Rebuilding our 240 w/ Pics on PG 24 &25

[Pennies2Cents]

As many of you all know we came across an issue with our previous 240 tank and decided to consolidated pretty much most of our fish & coral to purchase a new one. :bighug:



Well the time is finally here that I start a new build thread. My husband (roscozman) has been quite a busy man :whew: these last couple of months. He has diligently been working on the stand & towers, sump and finally finished painting, sanding etc. He's done a great job. :wub: Here are a few pics.:photo: to get this party started. :bigsmile:


And so it begins! :applause:

Here is a photo of what it used to look like. Im sure everyone remembers the "Hot Pink" lol...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0168.jpg


Now: :)

Stand With Primer

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0786.jpg

Tower w/ 1st Coat of Paint

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0780.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0784.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0785.jpg

Top Corner of Tower:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0789.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0788.jpg


Stand 1st coat of Paint

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0794.jpg

Stand & Tower Doors Complete:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0793.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0792.jpg

More pics to come as the tank, stand & Canopy go up.

[ErikH]

FINALLY!

:)

[justahobby]

You missed a spot!

Haha Looks great guys.

[Mr Cob]

Glad to see some progress! Looks great! I know you guys can't wait!

[Big_Pun]

sweet, you got my number call me when you need help moving it in, or for anything else you and Ross need help with

[Shu]

I want more pics I have been waiting for this.

Looking good so far

[roscozman]

Don't let Eve fool you... she has put in a ton of work on this upgrade as well...

I am one to ask advice and questions from the great people here on MAAST (and RC) because I know someone has done it before. So I will start all my questions on this thread.

Many things will remain the same on the outside, but inside the tank and stand, many changes are taking place. One of these is now the new tank will be 3/4" glass as compared with the old tank at 5/8" glass. My concern is tank weight and support from the stand. Tank total dimensions are 96"x24"x24". One adjustment worth noting is we will go from a 4" deep sand bed in the display to a 1" sand bed and we will keep about the same amount of rock.

I input the calculations and came up with the following:

Old Tank:
Length - 96.00 in.
Width - 24.00 in.
Height - 24.00 in.
Wall-Thickness - 0.63 in.
Volume - 239.38 gal (us)
Tank Material Weight - 485.83 lbf
Water Volume - 213.92 gal
Water Weight - 1,817.48 lbf
Substrate Type - Sand
Average Substrate Depth - 4.00 in.
Substrate Weight - 490.83 lbf
Approx Total Weight - 2,794.14 lbf

New Tank:
Length - 96.00 in.
Width - 24.00 in.
Height - 24.00 in.
Wall-Thickness - 0.75 in.
Volume - 239.38 gal (us)
Tank Material Weight - 586.01 lbf
Water Volume - 233.01 gal
Water Weight - 1,979.67 lbf
Substrate Type - Sand
Average Substrate Depth - 1.00 in.
Substrate Weight - 122.71 lbf
Approx Total Weight - 2,688.38 lbf

The calculator indicates the new tank will weigh approx 106 less. Is this accurate with a 3/4" glass tank - 8 foot long. I know the sand weighed a lot, but didn't know if it would balance out this way?

Also, you can see the stand in the pic. Should I add additional supports? I don't know if I have the room because sump and pump are now approx 92" (added a union valve).

Thanks.

[Pennies2Cents]

And he finally chimes in!

[roscozman]

ding ding...

[Pennies2Cents]

the continuation....

[Bill S]

Sand and glass are both significantly heavier than water.

Personally, I'd like to see better support than every 48". Even every 32" makes me nervous. How well did the last tank hold up? 100lbs isn't going to make a big difference one way or the other. But I'd like to see more support.

[hobogato]

IIRC, that stand was built by pete and has a 2x4 frame inside. it should be fine without any extra support.

you also forgot to adjust the water volume down for the new tank since the glass is thicker with the same outside dimensions.

[Bill S]

IIRC, that stand was built by pete and has a 2x4 frame inside. it should be fine without any extra support.

you also forgot to adjust the water volume down for the new tank since the glass is thicker with the same outside dimensions.

I think that was offset by the 3" less of sand, Ace, and that's why the volume is larger.

[roscozman]

Sand and glass are both significantly heavier than water.

Personally, I'd like to see better support than every 48". Even every 32" makes me nervous. How well did the last tank hold up? 100lbs isn't going to make a big difference one way or the other. But I'd like to see more support.

I was going to add some 2x4 frames to the corners for extra support. Don't know if every 32" would work with the doos in front?



IIRC, that stand was built by pete and has a 2x4 frame inside. it should be fine without any extra support.

you also forgot to adjust the water volume down for the new tank since the glass is thicker with the same outside dimensions.

Thanks Ace. Yes, It does have a 2x4 frame. I also added a 3/4" plywood sheet to the bottom (inside stand). The previous floor was MDF and was flaking away.

I found this link for the calculations:
http://boonedocks.net/fishtank/ftweb.php

[Pennies2Cents]

Here is a quick pic of the canopy.

Just the primer at the moment.. :)

More to come tomorrow. :) I promise...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0053NEF-1.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

Updated Pics as promised! :)

Canopy: 1st Coat of Paint

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0056.jpg

The lights inside: (12) T-5's

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0058.jpg

The Towers:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0061.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0063.jpg

Our 75 gal holding tank

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0100.jpg

What's inside:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0070.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0069.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0076.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0081.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0089.jpg

Bill Streep's Recovering Plate Coral:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0093.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0094.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0115.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0123.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0124.jpg

[Third Coast Tropical]

wow, y'all have a lot of nice zoo's....

[joelb]

are you giong to run only t5s and a few LEDs?

[txav8r]

Back in Black! Stand and canopy is looking good!

[Bill S]

WOW. I like it in BLACK. That plate is lookin' good too!

[justahobby]

Whadda holding tank! It looks better than my permanent lol. Man I can't wait to help ya'll set the beast back up. I bet you will love watching all the frags grow back.

