Riot's New Tank

[ZeRoC00l]

Ok tank details finalized.

Running a 3 ft +++ tank with side overflow (fully 4ft incorp the side OF). Lit by 1X400w MH (should cover 3 ft spread if mounted slightly higer up) with the edges of tank darkened to hide 4Xtunzes. This setup will allow me to use my existing equipment (0.5hp chiller, 400w MH) while maximizing water volume.

Now, the next issue- I intend to run a zeovit system without a sandbed. Problem is a bare tank looks ugly in my opinion. With my 4 tunzes, I am afraid that sand particles will fly and I cannot maximize circulation to transport detritus to the skimmer. How can I achieve max circulation while not not having a bare bottom tank?

What i figure is to silicon those black styrofoam backgrounds used in fresh water tanks to the bottom on the tank. This will serve to cover the glass bottom and make it appear more natural, plus cushion any live rock avalanches. Would this be a good idea?

Can try this: TOTM

I place eggcrate on the bottom of the tank and cut it to within two inches of the front glass. I then add a bottom layer of Fiji live rock, begin adding water, and then finish up the aquascaping. I place a substrate about ¾ -1" deep around all the rocks to cover the eggcrate, but never under the rock or in the caves. The eggcrate is used as a safety net in case of falling rocks, but it does add to my maintenance routine; to prevent the sediment from becoming solidified within the eggcrate's squares, I use a turkey baster to stir up the sand.

[riot]

Thanks Zerocool,

that was a possibility I had in mind. Will definitely consider that option.

Dr Evil, heh heh I thought of going 2X250w, but that will mean selling off my 400w MH. Lets see, i have a CV10kk, 2X radiums, a BLV10kk all used for less than three months. If I change out, huge loss. I think I rather stick to my 400w, although if I am a fresh MH user, the 250ws seem a good way to go.

[riot]

Right, next thing is any one has contacts for a reliable elctrician who can do up a MCB, temp controller for a reasonable price? My new tank will be sitting in an area currently unconnected to any power lines. Dont really want to run extension cord everywhere.