Introducing the latest to my flock of reef tanks. Why in the world do I need another?
150 Gallon Tank
I picked up this tank from @CreAzn at the end of December and have finally got around to start setting it up.
First thing was to get a new overflow. I'm not the biggest fan of Synergy Reefs' Shadow overflow so I ordered a new overflow from Modular Marine, but that required a custom build because the bulkhead holes through the tank were drilled closer than their standard overflow.
Changed out the vinyl backing as the old one had holes in it and light shined through. Fairly easy replacement with soapy water and a squeegee/credit card.
Took a little bit of time, but I finally got a good deal on a suitable sump from @Srt4eric, a Tigger Systems Platinum 39. I don't use any mechanical filtration in any of my tanks, so I won't be using the roller mat attachment or socks.
Plumbed all the drains with purple pipe and returns in blue.
Cut a new lid out of polycarbonate to cover the spot where the roller mat used to reside.
Tapped a spot to hold a second return line as I always run two return pumps now in case one fails.
150 Gallon Tank
I picked up this tank from @CreAzn at the end of December and have finally got around to start setting it up.
First thing was to get a new overflow. I'm not the biggest fan of Synergy Reefs' Shadow overflow so I ordered a new overflow from Modular Marine, but that required a custom build because the bulkhead holes through the tank were drilled closer than their standard overflow.
Changed out the vinyl backing as the old one had holes in it and light shined through. Fairly easy replacement with soapy water and a squeegee/credit card.
Took a little bit of time, but I finally got a good deal on a suitable sump from @Srt4eric, a Tigger Systems Platinum 39. I don't use any mechanical filtration in any of my tanks, so I won't be using the roller mat attachment or socks.
Plumbed all the drains with purple pipe and returns in blue.
Cut a new lid out of polycarbonate to cover the spot where the roller mat used to reside.
Tapped a spot to hold a second return line as I always run two return pumps now in case one fails.