STT to VT - Page 2

ScubaDrew · 06-21-2007, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by kathywithbirds

Hi! Quite a relocation! Love the corner tank!

Ever use Coastal Air planes in the islands? My godfather owns the business, he's been on St. Croix forever.

I don't recall using them, but its been a few years! Lots of freinds over on St. Croix, do you ever go and visit?!

ScubaDrew · 06-21-2007, 07:18 PM

My tank isnt level.

It appears to have sagged down towards the front and left. Approx 1/4 inch.

Is this a problem, how do I solve it?

thanks!

kathywithbirds · 06-21-2007, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by scubadrew

I don't recall using them, but its been a few years! Lots of freinds over on St. Croix, do you ever go and visit?!

No, it's been something like 15 years... Uncle Mike's near Christiansted, would love to go again though, let my daughter see the place. Know a Mike Foster?

lcstorc · 06-30-2007, 07:15 AM

Not that I am anything near and expert but I would want the tank level. I would think it would put lots of pressure on the lower parts plus may become a plumbing problem down the line.
Where are our technical people?
Here's a bump if nothing else and maybe somebody who know what they are talking about will speak up.

ScubaDrew · 07-01-2007, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by lcstorc

Not that I am anything near and expert but I would want the tank level. I would think it would put lots of pressure on the lower parts plus may become a plumbing problem down the line.
Where are our technical people?
Here's a bump if nothing else and maybe somebody who know what they are talking about will speak up.

Thanks for the bump! I'm still trying to find a way to level the tank. I checked it before and after with a large level and its very close, i'm surprised more people dont have this problem, or perhaps people just dont notice?

On another note, I'm putting together my lighting and noticed that the VHO bulbs have a painted and unpainted side - one side is slightly more translucent than the other. Does it matter which side faces the tank?

thanks everyone!

Drew

MR PALM BEACH · 07-01-2007, 06:11 PM

Go to HD or Lowes and pick upsome cabinet wood shims. Just tilt the tank "CARFULLY" just enough for the shim to fit underneath and tap the shim till It gets level. Might be tricking seeing you have a corner tank but shouldnt be a problem. Now that I think of It I think It cant be shimed because of being on a corner, the only way maybe Is to drain It then level It that way.

WaiWiliki · 07-01-2007, 06:35 PM

I would take as much water out as you can when you do that. Tilting that corner tank would be a wobbling kinda thing since you'll have to tilt one side then the other. This is where I insert my "I would think clause".

ScubaDrew · 07-03-2007, 11:01 AM

Yeah, I guess I will have to take water out of the tank, its full now, and I dont think I could tilt if I tried...

Am I putting shims between the tank and the stand or between the stand and the floor?

I feel like either way, i'm going to end up with lots of pressure on a small point...

Dentoid · 07-03-2007, 12:14 PM

I would level the stand, so put the shims between the floor and the stand. The combined weight of the tank and its contents will be transfered through the stand to the points that touch the floor. The highest pressure will be on the wooden stand. If you shim under the aquarium the weight distribution will be on the glass and sure to cause breakage.
Have you seen this thread? There may be something you can use in here.
Sub floors & preparing for your new aquarium

cheeks69 · 07-03-2007, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by scubadrew

I've heard some warnings that the 400w might bleach out some things and that 2x250 might have been a better way to go. Anyone have any feeling on this?

Thanks!

Yes I would agree ! What are the dimensions of the tank ?
If you can't or won't replace the 400 for the 250 then I would opt for a higher kelvin bulb. I would stick with one one bulb and get a real good reflector like the LumenArc to get good coverage.

ScubaDrew · 07-12-2007, 09:42 AM

Hey Dentoid,

Thanks for the link - I had read that one a few times before. Not much in it about leveling tanks though. I've left things unlevel - Its close enough where I don't think it will be a problem. Cross your fingers.

Drew

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Originally Posted by Dentoid

I would level the stand, so put the shims between the floor and the stand. The combined weight of the tank and its contents will be transfered through the stand to the points that touch the floor. The highest pressure will be on the wooden stand. If you shim under the aquarium the weight distribution will be on the glass and sure to cause breakage.
Have you seen this thread? There may be something you can use in here.
Sub floors & preparing for your new aquarium

ScubaDrew · 07-12-2007, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by cheeks69

Yes I would agree ! What are the dimensions of the tank ?
If you can't or won't replace the 400 for the 250 then I would opt for a higher kelvin bulb. I would stick with one one bulb and get a real good reflector like the LumenArc to get good coverage.

