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04scoobysti
04-03-2007, 05:15 PM
Well i've finally had it with my little 10 gallon Nano tank. It has had a slow leak around the top and bottom seams for about 6 months now. I think the tank has had a pretty good run, i've had it for 17 years now (only the last 3 have been setup up as a reef tank). Definitly good value for a ~$15 tank.

So this past week i've been geting materials together for a 20g high tank. I decided to make my own stand since i didn't like any of the ones commercially available.

I built a 2x4 frame sheeted with 1/2" plywood, installed a shelf to store all my supplies/chemicals and made sure there was enough room at the bottom of the stand to hold another 10g tank. I was thinking maybe of doing a sump, but decided on having 2 seperate systems and run the 10g as a quarantine/ frag tank.I added a 5/4" solid maple ledge around the top of the stand and covered the rest with a simulated stone siding. Im pretty happy with the results

Heres some pictures of my progress...
oh and i tinted the back of the tank with some limo tint at the suggestion of canreef member Madico

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christyf5
04-03-2007, 05:53 PM
Hey cool stand, I like that stone siding look. Hehe it sort of looks like a mini fireplace with the door off :razz:

Nice work :cool:

demon666
04-03-2007, 06:21 PM
i like the look of the stone sideing.... was it hard to install?

NateL
04-03-2007, 06:31 PM
That stone look is very nice!

Midknight
04-03-2007, 06:41 PM
What is the "stone" siding made of?
Is it stone of some form of instulation?

04scoobysti
04-03-2007, 07:19 PM
yep, the product is called nextstone. it goes on in strips 4" x 48". Its very lightwieght and durable. I believe it it made of some high density urethane. Also adds an r value of 5.6 or something if you need it :razz:

Midknight
04-03-2007, 07:23 PM
Was just wondering how it would look inside a FW tank.:wink:

04scoobysti
04-03-2007, 07:47 PM
i think it might work, i've seen it used in shower applications. its just a matter of well making it uh... not float ;)

04scoobysti
04-03-2007, 07:49 PM
i like the look of the stone sideing.... was it hard to install?

Just need a mitre saw, screw gun and some patience :mrgreen:

Delphinus
04-03-2007, 08:03 PM
Dude that stand is sick! Wow!!

demon666
04-03-2007, 08:23 PM
where did you find that stuff and cost efective?

04scoobysti
04-03-2007, 08:34 PM
i wouldn't call it cost effective, but its what i wanted. Its ~$12-16/sq ft. and i bought 20 sq ft. for this little project. You can get it thru windsor plywwod, Trail building supplies. A company called instone in edmonton sells a similar product, around $16/ sq ft.

demon666
04-03-2007, 09:46 PM
kool a little pricey for my stand thou

04scoobysti
04-04-2007, 05:03 PM
I transfered over my stock from the 10G to the 20G and the 10G last night, man does that suck. I hope everything turns out ok. I'll post some pics later today or tomorrow. I still need about 15-20 lbs of live rock so the tanks a little empty and the water is pretty low :(

untamed
04-05-2007, 01:07 AM
Hey...looks like a wrap around bar with a rock base. Looks familiar, yet...smaller. Obviously, I think it looks great!

04scoobysti
04-05-2007, 03:21 PM
Hey...looks like a wrap around bar with a rock base. Looks familiar, yet...smaller. Obviously, I think it looks great!

Thanks! your tank is amazing, i plan on moving in the next year so doing a permanent install was out of the question. But, i definitly see something like you have acomplished in my future. Your tank is an inspiration and it was a kick in the pants to get started on my stand when i saw pictures of your tank! :razz:

I Put in ~20 more pounds of live rock last night so im going to snap some pictures and post em, even though theres not too much to look at right now

04scoobysti
04-13-2007, 03:01 AM
Well, its been a week since i added ~20lbs more or live rock. I had a minor diatom outbreak, probably from the new live sand i added. But i did manage to snap a few pics. Bear with me the pics are kinda bad, its my work camera.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1890.jpg
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1891.jpg

Delphinus
04-13-2007, 03:13 AM
Lookin' good!

