Fish's new tank project

woodcarver · #1 10-31-2006, 02:47 AM

Yeah! I know what you mean about oil leaks ,it sure was a British bike disease ! We are going to be on Koh Samui for four weeks over Christmas ,hope to see some colourful fish !
Are you having your new tank pre-drilled like the last one ?
.............Dave

JSTR · #2 10-31-2006, 02:57 AM

Chad

Once you get that pump all sanded down smooth, pick up some automotive clearcoat. Once you put a coat of that on it will help seal it from the elements and add to the shine.

Der_Iron_Chef · #3 10-31-2006, 03:03 AM

Mmmm, Thailand. Been there five times and can't get enough

Fish · #4 10-31-2006, 04:49 AM

Dave,
That sounds great. I never visited Samui when I lived in Thailand but went back there for a honeymoon when I got married. I found Lamai beach to be quite nice... not as much partying. Enjoy your trip, try to bring us back some sweet photos!

- Chad

Fish · #5 10-31-2006, 04:51 AM

Paul,
Thanks for the tip bro. Do you think I can buy a decent clear coat in a spray can?
I am going to have the tank built for me, but this time around I am going with a cut overflow and external box instead of the tank itself being drilled.

- Chad

Ruth · #6 10-31-2006, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by woodcarver

We are going to be on Koh Samui for four weeks over Christmas ,hope to see some colourful fish

I was in Koh Samui for a week and Koh Tao for just over a week in March - for diving and fish definately take in Koh Tao while you are there - it is absolutely beautiful and apparently some of the best diving in SE Asia - I got my PADI certification there. Personally I liked the laid back atmosphere of Koh Tao better that Samui but either way it is only a couple hour ferry ride away.

woodcarver · #7 10-31-2006, 08:04 PM

Sorry Chad, Don't mean to make this a Thailand thread

But just had to say thanks for the info. We have never been before but always get positive comments from those who have, like Drew ( makes us confident we have made the right choice ) Thanks Ruth , we will take your advice and visit Koh Tao as you suggest .And just think I can look forward to getting back and starting my cube ( always assuming Chad has prepared the way !!)
.......................Dave

Fish · #8 11-05-2006, 04:08 AM

Here is a photo of the new sump that I got from Paul today:

The baffles are a little low so I am planning on raising them up by about three inches or so, just to get a little more capacity in the sump.

Next I will post some pics of the metal stand I got as well.

- Chad

midgetwaiter · #9 11-05-2006, 06:04 AM

Hey Chad,

I've got a question for you, where did you get the lamp you refit the MH into for your old tank? I saw it over at Paul's place and I really like it. I haven't been able to find one like it.

Fish · #10 11-05-2006, 04:09 PM

Hi,
Really that lamp was a lucky find at Staples, but I've heard of other people having difficulties finding it. I think it will only get harder too because desk lamps all seem to be going fluorescent and LED and are built out of plastic that wont withstand the heat of a halide.
You best shot is looking for a "drafting lamp" with a double ended halogen bulb. They are made of metal and are the perfect size for a 70w halide reflector. Best of luck,

- Chad