The start of my new 75G Reef

Nereaga · 10-27-2007, 02:17 PM

Ok so I am definitely going to get a Euro Reef skimmer. Heres my perdicament, on the Euro Reef website, they sell Blemished units for $149.99. The only problem is that they only have the ER RS80 model. Which is only rated for up to 80g with average bioload. I am thinking of an average to heavy bioload. I could step it up and get a brand new RS100 which is rated for a 100 g average bioload. Their brand new RS100's are around $288.

Could I get away with running the ER RS80 in my 75g? Or should I get the RS100 for almost double the price? Would the ER100 be worth the extra money?

I changed 100% of the water in the live rock bin 2 days ago. I tested the new water and live rock, ammonia-0, nitrites-0, Nitrates- 0. Its seems good to go. However Im not quite ready for it yet. It will be sitting for a couple more weeks, 2-3 maybe. It should be nice and cured by then!

gm333 · 10-27-2007, 04:02 PM

I would go with the rs80 and save some dough. It will still work just fine.

Nereaga · 10-27-2007, 04:26 PM

Thats what I was thinking too. I couldnt justify spending $300, when I can get a RS80 Blem for $149. Thats what Ill do then, sweet.

Nereaga · 10-31-2007, 08:09 PM

I bought all the plumbing supplies today, it came to about $41. Not bad. I also bought a Mag 7 for my return pump, Koralia #2, and a Hanna handheld TDS meter. All should arrive by Monday at the latest.

This week I plan on dry plumbing it and HOPEFULLY by the weekend have it up and running with water to check for leaks. I am sooooo excited, you guys have no idea. It will soon be here, a new tank!

I will order my Euro Reef RS80 skimmer in a week or so. I should have it up and running in November. Hurry up!

Tbx · 10-31-2007, 09:22 PM

sounds really exciting, I always love fixing plumbing up on my tanks.

southernaquarium · 10-31-2007, 10:00 PM

I can help in some regardrds, I some pretty in-depth knowledge about mini reefs. In addition, I have an ample supply of base rock you can you to start off the live rock assembly you intent to assemble. I would give it to you at rock bottom pricing plus shipping. Give me a reply thread if you are interested.

Eric

Nereaga · 11-02-2007, 05:13 PM

Well I got bored today at work.... and decide to build myself a canopy for the new tank. I made it out of 3/4''x 5 3/4'' planks. I use 3/4'' plywood for the lid and put crown near the top. The only thing I still need is 3 hinges for the lid. I also left the entire rear of the canopy open for ventilation. If I need to add small pc fans, I will, but I dont think I will have to with the new lights I am getting. Anyways, here are some pics.

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1122.jpg

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1124.jpg

I still need to putty the nail holes and final coat of black gloss paint. AND paint the inside gloss bright white.

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1120.jpg

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1123.jpg

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1121.jpg

Inside:

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1125.jpg

http://s169.photobucket.com/albums/u...t=100_1127.jpg

All in all it took about 3 hrs to slap together, then primer took an hour. My boss was not at work today to say the least!

I love when he is on vacation. The best part is I didnt pay a dime for the material!(only hinges)

I also received my Mag Drive 7 return pump today! This weekend I will hopefully finish up the canopy and dry plumb the tank!

Its slowly starting to come together, piece by piece....

chadf · 11-02-2007, 05:29 PM

Nice, you'll be up and running in no time. How's the new treatment for the gha coming along?

gm333 · 11-02-2007, 06:07 PM

Make sure to primer the heck out of that presswood, looks really good, much neater than my hood on my nano, especially after taking a dremel and chisel to it to get the lights to fit.

Nereaga · 11-02-2007, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chadf

Nice, you'll be up and running in no time. How's the new treatment for the gha coming along?

Im working on putting some before and after shots up soon on my 55g thread.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gm333

Make sure to primer the heck out of that presswood, looks really good, much neater than my hood on my nano, especially after taking a dremel and chisel to it to get the lights to fit.

That presswood sucks up soooo much primer. I used 3 coats already!!!

I made the inside demension of my canopy to be 49''. My PC fixture is 48 1/8'', so it will be a tight fit indeed. The new fixture I get will be 48'' exactly. (48'' Aquactinics Tx5 fixture) I just noticed I will have to move a brace on the inside of the canopy for the light to fit! Douh!

Thanks for the compliments guys!

I have a new dilema.... After adding in the skimmer to my sump I will only have enough room, length wise, to fit 2 75w heaters in the sump. Will this be enough for heating up my tank? I will keep the room temperature between 70-75F. Im assuming I could get away with this? I really dont want to put a heater in the display.

Thanks