Propagation tank

[Creetin]

yes, beam made removable. perfect.

i am so impressed by your workmanship. very clean and neat.

and an artica chiller for prop tank! wow... deep pockets!

[ryanlio]

Just got back from PVC fitting shopping:..

1X1" X 2.9m PVC pipe = $4

1X 3/4" PVC pipe = $3

2 X 1" 45degree elbow = $3.70

2 X 3/4" PVC union = $6

6 X 1" 90degree elbow = $3.60

2 X 1" PVC end Cap = $0.64

4 X 1" PVC Union = $18

1 X 1" PVC FIP Ball Valve = $13

1 X 1" PVC socket = $0.40

2 X 3/4" X 3/8" PVC /tee = $1.20

1 X 3/4" PVC FIP Ball Valve = $10.50

3 X 1" PVC Omega clip = $0.75

3 X 3/4" PVC clip = $3.60

Total damage: $73.17 for pipings..

also the store has got some items that they nitty gritty pvc boxes, filter bars... hmm.. maybe next time I'll drop by and spend more time if i ever need those filter box, etc..

Guess there will be more work to be done tonight... cheers.

[ryanlio]

Hooked up the arctica chiller. Seems like its pretty noisy.. any bro know why?.. is there someone who runs artica 1/4HP? might wanna drop by to ref the noise your chiller runs...

[ryanlio]

was hoping that the tank maker could deliver my tank in the weekend so that i can do some work on it.. Confirmed delivery only on Tuesday.. sianz.. guess had to search for bargain buys in Pasar Malam section over the weekends..

[ryanlio]

pipe work

[kelstorm]

salute on the DIY..

[ryanlio]

Was trying to look for those with multiple tee off connectors so that multiple equipment can be hooked on..

Something like what bro Supermo suggested in

http://www.sgreefclub.com/forum/index.php?...51&hl=hose+lock

Bro Supremo.. Tumpang your pic ah..

Wonder if that will work?

any advise?

Ryan

[ryanlio]

salute on the DIY..

No lah..

"Far see like flower... Near see like toad"..

The finishing of the cabinet not that good.. cannot compare to those pro cabinet makers..

[ryanlio]

Electrical cord attached

[ryanlio]

Splash guard with plastic mat from Ikea..

[ryanlio]

LR from Bro Ah Boy.. These are free. approx 20 kg... hiak hiak hiak.. thanks alot bro..

[ryanlio]

Some are even covered with Coralline algae.. that y i quickly get them submerged as soon as i got home...

[ryanlio]

another piece covered with coralline algae.. yum yum

[ryanlio]

ah yes.. finally.. the pail that Bro Ah Boy T-Loan to me... ehhehe :>

[jervismun]

Love the splash guard... planning to do something to my sump cabinet too... safety first

[ryanlio]

Love the splash guard... planning to do something to my sump cabinet too... safety first

yes.. glad that the info is helpful..

That the main purpose for this thread actually .. to hear any advises or to learn from fellow reefers.. had many ideas coming from your thread itself, Jervis..

BTW my H&S skimmer's aquabee pump has some problem starting up, sometimes can sometimes cannot (due to stopping reefing for 1 year) .. think its the greasing on the needle wheel.. anyone knows which kinda SAE/grease will be helpful (non toxic) or any bro knows how to service this?..

[VanDeam]

can drop by i have a tube of ehiem lub , meant for pumps like that my hns Also giving the same problem when i buy at first i thought was a defect after apply it , never stop since then

[ryanlio]

can drop by i have a tube of ehiem lub , meant for pumps like that my hns Also giving the same problem when i buy at first i thought was a defect after apply it , never stop since then

Hi Bro,

Thanks for the offer...

I think I'll drop by your place with my pump.. cos pai seh.. need help gotta trouble you some more...My tank will only arrive Tuesday, I'll definitely invite you over when things are running..

can also look at your setup for inspiration..

[giantbicycle]

You are heading towards the right direction . cant wait to see it running

Cheers

[ryanlio]

Tank scheduled to come in this evening... tak boleh tahan liao!!!!... 9 hours more!!

[ryanlio]

ARRGGHH!!!! tank maker told me earliest is Thursday!!!!.. AAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

[ryanlio]

was at the tank maker's to make my presence felt.. (I'm 90kg.. hehehe :>)

Tank was abt 60% done. Seems like i won't be getting the tank today as well (even though maker says "Jin Liang" - try his best...)

Managed to sneak some pics though.

60% tank - 10mm thickness.

[ryanlio]

The edging of the tank... looks like good workmanship... hehhe :>

[ryanlio]

The holes for the return drilled.. I'm using 3/4" for returns and 1 1/2" for overflow. Implementing Reef Central's Herbie method.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthre...mp&pagenumber=1

[ryanlio]

The styrofoam base that the tank will sit on. The holes are marked on it so that i can pre-drill the returns and overflow on my cabinet b4 the tank is delivered.... it kinda thin... will it be enough to "cushion" and spread the weight?