ReefJunkie's 65Gal build

[Chowder]

Thanks for the info. Wasn't sure that they sold the 110V versions there.

Chris

[Keri]

Good to see you're up and running on the big one! I look forward to more pictures

[ReefJunkie]

Finally have the plumbing done!
Also I wasn't sure if the skimmer was going to fit between the stand,sump and plumbing...whew it just makes it

[mark]

looking good

[fiorano]

so 8 t5's ? if thats what your saying you wont be disapointed haha. i just hooked up my new wave 48 inch 8 bulb today on my 90 gallon 18 inchs deep and trust me there is no lack of light its actualy kinda riduclous

[ReefJunkie]

Yep 8 T5's are pretty bright, hard to tell still without anything in the tank but it looks pretty good, just have the stock current-usa bulbs right now(pretty low on the par scale)
Water test completed, a couple plumbing leaks but nothing major. Considering throwing in a SCWD on my returns.
Tested the skimmer with water and vinegar, I am surprised at how quiet the bubble magus is...almost silent.
Seems like one 3/4 overflow drain is just barely enough, didn't have to close the gate very much to get at a good level.
Also tested the emergency overflow and everything seems to be in order.
Time to start filling with RO! (I can tell...my fish are getting excited)

[ReefJunkie]

Update after 2 months LOL, algae is coming on strong but nothing too serious.
Got a couple Bangers a while ago and they have settled in well.

Built my cap for the 2 sets of T5's, with a few problems along the way, mostly heat issues.
Made the canopy in two pieces and hinged the middle so I could open either half (front or back)


Too much heat from the lights so I opened up the top


That pretty much solved it for now... we'll see in the summer.
Full tank shot

Recently added more rock and corals more pics to come...