Zach's 110 gallon

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  1. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    Haha that's great!! You're going to get so much enjoyment out of this tank. :)
     
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  2. Powerman

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    Can't wait to see it running.
     
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  3. ZachB

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    Latest addition - Geo 6x12 Calcium Reactor!

    ReefBrite LED's will be here next week. Those things blow through quickly, seems like the manufacturer has issues keeping up. Shipment to Premium Aquatics will be in Friday, sending out same day, should be here early next week. I will do a review when I get them up and running!
     
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  4. mozymo

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    Excellent build thread!
    I am in the middle of setting up my first reef tank as well and your posts have been very helpful.

    I like the idea of putting insulation under the tank to keep it level.
    What type did you use? I was going to put some neoprene over it as well for added waterproofing.
     
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  5. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    Thanks!

    I got half inch insulation from Lowes. Can't remember the brand, it was blue, like $14 for a large sheet and they cut it to size for me. It was mainly to remove pressure points from the bottom brace which supports the tank, which in turn relieves pressure points on the glass. It does help level the tank to a small extent but that is not the main purpose.
     
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  6. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    Water! Filled it halfway tonight and stuck a Tunze in there for circulation. Tomorrow the rocks go in and I start the aquascape!
     
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  7. RedGambit

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    lol I can imagin firing up those lights... My one 150w MH HQI is like insanely bright!
     
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  8. kcbrad

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    Wooohooo!!!! I can't wait! ;D
     
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  9. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    The color is absolutely awesome, these reflectors are so sweet and the Phoenix bulbs are great. Insanely bright is right!
     
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  10. bje

    bje Long-fin Bannerfish

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    this has persuaded me to go MH with my 75gal. 2 of those reflectors and 14k phoenix bulbs on the way as soon as the IRS pays me
     
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