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Old 03-17-2013, 04:54 PM
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I've been planning this build for about 6 months. I alway like the look down appeal. This will be a slow build as its all from scratch except livestock

I build the stand and skinned in the last couple days and built the tank the other night. Just waiting for overflow glass to be cut. Should be done Monday.

And tips and pointers are very welcome

The tank is 24x24x12 external overflow. Returns are 6" down using directional bulk heads. Plumbing will start next week. And painting and finishing stand. I have a 20x20 cube to use as sump but need to build still

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Radion gen 1
Mce 600 (until omega 125 is released)
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Old 03-17-2013, 04:57 PM
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looks great so far. what are you doing to deal with 24x24x6 worth of back-siphon assuming those are on your sump returns?
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Old 03-17-2013, 05:14 PM
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In event of power failer I am installing check valves. I using a George fisher check valve. Also oversize sump with the possibility of external overflow tank. Depending on sump capacity

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/george...k-valve-1.html
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Survey says: Backflow valve!?

Subscribed, this reminds me of another tank on here .
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Survey says: Backflow valve!?

Subscribed, this reminds me of another tank on here .
Your current tank has given me a lot of inspiration.


Would like to give thanks to concept who provide and cut the glass

Thank you
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i got some trim and paint left if u want it. looks good by the way. and magnets.
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Thanks Phil.
I was going to put trim on this weekend and I just finished with a mahogany stain.

I used stove bolts on the two side pannels
The front is on magnets. Figured easy way to go.
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