tench1 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Share Posted December 16, 2010 Of cos! I wana know how you did it as well. Its nice and compact! Seet mentioned to me that there's a need to increase the surface area of sand to rock ratio. Hence, i used 4 'pillars' of rocks to raise the rest...Tough man, the expoxy doesnt seems to work... But anyway, its already up... Hence, as you say about the debris in the centre area, with numerous passage ways from left/right to the central position, will you suggest to place a wave maker near to the bottom? - im worried about the sandstorm will appear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilsontantw Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 It'll be a little challenging. For your scape, you have elevated the rocks. Thus just place a small wavemaker at the back of tank. It will take care of the issue. Mine was done "wrongly".. Too compact, resulted in bad flow. Quote decommissioned 2.5x2x2 Videos: | | Your mind is like a parachute. It only works when it is open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Share Posted December 16, 2010 Bro, noted. I will see which wavemakers to be place at the rear bottom. Looking forward to salt mix tonight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilsontantw Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 You using dead rocks?? Slowly cycle the tank. It'll help to stabilize the setup. Have fun. Quote decommissioned 2.5x2x2 Videos: | | Your mind is like a parachute. It only works when it is open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Share Posted December 16, 2010 yeah, all were dead rocks from my previous set up. Yup, cycling is fun, esp the part when the prawn disppeared after 1 month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member straydum Posted December 16, 2010 SRC Member Share Posted December 16, 2010 wow cool looking sump indeed to solve your additional bend issue, perhaps you could try going with either 45 degree bends or flexible tubings which is even better! takes the additional pressure off your return pump too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Share Posted December 16, 2010 Hey Straydum, at the moment i will stay with the blend yet, unless i need stronger return flow Thanks for your nice words! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Share Posted December 16, 2010 My salt choice - ReD SEA coral Pro Inside the Bucket Had mixed almost left half bucket. SG readings reaching 1.02, going to do the rest slowly. Meanwhile, sharing some pictures of other Zoas. Zoas - Bali Safecracker Zoas - Fire and Ice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yongshun Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 a lot of nice stuffs...piping oso veri neat Quote Main tank: 4.5 x 2.5 x 2Skimmer: Deltec AP701 Return pump: RD 6Chiller: Daikin compressor with Titanium coil Wavemaker: Jebao w-20, Maxspect Gyre xf150 Lighting: 8x54 ATI Sunpower Non-dimmableLinked tankMain tank: 2 x 1 x 2Return: Eheim 1260Lighting: AI Hydra 26 with controllerWavemaker: Tunze 6025My decommed 3 ft setup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 17, 2010 Author Share Posted December 17, 2010 Hi Yongshun, thanks! i find the workmanship good as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilsontantw Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Another hidden tiger. Keep the pix coming... Quote decommissioned 2.5x2x2 Videos: | | Your mind is like a parachute. It only works when it is open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 17, 2010 Author Share Posted December 17, 2010 Another hidden tiger. Keep the pix coming... Thanks for the compliment, but....Nah, im nothing compared to the reefers out there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Supporter Harlequinmania Posted December 17, 2010 SRC Supporter Share Posted December 17, 2010 Good choice for the salt selection, and the sump design looks cool too ! Quote 1000 Gallon Tank in the Hole http://www.sgreefclub.com/forum/topic/120957-1000-gallon-3d-hole-in-the-wall/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 17, 2010 Author Share Posted December 17, 2010 Hey Larry! Long time no see. Thanks for the recommandation of the tank-maker There's still alot more to work on the sump portion. Will be needing your advice later If you dont mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eniram Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Did you do the piping yourself? More shots of your sump design, very interesting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 17, 2010 Author Share Posted December 17, 2010 Did you do the piping yourself? More shots of your sump design, very interesting Nah, i dont have that kinda workmanship skill. There's flaws with my design, mirco bubbles can be brought up by return flow if water level is slow...But, this can be resolved with ATU Once i added more stuff inside, will post more of the sump pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilsontantw Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Jeremy, the sump schematic is on page 1, post #3. Quote decommissioned 2.5x2x2 Videos: | | Your mind is like a parachute. It only works when it is open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eniram Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Yea saw the schematics just wanted to see more details in his sump design Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 17, 2010 Author Share Posted December 17, 2010 Whenever i was referred to my sump, one word 'sigh'. It didnt actually met my requirement. Perhaps, i was too greedy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 20, 2010 Author Share Posted December 20, 2010 Update. Prawns x 2 added on friday. Cycling in progress. Shall test parameters on christmass day! Btw guys, do u think I should add subtrate now? Or after my cycling process? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member onizukaa Posted December 20, 2010 SRC Member Share Posted December 20, 2010 Update. Prawns x 2 added on friday. Cycling in progress. Shall test parameters on christmass day! Btw guys, do u think I should add subtrate now? Or after my cycling process? show us picture of the prawn! wahhaha before and after Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 20, 2010 Author Share Posted December 20, 2010 oni, u dont know how a prawn look like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member onizukaa Posted December 20, 2010 SRC Member Share Posted December 20, 2010 oni, u dont know how a prawn look like? is before and after!!! i only know how to shrimp look like as the cleaner shrimp in my tank keep cleaning my hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 20, 2010 Author Share Posted December 20, 2010 is before and after!!! i only know how to shrimp look like as the cleaner shrimp in my tank keep cleaning my hand No white light yet..cant get a good shot at the "prawn" before... Finally, the waterfall noise had been reduced significantly. After a DIY Durso piping had been installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tench1 Posted December 20, 2010 Author Share Posted December 20, 2010 Picture of my Durso pipe without the pipe cap cover. This solves all necessary sound! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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