180 gal re-build

Cyndi & Jim · Jul 8, 2015

I titled this as a rebuild considering I purchased this set up used.
It's a 6'x2'x2' reef ready tank with dual overflows, no center brace. That's right ridiculously thick glass!
I originally dipped into a larger tank with a used 220. The 30" height and center brace killed it for me after a few short months. It was a bit heartbreaking considering all the time and effort that was put in to redo the stand and plumbing.
A local reefer decided to re-enlist into the military and made a deal that I couldn't refuse which included the tank, sump, stand, canopy, and two of the three Ocean Revive T247 fixtures that he used.
I only have a few pictures of what it looked like before.

I'll add more as I go along.

Cyndi & Jim · Jul 8, 2015

Took it all apart during the move and cleaned it all up.

Sump cleaned up nicely.

This is what the return pump looked like. Made a few changes and cleaned it up a bit.

Daytonareefing · Jul 8, 2015

Looks like you have the manpower to move it. That's what i need so I can buy a bigger tank. lol
Nice tank I like it

kacrocorals581 · Jul 8, 2015

looking good!

Cyndi & Jim · Jul 9, 2015

Had to do a cook out for all the awesome volunteers! Couldn't have done it without their help in moving it.

Cyndi & Jim · Jul 9, 2015

kacrocorals581 said:
looking good!

Thank you!

Cyndi & Jim · Jul 9, 2015

The tank is in and plumbing is completely done now.
Using a dual bulb t5ho with ATI blue+ and an ATI coral+ bulb in the sump.
The skimmer is made by LifeReef.
Both pumps are Mags. One is used for the skimmer and the Mag 18 pump is used for the return. Decided to use hose for the return for the time being to monitor any debris of clogs that may happen. More than likely switching it to PVC.

d2mini · Jul 9, 2015

Looks good!
You'll like the lower height sooooo much better.
And the LifeReef skimmer is the best! Love my 30". I'm pushing it but it handles my 350g system.

jolt · Jul 9, 2015

I really like the tank dimensions. I think it's perfect, about 150 gallons, and the ability to reach in without tongs is very important in my opinion.