Brandon and Cecily's 93g Cube

Tangency said:
Hi. I am not sure if you have made up your mind yet but I will offer some advice too. You can also use your controller to top off multiple ways. Another option is to use the main unit as a timer for ATO. Depending on evaporation rates and your ATO pump speed you could figure out how many seconds/minutes you would need the pump to operate to compensate for evaporation rates each day. With a little testing/adjusting over the course of a week I have found it to be just as accurate as a float switch. Using the controller this way would save you the cost of a JBJ ATO unit, a heater controller, and a float switch. You can also setup a "if/else statement" for the heater. Meaning, if the temperature reaches X it will turn off a power outlet to make sure the temperature is stable. Controllers help keep your basic water parameters (lighting, temp, salinity) much more stable and offer both redundancy and fail safe. IMO a worthwhile investment.
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Thank you Jeff. Ultimately I would definitely like to have a controller its just a financial issue that is why i will be looking for a deal on a used one until the last minute and if i havent found one ill end up getting a heater controller and seperate ato. I just feel that in my budget $300 could be better allocated to different equipment.

catalano said:
sweet brandon I like the new tank alot. I just started cycling your 75 that you sold me about a month ago :). as for skimmers I bought the 302 and im loving it. for the price of getting a new skimmer with a new pump is kind of a steal but ive never owed high end skimmer to really compare. I also like the taller stand a lot thats the only reason I dont like the 75 lol.
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Thanks theres still alot to do gonna drill it this weekend then i have to clean the tank and sump real good get a new baffle cut and siliconed move the small tanks to other parts of the house then set the new tank in its permanent spot get the plumbing done then go on an equipment shopping spree! lol. yeah we didnt like that about the 75 the stand is short and the tank itself is short too. dont you have a 120 in the works? so you have the SCA302? how is she doing? im going to have probably 115g total water volume minus rock and such do you think the skimmer is capable of handling that size tank? I would love to save over $150 and go with that skimmer versus a swc or bubble magus.
 
Thanks theres still alot to do gonna drill it this weekend then i have to clean the tank and sump real good get a new baffle cut and siliconed move the small tanks to other parts of the house then set the new tank in its permanent spot get the plumbing done then go on an equipment shopping spree! lol. yeah we didnt like that about the 75 the stand is short and the tank itself is short too. dont you have a 120 in the works? so you have the SCA302? how is she doing? im going to have probably 115g total water volume minus rock and such do you think the skimmer is capable of handling that size tank? I would love to save over $150 and go with that skimmer versus a swc or bubble magus.[/QUOTE]

I for sure think the sca302 would handle it, at least for a year until your really stocked up then sell it for around a 100. I was planning on using the 75 to help me move but I ended up building a condo out in one of my dads buildings so I was able to set it up once I was done with the drywall. Im hoping to have another in wall tank once I move in but who knows I have a new idea and plans every week lol
 
I still feel bad we didn't talk more and I could have lent you my drill and stabilizer. If you ever get over to the Orland/Frankfort area, I can bring it to you for sure.
 
catalano said:
I for sure think the sca302 would handle it, at least for a year until your really stocked up then sell it for around a 100. I was planning on using the 75 to help me move but I ended up building a condo out in one of my dads buildings so I was able to set it up once I was done with the drywall. Im hoping to have another in wall tank once I move in but who knows I have a new idea and plans every week lol
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Sweet! I scored a sweet deal on an awesome skimmer yesterday.

yogoshio said:
I still feel bad we didn't talk more and I could have lent you my drill and stabilizer. If you ever get over to the Orland/Frankfort area, I can bring it to you for sure.
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I appreciate the offer Ben but i was able to get it done free hand today.
 
So a quick update I was able to get the drilling done today. Thank you to all those that offered advice or help.

Heres some pics.

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Dont mention the girly pink blanket lol.

Also got the glass cut and siliconed in for the baffles.

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Also got what i think is a killer deal on a skimmer from the "other" forum.

Its a Sea Side Aquatics CS2 Cone Skimmer

Model: Sea Side Aquatics CS2
Needle wheel protein skimmer
Reactor room: Cone
Pump: Sicce Syncra PSK-1000
Pump power: 110V, 60Hz
Capability: 230G Water
Air intake: 780L/H
Product size: 11” * 9” * 21”

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So my attempt at siliconing baffles failed two leaks from my silicone and one from one of the originally siliconed baffles. Time to find someone handy at siliconing.
 
sparky5785 said:
So my attempt at siliconing baffles failed two leaks from my silicone and one from one of the originally siliconed baffles. Time to find someone handy at siliconing.
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Brandon when u silicone tape off the area .25" on either side then either use ur finger or the tool used to "spread/even out" the silicone. This assures it gets in the tight spots. Then let it dry then remove tape. U will have nice straight seals. Use blue painters tape.
 
rosko23 said:
Brandon when u silicone tape off the area .25" on either side then either use ur finger or the tool used to "spread/even out" the silicone. This assures it gets in the tight spots. Then let it dry then remove tape. U will have nice straight seals. Use blue painters tape.
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Thanks Jorge. If i decide to try again myself I will do so. What tool do you speak of and where can i find one. I used my finger this time maybe i should try the tool.
 
when you use your finger to smooth out the silicone line, dip your finger in some rubbing alcohol first. This helps keep the silicone off your finger and lines smooth.
 
sparky5785 said:
Thanks Jorge. If i decide to try again myself I will do so. What tool do you speak of and where can i find one. I used my finger this time maybe i should try the tool.
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Home depot, it will be in the same area as silicone and tile grout. it's only a few bucks.
 
GaryR1984 said:
Home depot, it will be in the same area as silicone and tile grout. it's only a few bucks.
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Yeah... Mine came free with the silicone from Ace. Make sure u use the right kind of silicone too. Either the GE type 1 or the other GE brand. Can't think of name ... But just search reef safe silicone
 
Cecily and I just put the first coat of Jet Black High Gloss Enamel on the stand. Ill post pics after its done. Still another coat or two.
 
So my attempt#2 at building the sump. This time with acrylic baffles. Its still curing. Wet test on saturday night or sunday.

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It's not too late to make some teeth for the fuge side. Just notch it every few inches with the drill. It'll help reduce splashing and keep critters inside. Is the bulkhead at the height where the pump will be?
 
yogoshio said:
It's not too late to make some teeth for the fuge side. Just notch it every few inches with the drill. It'll help reduce splashing and keep critters inside. Is the bulkhead at the height where the pump will be?
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I am thinking about doing that to make teeth. I am not sure what that bulkhead is for. Came with the sump from original owner. The only thing I can think of is either ato but it seems very large for that or possibly for water changes im not sure. So Ben if I were to drill with 1/4" bit every inch 1" from the top would the water flow through the holes as opposed to over the top??

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