Shark Pond Question
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I noticed that a couple of people tried to send me private messages in regard to my earlier post on this topic. For some reason I can't get those messages off of this site. I'll email the administrator and find out what's up with that. In the mean time, if you want you can email me at tm48462@yahoo.com with any questions you might have for me. Sorry about the trouble.
When you do get your shark pond set up, please post pictures for all of us who dont have one to look at! haha also "Sharkdealer" I sent you an email.
Personal - If you know able to get a larger diameter pool. Then at least consider a deeper one - say at least 3-4' deep. All the species on your list will do better with a little bit deeper pool.
Also - don't go cheap. While their are certain ways to cut corners to save some money(like D.I.Y.). Getting a cheap pool - will not help your sharks in the long run - only harm them, in the end.
Also - don't go cheap. While their are certain ways to cut corners to save some money(like D.I.Y.). Getting a cheap pool - will not help your sharks in the long run - only harm them, in the end.
krj-1168;567721; said:
If you know their are better quality ponds then could you post a link or point me in the direction where I may purchase one?
I am going to order the MRC 4848 (20"x12"x12" footprint, 48" height, 4 injectors) which is rated for a 3000g system. I am going to use a 1hp StaRite pump for the skimmer.
Here is a link to the website. http://www.myreefcreations.com/pscommercial.htm
Everything seem okay about it?
Thanks
Okay - now I'm confused.
Your willing to spend - up to 6 grand for a shark, 1100-1200 on a protein skimmer, but only about 200 on a pool.
that's just crazy -dude.
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As for a link with more pools
Here's a site that has pools ranging from kiddie pools to inground pools, large enough to keep a full grown blacktip reef in.
http://www.arthurspools.com/
Your willing to spend - up to 6 grand for a shark, 1100-1200 on a protein skimmer, but only about 200 on a pool.
that's just crazy -dude.
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As for a link with more pools
Here's a site that has pools ranging from kiddie pools to inground pools, large enough to keep a full grown blacktip reef in.
http://www.arthurspools.com/
krj-1168;567852; said:
Thanks for the link.
I saw a few I liked and will look to get one for a more permanent set up. However, at the time I am not looking for a permanent set up but more so an establishing pond. I am selling my residence and so I can not have anything perminent in place. I am not going to keep sharks or any animal long term in the $200 pond anyway. The system will need to cycle for several months anyhow in order to be able to support a shark.
Again, thank you for the link. Do you like my skimmer? Is my pump adequete?
Btw, their is no way I am spending 6K on a shark pup anytime soon.
Especially since I have never kept any requiem sharks before.Ali,
Whatever pool you get I suggest you don't use the stock liner as your one and only liner. Pool liners degrade over time (about 2 years) when exposed to seawater and sunlight. They get brittle and start to tear. I would recommend a UV resistent pond liner be placed underneath the factory pool liner. Not only will this give you the advantage and safety net of a double liner but will insure you don't have a catastrophic leak/liner failure within a couple years. Pond liners are generally 45 mil whereas pool liners are 20-30 mil. It will be harder to smooth out the pool liner with the pond liner underneath so be ready for that. If you're going with a StaRite pump be aware that those are designed for pools and spas and not seawater. The shaft seal on those tends to fail in 1-3 years because of the saltwater(unless they're using non-corrosive seals now).
Whatever pool you get I suggest you don't use the stock liner as your one and only liner. Pool liners degrade over time (about 2 years) when exposed to seawater and sunlight. They get brittle and start to tear. I would recommend a UV resistent pond liner be placed underneath the factory pool liner. Not only will this give you the advantage and safety net of a double liner but will insure you don't have a catastrophic leak/liner failure within a couple years. Pond liners are generally 45 mil whereas pool liners are 20-30 mil. It will be harder to smooth out the pool liner with the pond liner underneath so be ready for that. If you're going with a StaRite pump be aware that those are designed for pools and spas and not seawater. The shaft seal on those tends to fail in 1-3 years because of the saltwater(unless they're using non-corrosive seals now).
sharkdealer;567908; said:
AHH!! I already got two of the StaRite pumps.
I got a 1hp and a 3/4hp dyno-glass pump. Is their anyway to modify the pumps to be compatible w/ SW?I am planning on getting a 45 mil pond liner. I heard that I need to line it with carpet padding or styrofaom in order to avoid the pinches. Will that work?
The Intex pool company states that its pools have several liners that are incorporated somehow. I do not know how much pressure it can withstand though.
I'm a little confused. You are selling your place, but you want to put a shark pool on it. What happens when you decide to move? Are you planning on moving the shark with it? Just trying to get the story straight.
