Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction

corrado007 · 10-17-2007, 09:26 PM

I’m moving up to a 90 gallon AGA from my 60 gallon acrylic. I never got around to writing a chronicle of my 60 but I guess I should have since it was my first reef tank and there was some serious DIY going on with it. Anyway, perhaps I’ll attach a photo of it to illustrate where I came from as I chronicle where I’m going with my new 90 gallon. My wife thought I was obsessed with the old 60, wait till she sees my new 90 gallon addiction.

Here's that pic of the out-going 60 gallon

So I did some searching around, priced a tank made with Starphire glass, decided not to trade a kidney for it, and went with the best price I could find for a 90 gallon AGA with an overflow from a LFS. I went with the standard 48x18x24 design that has a single overflow just off-center at the back of the tank. I also went with the black trim since I’ll be making a black stand to match the contemporary style of our living room.

Here's the new 90, lifeless and barren, desolate, begging for life... Just kidding

But seriously, here it is.

Now that the intro is out of the way, first thing's first. Time to build a stand. I've actually been working on it in the garage and snapping pics as I go but I haven't had a chance to d/l them from the camera yet. I'll post them in a bit.

GeeWizzItsMe · 10-17-2007, 09:29 PM

Wow! Your 60 is great, and I can't wait to see the 90 filled-up! You have good aquascaping skills, and I love all of that purple on your rocks.

AQTCJAK · 10-17-2007, 09:31 PM

Very nice looking tank

sasquatch · 10-17-2007, 10:11 PM

Good stuff! make sure to get us some close ups before you deep six the tank.Steve

corrado007 · 10-18-2007, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sasquatch

Good stuff! make sure to get us some close ups before you deep six the tank.Steve

Thanks guys, I'm glad you like it. It's mostly softies with just a few LPS but it has been a fun learning experience. I'll try to post a few closer pics when I get home.

vdituri · 10-18-2007, 07:17 PM

Sweet stuff man. Like Sas says, post some closeups of the 60.
That aquascaping looks killer.

corrado007 · 10-18-2007, 11:17 PM

Alright, here a few pics of the out-going 60 before I tear it down (could be a few weeks). Pardon the large image size, sasquatch and vdituri wanted some close-ups so I figured I'd leave the them full size, normally I shrink them a bit.

GeeWizzItsMe · 10-18-2007, 11:20 PM

Wow! I really like that!

corrado007 · 10-18-2007, 11:30 PM

Thank You

AQTCJAK · 10-18-2007, 11:31 PM

very cool up close

lcstorc · 10-19-2007, 07:36 AM

Great scape!
Can't wait to see what you do with the 90.

corrado007 · 10-19-2007, 10:56 PM

I've been working on the stand over the past few days and I've made some serious progress. I've just got to make the doors and do a bit of filling and sanding and then it'll be ready to paint. Here are some pics of the stand so far.

The dog's name is Jack, he's always looking for attention.

GeeWizzItsMe · 10-19-2007, 11:15 PM

Lookin good!

corrado007 · 10-25-2007, 08:32 PM

Alright, I’ve just finished the stand. I’m happy with how it turned out for the most part with the exception of an ever so slightly warped piece of wood that ended up as one of the door sections. When the right door is closed the top of it comes in contact with the stand as it should but the bottom unfortunately has a small gap as the wood gently curves outward away from the stand. We’re talking maybe 1/8 of an inch but still. I have no idea how I missed that during construction. I think for now I’ll not focus on that and just get to work on the sump and perhaps replace that section of the door when I find myself looking for a project. By the way, I designed the doors to fold in half for no other reason than I thought it would be unique but still functional. Who knows maybe when I go to replace that warped section I’ll put traditional doors on.
Here are a few pics of the finished product.

