Caitlynn's 75 gallon reef build!

[caitlynnanne9189]

Yea you can get wheels for the brute. But there not very big, just like 3 inch casters. So it will be hard to push on carpet and over your door trim.

I won't be moving it so I'm ok with not having the weels. What I'll have to do I think is place the brute on the patio and make 5 gallon buckets at a time and put it in there to have some stored up.

 

[mr_X]

You can also run a super long line from the R.O.D.I. to the trash can. My R.O. unit fills a 55 gallon drum about 15 feet away.

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

You can also run a super long line from the R.O.D.I. to the trash can. My R.O. unit fills a 55 gallon drum about 15 feet away.

That world work! I'd just have to Hook it up and then take it down when I'm done. Is this possiable? I think I'm gonna get in on the next bulk buy at BRS if I have the money and get the RODI.

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

Update!

Im going to sand down the tank stand Tuesday I think and buy the new stain Friday it's gonna be a dark red/brown color!

And any suggestions on how to get this off? I've fried scalding hot water and a kitchen scrubber that is now designated for my tank but it won't come off

 

[Hondatek]

A little bit of vinegar and some elbow grease should take care of it.

 

[Ibrahim]

Update!

Im going to sand down the tank stand Tuesday I think and buy the new stain Friday it's gonna be a dark red/brown color!

And any suggestions on how to get this off? I've fried scalding hot water and a kitchen scrubber that is now designated for my tank but it won't come off

Id say soak it in vinegar/water but that's going to cost you like $40 lol it will come straight of though in 24 hrs if you do

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

Id say soak it in vinegar/water but that's going to cost you like $40 lol it will come straight of though in 24 hrs if you do

Think I could just wipe it down with vinager and water? Would that help/work.

 

[ocean]

Try wetting some towels/rags with vinegar and laying them against it. Paper towels might work the best, they will mold and stick to the surface.

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

Try wetting some towels/rags with vinegar and laying them against it. Paper towels might work the best, they will mold and stick to the surface.

Alright will try it on Tuesday thanks!

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

Can I have one of these? I have no idea what kind it is but I want one!! It was at a lfs

 

[Ibrahim]

Can I have one of these? I have no idea what kind it is but I want one!! It was at a lfs

They aren't reef safe

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

They aren't reef safe

Awe man!!!! That's such a bummer. Are any star fish reef safe?

 

[Ibrahim]

Awe man!!!! That's such a bummer. Are any star fish reef safe?

There are a few. A couple are serpent and bristle stars

 

[KAhner]

One of the nicer looking ones that your likely to see during the day are linckias. Have you discovered liveaquaria.com yet? It's kinda the standard for compatibility, husbandry, and pricing.

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

One of the nicer looking ones that your likely to see during the day are linckias. Have you discovered liveaquaria.com yet? It's kinda the standard for compatibility, husbandry, and pricing.

Yep I have them bookmarked I really do like that site I just don't have a clue what I want yet really. I just happened to see that start fish and was hoping that it was reef safe :/ darn! But it's ok! I'm gonna keep looking!

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

I've been looking into lighting and since I want to attach it to the top of the canopy I have to go with reto lighting correct?

I found this one and I wanted your opinions. I can't find a retro light with more than 2 bulbs that's already made up but I can use 3 of these! And I also found these timer things that I'm trying to understand any info or input would be great!

http://www.aquatraders.com/Accessory-for-T5-Light-Fixture-p/59037.htm

http://www.aquacave.com/Hamilton-Te...48-54W-High-Output-T5-with-LED-P3043C321.aspx

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

I've been looking into lighting and since I want to attach it to the top of the canopy I have to go with reto lighting correct?

I found this one and I wanted your opinions. I can't find a retro light with more than 2 bulbs that's already made up but I can use 3 of these! And I also found these timer things that I'm trying to understand any info or input would be great!

http://www.aquatraders.com/Accessory-for-T5-Light-Fixture-p/59037.htm

http://www.aquacave.com/Hamilton-Technology-Aruba-Sun-V-2-x-48-54W-High-Output-T5-with-LED-P3043C321.aspx

No opinions?

 

[carey]

The second link looks like a good fixture.

 

[mr_X]

Those are ok. I don't think you need that hanging kit with those ready made retros. You just screw them in as far as I remember.
There are a few different brands out there around the same price I'd consider along with the Hamiltons.
These are nice and come with some LEDs-
Coralvue 48 Inch 2 Lamp T5 Retrofit Kit with LEDs

 

[caitlynnanne9189]

Those are ok. I don't think you need that hanging kit with those ready made retros. You just screw them in as far as I remember.
There are a few different brands out there around the same price I'd consider along with the Hamiltons.
These are nice and come with some LEDs-
Coralvue 48 Inch 2 Lamp T5 Retrofit Kit with LEDs

Oops attached the wrong link! I was trying to put the timers up.

http://www.petsolutions.com/C/Aquarium-Power-Strips-Timers.aspx

And question!

Could I use the hanging kit to hang a regular fixture inside the canopy? I'm just trying to eliminate all the cords.

http://www.marinedepot.com/AquaticL...xtures-AquaticLife-AK01191-FILTFIT56U-vi.html

I also found this without a timer but idk about the brand

http://www.marinedepot.com/Current_...xtures-Current_USA-CU01083-FILTFIT5T5-vi.html