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| Wannabe Guru ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Quote:
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If your set on the Octopus skimmer then for your sized tank I would get the 150 recirculating needlewheel skimmer. BTW love the cabinetry work !
__________________ Robert My Cube “A spirit is manifest in the laws of the Universe—a spirit vastly superior to that of man, and one in the face of which we with our modest powers must feel humble.” Albert Einstein | ||
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Thanks Robert. I am so excited about it too. Can't wait to see it completed. I was hoping it would be done by this weekend but he's going out of town Thursday so maybe next weekend. Yes it's 250's for sure now. If they made a 400w I'd go that route but they don't in that fixture (that I can find anyway).I plan on it being an In-sump type of filter. It's all still in the PLANNING stages so I am of course open to suggestions. Again thanks a ton. Allen ![]()
__________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend ![]() Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! ![]() Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! |
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Thanks Scott. My wife and I want to make this the tank that makes everyone say, "OMG! We gotta have one of those!" Right now everyone comes in and bends down to get a better look at our 10g tank but this one will be much more eye-level and Eye Catching! The MH lights should really add some Wow-Factor. Maybe by 2010 I'll have sand and rock in it. By 2015 maybe even water ![]() Again thanks. Allen
__________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend ![]() Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! ![]() Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! |
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| Over Achiever | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Yeah, I never understood why aquarium manufacturers make the stands as short as they do. When my wife and I were shopping, that was our biggest complaint. Reef tanks are a work of art and should be viewed at eye level. Even with my 90 Oceanic tank you have to bend over to get a good look. We need to rally for higher stands! |
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| Angel Girl's Daddy ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Looks great Al! I will be keeping an eye on this thread for sure. ![]() I would also go with the 2x250w. I have 2x175w now and am having to upgrade.
__________________ Bruce: Today's meeting is Step 5: Bring a fish friend. Everyone brought a fish friend? DIY=DO IT YOURSELF! ![]() If we ignore the environment maybe it will just go away.... |
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Quote:
I can't wait to see it come together. I'm excited and a little nervous. Since it's custom and I had a LARGE amount of "input" that leaves a LOT of room for errors I'm rallying for a taller stand by having it custom built.Quote:
thanks for tagging along and ALL of your input. It's GREATLY appreciated. Allen ![]()
__________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend ![]() Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! ![]() Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! | ||
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Glass cages called today and they are coming through a day earlier than expected which SHOULD be a good thing but it's NOT! They were supposed to come through on Saturday ( I don't work any weekends) but now it's Friday morning at 10:30am. Now I have to borrow a truck a friend and miss work. Grrrrrrrrr Allen
__________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend ![]() Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! ![]() Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! |
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| Angel Girl's Daddy ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . LOL good one Scott i will remember that one when i have to justify why i can't go in one day. ( being self employed it will be easy to convince the boss )
__________________ Bruce: Today's meeting is Step 5: Bring a fish friend. Everyone brought a fish friend? DIY=DO IT YOURSELF! ![]() If we ignore the environment maybe it will just go away.... |
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| Tridacna maxima ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . I can't believe I just discovered your thread! Looks like you are having some fun! I think you will be happy with the 250s! I bought 175s and took them back! Fortunately I got them from someone who was willing to let me do that. I need to run several fans to keep the temp down, two inside the canopy and a larger one on top of it. With the taller stand, I assume you already have a step stool ready to help with maintenance. ![]()
__________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow |
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . Quote:
I've already thought about fans and actually think I have some fan units in mind that I can get to work fairly easily. Good news is I can have my AC Jr. control them fairly easily. maintenance> What's that? To be honest I was looking at this very handy step-stool ladder yesterday here in our store that's just right and it folds to less than 3" thick for storage. I may put that on my account later today so it doesn't get gone. It's ironic you said that because honestly a step-stool/ladder was NOT added to my "tank budget spreadsheet".Allen ![]()
__________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend ![]() Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! ![]() Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! | |
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| Tridacna maxima ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . I don't think that should count against the budget. I think you need it for something else around the house (cleaning windows, getting food out of the top cabinets). I'm sure you can find something to justify the purchase besides the tank. With my new canopy I have put my stool away. Don't need it at all since my canopy now opens from the front and I am 5'11"! My stand is 34" tall, and if it were 6 more inches I'd need my stool again.
__________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow |
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| Reef Addict (hopeless) ![]() | Re: BigAl's slow chronicle . . . My canopy is supposed to open from the front as well but since it's now MADE yet I can't say for sure. You are a tall lady... and my being a tad over 6"4" helps but I'd better get that folding ladder just in case. Would hate to need it and have to run down to the store in the middle of the night. Allen ![]()
__________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here)with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend ![]() Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!! ![]() Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!! |
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