Griff's 240 Setup

[Griff1327]

Got my 240 finally! I've always enjoyed watching and learning as people documented their setup so I'm going to log the setup progress here and ask questions as needed.

First off, the tank! A 4'x4'x2' Tenecor.


Next, I'll be using a 55 gal for my Wet/Dry with JustLooking design. This will be my primary filtration.

The tank came drilled with a center overflow and two 1" drains and two 3/4" returns. Tenecor supplied the bulkheads and return fittings but not the actual standpipes. I will be making these copying the Durso design.

This is a freshwater tank so lighting isn't of the up-most importance so I picked up a Halogen spot lighting kit from Lowe's that should work for now. The advantage is that these take up almost no space and the spotlighting really gives the tank that feel of depth. They came with a touch pad that allows for 3 light settings.



I will also make a moonlight out of christmas tree LED lights when I find a set.

To heat this beast I picked up a 800w Finnex Titanium heater and controller. This could be overkill but its going downstairs which tends to be a little drafty.


Next, I'll get the stand built and then work on the plumbing and wet/dry.
I'm open to comments or suggestions!

 

[zebvance]

what kind of deal did you get for the heater. Im looking at the same one for my 240 long

 

[zebvance]

also are you going to house it in the sump?

 

[iloveoscars702]

nice... i like the dimensions what do you plan on putting in it?

 

[Pharaoh]

I see definite potential.

 

[fwiffo]

this is a cool thread. i know it is 'cause he collects beer caps!!!
beer is up right my alley!!

 

[Griff1327]

what kind of deal did you get for the heater. Im looking at the same one for my 240 long

I got it for $95 shipped. Not the cheapest but def. the best deal in my eye. Yes, I will be housing it in the sump.

 

[Ocean Blue]

Halogen = hot. Be careful with that light setup. It can cause heat crazing on the acrylic. Get yourself LED.

 

[Griff1327]

this is a cool thread. i know it is 'cause he collects beer caps!!!
beer is up right my alley!!

Haha that is actually the tabletop for my coffee table. Took a while to get that many collected and then covered it in a sheet of acrylic.

 

[Griff1327]

Halogen = hot. Be careful with that light setup. It can cause heat crazing on the acrylic. Get yourself LED.

Even if mounted say 6" above the top?

Would love to go LED but can't afford that price tag.

Here's the exact lights that I bought. Says they're xenon, don't know if that makes a difference.
http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay...roductId=3093197&catalogId=10051&cmRelshp=sim