New 46 gallon Bow Front build: updated 5/23/10

cool...thanks! I should be okay i think just as long as I don't point them down too much and create a sand storm. ;D

 

Wahooo...water is finally in the tank! Made 2 trips to my LFS today and got me some RODI saltwater. Water is still cloudy and my back is killing me...

All base rock from BRS-50lbs. Going to cycle with a shrimp.
Enjoy

 

Ok...I dropped 1 fresh shrimp in the tank to start the cycle yesterday. I only have dry fiji rock in the tank.

1. How long do I leave the shrimp in the tank?

2. Is it highly recommended to add pieces of LR to seed?

I'm trying to avoid adding any LR that way I start with a clean slate. But if you all recommend it, then I will try to pick out a few good pieces from my LFS.

Thanks in advance...cheers!

 

Updated: Pics

When water first went in back in January 2010.


Today 05/23/10



Added a sump. This is a pic of my sump and cabinet. Just a like a few other with 46gl tanks the stand sold with it...does not have enough room for a sump. So I built a chest w/ hinged lid. It sits on the side of the DT. Painted inside with water resistant paint and sealed the joints with silicone in case of a leak ;D

 

Nice the tanks looking really good. Any fish yet? I didn't see any in the pictures