Looking for words of wisdom

[19jonesy86]

Newbie to marine, I just got my 200g tank yesterday, was is a filthy state so I've given it a good clean with a distilled vinegar and lemon juice mix! Ive stuck the weir combs on with super glue but there are gaps between the front and side combs is that a problem? I also gave the glass a clean with some window cleaner inside and out! Will this be a problem when I come to fill (not filling for 8-9 weeks) or should I rinse with RO before I fill with SW in 9 weeks time?

 

[Diesel]

Just rinse with faucet water and vinegar and you're good to go.

 

[19jonesy86]

Excellent! Anything on the weir combs?

 

[Diesel]

Excellent! Anything on the weir combs?

Need a picture my friend.

 

[19jonesy86]

There is a gap like that on the other side also

Do these need filling?

 

[lickyricky]

There is a gap like that on the other side also

Do these need filling?

Yes or you won't be able to get your water level high enough to go over the top of the comb

 

[spiraling]

jumping in with a 200! way to go. Happy Reefing!

 

[Maggie321]

Should those combs go on the inside?

 

[19jonesy86]

Should those combs go on the inside?

I think you might be right! I think I've messed up! Hahahaha!

 

[Maggie321]

I think you might be right! I think I've messed up! Hahahaha!

I wouldn't have known for sure either. I'd just use blue tape to move it around till it fit right

 

[19jonesy86]

dang!! It 3am here so will try in the morning and let you know!

 

[19jonesy86]

Should those combs go on the inside?

@Maggie321 turns out you were right, fits like a glove now.

Just need to fit the plumbing. Is there a certain hight the 2 drain pipes should be and a certain depth into the sump water level?

 

[Maggie321]

I have no clue on that [emoji23]... tbh, I have a tiny 39 g bowfront that has a HOB skimmer and absolutely no plumbing... I am just a visually spacial mechanical person. Lol I am very flat it worked good. Question, did you use superglue or silicone?

 

[19jonesy86]

I used superglue, but to be honest after I had put the 2 sides on, the front wedged in and it's all pretty sturdy. I would of used silicone but the stuff I have has anti mould stuff in it and my LFS has sold out of aqurium safe stuff.

 

[rockstarta78]

Just to be on the safe side, Id' use aquarium grade silicone even if you have to wait a little longer. You will be happier.

 

[19jonesy86]

Just to be on the safe side, Id' use aquarium grade silicone even if you have to wait a little longer. You will be happier.

I plan to get some when it's back in stock, I'm just using the stuff I have for the outside things that need doing