New Build.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

Hello everyone. I am new here. I have been out of the hobby for 12 years but recently I have had the itch to start again.

Over the next few months I will be posting my build, success and failures.

To start I picked up a 90 Gallon Reefready cube.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

I decided to do an all SPS bare bottom tank.

I painted the back and the bottom black. ( I am not a professional painter)

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

I purchased an IceCap RS 24 sump.

I am testing it for leaks.

CoralVue_Marketing · Jan 9, 2020

Off to a good start! Welcome back!

Ruben's Reef · Jan 9, 2020

!!! Welcome to R2R !!! That's going to be a great setup. Following>>

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

One thing I do not like about the stand is the height of the cabinet. Due to some issues with my knee and the room under the stand I decided to plum the sump behind the tank. This will make easier access to the sump and skimmer.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

Since I have been out of the hobby since the mid 2000's things have changed with live rock. I decided to go with Marco Rock, so i ordered around 60# pound.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

I kept my Spectrapure 2000 RODI from the 2000's. I replaced the membranes, got new TDS meters, new auto shutoff valve. Added a Carbon stage and a DI stage.

I run
2 75 gpd membranes
1 sediment
2 carbons
Cation
Anion
Mix Bed

i added a booster pump, as I was only getting about 45 PSI, maybe because it is cold here.

I am getting 250 TDS in, 2 TDS out of the Membrane and 0 TDS out of the DI stage. I seem to be using Anion up the most.

I store the water in 2 brute cans, but I am looking for something a little bit better.

Peace River · Jan 9, 2020

It looks like you are off to a really good start! I have a similar sump with the ATO chamber. Have you picked up an ATO sensor and pump yet? For water storage there are multiple threads here on R2R about water mixing stations. Also if you haven’t thought about it, you may want to consider a IceCap filter media cup instead of a filter sock.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

I am a tech guy, so I am excited to try some automation for this setup.

I have been working with Carlos at Coralvue for this build. Here are a few of the things I have picked up so far.

Peace River · Jan 9, 2020

Wow!!! ;Wideyed ;Wideyed ;Wideyed I’m drooling!

Carlos is definitely a great person to get advice from!!!

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

I am not sure I have enough rock, but here is the Marco rock and some old Live Rock that I saved from back in the day.

The light is a Maxspect Razor X 100w LED.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

Peace River said:
It looks like you are off to a really good start! I have a similar sump with the ATO chamber. Have you picked up an ATO sensor and pump yet? For water storage there are multiple threads here on R2R about water mixing stations. Also if you haven’t thought about it, you may want to consider a IceCap filter media cup instead of a filter sock.

Yes I bought a IceCap ATO. I am not sure how to use it yet. I am using a Kilr filter for this, we will see how it works.

The Aquatic Arsenal · Jan 9, 2020

Welcome to R2R! Everything is looking great, and you have an awesome start.

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

Looking for ideas on how to display/mount my controllers, and such. I am not sure if I want to do a wall mount, a side cabinet or under the tank attached to the door.

Thoughts? any good threads?

CoralVue_Marketing · Jan 9, 2020

Markk96 said:
I am not sure I have enough rock, but here is the Marco rock and some old Live Rock that I saved from back in the day.

The light is a Maxspect Razor X 100w LED.

That's a great looking aquascape!

S.Pepper · Jan 9, 2020

Welcome back. Looks great. Much success with the build.

CoralVue_Marketing · Jan 9, 2020

Markk96 said:
Looking for ideas on how to display/mount my controllers, and such. I am not sure if I want to do a wall mount, a side cabinet or under the tank attached to the door.

Thoughts? any good threads?

We haven't officially announced these yet, but we're about to release these controller cabinets:

Adaptive Reef Controller Cabinet Wire Management System - White Color

By using interchangeable faceplates, you can mount and display all manner of controllers, modules, and dosers in a clean professional way to the front of the cabinet. Some assembly required. *Black finish coming soon.

www.coralvue.com

Sounds like we may get them in black as well which would match your system.

@MarineDepot also has controller boards that are similar that you could mount to a wall or cabinet.

Bulk Reef Supply - Making Reefing Fun and Easy

Shop top saltwater aquarium equipment at Bulk Reef Supply. We carry everything you will need for your saltwater aquarium or reef tank.

www.marinedepot.com

Markk96 · Jan 9, 2020

Testing the sump for the first time. I am surprised how quiet the pump is, and yes I did kick the "bucket" in this video. That is the crash sound you hear.

Peace River · Jan 9, 2020

Markk96 said:
Yes I bought a IceCap ATO. I am not sure how to use it yet. I am using a Kilr filter for this, we will see how it works.

The Klir is even better yet! I choose to go with the AutoAqua Smart ATO - the IceCap ATO should also work very well. You are in good hands with Carlos so he will help you get it all figured out if you get stuck while setting it up.

...and yes, all of your pumps are fantastic!