A bit off topic, what bike is that? It looks like a dual crown or am I just seeing things? (I'm into DH biking so I notice things like that :) )

04scoobysti
04-13-2007, 03:25 AM
Thanks, im working on a matching hood this weekend, then i can add my T5 HO's, just waiting on someone to hold the other end of some plywood for me to run it thru the table saw.
Yeah, thats a complete front wheel that was supposed to go on a bike i was building. I have a set of brand new 2003 Marzocchi Super-T pro's, and other new build parts too that match up nicely to the wheelset. Im looking to get rid of that stuff ASAP. If you (or anyone) know anyone who would be interested PM me or somthing and i can give a detailed list of parts as its just taking up closet space right now.

04scoobysti
04-24-2007, 09:06 PM
I finished up the hood last night for the most part, installed 2x24w T5 HO with Geissman Aquablue + bulbs in addition to the 2x65w coralife 10k/Royal Blue and 2x3/4w moonlights i previously had running. Going to post some pictures when i get home.. Now i guess im going to have to get on that auto top-off system. Anyone have a used one?

04scoobysti
04-25-2007, 01:08 AM
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1900.jpg
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http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1906.jpg

04scoobysti
04-25-2007, 01:11 AM
Some pictures of the tank now, has a long way to go still, but i've got time :biggrin:
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1895.jpg
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1897.jpg
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1909.jpg
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMGP1907.jpg

Der_Iron_Chef
04-25-2007, 02:04 AM
Really nice work. Very clean. I have been wanting to build a stand for my 55G to raise it up about as high as yours is....but I'm useless with tools and I've never built anything in my life! *sigh*

Again, good job.

Ruth
04-25-2007, 03:00 AM
WOW - that looks great and your tank is coming along very nicely! You should be proud of yourself.
Now if you could just build me a couple that look just like that you can be my new hero.:mrgreen:

04scoobysti
04-25-2007, 01:58 PM
Thanks! I really appreciate the comments, i had alot of fun doing it! I'd be glad to help anyone with their project! Im going to add an auto top-off system as soon as i find one, or order one from JL Aquatics. I also may throw in a couple fans in the top of the hood to cut down on the heat.

OCDP
05-04-2007, 07:17 PM
Just browsing through and seen this. Wow is right!! The whole look to it , tank and stand is just really neat and original. I love the stand as well.... your aquascape is very cool as well, I am diggin' the ledges... great job!!!

04scoobysti
05-12-2007, 06:38 AM
Some new pictures i snapped today
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0111.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0113.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0110.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0108.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0107.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0106.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0105.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0104.jpg

Funky_Fish14
05-13-2007, 02:21 AM
Fantastic looking setup and tank! Definetly set-up for that clam with the lighting! Heh. I also like how the T5 bulb at the front folds up and out of the way!

Is that a Tunze Nanostream I see in there?

Keep up the good work!

Chris

OCDP
05-16-2007, 06:54 PM
Looks great.

How is that nanostream and refractometer working out for you BTW ?

04scoobysti
05-17-2007, 01:42 AM
Fantastic looking setup and tank! Definetly set-up for that clam with the lighting! Heh. I also like how the T5 bulb at the front folds up and out of the way!

Is that a Tunze Nanostream I see in there?

Keep up the good work!

Chris

Thanks, i had to put the T5HO in like that to give myself more room when i opened the hood to tool around in there. I was thinking of upgrading to MH sometime, but the Monti, digi, birdsnest and Crocea all seem to be thriving with the current lighting setup! The only thing i might do is get some fans to alleviate the heat.


Looks great.

How is that nanostream and refractometer working out for you BTW ?