Hey Cheeks!

below is an image that will give you a rough feel for the dimensions of the tank. I tried very hard to get 2 MHs in this space but found it to be impossable with resources I had. This is how i ended up w/ the 2 Foot PFO Custom Hood with 1 x Metal Halide + 2 x 75 Watt VHO (HERE)

I'm going to hang this as high as i can in the hood to try and disperse the light a little better. I think i'll get about 7 or 8 inches off the water....

canadiensfan · 07-12-2007, 02:39 PM

Having the tank level may give you peace of mind in the future. From what I've read, not having a tank level (especially larger, or bowfront tanks) can lead to tank failure...

ScubaDrew · 07-27-2007, 10:34 AM

Just a quick update -

Tank is full, sand is in place, live sand was added.

Sump is working, skimmer is working, water is crystal clear with the exception of a few micro bubble doing the rounds.

Attached is a picture of my 'proof of concept' sump. ill replace this with hard pvc tubing once i'm happy with the design. I could really use another bubble trap on the devider between the skimmer and return pump. currently there is only a trap before the skimmer.

I know its not pretty, but its my fist attempt at a sump.

ScubaDrew · 07-27-2007, 10:38 AM

I ordered live rock from Live Rock - Tampa Bay Saltwater Aquacultured Live Rock on monday. I have not heard back from them in any way shape or form even after a follow up email and phone call wednesday and today.

I'm a bit dissapointed/concerned that I recieved no response what so ever.

06-30-2007, 07:15 AM	#19 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 18,468 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: STT to VT Not that I am anything near and expert but I would want the tank level. I would think it would put lots of pressure on the lower parts plus may become a plumbing problem down the line. Where are our technical people? Here's a bump if nothing else and maybe somebody who know what they are talking about will speak up. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

07-01-2007, 06:11 PM	#21 (permalink)
MR PALM BEACH Pistol Shrimp Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 250 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: STT to VT Go to HD or Lowes and pick upsome cabinet wood shims. Just tilt the tank "CARFULLY" just enough for the shim to fit underneath and tap the shim till It gets level. Might be tricking seeing you have a corner tank but shouldnt be a problem. Now that I think of It I think It cant be shimed because of being on a corner, the only way maybe Is to drain It then level It that way. __________________ And I thought buying a puppy would be to expensive! http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...90g-build.html _____________________________________________ TANK SPECS: AGA 90RR Current Nova Extreme T5HO (216W) Ocean Runner 2600 (1700gph) Skimmer CSS 220 2 Hydor Koralia 4(1200gph) Sump 29g WWW.PBMAS.ORG Check out more pics of my build here In the gallery.

07-01-2007, 06:35 PM	#22 (permalink)
WaiWiliki Serpent Star Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Jupiter Posts: 222 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: STT to VT I would take as much water out as you can when you do that. Tilting that corner tank would be a wobbling kinda thing since you'll have to tilt one side then the other. This is where I insert my "I would think clause". __________________ Wai... the Wiliki 92gal pi/2 tank, ASM-G2, Mag12

07-03-2007, 11:01 AM	#23 (permalink)
ScubaDrew Elegance coral Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Burlington, VT Posts: 1,043 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: STT to VT Yeah, I guess I will have to take water out of the tank, its full now, and I dont think I could tilt if I tried... Am I putting shims between the tank and the stand or between the stand and the floor? I feel like either way, i'm going to end up with lots of pressure on a small point... __________________ www.NorthEastCoral.com My coral and supply website! STT2VT - Chronical

07-03-2007, 12:14 PM	#24 (permalink)
Dentoid Over Achiever Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 10,239 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: STT to VT I would level the stand, so put the shims between the floor and the stand. The combined weight of the tank and its contents will be transfered through the stand to the points that touch the floor. The highest pressure will be on the wooden stand. If you shim under the aquarium the weight distribution will be on the glass and sure to cause breakage. Have you seen this thread? There may be something you can use in here. Sub floors & preparing for your new aquarium __________________ Scott Dentoid's Reeforama

07-12-2007, 02:39 PM	#28 (permalink)
canadiensfan Tunicate Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 22 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: STT to VT Having the tank level may give you peace of mind in the future. From what I've read, not having a tank level (especially larger, or bowfront tanks) can lead to tank failure...

07-27-2007, 10:38 AM	#30 (permalink)
ScubaDrew Elegance coral Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Burlington, VT Posts: 1,043 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: STT to VT I ordered live rock from Live Rock - Tampa Bay Saltwater Aquacultured Live Rock on monday. I have not heard back from them in any way shape or form even after a follow up email and phone call wednesday and today. I'm a bit dissapointed/concerned that I recieved no response what so ever. __________________ www.NorthEastCoral.com My coral and supply website! STT2VT - Chronical

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