45g Shallow Rimless Peninsula Aquacultured Sps Reef

[Kyle1970]

I think you did a great job.
Not the typical look for a light fixture which is nice to see. Taking notes for a future build for sure.
Also really like the tank dimensions. Starting to "long" for a shallow tank setup myself.

Keep the updates coming.

 

[camps23]

This build is so unique....hats off

 

[jroovers]

Looks good Jordan I wish my progress of setting up your old 120 was where you are. If i knew you where thinking of going with the JNS C01 skimmer we could of maybe figured out a swap of skimmers. You will like the C-01 mine has handled my 90 gallon with ease. Can't wait to see your awesome pics of this tank.

Yes, I was back and forth on the skimmer, and in hindsight I'm maybe wishing I would have stuck with the CO2, especially if I plumb another tank or barrel inline with the system to increase water volume. I'm thinking I'm getting the CO1 tuned in finally, it has taken longer than expected and give it is smaller, I find it more difficult to tune. I love the nice small footprint though, and it is very quiet.

 

[reef keeper]

If you can't find old knob and tube wiring try using black parachute cord. The rope comes out. Just make sure to use a lighter on the ends or it will unravel.

 

[curiousphil]

Yes, I was back and forth on the skimmer, and in hindsight I'm maybe wishing I would have stuck with the CO2, especially if I plumb another tank or barrel inline with the system to increase water volume. I'm thinking I'm getting the CO1 tuned in finally, it has taken longer than expected and give it is smaller, I find it more difficult to tune. I love the nice small footprint though, and it is very quiet.

I've still got my old CO2 sitting unused in my basement if you ever decide the CO1 isn't cutting it.

 

[jroovers]

If you can't find old knob and tube wiring try using black parachute cord. The rope comes out. Just make sure to use a lighter on the ends or it will unravel.

That is a good idea, I wrapped the cords in rope though, so won't need to do this, but still a good thought

I've still got my old CO2 sitting unused in my basement if you ever decide the CO1 isn't cutting it.

Thanks Phil, I'm surprised someone hasn't scooped that up from you yet

 

[scubasteve]

Love it! The rope and wood look great together

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what he said lol

 

[DerekL]

I have found with my C01 if I have the bubbles breaking right at the first white ring on the body the thicker one I get a really good dark skimmate. I wish I had the C02 for when I set up the 120 but am going to see what results I get with the C01. I have a vertex in180 as a back up if I find the co1 not cutting it. Just really like my JNS skimmer.

 

[jroovers]

Time for a long overdue update. I've made progress with the tank:

- Finished side trim and top grating, which is all detachable through shelf brackets and adhesive to allow me access to the overflow area if needed for adjustments and maintenance

- Removed my RW4s. They were ok on one half of the tank, but the water stalled at the far side of the peninsula. I added a Maxspect Gyre 130, so far this thing is amazing, the flow is perfect for my tank. Have it at setting 5 and even at that setting the flow is incredible.

- Removed my sand bed and replaced with travertine tile. Over the long term, this will be easier for maintenance. Had a temporary nutrient spike (0.02 on the Hanna for phosphates), but everything is looking good.

- Did some more trim on the stand, added venting, mounted controllers, etc.

- Added 165W Chinese LED fixture to my refuge, which will become my frag area.

- I did a bunch of other stuff, can't remember it all, onto the pictures.

 

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[heath]

wow Jordan, that is an awesome looking tank but, it looks so empty compared to your other one...beautiful pictures...

 

[Nonuser]

Beautiful tang, but don't they get like a foot and a half ?

 

[heath]

some of them do and bigger but, they are beautiful fish and they don't all have the same growth rate...

 

[Kevin Tran]

Nice looking pic J

 

[Cliff]

Travertine tile? Is that reef safe? I like it.

 

[zoomster]

This is a very, very nice looking set up!
Congrats on a job well done!

 

[EricTMah]

Love the way the cabinet turned out.

Everything looks good

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