[txmike]

What type of paint did you use on the stand??

[roscozman]

wow, y'all have a lot of nice zoo's....

Thanks. Some are new, but many of them are frags or colonies from our previous tank.


are you giong to run only t5s and a few LEDs?

Yes, 60" and 36" T5 and the are 6 bulbs deep. We run 4 ATI Blue Plus, 1 Figi Purple and 1 6500 Daylight bulb. We do have some DIY LEDs for the moonlights.


Back in Black! Stand and canopy is looking good!

Yes, we like the way the black is coming out.


WOW. I like it in BLACK. That plate is lookin' good too!

Yes Bill, the plate is coming back slowly but surely.


Whadda holding tank! It looks better than my permanent lol. Man I can't wait to help ya'll set the beast back up. I bet you will love watching all the frags grow back.

We are keeping up with the holding tank with regular water changes. We have been trying to hold back but have bought a few things here and there. The frags are growing out nicely.


What type of paint did you use on the stand??

DEVFLEX Acrylic semi gloss Black and the primer was Prep & Prime Waterproof Sealant from ICI Paints. Was not cheap...

[Paul28]

Man its comming along LOOKING good you to :)

[AdamZC]

im really impressed!

[Goofball310]

Do you have any update pics of it all together?

[roscozman]

Do you have any update pics of it all together?

We do not have it set up yet because we are still waiting on our tank to arrive(hint hint):at_wits_end:.

Everything is painted and ready for set up. I have moved the tank stand in the house and set up the sump and fuge. We are still looking for a water storage container (20-40 gal) for the ATO and need to run the RODI line through the attic.

We are getting anxious...

[Big_Pun]

hey rosss if i see that guy this weekend on the way out to go hunt ill let you know, still cant believe he wasnt there thats a first

[roscozman]

Thanks Chris. We also ended up going Sunday on our way home and he was still not there. Let me know... we might make it down that way again this weekend.

[Pennies2Cents]

Update: :) Tank is due to come in on Feb 5th.. Looking for help to get this beast up on its stand... :) Let us know if you can/want to help out.

[sampsonndelila]

Gl***** ouch! Hey tell Ross I still have that section of hose, I saw it yesterday and thought of ya'll. Congrats.

[sampsonndelila]

glass is an amorphous (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amorphous_solid) (non-crystalline (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crystal)) solid (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solid) material

[txav8r]

Glass is actually a supercooled liquid, not a solid.

Glass :
NOUN: 1. Any ofa large class ofmaterials with highly variable mechanical and optical properties that solidify from the molten state without crystallization, are typically made by silicates fusing with boric oxide, aluminum oxide, or phosphorus pentoxide, are generally hard, brittle, and transparent or translucent, and are considered to be supercooled liquids rather than true solids.

[Third Coast Tropical]

Think I have said this previously, but your zoo collection is impressive!...Let me know when/if you frag.

[Bill S]

Looks like we will be here this weekend. As long as it's not super bowl sunday...

[hobogato]

depending on time, i can probably help

[Gseclipse02]

if yall want to use my glass suction cups yall can just get with erick (scorpino) he has them


i might be able to help just let me know what time i dont know what my schedule will be like that day

[Mike]

Kristy and I are probably available... let us know date/time.

[roscozman]

Just spoke with Deep Sea and the tank is ready and being picked up today by the delivery company. Gabe said it will be here FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Update - 240gal 3/4" BRICK!!!


YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!

They offered a free upgrade since it took 5 MONTHS!!

[Bill S]

Woohoo! You are gonna LOVE having a BRICK!

[txav8r]

Great news!! Glad it's finally coming in!

[Pennies2Cents]

I can finally go SHOPPING! :) Woooo hooo... :)

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey everyone, spoke with Gabe earlier this evening and here is the plan. :)

Tank is set to arrive at Gabe's on Friday the 12th. He has made the generous offer to bring the tank to our house but will need some help loading it onto CedRod's truck :) for delivery.

If you are able to help lift this big monster, we ask that you please meet us @ 7:45pm @ Gabe's store.

8:00pm- Lift & Load Tank on to truck
8:30pm- Depart for 9270 Encino Village 78250 (our house)
8:45pm- Arrive
8:50pm- Slide tank onto MAAST Cart
8:55pm- Lift & Place Tank on Stand..


We currently have

Gabe,
CedRod
StangChris
Ross

We could use a couple more hands.. :) Did I mention we have suction cups! :applause::applause: Thanks Erik & JT. :)

[Bill S]

Sorry, Eve, this weekend doesn't work for me...

[secretweapons22]

Ill be there....

[Big_Pun]

woohoo tank move #3 for me with eve and ross

[kkiel02]

Ill be winning money at the lucky eagle this weekend in eagle pass. Let me know if you need help with setup next week though.

[SABOB]

Would love to help but will be at the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame ceremonies at the Alamodome.Good luck with the move,post lots of pictures!!!!

[roscozman]

Looking for a couple more hands to help out if possible...

[Pennies2Cents]

The Tank is in! :)

[hobogato]

great!

sorry, i dont think i am gonna be able to help with this one.

[Big_Pun]

i should be able to make it if all goes well with class, but i have to get home for dinner asap, uncle just got in from Iraq and is only in town for 3 weeks so big dinner tonight

[Pennies2Cents]

Thanks Chris & Ace for chiming in... :)

[Pennies2Cents]

8:00pm- Lift & Load Tank on to truck
8:30pm- Depart for 9270 Encino Village 78250 (our house)
8:45pm- Arrive
8:50pm- Slide tank onto MAAST Cart
8:55pm- Lift & Place Tank on Stand..




We currently have (updated)

Gabe,
CedRod
StangChris
Ross
SecretWeapons22

[txav8r]

I think I'm out Eve but if I can break free I'll let you know.

I can't believe more people from that side of town aren't steping up to help.

Maybe you need to start a new thread.

[Pennies2Cents]

Good Idea! :) Thanks Tex.

