DIY Sump/Refugium

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  1. Marty

    Marty Stylophora

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    I went and found a 30 gallon tank (used) today. This is the beginning of my sump/refugium. Here are some photo's of the first step: bleach cleaning... The rocks are going bye-bye, don't worry. ;)

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    Not too exciting, but it's a start. :) I'll post more pics in this thread if I can steal some time of the next few days. I'll probably have to build a swing-set this weekend so might not get a good start. lol
     
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  2. geekdafied

    geekdafied 3reef Sponsor

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    good luck!
     
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  3. Airborneguy

    Airborneguy Flamingo Tongue

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    Definately keep us updated! I'm going to try to build one myself soon here.
     
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  4. jcdillin

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    very nice!
     
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  5. Otty

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    I like the tape measure holding the water filling device.......good engineering. ;)

    Keep us posted on how it goes.
     
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  6. Marty

    Marty Stylophora

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    Thanks guys. Can't wait to get it installed. Woot! Now that I have a tank with dimensions I'll be putting my final design sketch online tonight for input.

    I'll try to document the process as best I can.
     
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  7. italymanru

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    good luck
     
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    good luck
     
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