corrado007 · 10-26-2007, 10:27 AM

Since I’ve just finished building the stand I’m now mulling over setting the tank on it and leveling it. I seem to remember hearing a few stories about tanks cracking due to uneven pressure on the glass. I did a bit of searching and found that Woodstock’s 120 cracked back in August and he had to swap it out. I also read that AGA won’t honor any warranty if the tank isn’t on one of their stands, hence my concern. I really don’t want any surprises and since I’m at a very convenient stage I would rather take precautions now rather than become a statistic.
Is the problem here that the surface that the tank mates to is not a level/smooth area to rest on (2x4 frame in my case)? Or is it that the entire stand and tank unit needs to sit level on the floor? I have read of people shimming the stand to level the entire unit and I’ve read of people using liquid nails and plywood between the tanks and stand as a self leveler. I’ve even heard of people using foam between the two but from my research it seems that foam isn’t a desired method with glass tanks. Also, do I need to be overly concerned with leveling the tank and stand for short duration plumbing, tank, and sump leakage tests in my garage/driveway? Any input would be appreciated guys and gals.
Thanks,
Justin

10-17-2007, 09:26 PM	#1 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 725 View Gallery Karma Komment	Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction I’m moving up to a 90 gallon AGA from my 60 gallon acrylic. I never got around to writing a chronicle of my 60 but I guess I should have since it was my first reef tank and there was some serious DIY going on with it. Anyway, perhaps I’ll attach a photo of it to illustrate where I came from as I chronicle where I’m going with my new 90 gallon. My wife thought I was obsessed with the old 60, wait till she sees my new 90 gallon addiction. Here's that pic of the out-going 60 gallon So I did some searching around, priced a tank made with Starphire glass, decided not to trade a kidney for it, and went with the best price I could find for a 90 gallon AGA with an overflow from a LFS. I went with the standard 48x18x24 design that has a single overflow just off-center at the back of the tank. I also went with the black trim since I’ll be making a black stand to match the contemporary style of our living room. Here's the new 90, lifeless and barren, desolate, begging for life... Just kidding But seriously, here it is. Now that the intro is out of the way, first thing's first. Time to build a stand. I've actually been working on it in the garage and snapping pics as I go but I haven't had a chance to d/l them from the camera yet. I'll post them in a bit. __________________ Justin Be the person your dog thinks you are. 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, paired O clowns, Hippo Tang, 2 Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, Neon Goby, 1 Baby Chromis, a very small algae blenny, and a Zebra Dartfish. Note: These guys are all small to medium in size) updated 7/31/08 Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

10-17-2007, 09:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
GeeWizzItsMe See Golden Compass Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Nashville Posts: 1,857 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Wow! Your 60 is great, and I can't wait to see the 90 filled-up! You have good aquascaping skills, and I love all of that purple on your rocks. __________________ VP of Dork Club http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...-new-tank.html

10-17-2007, 09:31 PM	#3 (permalink)
AQTCJAK Tiger Shark Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 7,225 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Very nice looking tank __________________ A Wiseman once said build a stage add a pole & they will dance - Jack 2007 www.aquaticaggression.com Projects & Chronicels http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...car-buffs.html http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nts-tanks.html

10-17-2007, 10:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
sasquatch Brunt of all Jokes~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the very farthest west coast of canada Posts: 8,917 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Good stuff! make sure to get us some close ups before you deep six the tank.Steve __________________ castawayreefers.com

10-18-2007, 07:17 PM	#6 (permalink)
vdituri Excellent Guesser :D Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 5,772 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Sweet stuff man. Like Sas says, post some closeups of the 60. That aquascaping looks killer. __________________ Victor ----- People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.

10-18-2007, 11:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 725 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Alright, here a few pics of the out-going 60 before I tear it down (could be a few weeks). Pardon the large image size, sasquatch and vdituri wanted some close-ups so I figured I'd leave the them full size, normally I shrink them a bit. __________________ Justin Be the person your dog thinks you are. 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, paired O clowns, Hippo Tang, 2 Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, Neon Goby, 1 Baby Chromis, a very small algae blenny, and a Zebra Dartfish. Note: These guys are all small to medium in size) updated 7/31/08 Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

10-18-2007, 11:20 PM	#8 (permalink)
GeeWizzItsMe See Golden Compass Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Nashville Posts: 1,857 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Wow! I really like that! __________________ VP of Dork Club http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...-new-tank.html

10-18-2007, 11:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 725 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Thank You __________________ Justin Be the person your dog thinks you are. 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, paired O clowns, Hippo Tang, 2 Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, Neon Goby, 1 Baby Chromis, a very small algae blenny, and a Zebra Dartfish. Note: These guys are all small to medium in size) updated 7/31/08 Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

