Upgrade Halide/Canopy Build

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  1. Siddique

    Siddique Dragon Wrasse

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    Lookin good Robman.
    That's gonna be some intense lighting;)
     
    Siddique, Mar 21, 2010
    Siddique, Mar 21, 2010
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  2. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    Lighting install

    More progress today. I installed the sockets and reflectors. Also installed the 2 T-5 reflectors and bulb mounting brackets...This is the time I wish my tank was 24 deep. I cannot find a way to re-use my moonlights. I really like them, but just cant find a good mounting spot, where it wont block some light. Here are some pics.

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    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
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  3. 4phish

    4phish Montipora Digitata

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    Looks great and man that's going to be bright. You might want to invest in a welders mask, IMO!
     
    4phish, Mar 22, 2010
    4phish, Mar 22, 2010
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  4. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    Top Trim

    I also purchased my top trim moulding. Sanded, stained, and put a couple of coats of urethane on them. Tomorrow I will start to wire this thing up. I was going to use my old canopy fans, but they are nasty, so I will get some new ones at lunch tomorrow.

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    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
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  5. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    I am getting pretty excited....getting close!!! I have saved and waited a long time for this upgrade.:)
     
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
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  6. CrazyA

    CrazyA Feather Duster

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    looks awesome. Again, craftsmanship is amazing on this build
     
    CrazyA, Mar 22, 2010
    CrazyA, Mar 22, 2010
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  7. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    Thanks, it means alot. It takes alot of time to upload and post, so it is rewarding when people respond!!! K+
     
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
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  8. CrazyA

    CrazyA Feather Duster

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    is that painted white on the inside or some sort of an inlay?
     
    CrazyA, Mar 22, 2010
    CrazyA, Mar 22, 2010
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  9. Robman

    Robman Great White Shark

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    It is Kilz white primer.
     
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
    Robman, Mar 22, 2010
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  10. CrazyA

    CrazyA Feather Duster

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    Ok thanks, I was planning to line the inside of mine with a white coating too, just been busy with work and 5 year old and pregnant wife and......well you understand :)

    Lookin good, i'm still following along to see how it looks on the tank.
     
    CrazyA, Mar 22, 2010
    CrazyA, Mar 22, 2010
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