Thanks, the nano stream is working out great, lots of flow almost too much. It was a little reluctant to get started and can be kinda noisy compared to my old wisper quiet Hydor Koralia 1. The refractometer is working well, i think my salinity was a little high when i first got it from you ~1.030 since then ive corrected it to ~1.026. Handy little tool! Thanks for the Powerhead and Refractometer!

kfowler
06-03-2007, 08:27 AM
Looking good D-rock.

muck
06-06-2007, 07:53 PM
Great setup Derek! Im not sure how I missed this thread.

How many hours did you spend putting all the rock on the stand.. :mrgreen:

04scoobysti
06-07-2007, 11:22 PM
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_7452-01.jpg
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04scoobysti
07-17-2007, 03:45 PM
I just thought i post some pics to show some growth of some corals and inverts.

Purple Digi.

2007/06/07
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_7452-01.jpg

2007/07/16
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0107.jpg

Birdsnest

2007/5/12
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0108.jpg

2007/7/16
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0109.jpg

Finger Leather

2007/5/12
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0113.jpg

2007/7/16
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0111.jpg

In these two pictures you can see the Feather duster reproduced and there is a smaller leathery tube growing to the left of the clam (right below the parent feather duster)
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0115.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0113.jpg
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0114.jpg

Emerald Crab on candy cane
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0116.jpg

fishytime
09-08-2007, 08:33 PM
Sweet lookin tank scoob!!!

04scoobysti
09-08-2007, 11:47 PM
Thanks! I think its time to update it a bit. i'll post some more pic's tomorrow.

04scoobysti
09-11-2007, 04:42 AM
Heres some pics to show the growth and progress of the tank.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0156.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0160.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0162.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0163.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0166.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0173.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0175.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0176.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0177.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0178.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0179.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0180.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/CIMG0182.jpg

Delphinus
09-11-2007, 04:59 AM
Filling in nicely :)

rigger11
09-17-2007, 05:12 AM
what is that coral in the 9th and 10th pic?

04scoobysti
09-19-2007, 12:05 AM
The coral in the 9th and 10th pic's is a favia

04scoobysti
01-16-2008, 03:18 AM
So its been a while sine I've updated, and I've had to move the tank since the last update, so there is a little bit of a different aquascape going on. Everything survived the move (third one in 14 months) promised my self i wouldn't do it again but i just can't bring my self to not having a tank. So this one and most of its inhabitants are going to make the move to BC in March.

Heres some pics i snaped over the last few days,
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0343-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0344-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0328-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0325-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0241-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0240-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0238-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w40/04scoobysti/IMG_0237-1.jpg

dsaundry
01-16-2008, 03:23 AM
Very pretty. Glad you are coming to B.C. You'll love it here. The rain, The snow, the rain, the sun, the rain, the wind, and the rain.:lol:
Ok its not that bad.....:biggrin:

Brent F
01-16-2008, 03:26 AM
I'm sometimes amazed at what can be done in such a small tank. Looks great

04scoobysti
01-16-2008, 03:34 AM
Thanks for Comments! I'm very excited to be moving to BC! Most of my family lives in the Okanagan, so thats where im headed!

VFX
01-16-2008, 04:02 AM
Very pretty. Glad you are coming to B.C. You'll love it here. The rain, The snow, the rain, the sun, the rain, the wind, and the rain.:lol:
Ok its not that bad.....:biggrin:

Yep, rain, snow, rain, sun, rain, wind, rain, hail, rain... sometimes all in same day!

Nice tank btw way Scooby :)

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sharuq1
01-16-2008, 11:54 PM
What lights are you running over the tank?

04scoobysti
01-17-2008, 12:52 AM
Im running a coralife lunarlight 2 x 65w PC (one 10k one attinic) and 2 DIY 24" HO T5's (Giessmann Aquablue bulbs). Im looking at adding a 150w MH and getting rid of the Lunarlight when i move the tank again.