Video of new sump/fuge/retun combo

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by lillys Grandad, Oct 4, 2008.

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  1. lillys Grandad

    lillys Grandad Horrid Stonefish

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    Greetings...
    Well here is a video.. It works better than pictures in this case..;D
    Going into week #6 on my 55 gallon cycle...Finally got the fuge dialed in...I wish I had used the faucet type valves that otty used, instead of the gate valves...it is a real pain getting these gate valves adjusted just right...I'm still watching it closely:-/
    The Linoleum install I mention was due to me starting to fill a 5 gallon jug with RO/DI, which takes about 15 min..then I just jumped in the truck and went to the fish store to get my Auqa lifter...gone about an hour...So about 45 min of water to the carpet:angry: :p don't ask. :-[
    So I tore it out and put in some lino...better for around the tank anyhow!!
    So heres the video...Frustrating and difficult from planning to power up...but worth it...I really had fun in between the swear words::)
    Could not have done it without your help..
    video is a little choppy in the audio...so sorry'bout that.
    Enjoy...
    LG

    YouTube - sump fuge setup
     
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  2. morau89

    morau89 Fire Shrimp

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    nice job.
     
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  3. ssgheislerswife

    ssgheislerswife Ritteri Anemone

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    Very Nice! I bet Lilly never could have guessed that her wanting a Nemo would lead to this...

    Gin
     
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  4. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Looking good lg. Just don't forget to "blackout" the o-flow.....;) And keep an eye on the hose that is subject to light. It'll also collect algae and clog.
     
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  5. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    Cool video LG(living good);D Luna
     
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  6. tooconceited

    tooconceited Spaghetti Worm

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    Looks good. Why do you need a valve on the line going to the sump from the overflow? Won't this just regulate itself based on the return pump output? I'm planning on setting up a sump soon too.

    BTW since you're a Raiders fan I'm sure you have lots of patience and a high tolerance for dissapointment. cycling a tank is nothing compared to waiting for Al Davis to die
     
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  7. lillys Grandad

    lillys Grandad Horrid Stonefish

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    That was uncalled for !! : ) LOL But so dam true...Thanx ....:p
    LG
     
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  8. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I was waiting for that......
     
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