[joker78148]

I can help if you still need people?

[roscozman]

Yes, we're still looking for a couple more people. Sending pm joker78148.

[Jordan N.]

I'm in. Where do I need to be? And when?

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey everyone, spoke with Gabe earlier this evening and here is the plan.

Tank is set to arrive at Gabe's on Friday the 12th. He has made the generous offer to bring the tank to our house but will need some help loading it onto CedRod's truck for delivery.

If you are able to help lift this big monster, we ask that you please meet us @ 7:45pm @ Gabe's store.

7:45-Meet up at Gabe's Store: 5418 Glen Ridge San Antonio tx, 78229


8:00pm- Lift & Load Tank on to truck
8:30pm- Depart for 9270 Encino Village 78250 (our house)
8:45pm- Arrive
8:50pm- Slide tank onto MAAST Cart
8:55pm- Lift & Place Tank on Stand..

[Gilbert]

So where are the pics?

[Bill S]

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z157/bstreep/ThisThreadIsWorthless.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

lol....:rofl:

Here are a few....

Special Thanks to Everyone that helped out at the store and here at our house.

Thanks Gabe for our new 240 Brick tank...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0873.jpg

Full view shot of Stand...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0800.jpg

My new baby: :wub::wub:
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0823.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0822.jpg

Getting Ready to load it onto the Cedrics truck. :Timeout:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0826.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0831.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0830.jpg

Unloading at our house:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0843.jpg

Coming Through The Front Door:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0846.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0849.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

And here is where the fun part begins... :)

Before everyone departed and we would be left to do the plumbing. Ross asked one favor. Can we please measure to make sure the bulk heads are going to fit correctly in the corners of the stand...

Well.... They didnt... :( And thank goodness everyone was still around cause the tank had to be taken off the stand not (1)once not (2) twice but (3) three times.... :whew::whew::whew::whew::whew::whew:

TX Mike who was very generous helped in drilling the stand and corrected the space needed to allow for the bulk heads to sit correctly in place. :applause::applause::applause::applause:

Here are a few of those pics...

1st Lift:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0872.jpg

Cedrick checking TX Mike's work.. lol.. Nope still off!

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0862.jpg

2nd Lift..

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0865.jpg

This was definitely exhausting...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0876.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0854.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

3rd Times a Charm!

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0863.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0860.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0856.jpg

And finally the setup partially setup... :heart::thumbs_up:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0878.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

The Sump & Refugium

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0807.jpg

Drains from Refugium

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0805.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0806.jpg

I will have Ross fill everyone in on what we will be using as far as PVC, Tubing, size of sump and refugium etc.. More pics to come soon.. :)

[jlh81]

Nice work on the move that tank look very heavy. Cant wait to see more

[Bill S]

DANG that's one big tank.

[clone]

Mike you are hella sexy in purple. Seriously.

Nice tank guys, filler up!!!!!

[Mr Cob]

Looks awesome! The setup looks killer in the the stand...can't wait to see more there.

Was Mike the only one that got the memo....?

[Europhyllia]

nice! you're spoiled now. what a great setup :)

[Pennies2Cents]

Update: :)

Gonna do a fresh water test tomorrow to make sure there are no leaks from the plumbing, seals, flex tube, pvc.. etc....

If all goes well, which I am hoping (fingers crossed) Live Rock & Live Sand will go in after the test and it will be filled with already mixed salt water.

Pics will be on their way....:)

[txmike]

tank salty yet??

[Pennies2Cents]

oh yes! :) We have the LS & LR going in as I type this.. :) We did a test run yesterday and let the beast run for a couple hours to double check for leaks in the tubing, pvc. etc... All is good! :)

More pics coming soon! Promise...

[FireWater]

Looking great. Sorry I could not help with the move and leave a body part there trying to move that thing. Let me know when ya'll are ready - I am tired of holding those frags for ya.:wink_smile:

[cbianco]

:jaw_on_floor:

Sweet tank dudette!

Christopher

[txmaverickmh]

Way to go you guys!!!! I am so excited for your new setup! Even more so, it is so awesome how so many MAAST folks came out to help you guys, so many helping and hands and oversight to make sure everything is correct!

And, of course, Gabe making the house calls to make sure everything is cool, he is such a top-notch guy, I never feel any guilt spending money at his store!

Good luck with everything, I will be following your thread!

Best,

Michael

[Pennies2Cents]

:) Thanks John! :) I will keep you posted..

Thanks Chris.. :)

[Pennies2Cents]

Here's a teaser! :)

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0896.jpg


http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Sandin240.jpg

[FireWater]

Man that thing is massive. Ask Ross if he wants to borrow my scuba gear to go for a swim.

[Pennies2Cents]

John, thats funny~ lol.... He wanted me to jump in and I said No Way....


Yes Maverick you are very right.. Lots of helping hands everywhere and all willing. That is the sign of a great reef club and most of all friends helping friends. :)

[Pennies2Cents]

Its official. :) Tank is running with LR, LS & water! :) wooo hooo... Finally.... More pics up as we begin to put everything together. Doors, canopy, lights, mp40's, UV, etc....

[pepper]

Awesome! It is looking great! :bigsmile:

[d3rryc]

I would LOVE to have an 8' tank someday. Can't wait for the pics!

[RayAllen]

Nice job Eve and Ross, tank looks great empty cant wait to see progress pics.

[Pennies2Cents]

Here are a few more pics.. The doors are now on and the canopy was put on last night. Thanks Chris! :) The towers are also put in place.

Here is Ross designing his rockwork! (sorry for the blurry pics they were taken with my iphone... :( )

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/207.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/208.jpg



Looking at the top of the canopy and the ballast that are connected to the T-5 Lights.

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0906.jpg

Here is a pic of the inside of the canopy.

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0064-1.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0908.jpg

Side View of the Regugium and small frag tank..

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Fuge1.jpg

View of Right Side refugium, and return pump, sand bed etc..

