Poidog's 70g Tech Tank Build

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 12:51 PM

Most of you know, I am finally taking the plunge and upgrading from my nano. I've had the itch to upgrade for a while, but with the house for sale, I didn't want to have to break down a new tank if it sold. Well.... the house has been on the market for a year now, and under the realization that nothing is moving in this market, it's not gonna sell anytime soon. So I told the hubby if you want me to make it through this winter and stay sane I need to upgrade to keep me busy! haha

I picked up Carrie's Oceanic 70g Tech tank and stand, she bought it new and only had it up and running for a year. I cleaned it up with vinegar and water and it looks good as new. I wanted an oceanic tech because of the design and starphire glass, but they were discontinued, so I was lucky to find one in the size I wanted that was in almost new condition.

The tech stand is a bit disappointing, but doable. I like the style, but for some reason the back supports and back panel are made out of MDF, so there is some minor swelling from water damage. The top, front supports, and bottom are solid so those are fine. I'm going to cut 2 pieces of 2x4 and wedge them in vertically at the back (inside the cabinet) to help the rear supports if the MDF becomes unstable. I'm also going to get water sealant spray paint and seal any open cracks/seams. Doing this will clear any stability issues away that I have.

(please don't mind the dog "doing her thang")

I'm going to piece together my equipment have the tank up and running when summer ends (so if there are any heat issues, I don't have to deal with them this year). I have some of it already that I can reuse off my nano.

The plan is to be SPS mid/upper dominated. Maxima clams and LPS at bottom.

Planned equipment list:
- Oceanic 70g Tech
- Tech stand
- Precision Marine 24" sump/refugium
- Super Space Saver Octopus XP-1000SSS Cone Skimmer
- Sicce 3.0 return pump
- Jager heaters
- Vortech MP40
- Vortech MP10
- Vortech Battery backup
- DA Reefkeeper Lite
- Giesemann 24" 1x250w MH 4x24w T5

I ordered the sump/plumbing/ and return pump from PA today, and will have tomorrow. I plan on plumbing it up this weekend, so I'll post pics of that when it's done.

polka · 07/14/2011, 12:56 PM

very nice keep us posted !

SkullV · 07/14/2011, 01:00 PM

Nice equipment list. The offer still stands to help plumb it. I have all the tools too.

Tank2379 · 07/14/2011, 01:04 PM

Gonna be a great build can't wait to see it

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkullV

Nice equipment list. The offer still stands to help plumb it. I have all the tools too.

Thanks, and I still may need it. I think I have it figured out, but you never know until you're doing it!

SkullV · 07/14/2011, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poidog81

Thanks, and I still may need it. I think I have it figured out, but you never know until you're doing it!

Good deal, it's too bad I work in Joliet now or I could bring my ratcheting PVC cutter to your office tomorrow. They make things so much easier. Perfect clean cuts every time.

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 01:28 PM

I'm actually going to do flex hose/tubing and not ridged PVC

SkullV · 07/14/2011, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poidog81

I'm actually going to do flex hose/tubing and not ridged PVC

Good deal. The cutter is good for that too. Can't wait to see the progress!

Dre59 · 07/14/2011, 01:42 PM

Why RKL and not da RKE?

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poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dre59

Why RKL and not da RKE?

Already have the RKL from the nano

Dre59 · 07/14/2011, 02:22 PM

Oh, makes sense.. I recently own one and love it (RKL) Da wife won't let me buy all the gadgets for it LOL!!!!

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klviper · 07/14/2011, 02:31 PM

If you need any 1.5 flex, I have a ton of it.

fishgeeksrus · 07/14/2011, 03:21 PM

We have two sizes of flex also. Probable 6'+ pieces.

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 03:23 PM

I would need 1" and 3/4", 5' of each

Too bad you're both so far away from me! I was just going to stop buy ACE and get some... they cut to length there.

nvdiz · 07/14/2011, 03:34 PM

this is gonna be sweet!

can you post a last and final fts of your nano before you take it down?

adam87 · 07/14/2011, 03:35 PM

3/4'' http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.co...04&pcatid=8004

1-1/4"- http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.co...08&pcatid=8008

If your 1'' is barb then you need the 1-1/4''. And get it in black.

