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Old 03-04-2012, 02:01 PM
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Thanks for the info I will definitely give it a read. And any other info would be appreciated, I don't want to screw this up and cause any harm to a seahorse. I don't think I could forgive myself if I killed one.

And mexx. No I still have the big one running where it was, the pic of the tv in the house is an old one from before I had the big guy running. I think the tv will go in my office actually.

I will be posting more pics of the lights and possibly of the finished system today. It will just depend on how much golf I end up watching.
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Old 03-04-2012, 03:41 PM
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Thats pretty cool! can't wait to see it when its done
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Old 03-05-2012, 01:52 AM
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So i worked my butt off this weekend and got it all together and running.

added a t5 24" and some of those ikea LEDs to add a bit of color.

over head shot. I added a little spot to the overflow to hold some filter floss.also put in a 425gph nano powerhead. I hope this wont be too much flow. The return pump is a maxi jet 1200 on a small DIY spray bar.

Filled the side compartment with about 4" of crushed coral from an existing setup. Used liverock and livesand which was also from an existing system.

In the house and ready for water and liverock.

there she goes.

and one last overhead shot.
Now i just need to let her run for a bit and then its time for some ponies.
ANY input or suggestions would be appreciated.
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Old 03-05-2012, 02:51 AM
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You should turn the dials into switches.
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Old 03-05-2012, 02:54 AM
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the power switch used to be my power when it was fw but i had to remove all the electrical components so i could maximize my tank size. As you can see in the pic, one of the knobs is missing because of this
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Old 03-05-2012, 02:57 AM
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What a cool set up! Can't wait to see it with ponies!
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Old 03-05-2012, 02:56 AM
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Love it

Are the T5s sealed from moisture?
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Old 03-05-2012, 02:58 AM
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This is the coolest idea ever! I love it!!

I can't wait to see it full of livestock.
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Old 03-05-2012, 03:11 AM
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Wow, this is a one of a kind aquarium I have never seen.
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