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Sump1.jpg

Here is the left side where the skimmer will be along side the filter sock area where the drains go down into the lower tank.

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Sump2.jpg

Full Shot Doors Open:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0923.jpg


Full Tank, Stand, Canopy, Tower Shot:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0912.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0910.jpg

Tank Shot Solo:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0930NEF.jpg

[kkiel02]

Will your skimmer fit in the left side? It doesnt look that big in the pics. Setup looks very nice though.

[Pennies2Cents]

Oh yes, the skimmer a ASM 300 I believe. Will definitely fit in that area nothing has changed spacing wise from the previous setup. That tank you see is a 90 gal same as before. If anything we now have a little bit more room. ( a big +) The LRyou see in that pic will be moved to an area in the big tank. It is only there temporarily.

Thanks for the comps... :)

[Big_Pun]

looks great, it's always great to start with a fresh clean slate

[Paul28]

Very nice !!! :)

[pbnj]

Looks great.

I have an ASM G3 on my 75g. It's a great skimmer, but I don't think it could handle a 240g, even with a lighter bioload.

[roscozman]

looks great, it's always great to start with a fresh clean slate
Yessir...


Very nice !!! :)
Thanks Paul. You gotta come by and see it...



Looks great.
I have an ASM G3 on my 75g. It's a great skimmer, but I don't think it could handle a 240g, even with a lighter bioload.

We used it on this set-up previously and it did the job.

[Kristy]

Nice rockwork Ross! What an exciting "blank canvas" so full of potential!

[hobogato]

Nice rockwork Ross!

X2

it looks really interesting :)

[roscozman]

Another thing I wanted to share...

I used Google SketchUp to help with the design of the sump area. I asked many questions and made many adjustments before we actually put the sump/fuge in the stand. SketchUp helped us in the process and made it much easier to plan ahead of time. You can see the design compared to the final product:

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff136/roscozman/SumpFinalLeft-1.jpg

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff136/roscozman/SumpFinalRight-1.jpg

[Mr Cob]

Looks great! It's a BEAST!

[txav8r]

I got to see it in person this past Saturday. It's a Monster!

[HoppyBunny]

Wow, the tank is looking great! The rock looks great, makes me wish I had taken the time to pick out really nice looking pieces when I started my tank. I was so excited to get things going I just piled it in...next time (after I ugrade :wink_smile:) I will get it right. Great work guys, can't wait to see it stocked!

[Pennies2Cents]

Thanks, :) The rock work was done with lots of patience.. lol... We got this idea from the January Meeting down in Corpus and the topic was bio-topes. Hope I spelled it right.

Any how, We had lots and lots of rock to choose from as our previous setup was filled to the rim with all different types of LR so we chose to use all FIGI rock with this one.. :)

Trust me, With the last setup we rushed alot of things that included putting in our fish and coral very early on in the game, we came out with a few bumps and bruises but in the end we learned quite well that it is "always" the best idea to let it run and cycle for a couple of days even weeks to say the least.

The 240 has now been running for 2 weeks and the cycle has begun. We used already established LS & SW from our 75 gal that has been running since we took down our 125. The LS used is small crushed coral (agronite). There is about a 1.5 inch layer of LS in the tank in all areas.

[Pennies2Cents]

I was looking at our 75 temp tank today and noticed the RBTA looking alot nicer than most days.. So I got the camera and I was able to snap a few shots.. All coral and fish in this tank will eventually make their way into the 240 when the time is right. :)

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0973.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0983.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0987.jpg

Actinics only:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0934.jpg

Shrimpy:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_1010.jpg

Some Zoas:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_1005.jpg
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0997.jpg
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_1012.jpg
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0947.jpg
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0940.jpg

[kkiel02]

I love the pruple tip rose bta. I like that google program also. Was it easy to use?

[hobogato]

great pics eve, looking forward to seeing it all in the big tank :)

[pepper]

The tank is looking amazing!!!!:hypnotyized:

[roscozman]

I love the pruple tip rose bta. I like that google program also. Was it easy to use?

Google SketchUp is fairly easy to use. The great part is you don't have to build everything from scratch. Go to the 3D Warehouse and download something you need for free. The bulkheads, unions, light fixture, skimmer and other items I just download and placed in my design. Once you get the hang of how to flip, rotate and scale a particular item, it is pretty easy. They even have tutorial videos. I watch one of these and that is how I learned to make my hose turn and twist the way I needed it to.

Remember this is in 3D, so you can get an accurate picture of how things might fit BEFORE you actually build what you need.

[ismvel]

Google SketchUp is fairly easy to use.
I don't know how to use it, but my son is using it in his Multi media class and he's only in 6th grade. He has come home and tried to show me how to use it, but I didn't get into it. A pretty cool little program though.

[Mr Cob]

I love this shot:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0934.jpg

[roscozman]

I don't know how to use it, but my son is using it in his Multi media class and he's only in 6th grade. He has come home and tried to show me how to use it, but I didn't get into it. A pretty cool little program though.

Try watching some of the tutorial videos. I watched these at the beginning and started with basic shapes. Start small making squares and circles then you figure how to make holes in them and scale them bigger and smaller. The tape tool is great because you can measure ahead of time and make your item the exact size.

I first used the program to design a stand for our 125gal. I took it to my brother-in-law (High School Shop Teacher) and he thought it was great and very accurate. We never built the stand because we sold the tank before I could build it. Just keep playing with it and you'll get the hang...

[Pennies2Cents]

I love this shot:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0934.jpg

Thanks Rob... :)

[Pennies2Cents]

Ok so we finally did it... We ordered 2 of these and should be here by Friday.. :) wooo whoooo....

ECOTECH MARINE VORTECH PROPELLER MP40 PUMP W/ GEN2 WIRELESS WAVE DRIVERS


I cant wait! :)

[ismvel]

Congratulations Eve, and if I haven't mentioned it. Looking good :)

Sorry for briefly hijacking your thread.. :(

[Pennies2Cents]

Congratulations Eve, and if I haven't mentioned it. Looking good :)

Sorry for briefly hijacking your thread.. :(


Thank you.. :bigsmile::bigsmile::bigsmile::wink_smile:

[Pennies2Cents]

Our MP40's came in yesterday.. :) woo hooo.. pics up soon... :) Seio's gone forever.. lol...

