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Build threads, Build Thread Badges, Build Thread Updates, Build, Build, Build! They can also be called Journals! Build threads are very important to R2R and to people who are looking for help on R2R. Build threads provide motivation, inspiration, learning tools and more for others. Soooooo It's important you have a build thread and it's important that you maintain it! So let me ask you a few things today!

1. Do you have a build thread and if you do will you please post a link to it in this thread?

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Build thread of @Thrassian Atoll

 

[jdpiii3]

Yes. Come check out my Natural Sun-lit reef!

Monster Build - Our 400 Gallon In Wall Natural Sun-Lit Reef

Hi guys my enjoyment for aquariums started over 30 years ago as a child, when I would help my father care for his aquariums aquarium equipment has come a long way since then. My first personal aquarium was 37 gallons, over the years I had 155 fresh water African Cichlid tank and a 10 year old...

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[ChattReefer]

Build Thread - From Frags to Fishes.... And also more Frags

So hello! I'm a reefer down in Chattanooga, TN. Been in aquariums since I was young, getting into saltwater in 2015. Started with the small Biocube and ocean live rock. Didn't understand anything, and learned a lot. Then we sold our home and moved around for a bit. Once we found another home...

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Come check it out! Going to be posting more content!

 

[prodbot7]

Thanks! New here and didn’t know about the badge! Here’s our build in progress:

Build Thread - Everything Custom DIY - Tidepool closed loop

Hey guys, documenting our new tide pool tank build! Soooooooo my S.O. introduced me to reefing this past year and I’ve gotten completely hooked on the hobby. We started out with a 30gal shallow tank about 6 months ago. We packed the tank full of LPS and softies and for the most part it was...

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[Fishfreak2009]

I have a few build threads. My 75 gallon build thread is definitely the most complete though! I hope the 180 gallon I'm currently working on comes out as nicely!

Build Thread - Fishfreak2009's 75 Gallon Mixed Reef

So my wife and I couldn't stay away from the hobby. I used to have a few different tanks, a 380 gallon FOWLR, a 180 gallon FOWLR, a 187 gallon FOWLR, a 75 gallon FOWLR, 13.5 gallon macro tank and a 110 gallon reef. After moving and having some various issues (stand broke on the 110 gallon reef...

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Large Build - Fishfreak2009's 180 Gallon

Finally found the deal I've been looking for and snagged this 180 gallon acrylic for an amazing price locally. Tank is covered in coralline but I will be cleaning it up with muriatic acid and then buffing out any scratches. Tank has duel overflows, and will be housing my koran angel, cream...

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Build Thread - Fishfreak2009's Eheim 47 Gallon Rimless Setup

Bought this tank a while ago when I saw it on clearance for a great price. Finally decided to get it set up. Eheim 47 gallon rimless, which I will set up using hang on the back equipment. Filtration will be a Seachem Tidal 75 and a HOB skimmer. Lighting will be 2 of the nicrew LED fixtures...

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Nano Build - Fishfreak2009's Fluval Evo Build

Decided to turn one of my fluval evo 13.5 gallon tanks into a nano anemone tank. Replaced the rocks with new caribsea liferock, as I wanted to rescape, but kept the fiji pink sand. Tank has a Sicce synchra silent return pump. Next upgrade will be to replace the stock light and lid with a Kraken...

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Build Thread - Fishfreak2009's 65 Gallon

Figured I'd start the build thread for this tank. Finally got the fancy goldfish (orandas, ryukins, and lionhead) moved into their 150 gallon stock tank, so started this tank up! This tank will be eventually be a mixed reef (once I upgrade the lighting) and will be run sumpless, using a canister...

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Nano Build - Fishfreak2009's Fluval Flex 9 Gallon

Started this tank up as a simple breeding tank for a pair of clowns. Picked up a really nice proven pair of picasso percula clowns, and set it up as a very simple breeding tank. Running stock filtration and stock lighting (which seems to grow a clump of Caulerpa pretty well for biofiltration)...

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[tbrown]

I think I have 4....

I just finished setting up my 125 a couple of weeks ago though so I'm starting to add livestock now!

Start on page 13 if you want pictures.

Build Thread - 125 - Took Forever But Here It is!

Setup: Tank 125 Gallon (72"*19"*24") glass tank Sump Eshopps RS200 3rd Gen Bubble Magus Curve 7 IOAOI Reef 120 Green Machine 9 watt UV Sterilizer (as needed) Jebao DP-4 Dosing pump Lights Noopsyche K7 V3 140 watt x 2 Noopsyche K7 Pro II 90 watt Noopsyche K7 Pro III 140...

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[lestat45559]

Build Thread - Brian's Waterbox Reef 100.3 Build

(Copy from my home club) Well I am not sure how many of you where here 6.5 years ago when we lived in MA and lost everything in a house fire. I was very involved as an officer in the club. I lost over 700 gals of reef tanks it was devesting. The cause was a faulty power strip that was sold as...

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[rtparty]

Sure do

 

[FreshCoastReef]

I love seeing everyone's build threads - such a good way to get inspired and learn what I like and what works!

