Starting over

DIY cap I build this morning. A carpenter I am not.

I'll paint it if it hold together long enough
J

 

Had to add this Pic Catherine (My Wife ) took. It just proves the missing link theory

 

Sweet! Nice work J. Of course I like it better open top, but that's just me.

I like your rock layout too. [smiley=2thumbsup.gif]

I found a black tapestry on the wall around it really cuts down on the light. Check out the pics in 'my reef' section. It's not for everybody though. Just thought I'd point it out.

Looks like you are having fun! ;D

 

Thanks for sharing Jakets.
I like your set up, it looks great! [smiley=thumbs_up1.gif]

How many lbs of live rock do you have in there?

 

I echo those thoughts, great looking set-up! Any new photos to share? Especially pictures of your sump/refegium.

;D 8)

 

I didn't get to any type of retor-fitted sump to Refegium. and the Sump I have was built for the 72G bow. Because the stand was tall and narrow I had the sump built taller and narrower. So now I'm left with very little room above the sump. zero working room. I can fit my arm in and clean and adjust placement of heaters, pump but even topping up water is going to be a challenge. Pic to come soon. I have to get to work now.

J

 

Well I thought I'd better post an update of my tank.
I was unable to reuse a lot of the old tank water, only about 20-30G. So I am monitoring the Parameters pritty close. I have been using C-Balance from 2 little fishes to bring my Ca up. I will be running tests on my water tonight so I wont post old figures now.
Here is a pic

J

 

[glow=Blue, 2, 90%]That is REMARKABLE, J!!! I dare say, that is close to a miracle, given all that those critters have been through. You have done a great job in taking care of them and watching over them when they were scattered into their 'Rubber-maid' Exile.

They look GORGEOUS now!!! Job well-done!!!!![/glow]

 

Thanks Wrass
I'm not sure if I'm out of the woods yet. I'm waiting for an algae bloom. That tipical new water new tank bloom. Not looking forward to it. But maybe if I keep everything perfect it will be a little one.
I've never gone through test kits so fast. Mind you I'm over testing for sure, but I'm too worried about all my little family members.

I have to admit I'm still in this hobby because of everyones great support on this site. Your encouragement allowed me to give it another go and help my wife feel it was worth another try.

[glow=pink, 6, 300]Thanks 3 REEF members you're the best[/glow]

 

You rock. I am proud of you man. So inspiring.

Triumphing over adversity. You have earned this tank big time.

Your tank looks great.

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ps -

how's that AGA float going?
if the fan in the sump doesn't hold the temp down, try one near the halides where the heat starts.