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nvdiz

this is gonna be sweet!

can you post a last and final fts of your nano before you take it down?

Of course!

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adam87

3/4'' http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.co...04&pcatid=8004

1-1/4"- http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.co...08&pcatid=8008

If your 1'' is barb then you need the 1-1/4''. And get it in black.

Do you know where I can find black locally? I would like to do this this weekend. I was thinking ACE might, they'll at least have clear. PA only had clear in 10' sections.

the reefer · 07/14/2011, 03:46 PM

I know u said u don't want rigid but I have 1" and 3/4" spa flex PVC I can hook u up with around 6-8" each.

adam87 · 07/14/2011, 03:51 PM

I do not know. I just buy it from them and its alot cheaper to.

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adam87

If your 1'' is barb then you need the 1-1/4''. And get it in black.

wait. Why do I need an extra 1/4" on my 1" barb. Shouldn't I get a 1" ID tubing? Do I need an extra 1/4" on my 3/4" barb?

SkullV · 07/14/2011, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poidog81

wait. Why do I need an extra 1/4" on my 1" barb. Shouldn't I get a 1" ID tubing? Do I need an extra 1/4" on my 3/4" barb?

You want 1"ID for your 1"OD barb. The purpose of the barb is for the barbs to seal and hold the tubing. Also, PM sent.

poidog81 · 07/14/2011, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkullV

You want 1"ID for your 1"OD barb. The purpose of the barb is for the barbs to seal and hold the tubing. Also, PM sent.

That's what I thought.

ayckorea · 07/14/2011, 04:15 PM

i just got a used 57 rimless tank with stand, it is in the slow progress with no water, lol..... it has the same footprint as yours, but the tank is 3inches lower.

the stand is terribile with water damaged inside, i have also add 2x4 @4 to support it.

i also wanna have a waterproof spray the inside, but i dunno should i apply the water based or the oil based. i m worrying the spray is not good enough, so i simply lay a plastic sheet inside it.

adam87 · 07/14/2011, 05:40 PM

07/14/2011, 12:51 PM	#1
poidog81 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Evanston, IL Posts: 2,161	Poidog's 70g Tech Tank Build Most of you know, I am finally taking the plunge and upgrading from my nano. I've had the itch to upgrade for a while, but with the house for sale, I didn't want to have to break down a new tank if it sold. Well.... the house has been on the market for a year now, and under the realization that nothing is moving in this market, it's not gonna sell anytime soon. So I told the hubby if you want me to make it through this winter and stay sane I need to upgrade to keep me busy! haha I picked up Carrie's Oceanic 70g Tech tank and stand, she bought it new and only had it up and running for a year. I cleaned it up with vinegar and water and it looks good as new. I wanted an oceanic tech because of the design and starphire glass, but they were discontinued, so I was lucky to find one in the size I wanted that was in almost new condition. The tech stand is a bit disappointing, but doable. I like the style, but for some reason the back supports and back panel are made out of MDF, so there is some minor swelling from water damage. The top, front supports, and bottom are solid so those are fine. I'm going to cut 2 pieces of 2x4 and wedge them in vertically at the back (inside the cabinet) to help the rear supports if the MDF becomes unstable. I'm also going to get water sealant spray paint and seal any open cracks/seams. Doing this will clear any stability issues away that I have. (please don't mind the dog "doing her thang") I'm going to piece together my equipment have the tank up and running when summer ends (so if there are any heat issues, I don't have to deal with them this year). I have some of it already that I can reuse off my nano. The plan is to be SPS mid/upper dominated. Maxima clams and LPS at bottom. Planned equipment list: - Oceanic 70g Tech - Tech stand - Precision Marine 24" sump/refugium - Super Space Saver Octopus XP-1000SSS Cone Skimmer - Sicce 3.0 return pump - Jager heaters - Vortech MP40 - Vortech MP10 - Vortech Battery backup - DA Reefkeeper Lite - Giesemann 24" 1x250w MH 4x24w T5 I ordered the sump/plumbing/ and return pump from PA today, and will have tomorrow. I plan on plumbing it up this weekend, so I'll post pics of that when it's done. __________________ -Eric Current Tank Info: 70g Oceanic Tech -- SPS dominated Last edited by poidog81; 07/14/2011 at 01:18 PM.

