230 Gallon Reef Build

BC Mosaic · #1 06-10-2008, 05:44 PM

Very nice set up.
I like the packaging for the cut glass and such a sweeeet deal !!
Looking forward to more photos of the process.

dsaundry · #2 06-10-2008, 07:22 PM

Tagging along...looks great so far

bassman · #3 06-10-2008, 07:34 PM

Here is a pic of the main tank stand awaiting the finishing and plumbing. All the framing is done now and the dry moat is in place. I do still have to build another "deck" as I used the original one for the sump tank. I want to get the main tank built and water tested outside before winter so it will have to wait for now.

Delphinus · #4 06-10-2008, 11:22 PM

Wow, some neat ideas here, and a great story behind the display tank.

Looking forward to watching this unfold!

bassman · #5 06-11-2008, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Delphinus

Wow, some neat ideas here, and a great story behind the display tank.

Looking forward to watching this unfold!

Thanks Tony, I will be sure to take lots of pics. Where you will see the most ridiculously over cautious and anal tank assembly ever! LOL

drydock · #6 07-29-2008, 02:03 PM

So did you take the summer off or something???

Some of us are still waiting to see what's happening next. This is as bad as the TV networks and waiting for the new season of your favorite show to start...

I'm impressed with your build so far. The drawing of the end result is really impressive... can't wait to see how it turns out so keep on with the photos and updates.

Treebeard · #7 07-29-2008, 02:51 PM

I just finished reading this thread from start to finish and can't wait to see what's next!

bassman · #8 07-29-2008, 03:19 PM

Sorry for the delay in progress, it's summer, what can I say. LOL

I did start the process of building the new tank the other day however.

I am going to be extra anal about this task. So I am covering both sides of the glass with 2 layers of packaging paper and taping the edges where the silicone will be applied. Once I have everything dry fit and ready to go I will remove the tape from around the edges and apply the silicone.

I did not have a decent work area or bench in my shop so I have been spending some time getting all that done first.

So far I have covered 2 of the panes and the centerbrace. I am hoping to get more done tonight.

I am still searching my local hardward stores for some proven silicone. Unfortunately I may end up having to drive to Prince George to pick some up, if they have it there.

So not a lot done so far but the wheels have started turning again. I need to get this tank built and water tested before winter so it won't be long now.

I post some pics later today of the glass covering process and just how anal one can get. LOL