10-18-2007, 11:31 PM	#10 (permalink)
AQTCJAK Tiger Shark Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 7,225 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction very cool up close __________________ A Wiseman once said build a stage add a pole & they will dance - Jack 2007 www.aquaticaggression.com Projects & Chronicels http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...car-buffs.html http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nts-tanks.html

10-19-2007, 07:36 AM	#11 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 20,948 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Great scape! Can't wait to see what you do with the 90. __________________ 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. In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

10-19-2007, 10:56 PM	#12 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 725 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction I've been working on the stand over the past few days and I've made some serious progress. I've just got to make the doors and do a bit of filling and sanding and then it'll be ready to paint. Here are some pics of the stand so far. The dog's name is Jack, he's always looking for attention. __________________ Justin Be the person your dog thinks you are. 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, paired O clowns, Hippo Tang, 2 Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, Neon Goby, 1 Baby Chromis, a very small algae blenny, and a Zebra Dartfish. Note: These guys are all small to medium in size) updated 7/31/08 Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

10-19-2007, 11:15 PM	#13 (permalink)
GeeWizzItsMe See Golden Compass Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Nashville Posts: 1,857 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Lookin good! __________________ VP of Dork Club http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...-new-tank.html

10-25-2007, 08:32 PM	#14 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 725 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Corrado’s 90 Gallon AGA Addiction Alright, I’ve just finished the stand. I’m happy with how it turned out for the most part with the exception of an ever so slightly warped piece of wood that ended up as one of the door sections. When the right door is closed the top of it comes in contact with the stand as it should but the bottom unfortunately has a small gap as the wood gently curves outward away from the stand. We’re talking maybe 1/8 of an inch but still. I have no idea how I missed that during construction. I think for now I’ll not focus on that and just get to work on the sump and perhaps replace that section of the door when I find myself looking for a project. By the way, I designed the doors to fold in half for no other reason than I thought it would be unique but still functional. Who knows maybe when I go to replace that warped section I’ll put traditional doors on. Here are a few pics of the finished product. __________________ Justin Be the person your dog thinks you are. 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, paired O clowns, Hippo Tang, 2 Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, Neon Goby, 1 Baby Chromis, a very small algae blenny, and a Zebra Dartfish. Note: These guys are all small to medium in size) updated 7/31/08 Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

10-26-2007, 10:27 AM	#15 (permalink)
corrado007 Plate Coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sacramento, Ca. Posts: 725 View Gallery Karma Komment	Any experiences/input on leveling a new tank and stand? Since I’ve just finished building the stand I’m now mulling over setting the tank on it and leveling it. I seem to remember hearing a few stories about tanks cracking due to uneven pressure on the glass. I did a bit of searching and found that Woodstock’s 120 cracked back in August and he had to swap it out. I also read that AGA won’t honor any warranty if the tank isn’t on one of their stands, hence my concern. I really don’t want any surprises and since I’m at a very convenient stage I would rather take precautions now rather than become a statistic. Is the problem here that the surface that the tank mates to is not a level/smooth area to rest on (2x4 frame in my case)? Or is it that the entire stand and tank unit needs to sit level on the floor? I have read of people shimming the stand to level the entire unit and I’ve read of people using liquid nails and plywood between the tanks and stand as a self leveler. I’ve even heard of people using foam between the two but from my research it seems that foam isn’t a desired method with glass tanks. Also, do I need to be overly concerned with leveling the tank and stand for short duration plumbing, tank, and sump leakage tests in my garage/driveway? Any input would be appreciated guys and gals. Thanks, Justin __________________ Justin Be the person your dog thinks you are. 90gal mixed reef w/40gal sump/fuge, ATO, NW-200 Skimmer, 2x 250W 10k Reeflux MH & 220W VHO actinics, Koralia #4 & #3, Mag 9.5 return, Aquacontroller jr., LR & LS, and community fish (Yellow Assessor, Orchid Dottyback, Yellow Watchman Goby, paired O clowns, Hippo Tang, 2 Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse, Neon Goby, 1 Baby Chromis, a very small algae blenny, and a Zebra Dartfish. Note: These guys are all small to medium in size) updated 7/31/08 Here's my 90gal Chronicle (Lots of pictures and DIY)

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