My first!

Kittypowpow · Aug 7, 2022

So I broke down one of my fresh water planted tanks to do a rescape, and after looking at it empty and sanitized for a few weeks I got the crazy idea to make it into my first saltwater tank. I can say I’ve never spent as much time on any site as I have here researching. So I’m excited to keep a thread of the progress of this tank.

first attempt at a dry rock scape

thanks to advice from y’all, my second attempt at a scape…

we have water, oolite sand (verdict is still out on if that was a mistake or not), and some Mp10’s added. Will post more pics when I can figure out how to take a picture without all the glare. Any suggestions warmly welcomed!

livinlifeinBKK · Aug 7, 2022

At least some live rock 100% recommended

fishmandan · Aug 7, 2022

Looking nice, keep up the good work! I downloaded an aquarium photo app recommended here on r2r and it has helped me with photos.

Titleist1964 · Aug 7, 2022

That looks like the JBJ 20? Also your cell phone should have a Pro Mode you can mess around with the settings. It helps me

Kittypowpow · Aug 7, 2022

It is the JBJ 20! Good eye!! It was a great budget buy. I didn’t even think to try the camera settings themselves. I have an iPhone pro, I should learn how to use the dang thing lol.

Kittypowpow · Aug 7, 2022

fishmandan said:
Looking nice, keep up the good work! I downloaded an aquarium photo app recommended here on r2r and it has helped me with photos.

Do you remember what the app is called by chance?

Kittypowpow · Aug 7, 2022

livinlifeinBKK said:
At least some live rock 100% recommended

I think at the very least I will definitely get some love and add it to the back of the AIO area. Everyone swears by the beneficial bacteria in live rock. Thank you for the tip!

Titleist1964 · Aug 8, 2022

Kittypowpow said:
It is the JBJ 20! Good eye!! It was a great budget buy. I didn’t even think to try the camera settings themselves. I have an iPhone pro, I should learn how to use the dang thing lol.

Yea it certainly was a good budget buy. It's my first venture into Reef tanks and didn't want to spend a ton of money on something if I didn't like it. Red Sea Max Nano Peninsula 25 will be my next. I just want a lil more depth and width. Check out my build, I'm a novice but you may get some ideas off it.

The MAX NANO G2 Series - Red Sea

These all-in-one systems come with everything you need for a stunning home reef, sparing you from component selection or compatibility concerns.

www.redseafish.com

fishmandan · Aug 8, 2022

Kittypowpow said:
Do you remember what the app is called by chance?

Aquarium cam on the iPhone.

Kittypowpow · Aug 8, 2022

Titleist1964 said:
Yea it certainly was a good budget buy. It's my first venture into Reef tanks and didn't want to spend a ton of money on something if I didn't like it. Red Sea Max Nano Peninsula 25 will be my next. I just want a lil more depth and width. Check out my build, I'm a novice but you may get some ideas off it.

The MAX NANO G2 Series - Red Sea

These all-in-one systems come with everything you need for a stunning home reef, sparing you from component selection or compatibility concerns.

www.redseafish.com

Yes I wish I would have known about those tanks before I bought this one…..but I bought this one as a fresh water. I never really knew I would actually get into salt lol. I’m excited to see yours! Going over now!!

Kittypowpow · Aug 8, 2022

fishmandan said:
Aquarium cam on the iPhone.

You’re awesome, thank you!

Kittypowpow · Sep 16, 2022

Alrighty! Finally got a light and stable parameters. Still just waiting tho just to be super sure!

World Citizen · Sep 16, 2022

Great start! Have fun!

Mikey-D · Sep 16, 2022

fishmandan said:
Looking nice, keep up the good work! I downloaded an aquarium photo app recommended here on r2r and it has helped me with photos.

What app?

geekengineer · Sep 16, 2022

So are those circulators magnetic so that the motor is outside the tank? I don't know why I didn't think of that. lol

Kittypowpow · Sep 16, 2022

World Citizen said:
Great start! Have fun!

Thanks!

Kittypowpow · Sep 16, 2022

geekengineer said:
So are those circulators magnetic so that the motor is outside the tank? I don't know why I didn't think of that. lol

Yep they are vortech mp10’s. The motor and cord are on the outside of the tank, which I think looks nicer. There’s a strong magnet that holds them in place. They make bigger ones too, but I used the smallest for this tank.