My project 180 gallon Aggressive CA tank
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How could I have missed this?? Impressive job, and an inspiring way to show how one does not have to give up when in dire straits!
Now, throw all those "flowers" and feeders away and get back to Monstah!!!hehe
Now, throw all those "flowers" and feeders away and get back to Monstah!!!hehe
Top notch job.
Just wondering if you're still running the durso style standpipes.
I used to have dual dursos in my overflow on my 180... they were fairly quiet, but not as quiet as I wanted. I've since switched over to the Herbie method, and it is now completely silent... the only thing you hear is the hum from the pump now.
If you have dual drians in your overflow box, then I'd recommend you look into it.... if you want it perfect.
Just wondering if you're still running the durso style standpipes.
I used to have dual dursos in my overflow on my 180... they were fairly quiet, but not as quiet as I wanted. I've since switched over to the Herbie method, and it is now completely silent... the only thing you hear is the hum from the pump now.
If you have dual drians in your overflow box, then I'd recommend you look into it.... if you want it perfect.
Awhh that's awesome! I as well love the footprint, and also the fish keepers motto, that if u have a big tank, you soon think it's small!.. My 125 was my dream tank and..it's that time to go bigger yet again! Great job
A lot has changed recently.
The exceptionally hard water here has already destroyed my RO membrane. So.....I decided to upgrade the entire RO system. The unit output has been doubled to 50 gallons per day, has all new internals, a flush valve, dual TDS meters to stay on top of upkeep, and a top off valve makes this setup one step closer to fully automated.
The plants in the tank are now consuming nitrate/phosphate faster than the livestock can produce it. Ferts are in the mail.
I'm also upgrading the crappy Current fixtures with a 60" Sunlight TEK 4 bulb T5 setup. I need more light!
Additionally, the tank stock has been changeddue to a big order from Rapps. Kudos to Jeff for quick service and absolutely awesome fish. Currently:
(3) x Krobia Guinanesis
(3) x Rotkeils
(3) x Unknown Severums
(4) x RBSA
(6) x GBRs (4 WC from Rapps)
(5) x Thin Bar Myleus
(1) x Leopard Frog Pleco
(2) x common BN
You'll notice all tetras are gone from my stock list; the krobia tell me they were exquisite. They managed to wipe out all three schools in 3 days.
I still have the male festae...still a cool fish, but still a real *******. He will be getting his own tank, possibly with a big cat that he can't bully. I considering a 125 just for him...as he is now over a foot and still growing.
I'd still like to get some bigger fish in the 180...but right now I'm enjoying beautiful plants and mostly peaceful and harmonious fish.
Pictures to come very soon!
The exceptionally hard water here has already destroyed my RO membrane. So.....I decided to upgrade the entire RO system. The unit output has been doubled to 50 gallons per day, has all new internals, a flush valve, dual TDS meters to stay on top of upkeep, and a top off valve makes this setup one step closer to fully automated.
The plants in the tank are now consuming nitrate/phosphate faster than the livestock can produce it. Ferts are in the mail.
I'm also upgrading the crappy Current fixtures with a 60" Sunlight TEK 4 bulb T5 setup. I need more light!
Additionally, the tank stock has been changeddue to a big order from Rapps. Kudos to Jeff for quick service and absolutely awesome fish. Currently:
(3) x Krobia Guinanesis
(3) x Rotkeils
(3) x Unknown Severums
(4) x RBSA
(6) x GBRs (4 WC from Rapps)
(5) x Thin Bar Myleus
(1) x Leopard Frog Pleco
(2) x common BN
You'll notice all tetras are gone from my stock list; the krobia tell me they were exquisite. They managed to wipe out all three schools in 3 days.
I still have the male festae...still a cool fish, but still a real *******. He will be getting his own tank, possibly with a big cat that he can't bully. I considering a 125 just for him...as he is now over a foot and still growing.
I'd still like to get some bigger fish in the 180...but right now I'm enjoying beautiful plants and mostly peaceful and harmonious fish.
Pictures to come very soon!