[jrsatx20]

Wow it's really coming along. Wish I had a tank.

[Pennies2Cents]

Yes, Ruben it is coming along... :) I am grateful.

Here are the mp40 pics as promised. :)

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/MP40InBox.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/MP40Gen2Wireless1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/MP40Gen2Wireless.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/VortecPumps.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/MP40intank.jpg

[alton]

Looking Great Eve. One thing I love about this hobby is all the neat toys we can get to go along with it.

[Pennies2Cents]

Looking Great Eve. One thing I love about this hobby is all the neat toys we can get to go along with it.


Oh yes, most definitely. :) Lots & Lots of toys! :wink_smile: Thanks for the comps. :wink_smile:

[Europhyllia]

Looking great!

[rocketeer]

I would love some of those!

Jack

[Mr Cob]

Alright Eve and Ross...time to bust out the video skills and show us some waves!

[marissa21]

looks good, man you guy out did your self cant wait to c the next few pics when every thing is in your tank great job

[jrsatx20]

what happened to the pic of the rbta yall got from me. and the last pic of the zoas on the branch rock is that the one i gave yall

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey Ruben,

Still have the RBTA.. :) I believe that is the branch.. :)...

[Pennies2Cents]

Update: Big Bruce & Bella are home... :) We brought them home earlier tonight, they have acclimated well and are now in the 240. :) Getting cleaned by the 2 cleaner shrimp we have...


A special thanks to Jennabee & Carter who were generous enough to fish sit our big babies for the last 5 months. You guys rock! Thanks Again!


Pics coming soon! :)

[Pennies2Cents]

Pics as promised...

Bella:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Bella1.jpg (http://s668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/?action=view&current=Bella1.jpg)

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Bella.jpg (http://s668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/?action=view&current=Bella.jpg)

[hobogato]

love that second pic!

[txmike]

I love B&W photos .Would love to see same photo in color .What kind of fish is Bella?

[Shu]

Wow, this is cool. We need more pics. I wish I was there to help that would of been fun.

[Pennies2Cents]

@ Ace: Thanks Dude!:bigsmile:

@ TxMike: Both Bruce & Bella are Vlamingi Tangs. Bruce is approx 14 inches in length and Bella is about 8-9 inches.. :wub:

@ Shu: I will post up more colors later this afternoon along with a few coral pics and everyone else in the 240. :angel::angel:

Have a good day everyone! :wink_smile:

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0227.jpg (http://s668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/?action=view&current=DSC_0227.jpg)

[Europhyllia]

Wow 14 inches! That's big! lol
Great pics

[txmike]

well i think i now know what kind of tang i want for my tank

[Mr Cob]

Bella rocks! Great pics Eve!

You should have a contest for the POTM titled: "show your foot long tang pics getting cleaned by two cleaner shrimps".... You’ll tear the competition into shreds!!!

[Pennies2Cents]

Bruce: Getting Cleaned :)

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/Bruce1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/Bruce2.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/Bruce3.jpg

[txav8r]

LOL! I jumped back when I saw the first pic. I thought that thing was coming thru the screen to get me!

[Pennies2Cents]

LOL! I jumped back when I saw the first pic. I thought that thing was coming thru the screen to get me!


Lol... Your funny Jack! :) Its true it does seem that way! :wink_smile: He's a good fish.. I really missed them both... :heart:


More coral & zoa pics up in a few... :shades:

[Pennies2Cents]

Juvenile Naso:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/Naso-1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/Naso2.jpg


Cleaner Shrimp:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/CleanerShrimp.jpg

Group Pic:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/Fishinframe1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/YellowTangs.jpg

[Shu]

Hey what about a full tank shot with everything in it

[Pennies2Cents]

Zoa Pics

BamBams
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/BamBamsBabies.jpg

Pink Barbie Dolls:
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/PinkBarbies.jpg

Unknown Zoa:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0055.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/zoa1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0949.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0940.jpg

Frag Rack with Zoas:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/GroupZoaFrags.jpg

Top Down Zoas on Frag Rack

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/GroupZoaFragTopDown.jpg

Yellow Gorgonian:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/YellowGorgo.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/YellowGorgo1.jpg

Green Stars on a Shell:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/GreenStarsonShell.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey what about a full tank shot with everything in it


Only fish are in the big tank at the moment.. No corals just yet... :wink_smile: Soon though! :)

[ErikH]

Great tank you two! I would say that I have frags for you, but it looks like I should be asking you guys! If the occasion arises where you need a place to keep a fish, or rock, for emergency purposes, I have that open top 100g fuge next to my 75. I think I am just nervous for you all after the last debacle!

With that fish list and that sized tank, I'd bet it's just a marvel to look at! Invite me over some time, I'll bring the DSLR and we can video it! :D

[Pennies2Cents]

Great tank you two! I would say that I have frags for you, but it looks like I should be asking you guys! If the occasion arises where you need a place to keep a fish, or rock, for emergency purposes, I have that open top 100g fuge next to my 75. I think I am just nervous for you all after the last debacle!

With that fish list and that sized tank, I'd bet it's just a marvel to look at! Invite me over some time, I'll bring the DSLR and we can video it! :D


Sounds good Erik... That would be awesome! :) Thanks for offering.. :)

ps.. I have no problem making a frag from a healthy coral for diff coral that is also in good health... :)

[OUCH!]

love your tangs and great pics of your frags cant wait to see your tank all set up

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey Ouch! :) Your more than welcome to come by anytime.. :)

[Pennies2Cents]

We took a drive with Sinner & his wife (Celeste) this past Sunday to GCReef and to pick up a fairly large green carpet anemone from Tx State Aquarium. :) Thanks Logan & wifey! :)

We haven't been to GCReef in a while and Sinner hadn't been so we said lets go!