07/14/2011, 01:04 PM	#4
Tank2379 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago(Logan Square/Humbolt Park) Posts: 3,852	Gonna be a great build can't wait to see it __________________ 60G Cube- Powered By Apollo Reef LED 44PC Artic-Red, 2X MP10 ES, Tunze Silence 1073.020, Octopus Skimmer NW150, Apex Jr with Aqua Notes App/Display plus VDM for LED dimmable feature , Sump 20"X20"X16" Designed By nanoseacreations.

07/14/2011, 01:28 PM	#7
poidog81 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Evanston, IL Posts: 2,161	I'm actually going to do flex hose/tubing and not ridged PVC __________________ -Eric Current Tank Info: 70g Oceanic Tech -- SPS dominated

07/14/2011, 01:42 PM	#9
Dre59 Miss the Windy Cty Join Date: May 2008 Location: Scottsdale AZ Posts: 1,249	Why RKL and not da RKE? Sent from my SCH-I500 using Tapatalk __________________ 20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. Explore. Dream.

07/14/2011, 02:22 PM	#11
Dre59 Miss the Windy Cty Join Date: May 2008 Location: Scottsdale AZ Posts: 1,249	Oh, makes sense.. I recently own one and love it (RKL) Da wife won't let me buy all the gadgets for it LOL!!!! Sent from my SCH-I500 using Tapatalk __________________ 20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. Explore. Dream.

07/14/2011, 12:56 PM	#2
polka Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Mt. Prospect IL Posts: 1,089	very nice keep us posted !

07/14/2011, 01:00 PM	#3
SkullV They Got My Number Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago, IL (Downtown) Posts: 5,899	Nice equipment list. The offer still stands to help plumb it. I have all the tools too.

07/14/2011, 02:31 PM	#12
klviper Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 572	If you need any 1.5 flex, I have a ton of it. __________________ 450 display - 1k gal setup

07/14/2011, 03:21 PM	#13
fishgeeksrus Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Island Lake, IL Posts: 3,042	We have two sizes of flex also. Probable 6'+ pieces. __________________ Teach a man to fish, he'll eat for a lifetime..... Give a man a fish, he'll put it in an aquarium. Dennis+Andrea Current Tank Info: 180g Inwall SPS Dominated

07/14/2011, 03:23 PM	#14
poidog81 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Evanston, IL Posts: 2,161	I would need 1" and 3/4", 5' of each Too bad you're both so far away from me! I was just going to stop buy ACE and get some... they cut to length there. __________________ -Eric Current Tank Info: 70g Oceanic Tech -- SPS dominated

07/14/2011, 03:34 PM	#15
nvdiz Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Skokie Posts: 1,342	this is gonna be sweet! can you post a last and final fts of your nano before you take it down? __________________ Nano Cube 24 <----- Look at pics in my albums Current Tank Info: SPS Biocube 29

07/14/2011, 03:35 PM	#16
adam87 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: IL Posts: 756	3/4'' http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.co...04&pcatid=8004 1-1/4"- http://www.fosterandsmithaquatics.co...08&pcatid=8008 If your 1'' is barb then you need the 1-1/4''. And get it in black.

07/14/2011, 03:46 PM	#19
the reefer Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: chicago/pilsen Posts: 321	I know u said u don't want rigid but I have 1" and 3/4" spa flex PVC I can hook u up with around 6-8" each.

07/14/2011, 03:51 PM	#20
adam87 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: IL Posts: 756	I do not know. I just buy it from them and its alot cheaper to.

07/14/2011, 04:15 PM	#24
ayckorea Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Aurora, IL Posts: 102	i just got a used 57 rimless tank with stand, it is in the slow progress with no water, lol..... it has the same footprint as yours, but the tank is 3inches lower. the stand is terribile with water damaged inside, i have also add 2x4 @4 to support it. i also wanna have a waterproof spray the inside, but i dunno should i apply the water based or the oil based. i m worrying the spray is not good enough, so i simply lay a plastic sheet inside it. Last edited by ayckorea; 07/14/2011 at 04:22 PM.

07/14/2011, 05:40 PM	#25
adam87 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: IL Posts: 756

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