Here's my humble 20g AIO build thread. It's coming along. I've got some fish and coral that I love, looking forward to adding more coral and growing this out over time.

Build Thread - FreshCoastReef 20 Gallon JBJ AIO

Current Full Tank Shot - 7.28.22 Hello Reef2Reef! I'm excited to start my first Build Thread. I've been in and out of the aquarium hobby several times over the years, mainly related to moves across country. I've primarily kept freshwater planted tanks in the past. After a recent 10 day trip...

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[Sean Clark]

Yep.

Build Thread - Innovative Marine EXT 200 Peninsula Build...

I will be posting photos, updates, perhaps video updates on my most recent reef build. This is an Innovative Marine 200 EXT Peninsula set up as against a wall on one of the long sides. This puts the tank right up next to the wall while still allowing free access to all of the plumbing on the end...

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[herozero]

Just getting back into gear now that we’re settled post move. Shallow reef just started, curing rock, buying sumps.

Build Thread - SoCal 75g shallow reef build 48x24x15

Well, the Fluval 13g holding tank that kept some zoas and our clownfish pair going during our 2018 move from Los Angeles to Orange County (CA) is ready to be retired, as we've started purchases for the new tank, 48” long x 24" deep x 15" tall, rimless, approximately 75g. After keeping a tall...

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[Eagle_Steve]

Yes sir. I have one active and have one that will be closed out soon, as those tanks have been taken down. There is a lot of banter and friendly spam from friends, but build info is somewhere in them lol.

Active One

Large Build - Steve's 180 of Madness

First off, if you do not agree with my methods, my stocking list or how I run my tank, move on. This is to document how "I do things that work for me". Questions on these things or the live stock is fine, but I will not listen or respond to junk posted about how I run "My" tank. Last Update...

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Thread soon to be ended and outline the process of tearing down 2 tanks and moving all the stuff to other tanks.

Frag Build - Possible Divorce Frag Build

Current State: In process of tearing down all tanks and putting things in tanks in the house. One tank down and one to go.

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[Mschmidt]

I have one. I also have forgotten how to post a link, but the badge in the header is a link.

 

[i cant think]

I have two my most complete is probably my 4’ tank and my most complex is my nano haha.
On my 4’ I believe the most recent FTS is on page 12 however it’s not great (Will have a new FTS at some point this week).
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/4x2x2-“build”.856936/
As for my nano, it’s just chaos haha. my most recent FTS of this tank is on page 20 for anyone interested!
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/that-random-nano.856836/

This is my favourite photo “scene” though

 

[Susan Edwards]

Yes. One for each tank that I've had. Except my AIO observation/emergency tank. I just post in my main build on that one. Link in sig. line below

 

[Eagle_Steve]

I have one. I also have forgotten how to post a link, but the badge in the header is a link.

Here ya go friend.

Build Thread - The Mediocreef

Here is the most recent iteration of the Mediochreef. Kit: 29 gallon tank stand from amason (misspelled so no hyperlink) light: kessil 360 filter: tidal 50 controller: hydros flow: nero 3 ATO: red sea dosers: kamoer wifi network: netgear stocking (1/3/25) 1x platinum clown 1x sherman bta 1x...

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[Mschmidt]

Here ya go friend.

Build Thread - The Mediocreef

Here is the most recent iteration of the Mediochreef. Kit: 29 gallon tank stand from amason (misspelled so no hyperlink) light: kessil 360 filter: tidal 50 controller: hydros flow: nero 3 ATO: red sea dosers: kamoer wifi network: netgear stocking (1/3/25) 1x platinum clown 1x sherman bta 1x...

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Hey. Thanks!

 

[JXNATC]

I'm not super awesome at updating it:

Build Thread - Glasscages 230G New Build

Hi all. I'm starting a build thread (gotta have that badge!) for what I am planning. I'm having a tank built by Glasscages for my office (thanks Joe Glass Cages!). I'm planning mostly livestock, possibly some coral and I definitely want at least one anemone. I plan on building a NSA...

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[Vivid Creative Aquatics Verified Sponsor]

Of course - been documenting the VCA 134-Gallon custom cube tank with a unique L-Shaped sump and a dual closed loop setup and NO POWER HEADS!

Cube Build - 134-Gallon Cube Build - Random Flow Generator® Powered Mixed Reef - Lots of Pics!

The VCA 134-Gallon Cube - Random Flow Generator Powered Mixed Reef! The first of two new offices tanks are officially under way, and I can’t wait to share it here on Reef-2-Reef Our goal with this tank is to build a mixed reef tank with a unique flow solution that utilizes just Random Flow...

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[Lynx]

Yes! Got bad about updating for a bit BUT just posted a new update on my 32 Biocube reef.

Build Thread - Dragon Reef - Biocube 32

First foray into saltwater! Calling this Dragon Reef because a friend just pointed out my main rock structure (left) looks like a dragon DT is a Biocube 32 - got InTank filter basket and fish saver added! Started 6 weeks ago with a coral QT tank so I could get some things going while I...

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