So we went.. Here are a few things we picked up while we were there.. Thanks guys... :)


Maxima Clam: a really cool gold and black color morph of a Tridacna maxima clam... aka maxima clam.

Pic looks blue due to our lighting. :(

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/MaximaClam.jpg


Austrailian Doughnut: Acanthophyllia deshayesiana
Other common names for this coral are: Doughnut Coral, Cat's Eye, Tooth, Button, Cynarina coral or Teary Eye coral




http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0374.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

Green Carpet from TX ST. Aquarium: Thanks Again Logan! :)

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0389.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0372.jpg

[Mr Cob]

Some nice livestock Eve!

You're going to have to get a bigger tank soon :wink_smile:

Love your fish list, they look great too. I see they're acclimating nicely to their new home.

So, when is Ross getting a new tank???

[roscozman]

I don't know how this turned into "Eve's Tank". :confused:

I did all the manual labor... LOL:eek:

[Mr Cob]

^LOL! I was thinking the same thing when I saw her "tag" on the photos!

Dude... "Happy Wife, Happy life".

Guess you have a pretty happy life!

Great tank Eve!!!

[Pennies2Cents]

ha ha ha! Ross, take the pics and it could be your tank too!

Thanks for the comps. Rob! lol

[roscozman]

Dude... "Happy Wife, Happy life".


Rob, there has never been a more accurate quote for life than this one.

:bareteeth::bareteeth::bareteeth::bareteeth:

[Bill S]

So, when is Ross getting a new tank???

Yeah, I think it's about time Ross got some pants of his own. I take payments... LOL

[apedroza]

Excellent set up guys!!! Eve your become quite handy with that camera!! Hows it working out for ya?? Are you still using the lenses? I'm really jonesing to get my hands wet again, but our house just isn't tank ready yet!!!

[ErikH]

Lol Bill, too funny.

[roscozman]

Yeah, I think it's about time Ross got some pants of his own. I take payments... LOL

You see... Eve is like the President of the United States (or Mrs. Vice President), she is just the pretty face who represents a greater faction. I actually am the brains and brute behind the whole operation. The real decision makers are never in the public eye...

[Big_Pun]

You see... Eve is like the President of the United States (or Mrs. Vice President), she is just the pretty face who represents a greater faction. I actually am the brains and brute behind the whole operation. The real decision makers are never in the public eye...


:shades: preach on Ross lol

[Bill S]

You see... Eve is like the President of the United States (or Mrs. Vice President), she is just the pretty face who represents a greater faction. I actually am the brains and brute behind the whole operation. The real decision makers are never in the public eye...

And you are saying this because she's preoccupied and might not see your post!

[Pennies2Cents]

EXACTLY Bill! As you can see he is so supportive.........

[Shu]

Can you post a full tank shot? would love to see that/.

[Mr Cob]

Can you post a full tank shot? would love to see that/.

:thumbs_up:

[Pennies2Cents]

Yea...I will do that.. :)

[Pennies2Cents]

As requested: :)

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/FullTankShot-1.jpg


There are only a few corals at the moment... We are still making the slow transition of the remaining coral still in the 75 gal..

[justahobby]

My attention span usually doesn't allow me to follow along on build threads but not this one! Everything is turning out nicely. Good job guys. How did you get a carpet from the aquarium?

Edit: Whoa great FTS. Crazy how the yellow tangs look so small when they would be huge in my tank lol

[jrsatx20]

You see... Eve is like the President of the United States (or Mrs. Vice President), she is just the pretty face who represents a greater faction. I actually am the brains and brute behind the whole operation. The real decision makers are never in the public eye...


no ross you are president all men are. but like the real president we cant do any think without congress (wives).

[hobogato]

that is really looking nice

[roscozman]

. How did you get a carpet from the aquarium?


Logan (Squiers007) put it up on here a couple of weeks ago in the For Sale/For Trade section. I just got lucky and was the first to see it. He had only one condition - to pick it up in Corpus Christi. So... Eve and I, along with Sinner and his wife, took a drive and went this past Sunday.

We had a green carpet before, but had to make a tough choice when the center brace fell on our old tank. We could keep the carpet (14-16 inches) and not much anything else in a 75gal, or sell and keep a variety of coral from our previous 240. We chose to sell.

We are just very appreciative to have one again and hope to do Logan proud and keep this one healthy for a long time.

[roscozman]

no ross you are president all men are. but like the real president we cant do any think without congress (wives).

That's right Ruben...


Ask not what your Tank can do for you, ask what you can do for your Tank!!!

[Shu]

man I wish the coraline on my rocks looked like that. Mine just grows on my glass and sump.

[Pennies2Cents]

Update:

Well, we have slowly been putting out corals in the 240.. We put what was left of our zoas (not much) in the tank and sold off the 75 gal & light fixture and replaced it with a 14 gal bio-cube w/ stand as a QT and softie tank. Be on the look out for the Bio-Cube thread.. In the mean time.. here are a some pics of the corals and fish we have purchased in the last 2 months.. :)

Enjoy!

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/MultiColorzoarock.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/HotPinkChalice1.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/HotPinkChalice.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/BlennyMandarin.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/BlueZoas.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Brain.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Brain2.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Blasto2.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/MySunflowers.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/zoaColony.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/Yuma.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/SupermanMushroom.jpg

Bill's Recovering Plate: :)
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/GreenPlate.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

A special note: Thank you to all who were generous in offering a frag of your zoa's during the loss of all of our entire collection. It was/is greatly appreciated.. We are slowly making our way back, as many of you know, everything takes time in this hobby! :)


For all those who missed my thread about loosing my zoa collection to Nudi Branches and to much time spent in freshwater this is what we lost! :( Plus whatever we had growing on the LR rubble pieces and such.. Lesson Learned!



