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OK I HEAR YOUR FAMOUS FOR MATH( I just can sign checks LOL)So I am makeing a sump out of a 30 long tank, makeing all the cuts out of glass for the baffles ect, no problem BUT ? When the tank cuts off with power , will the hights of the baffles make a differents when designing the sump/fuge.I...

1st thanks for the pic , my tank is a 30 long. I started with under than over, so really that way its only to baffles(right) because the next section is the center section.My first section is about 8 inches wide Im going to put a filter sock in that one , then comes the under then over(ok). then...

1. Im building a sump 30 gal long( fish tank)12x16x36 2.glass is cut for baffles 3. WHAT GOES IN THE FIRST COMPARTMENT ( I would like to make a smaller compartment just for the water comming down from the main tank, maybe put filter media. 4. should the protein skimmer be in its own...

1. Im building a sump 30 gal long( fish tank)12x16x36 2.glass is cut for baffles 3. WHAT GOES IN THE FIRST COMPARTMENT ( I would like to make a smaller compartment just for the water comming down from the main tank, maybe put filter media. 4. should the protein skimmer be in its own...

1. Im building a sump 30 gal long( fish tank)12x16x36 2.glass is cut for baffles 3. WHAT GOES IN THE FIRST COMPARTMENT ( I would like to make a smaller compartment just for the water comming down from the main tank, maybe put filter media. 4. should the protein skimmer be in its own...

I have a 30 gal sump under my 90 oceanic , the water flows down so fast it makes a mess and very loud. I take a aqua clear 500 sponge filter cut a whole down the middle and then slide it up around the pipe. I have no baffles on my sump will this be better or some kind of drip plate. How do you...

My suggestion to you is to build a platform , lets say the basement hight is 8 ft . build a square of builder cinder blocks 4 ft hight by 4 ft square . lay 1 or 2 pieces of 3/4 ply on top, its really like a table.The whole idea about this design is that you can use the pump ( return ) with less...

HI guys it been awhile , just moved into my house . bought an oceanic 90 gal and stand , Im not thrilled with there over flow system. Prefered my old 90 with holes drilled in the back. well designing a 30 gal long sump, fish tank. just explain the baffles and basic spacing , how high up from the...

Originally posted by PhreakEmUp I personally have to all-glass 40 breeders (36"Lx18"Wx16"T) that I drilled myself.. U will not have a problem drilling them on the sides or bottom.. I ran a closed loop on one of my 40's, so u will be all set.. Phreak :cheer: THANKS ALOT THATS ALL A NEEDED...

Originally posted by RobChuck It's possible to spray your tank with it running, but unless you do a perfect job of sealing off the tank, there is a chance of overspray getting into your tank. If you do attempt to spray, follow NewFishLINY's suggestion of thin coats; because a tank that gets...

Just cover the top of your tank really good( I mean really good} Todays paints dry very fast , some dry in five minutes . I have used krylon paint " fusion " it drys extra fast and it covers great.Remember spray lite coats , almost the first coat a fine mist . new fish good luck

Need some help: Can I drill the bottom of my 40 gal breeder tank, I just bought it .Its made by all glass company , if I can where can I buy the glass bit for it. Can I also drill the back of the tank thanks for the help new fish

:cheer: there is a product called marine pc7 , a 2 part expoxy used underwater. I understand its non toxic. Also those 2 part expoxy stick sold in most lfs or on line . You most mix equal or will not work new fish

I have been useing distilled water for the past 15 months , but I have found not consistent( phosphates /silicates at times) So buying ro from lfs , started with ten gallons of top off this week , just ran out. Can I do a large water change with out causeing any problem of water chemistry...

Originally posted by Squidd Depends...What are you expecting it to do...?? It's probably "killing" stuff already as it flows through the system... If you have it to fight "parasites" you still need to wait for them to go through their "life cycle"...it will only kill them in the "free swimming"...

9watt double helix, useing on my 90 gal. I am useing a 600 rio and it sucks/loud ,cheap product. I really think this uv is to small for a 90, but as you know the the company rates it for a 90, where do they come up with these figures. Anyway how long do you think the uv will start to be...

DOES ANYONE HAVE A KOLD STERILE UNIT IF YOU DO WHATS YOUR THOUGHTS , VERSES THE RO UNITS

Originally posted by BlackHavoc the AC 300 would be great. You wouldnt need a powerhead though. as for lighting hit up you local ***** (shameless plug), and look for ESU's Coralife Mini Compact 50/50's there 11.99 each 10 watts each. In a 5 gal tank two would be fine. You could put them into a...

:notsure: I thought I would never do this, but I took off my shelf a five gal square tank that is made by all glass. I had it for a least 7 yrs empty. I have a 90 gal reef with plenty of extra rock ect. I have all kinds of pumps ect , I was thinking of useing a 300 aqua clear and putting in some...

:notsure: aqua clear 901 I just bought for my 90 reef , the mounting bracket is big and bulky but very sturdy. not noisey at all.My only problem its to strong , I wish there was a adjustable speed control. You really cant dirict the water flow to good. Any Idea's