 12:25 AM

Jim, if you dont mind me asking... Where did you get the new tank from? I have been looking for a large tank, but prices and delivery options have kept me at bay.

bigzman · 12/08/2016, 09:35 AM

Jim, I might have a buyer who can use it as a QT for an 850 gallon build. Will send PM shortly if its still available.

laserjim · 12/08/2016, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by bigzman

Jim, I might have a buyer who can use it as a QT for an 850 gallon build. Will send PM shortly if its still available.

Yes, still here. 250.00

Specfishin · 12/08/2016, 12:44 PM

Doh! I missed it?

bigzman · 12/08/2016, 01:12 PM

Jim, my friend is going a different route on his QT system with several 90's.

11/27/2016, 10:03 AM	#26
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	Thanks Guys, I got a great deal on this. 1760 delivered. Top and 2 sides are 3/4 and the bottom 1/2. __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

11/27/2016, 12:37 PM	#27
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	Started building Durso's Bought some of these Shark bite valves. ****** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> **** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> I cut the top off them to get rid of the metal Shark bite. **** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> Drilled holes in the Durso caps. **** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> Screwed the air valves into the caps. You could seal them with something, mine pretty much screwed right in tight. **** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> And there you have it. Adjustable air valves for the top of the Durso's. I suppose you could do this on the side of the Durso if you were going to cover your overflow. ****** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

11/27/2016, 03:50 PM	#29
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	Well if it was me I would call john at Faois and get his option. That's what I would do. Good luck __________________ 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.

11/29/2016, 01:28 PM	#30
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	I need some opinions, I have 2 L1 vortechs. Do you think I should run 1 to each overflow or one would be good enough / __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

11/29/2016, 01:57 PM	#32
bigzman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: New Tampa FL Posts: 2,807	I would run 2 since they are adjustable. So if 1 needs to be cleaned you can dial the other one up. I must suggest it before Mike and others will gate valves are your friend :-). __________________ 330g SPS - LED/T5 - EShopp S-300 Skimmer - 4 x Jebao PP20- reefkeeper elite Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef lps sps

11/27/2016, 12:46 PM	#28
mrdobie Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Long Island, N.Y. Posts: 74	Love the tank so far im following along

11/29/2016, 01:50 PM	#31
SPS911 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Westchase Posts: 302	2 would give you redundancy if one malfunctioned or if it needed repair. That's my vote

11/29/2016, 02:12 PM	#33
rogergolf66 im an addict lol Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Land o lakes, FLorida Posts: 12,930	My vote is for at least 2 return pumps for Redundant for number 1, number 2 that's a big tank I like a lot of turn over but I like a high turn over rate and change filter socks a lot but that's just me. Don't forget if u are going to build a manifold and divert some of that flow to rectors, fug, ect. __________________ 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; 11/29/2016 at 02:51 PM.

11/29/2016, 03:00 PM	#34
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	2 it is, And yes I would like to do a manifold, forgot all about it. Thanks guys. __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

11/29/2016, 08:04 PM	#35
JonezNReef Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 782	I really like the air valves on the durso's like that. I will be borrowing this idea on my 180 build. As far as the pumps go I'm sure with a tank that large you could use all the flow and turn over you could get.

12/03/2016, 04:14 PM	#36
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	Got the sump. ****** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> ****** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

12/03/2016, 07:57 PM	#37
bigzman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: New Tampa FL Posts: 2,807	Nice sump. Sorry couldn't make it today. Love the black sides. __________________ 330g SPS - LED/T5 - EShopp S-300 Skimmer - 4 x Jebao PP20- reefkeeper elite Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef lps sps

12/06/2016, 07:36 PM	#40
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	I tinted the sides with blackout tint. ******** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

12/06/2016, 07:53 PM	#41
Nola Bear Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: St. Pete Posts: 311	Forgive my noobness, but why tint it? __________________ Current Tank Info: Red Sea E 260 - Mixed Reef Current Tank Info: IM Fusion 10 - Nem Tank

12/06/2016, 08:23 PM	#43
Nola Bear Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: St. Pete Posts: 311	Ahh. That makes sense~ __________________ Current Tank Info: Red Sea E 260 - Mixed Reef Current Tank Info: IM Fusion 10 - Nem Tank

12/06/2016, 08:27 PM	#44
blindskater02 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: St.Pete, Florida Posts: 740	Any interest in a large tonga shelf rock I'm selling? IMG_0482.jpg Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

12/07/2016, 05:30 PM	#45
laserjim Another Day In Paradise Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,956	Picked up some goodies. Love the smell of that glue. ******** async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"> __________________ Jim Current Tank Info: 430 gallon, 4 radion gen 3pro, 4 T5 bulbs, 60 inch Life Reef skimmer, Apex gold, 2 Dos dosers, ,80 gallon sump. 2 Cor pumps. 2 Ecotech MP 60 powerheads

12/08/2016, 12:25 AM	#46
EMTAdam Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 5	Jim, if you dont mind me asking... Where did you get the new tank from? I have been looking for a large tank, but prices and delivery options have kept me at bay.

12/08/2016, 09:35 AM	#47
bigzman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: New Tampa FL Posts: 2,807	Jim, I might have a buyer who can use it as a QT for an 850 gallon build. Will send PM shortly if its still available. __________________ 330g SPS - LED/T5 - EShopp S-300 Skimmer - 4 x Jebao PP20- reefkeeper elite Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef lps sps

12/08/2016, 12:44 PM	#49
Specfishin Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: New port richey Posts: 457	Doh! I missed it?

12/08/2016, 01:12 PM	#50
bigzman Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: New Tampa FL Posts: 2,807	Jim, my friend is going a different route on his QT system with several 90's. __________________ 330g SPS - LED/T5 - EShopp S-300 Skimmer - 4 x Jebao PP20- reefkeeper elite Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef lps sps