Top Down Zoas on Frag Rack

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/GroupZoaFragTopDown.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

ttt

[Mr Cob]

Looking good Eve and Ross. I especially like the large zoa colonies growing together.

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey Everyone,

Just thought I bring this thread and my tank up to par! :) We have purchased a few things since our last post and just wanted to show you how the tank is progressing coral wise.. :) ps. sorry for the semi-blurry pics...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0044.jpg



http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0045-1.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0042-2.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0050.jpg







http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0060.jpg



http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0059.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0049-1.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0034.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0056-1.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0053.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0052.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

Male or Female?

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0006-1.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0013.jpg

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0011.jpg

Bill's Plate.. :)

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0016.jpg

Recovering Purple Death Paly's

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0034-1.jpg

Unknown Zoas... They grow super fast.. :)

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_00471.jpg
Bam Bam's

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_0049-2.jpg

Recovering Brain..

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv47/Maast-Photos/DSC_00591.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

FYI: These pics really annoy me but, Its the best I could do with what I got at the moment... Camera phone.. Will update with better pics.. when I get our D40 cleaned and ready to go...
Thanks.

[kkiel02]

Mandarin is a male. Those are awesome pics for a camera phone. I tried with the d5000 and couldnt get a good picture. Looks good so far!

Edit-Fixed it

[Mr Cob]

That last shot looks like it was taken in the deep ocean...very cool shot.

I see you and Ross have really gotten into LPS, especially brains. Nice looking corals. Bill's plate really came back! That's awesome.

[Bill S]

That plate is awesome. I mean, if I hadn't almost killed it, it would be so plain. Now it's really weird.

[StevenSeas]

The unknown zoas i believe are called la lakers, not too sure though

[StevenSeas]

Great looking corals to btw:) love the varity of colors

[txmaverickmh]

Those are LA Lakers, I purchased some as well, I have been very happy with them too!

[Kristy]

Hmmm... I keep looking at those mandarin pictures and think I have to disagree with Kevin. Looks like a juvenile male to me whose flag is just not fully mature. Our female's top fin was always rounded even after three years in our tank, no spike at all (unlike the target mandarin females who have a little bit of a mini-spike, making them much harder to distinguish their gender). Anyone else have a thought on this? How about Corydude, I know he has had a female blue mandarin for a couple of years (POTM!) What does her top fin look like in comparison with this one?

[Big_Pun]

I agree looks like a juv male, how long have you had it

[Europhyllia]

Mandarin is a female. Those are awesome pics for a camera phone. I tried with the d5000 and couldnt get a good picture. Looks good so far!
really? it looks like it has a really extended spike. I have talked to Wittenrich (the first one to successfully breed mandarins in large numbers) about the male female thing and his take was that while pointy (instead of rounded) dorsal fins are possible in females in all the pairings he has witnessed he's never seen a female with an extended spike. Pointy yes; extended no. Based on that I would say it looks like a male to me.

[kkiel02]

My bad for some reason I was thinking the female had the elongated fin. Y'all are right though. Illbedit my post later to not confuse others.

[Pennies2Cents]

Hi Everyone,

Its been a couple of weeks since I last posted in this thread and so I took some pics of our corals and such.. Enjoy. :)

Unknown SPS:

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/SPS1.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/naso1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0008.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0083-1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0082-1.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0047.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0045.jpg

[Pennies2Cents]

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0032-3.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0009.jpg

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/DSC_0070-1.jpg

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[Pennies2Cents]

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[Bill S]

Lookin' GOOD guys!

[Third Coast Tropical]

Are the bright orange zoas bam bams?

[Pennies2Cents]

Are the bright orange zoas bam bams?

Yes, :)

[kkiel02]

I like it. Every thing is growing good I suppose?

[roscozman]

Corals are growing well. Look at just two months of growth (June 11th to Aug 11th) on our Bam Bams. Starting at 5 polyps to over 15+ polyps.



Bam Bam's - Post June 11th
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Bam Bam's - Post August 11th
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[Pennies2Cents]

A few more Zoa pics. :)

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[Pennies2Cents]

Hey everyone, took some more pix this evening.. Tank is holding up... We have had endless bangaii babies, as well as countless hatches of black & white false percs... everyone is doing well and growing just like we like. I will post pics here in a few...

[Pennies2Cents]

These pics were taken with an underwater camera. The fish were curious to know what the shiny thing was in the tank other than my hand.. See below...

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Bruce being a big ham... checking out the camera
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One of the 6 young adult Bangaii Cardinals- This one was from the first batch we had...
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[Europhyllia]

Looks great! :)
Bruce seems to be a popular name for fish. What kind of fish is he?

[Mr Cob]

cool Eve, what kind of underwater camera?

[Pennies2Cents]

Thanks Rob, :)

just an Olympus Stylus...770W.. 7.1 megapixel. nothing big since I have the Nikon D40.. :) It takes pretty decent pictures when I have it on the right setting...

[Europhyllia]

More pics of the baby cardinals please :D

[Pennies2Cents]

Will do.. :) When the sump lights turn on here in a few minutes I will try to get more.

[hobogato]

good ones, the bubble tip pic is stunning!

[Scream311]

Great Job Guys ! Awesome Colors

[jmendoza250g]

Hello do you have any of the black and white clowns for sale i have been trying to get some tank bred thanks

[Pennies2Cents]

Hello do you have any of the black and white clowns for sale i have been trying to get some tank bred thanks

no sorry we dont breed the clowns... too difficult.. They lay the eggs then get eaten up by the other fish when they hatch..

[Pennies2Cents]

and while we are on this thread, :-) Here is a small little bump for Full Tank Shots coming later tonight... oh and some of our newest zoa additions.. Its been a while since we gave anyupdates.. Also, the baby cardinals are no longer baby cardinals.. :) We have a total of 5... Pics of them too..

[roun]

Look's alsome, can't wait for the update love the zoas'

[Scream311]

Anticipating a Great FTS from you guys

[ShAgMaN]

Eve, is the unknown SPS on post #184 blue w/orange polyps. Man it looks NICE! Any chance you would be interested in a red planet frag for trade?

