G&D's Foray Into a 90G Tank (Take One)

[subman]

I would suggest keep your eyes open on canreef, take your time and buy the best skimmer you can afford. There is no rush as the rocks will take time to seed and they don't need a skimmer to do so.

[Madmak]

That is a very clean and sharp looking tank and stand, it will be gorgeous once complete. The equipment list is also looking like most of our wish lists.

Things will come together quickly and will be well worth all the planning that had evidently been done. Can't wait to see it!

[Madmak]

Had a closer look again at the tank/stand, was that on Kijiji a while ago? I thought it looked nice then, now it's in for an upgrade.

[gridley]

Originally Posted by FishyFishy!

Nice work on the sump. That is personally my favorite type of mechanical filtration setup. Only difference is I prefer a filter floss as apposed to filter socks....maybe becuase i'm too lazy to constantly change the socks out lol.

Thanks for the compliments re: the sump. I was a bit nervous because I had never done something like this before, and I am pleased with the outcome. Hopefully it will work as good in practise as it does in my theory! LOL

Originally Posted by Madmak

Had a closer look again at the tank/stand, was that on Kijiji a while ago? I thought it looked nice then, now it's in for an upgrade.

Yes, this tank was on Kijiji a while back. Very sharp eyes! The upgrades are the new (almost identical) stand (10" taller and no MDF!) and we are now looking at changing the canopy. We need space to get the lights about 8" or so above the water line. One option is to build a new one, the second option is to have a professional build a 10" spacer between the tank and canopy. We know someone who owns a sign company and he certainly has the ability to make it look great. The question will be for how much $$$.

Thanks for the compliments - we are sure looking forward to actually getting the tank wet!

[Madmak]

Originally Posted by FishyFishy!

Nice work on the sump. That is personally my favorite type of mechanical filtration setup. Only difference is I prefer a filter floss as apposed to filter socks....maybe becuase i'm too lazy to constantly change the socks out lol.

I use the same first stages in my sump. A small raw water chamber that flows over to a sock tray. It works great, very quiet and forgiving. 100% of the water goes through the socks when they are new and simply flows over them once dirty, same water levels are maintained.

[gridley]

Thanks for the pic of your sump and comments - this is how I hoped it would work.

[fishytime]

thats a sweet looking tank and stand!.....good to meet yous two tonight

[subman]

It's coming along GREAT! good work George

[gridley]

Thanks - Doug, it was good to meet you last night. Really appreciate the "tank tour" and all the information.

[spit.fire]

I've read that there's a sea slug kind of thing that will eat bryopsis

Also I've heard raising your mag will kill it off