d2mini's "Essential Focus" Mixed Reef Build

jhmeresqu · Sep 2, 2016

d2mini said:
Bingo. Thanks for doing that!

Thanks.......

jhmeresqu · Sep 2, 2016

benapilot said:
Here ya go:
StarTech.com AD2X2 2x2-Inch Open Slot Wiring Cable Raceway Duct with Cover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00008VFAP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pqmYxbQNWKG2B

Thanks.....

LoneStarReef · Sep 4, 2016

How are the Tampa Bay rocks coming along? Still happy?

d2mini · Sep 4, 2016

LoneStarReef said:
How are the Tampa Bay rocks coming along? Still happy?

Always happy with my Tampa Bay tanks.

BMorgan · Sep 4, 2016

d2mini said:
Always happy with my Tampa Bay tanks.

As am I! I have to post a thread soon with my pics but the Tampa Bay rocks have been great.

I did just spot a mantis shrimp today though. Any tips on getting these guys out? I feel kinda bad because he is so cool but I don't want to risk anything. Still super happy with my rocks and don't regret it at all!

d2mini · Sep 5, 2016

BMorgan said:
As am I! I have to post a thread soon with my pics but the Tampa Bay rocks have been great.

I did just spot a mantis shrimp today though. Any tips on getting these guys out? I feel kinda bad because he is so cool but I don't want to risk anything. Still super happy with my rocks and don't regret it at all!

Don't sweat it, especially when they are small.
They may go after snails but they're easily replenished. Or they may just scavenge.
Eventually they get more brave and come out more. At that point you can try removing if you wish.
They're really cool to watch while you have them.

BMorgan · Sep 5, 2016

d2mini said:
They're really cool to watch while you have them.

They are cool! He is suddenly the coolest thing in my tank and I had NO idea it was in there for almost a month now.

LoneStarReef · Sep 6, 2016

d2mini said:
Always happy with my Tampa Bay tanks.

Good to hear. Thanks!

john.m.cole3 · Sep 6, 2016

following

d2mini · Sep 7, 2016

Had a little visit from @Diesel today.
Time to get this party started.

revhtree · Sep 7, 2016

d2mini said:
Had a little visit from @Diesel today.
Time to get this party started.

I've been wondering about you and forgot you had this major project going on!!

Diesel · Sep 8, 2016

Looks like you have a Fireant problem on your hands now.............. with these mounts

HAHAHA, I never know what my guys are doing but we found a 18 carat white gold ring with a 4.8 carat diamond on it from under the deck.
I gave to the same guy who picked up the envelope............. thought it was the right thing to do

d2mini · Sep 8, 2016

Diesel said:
Looks like you have a Fireant problem on your hands now.............. with these mounts

HAHAHA, I never know what my guys are doing but we found a 18 carat white gold ring with a 4.8 carat diamond on it from under the deck.
I gave to the same guy who picked up the envelope............. thought it was the right thing to do

LOL! I almost said "those are not fire ant piles."

bristlebasher · Sep 8, 2016

Hi there , have been following your build with great interest.

Enjoyed the detailed write-up and especially enjoined the pictures of your amazing home.

Have been meaning to ask : What is kept in the brown wire cage on the deck in picture below ?

d2mini · Sep 8, 2016

bristlebasher said:
What is kept in the brown wire cage on the deck in picture below ?

My wife.

It's for the little white guy in the front of that pic and this ferocious beast, in the rare instance that we might need to leave them outside for the day, like if contractors are going in and out.
We had picked it up when we were selling the old house and had people coming over to look.

bristlebasher · Sep 8, 2016

d2mini said:
My wife.

Lol , he says from behind the safety of his computer screen

d2mini said:
It's for the little white guy in the front of that pic and this ferocious beast, in the rare instance that we might need to leave them outside for the day, like if contractors are going in and out.
We had picked it up when we were selling the old house and had people coming over to look.

Yip , keeping a Maltese away from enticing ankles is always a good move .They can attack 100's in the mere blink of an eye.

Actually thought it might be for a marmoset or sugar glider