[Pennies2Cents]

Eve, is the unknown SPS on post #184 blue w/orange polyps. Man it looks NICE! Any chance you would be interested in a red planet frag for trade?

Hi Terry.

Yes, it is.. :-) blue with orange polyps... Very nice indeed.. I really would llike to know what it is.. I guess i can submit it to Coral ID for an answer huh... lol..

Let me talk with Ross about fragging it.. We are going to through some issues with our tank and for some odd reason only a select few sps survive. this one being one of them.. even after being in our tank for almost a year now.. I will Keep you posted :-)

[ShAgMaN]

Even better it's so hardy, my red planet is the same. I have other coral I can frag as well. Even if you would rather sell a frag, I would like one if possible.

Thanks Eve.

[hobogato]

cool, i cant wait to see how much the cardinals have grown. any new batches?

[Pennies2Cents]

cool, i cant wait to see how much the cardinals have grown. any new batches?

no new batches Ace, the male has gained some weight though... He was looking kinda thin the last batch he had.. Ross & I were just talking about it & wondering why a few days ago....and havent found the solution.. It seems we catch her wanting to spawn with him, but he is just not having it...

[Pennies2Cents]

A couple videos inside the tank.. Sorry a little shaky... Actual pics up soon.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6tytKDwzIs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJgCZ8XTQg

Be sure to mute the volume on the video...

[Pennies2Cents]

Okay.... here we go....
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[Pennies2Cents]

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Our Baby Bangaii's now Adults..

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[Pennies2Cents]

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[Pennies2Cents]

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[BSJF]

Very nice pics! Your tank is doing great!

[cbianco]

Great looking tank Eve!

How big are these guys? A foot? They look huge.

Christopher :)

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/TS-Bruce.jpg

[CoryDude]

Cool! I like the B&W anemone pic and the one with the fish and his reflection!

[Scream311]

Love Your Big Tangs and thunbs up on the Pic of the Blue Flared Up for a Nice Shot

[Mr Cob]

Great looking tank Ross and Eve!

http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz118/Pennies2Cents/3-1.jpg

[hobogato]

awesome pics as always eve - everything is really looking great in the tank!

[Gseclipse02]

tank looks great eve

[jlh81]

Tried to watch the video but it says its private. : (

[Pennies2Cents]

A couple videos inside the tank.. Sorry a little shaky... Actual pics up soon.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6tytKDwzIs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzJgCZ8XTQg

Be sure to mute the volume on the video...


Video's fixed they are now public... :-)

[Mr Cob]

2nd vid is "private".

[Gseclipse02]

what are these called some one brought some in but i didnt jump on them ??




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[Pennies2Cents]

I cant remember off the top of my head..lol... I will let you know.. They sure are a nice piece to add to the tank..

[BSJF]

aren't those fairy dust?

[Pennies2Cents]

aren't those fairy dust?

i believe so.. Thanks Lorraine.. :)

[Pennies2Cents]

A few pix... :) Thank You to the TOTM Committee & Members for the TOTM Award for May. Woo Hoo..


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[Pennies2Cents]

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[Pennies2Cents]

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[Pennies2Cents]

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[Pennies2Cents]

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[hobogato]

grea pics eve!

[Scream311]

Great Job Pics are Wonderful !

[Pennies2Cents]

April TOTM Winner. This was awesome. :) Click on link to take you to the thread.

http://www.maast.org/showthread.php?66105-TOTM-April-2011-Pennies2Cents-More-Pix-Pg-4..

Thanks again everyone.

TOTM Committee you guys/gals rock!

[Pennies2Cents]

Awww.. :) Just looking back. I think its time for some more pics.. :) We even have a 40 gal salana setup along side this monster!

[Scream311]

DO IT DO IT DO IT !

IM WAITING .....

[Pennies2Cents]

Hey Everyone,

Hope all are doing well and your tanks are looking awesome. :) While going through a dry spell with our 240, its seems the sparks are flying once again. Im in love with our tank. All fish are still fat as can be. Bruce, Bella and the gang are all still with us except for one lil feller. :( The Naso Tang decided to jump!

We recently decided to do some changes to the tank, and it was definitly well worth it. The T-5's are no longer T-5's.. We now have a Metal Halide Fixture, and I love it! Ross did an excellent job in setting this one up. Good Job Babe! You Rock! Pics up soon....

[hobogato]

great to have you back, now hurry up and get to those pics! :D

[Scream311]

AGREED :thumbs_up:

[Pennies2Cents]

I think its time for a FTS.. :wink_smile:this tank has really matured over the last two years as well as the fish :-)

[hobogato]

well how can you make a post like that without actually having a picture? :p

[Scutterborn]

well how can you make a post like that without actually having a picture? :P

AGREED!!!


-Ben-

[Tristan23]

What happened with the pictures!?!

[Mr Cob]

yo Eve... I clicked on this thread looking for pics on pg 24/25

[Mr Cob]

Awww.. :) Just looking back. I think its time for some more pics.. :) We even have a 40 gal salana setup along side this monster!


Hey Everyone,

Hope all are doing well and your tanks are looking awesome. :) While going through a dry spell with our 240, its seems the sparks are flying once again. Im in love with our tank. All fish are still fat as can be. Bruce, Bella and the gang are all still with us except for one lil feller. :( The Naso Tang decided to jump!

We recently decided to do some changes to the tank, and it was definitly well worth it. The T-5's are no longer T-5's.. We now have a Metal Halide Fixture, and I love it! Ross did an excellent job in setting this one up. Good Job Babe! You Rock! Pics up soon....


I think its time for a FTS.. :wink_smile:this tank has really matured over the last two years as well as the fish :-)

HAHAHAHA...you been pulling our chain since October 2011, then June 2012 and then Jan 2013, promising us pics. Over 2 years and still no pics! lol

Now that's funny right there...joke is on us I guess. lol