DIY SUMP, Help

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by NanoMano, Dec 30, 2011.

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  1. NanoMano

    NanoMano Gigas Clam

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    Hi guys, I'm moving my nano into a 40 gallon cube soon, and I have everything except the skimmer and sump ATM. the skimmer is no problem to find, its the sump thats driving me nuts! I cant find one that fits my dimensions anywhere here (Alberta, Canada) And a custom sump is looking to cost anywhere from, $150-$300!!! $300 is with the refugium and rock chamber I want. So aside from doing two 10 gallon tanks one as a sump, and one as a refugium, has anyone tried the Rubbermaid/Sterilite bins? and have you had any success or any phosphate problems? Its just that after buying my AI SOL I'm a little tapped this time of year!! Any suggestions about the tubs?
     
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  2. NanoMano

    NanoMano Gigas Clam

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    bump!
     
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    NanoMano Gigas Clam

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    Anyone? lol
     
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  4. Todd_Sails

    Todd_Sails Giant Squid

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    Just build your own - no glue, etc .
    I found a perfect, thick plastic rubbermaid that fit under my stand.
    Use smaller ones inside for the partitions etc.

    Mine is DIY all the wAy and works great!

    E
     
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    Todd_Sails Giant Squid

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    BTW total cost under $25!
     
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    Anldyxp Skunk Shrimp

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    +1! I've seen many people use the rubbermaid containers. You can also look for jbj tanks. The LFS near me has lots of them in odd dimensions including cubes.
     
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  7. NanoMano

    NanoMano Gigas Clam

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    Thanks guys! I was worried about phosphates leaching out, I had heard it was a problem
     
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