3FordFamily

These photos were of the fish fresh out of quarantine.

I never did post any photos of it, but I’ve had this guy a few months. He’s doing well. Here he is meeting the resident tank boss Desjardini Sailfin tang. They get along fine but they were obviously displaying! These guys are a lot cheaper these days. As beautiful as the fish is, I admit that they’re a bit overrated now that I have one. Whatever, it was a bucket list item I can check off.

Thanks, was something unique I hadn’t seen before. I did see some on google images, so I’m not the first. I like how it turned out, thanks!

Here’s an update. Plumbing nearly done. Getting close, it’s currently filling up with water.

Here’s an update. Plumbing nearly done. Getting close, it’s currently filling up with water.

Here’s an update. Plumbing nearly done. Getting close, it’s currently filling up with water.

Yeah it was nice to show up for my first meet in like 5-6 years! Sorry for crashing the party with the kids, was good to see some of you again. Thanks for a great time. My kids really enjoyed it.

Glad you figured it out, my 180 runs hot too I’ve unplugged my heater and I keep my house at 65-68 degrees!

Did some more work today. Painted trim, floorboards, shiplap, did some recycled granite work, some plumbing was started and plotted out. Coming along!

It will be serviceable from the back, when do you use a flap on top? Recycled granite will be surrounding the tank I’m not sure how to make a flap with that in mind, but I’d like some feedback on your feedback. I appreciate it, as your tank is awesome! Thanks friend,

Updated pics --- needs plumbing and the "stone" wall completed. Shiplap done, rough drywall done.

I use these but I don't think they function well as a sole return pump -- just not reliable if they're anything like their powerheads I continue to buy for some reason. Replacement controllers can be had online. I find that if they run dry for a few minutes they lock up, probably a protection (surprisingly smart). I've not figured out what makes them work again but dipping in vinegar and banging them around and unplugging seem to work

If you're heavily skimming, have low levels of livestock, or both your chaeto will often starve out. My tanks are always so overstocked that this is not an issue!