Max's 40 Breeder Build

[jcolon]

Now that's a sweet looking tank, I can just imagine what it's going to look like when the plants grow out. I agree with fort on the rear left upslope, gives it a more natural feel.

Did I mention those Manzanita (I assume) DW's? No? Well they look just as sweet!

 

[Joshfishguy]

Good job

 

[maxwellag]

I just ordered a bunch of HC for my other tank- I might end up planting some in this one too.

 

[maxwellag]

Just got done attaching flame moss to the driftwood!

The blyxa looks really happy:

 

[Ziggy953]

Looking good Maxwell!

I like the flame moss!

 

[Joshfishguy]

Looks awesome

 

[maxwellag]

Here's an FTS from tonight:

I really like the moonlights on this tank.

 

[Convict2161]

Here's an FTS from tonight:

I really like the moonlights on this tank.

Just saw this. Tank looks great. Love the driftwood!

 

[maxwellag]

Just saw this. Tank looks great. Love the driftwood!

Thanks! I was worried that I wouldn't like the driftwood because I couldn't get good looks at it online, but I am 100% satisfied with it.

 

[lexiesboots]

Your tank looks awesome!

Just wondering if your tank bows slightly? I just got rid of my 40b because it was bowing and there not being a center brace freaked me out

 

[maxwellag]

Your tank looks awesome!

Just wondering if your tank bows slightly? I just got rid of my 40b because it was bowing and there not being a center brace freaked me out

Yes, it does bow slightly- most Aqueon (AGA) 40 breeders (without center braces) bow slightly. I don't think mine will be an issue, because it only bows about .4". It has pretty thick glass (about .25 inch), so I am sure it isn't a problem.

 

[lexiesboots]

Yes, it does bow slightly- most Aqueon (AGA) 40 breeders (without center braces) bow slightly. I don't think mine will be an issue, because it only bows about .4". It has pretty thick glass (about .25 inch), so I am sure it isn't a problem.

Gotcha well your tank looks awesome so far

 

[maxwellag]

Update:

I just added some staurogyne repens in the back between the driftwood pieces.

The micro sword is sending out new runners.

The blyxa looks really good. I think it has grown a bit!

 

[Ziggy953]

Looking very nice Max.

 

[redsea]

I like it! This tank is an inspiration for my 20g Planted.

 

[maxwellag]

I added a mat of HC and did a water change.

I also tested the water today.
Ammonia: 4 ppm
Nitrite: 0 ppm
Nitrate: 5 ppm

 

[maxwellag]

The plants have definitely filled in some space, although the micro sword seems to be yellowing a little bit.

01-09-13:

Today:

I need to get assassin snails soon

 

[FrankAbagnale]

It's looking pretty sweet man!

 

[bud29]

I need to get assassin snails soon

boooooooooo pest snails boooooooooooo....... I hate those things

Looks good so far!

 

[maxwellag]

boooooooooo pest snails boooooooooooo....... I hate those things

Looks good so far!

Fortunately I did order 10 assassin snails yesterday and they should arrive next Wednesday