New Tank Thread

OK, I think I see now. So I can install this default bulkhead,


And connect it via a flex vinyl tubing with clamp on each end.

Or get a new bulkhead that supports stiff pvc.

Correct?

So what is wrong with the flex tubing ?

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i'd get a new bulkhead that can connect straight to pvc, water will have less restrictions with a straight to pvc bulkhead from your overflow

 

I was afraid someone would say that..
So lets say I do find the right bulkhead, something like this one threaded-
Standard Threaded Bulkhead Fitting - 1 inch, Standard > Bulkheads > Plumbing Parts > Saltwater Aquarium Supplies

or slip
Double Slip Bulkhead Fitting - 1 inch, Double Slip > Bulkheads > Plumbing Parts > Saltwater Aquarium Supplies

Eitherway I will have the same problem. What do you use to connect one to the other ? The removable union thinggy does directly attach to this bulkhead. You want to be able to remove the hose for maintenance correct ?

 

Auto Top Off

OK, How will this work as a auto top off?
Use this device -
https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=13959&prodid=27274&catid=3

With a 5 gallon tank next to the sump. I will fill the 5 gallon with RO/DI weekly or as needed

 

Sump Baffles

Dry fit with baffles. Almost to drawing. I forgot the internal pipes pushes over the skimmer.




I wont seal pipes or baffles until the order comes in, hopefully soon.


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You'll want the slip bulkheads, I use this for my auto top off http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_ViewItem~category~Tunze_Osmolator_Universal_3155_Saltwater_Aquarium_Supplies_Dosing_Pumps_Top_Off_Electric_Powered_Plug_in_Units~vendor~Tunze~SearchStr~osmolator+3155~action~view~idProduct~TZ4111~idCategory~FIDPETPU.html its expensive but i thought it was well worth it compared to the jbj one.

 

OK great, I will look for those today.
I am moving the tank today so I have an option of using the ATO directly from the RO source.


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Not much progress but picked up a few of the toys today.
Got the 2 Koralia 3 pumps and the Redsea wave maker pro. Also got the black background in today and ordered the light.

Some more of the plumbing came in. I will likley work on this tomorrow.

Just waiting for the big order to come in.

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The Plan Review

OK, I know I am at least a week away from swapping tanks , but I wanted to have my plan get the once over.

The goal :
The goal is to get the inhabitants from my 12 month old 46 gallon, into the new 110 gallon.

The Plan:
The plan will be to fill up the new tank, fill it with tap water and let everything run for a few days to test for speed of flow, leaks and all pump functionality.
Once everything is fully tested, I will drain and prepare for the refill.

I will be getting new substrate because I am done looking at the salt and pepper sand that I have now. Haven’t decided what kind yet though, something white or pink, very fine grain. I will “Seed “ the tank with a few cups of my current sand, I will just hide it at the bottom.

At this point I will fill about 20 gallons from the existing tank. And refill the 46 gallon tank. I will layout my new base rock and get a look at the design. I will also be taking the live rock that is in the current tank out to make sure I get all the right pieces in the design. Once I am happy with the design, and using putty to glue the rocks as needed, I will fill the rest of the tank with the RO water. If my new Typhoon III is not up and running yet, I will likely buy 120 gallons of RO/DI at the local store. Now I will add salt and test until my SG is where I want it. I can’t really do 5 gallon pre mixed barrels in this tank. Too many too high, so I figure adding salt to the water will have to do.

I will let the water settle and flow around for a bit at this point while I install heaters, pumps, wave maker, ect. Test water parameters and wait until it’s ready.

FFWD two days, test water params and look to add inhabitants.


Well that’s all I have right now.

Summary –
I transferred 20 gallons of used water, 50 lbs of used LR, 3 cups of substrate from a 46 gallon into a 110.


What do you think ?
Would you do anything different ?
Should I transfer fish over slowly or all at once ?
I will likely cycle again but will it be small enough?



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Plumbing

Me again..
I installed the plumbing kit, background and did a DIY screen cover for the overflow.

MF Plumbing Kit - My First Ever..


Sweet. This was a gutter gaurd, cost 1.50. Even has a channel lock in the back. Fit like a glove..


Well, almost, slight mod to fit the return pipe. Probably should have cut the return pipe by 1/4" but this works too. Even added a few drops of silicon to the Y return tube to keep it quiet.


That should be it until the big order comes on Monday...


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