My summer project w/ pix

[mmoore0803]

So I finally created a thread for my 180g I'm currently building. I'm using RC because they host more of my pictures....just click the link below.

Chris....you inspired me

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=7886539#post7886539

[DaChrisDude]

Looking sweet Mike!

Lol, I feel so high 'n mighty now that I've inspired someone... ;) lol!

[mmoore0803]

Thanks for the kind words....just got back from DisneyWorld so back to the garage...I got my scratch removal kit for my orbital sander......the fun continues

[crstjohn]

Looks good Mike! I know your SCWD is temporary but you can modify it to have minimal losses. I move the same amount of water with a Rio 3100 after modification as I did with the 3100 plus a Rio 8HF! Also, I would lose that black poly tubing and go with spaflex for the return lines. Spaflex allows you to use pvc fittings which are larger diameter (less losses) than those tubing fittings. Plus you can glue it so you dont have to worry about clamps coming loose. Let me know if you want some. I have some extra 3/4" and 1" laying around.
Rick

[mmoore0803]

Thanks Rick, I'll let you know once I test the system with water to see what kind of loss occurs.

[mmoore0803]

Updates!
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=7948089#post7948089

[DaChrisDude]

Looking sweet Mike!

[mmoore0803]

updates
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=929424

[DaChrisDude]

awesome Mike!!! I'll have to come check it out one of these days.

[nanoreefbro]

Wow mmmoore that is an awesome tank.. Now I know what Kamil was talking about!!

[mmoore0803]

thanks

[swissfish]

what lighting set up do you currently have and also what type of bulbs do you use?

[mmoore0803]

currently I run a 4 foot 6 bulb t5 tek light and a 250w halide in a lumenarc stealth reflector.....but I plan on removing the tek and replacing it with 3 48" t5s along the front of the tank, and 2 24" t5s on the back (no light over the overflow box) then have the Halide on a light mover.....new project when I get some money but it should work out nice

[swissfish]

just pick the tek light appart:)

[mmoore0803]

I thought about that and may still do it.....though I'd want waterproof endcaps

[mmoore0803]

the reflectors are connected....and I don't remember what ballasts...I should have taken a picture when I had it apart on the first day....wanted to see how it was put together ;)