Formal Inroduction / Tank Build (1 Viewer)

openwaters · Jan 31, 2013

Hi my Name Is Johnpaul I am not exactly new but have only posted rarly at best, you could say I have been just lurking around, reading and learning. I have been reefing for only a couple years now, I just recently tord down my 36 gallon bow front here are some picturs if I can figure it out.

montiporalova · Jan 31, 2013

openwaters said:
Hi my Name Is Johnpaul I am not exactly new but have only posted rarly at best, you could say I have been just lurking around, reading and learning. I have been reefing for only a couple years now, I just recently tord down my 36 gallon bow front here are some picturs if I can figure it out.

You should use photobucket and use the IMG code.and paste it on your thread.

Hawkii · Jan 31, 2013

I had been just lurking around, reading and learning also. Now when I have something to say I say it. I am learning more by getting more involved and asking questions. And hopefully I will learn to type faster. Get involved, and speak up.

openwaters · Jan 31, 2013

Hey I figured it out lol.

Here are some picturs of my 36gallon bow front I tore down a few weeks ago to move and get rid of somethings for my new build

Here is a sneek peek of the new build.

Fishmonger70 · Jan 31, 2013

Nice! I can't wait to see more.:beerchug:

openwaters · Jan 31, 2013

For some reason the 36 gallon pics did not load I will re post them in alittle bit.

LowersMyBP · Jan 31, 2013

You've had that tank a while, I see grass on the ground....

Wbgnt · Jan 31, 2013

is this an inwall build what kind of lighting are you thinking about using. what other equipment are you planning on using we like lots of details here lol so that we can live vicariously through your build.

openwaters · Jan 31, 2013

LowersMyBP said:
You've had that tank a while, I see grass on the ground....

Yea, I am just getting around to posting the build on hear. I actualy had the tank sitting around for over a year before I even touched it and have moved since getting the tank as well. like mentioned in OP I just tore down the 36 to move things

openwaters · Jan 31, 2013

wbgnt said:
is this an inwall build what kind of lighting are you thinking about using. what other equipment are you planning on using we like lots of details here lol so that we can live vicariously through your build.

Yes Nate, This is a in wall build, I am going to use 3 ecotech radions, Reef Octo 3000int for the skimmer, and a reeflo dart for return and 2-3 mp 40s for flow.

openwaters · Feb 1, 2013

Should have more pics up later tonight.

chevelle3454 · Feb 1, 2013

:biggthumpup::biggthumpup:

openwaters · Feb 1, 2013

chevelle3454 said:
:biggthumpup::biggthumpup:

Chevelle how you get signature pic to be so big?

openwaters · Feb 3, 2013

Update

Well a little late on posting more pictures of the build, I have been busy the last few days. As promised here are somemore pictures of the progress.

I felt distructive here and tore the dry wall of the wall where the tank will be sitting.

Here is a picture of the hvac duct that needed to be moved over because it was in the way of where the hole is going to be (note- pic is after duct was moved you can tell if looking at first photo)

This a picture of the floor in the tank/laundry room that I epoxyed(<--spell?) I think it turned Out good for one of those DIY kits.

Also had gotten some goodies for the tank that I put together as well

First of three done. I go to say I really like the screen material from brs...good stuff!

Well thats It for now more picturs are to follow win in a few days so hang tight

acharpenter · Feb 3, 2013

Thanks for the pics dude - and WELCOME to TCMAS

Fishmonger70 · Feb 3, 2013

Wow dude, you really tore that wall up!:beerchug:

openwaters · Feb 3, 2013

Update

Hi everyone, Just a little update have a few more pictures here for all you guys and gals to check out. I hope you like what you see and if you have any questions or advice or tips i would be happy to answer and or here them thanks.:biggthumpup:

Got the location all markerd out lol some very percise work there.

Here I got the massive header built and installed in its location. the header is two 2x12 with 1/2inch plywood sandwiched in between, all glued and screwed together. I put I up there in its location all by my self which was a mistake should of got helpers it was a pain. Here are some pics of the header in and the wall framing and the hole.

Header in place.

Here it is all framend out and hole cut and electrical ran to proper locations.

Picture from viewing side

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Also got some pics of the RO/DI mounting. should be 150gpd.

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mapierce7 · Feb 4, 2013

Looks like good progress, I like in wall builds. Maybe time for a new sediment filter...?

openwaters · Feb 10, 2013

UPDATE!

So I have been procrastinating lately and have not posted on the build. So with out making you guys wait any longer.

mapierce7- This is just for you,lol. I had a brs duel reactor laying around so i converted it to to use as a duel DI canisters and used the old DI canister for an extra sediment fillter.

Before.