New in-wall 110 tank build

Jackcarp · Apr 6, 2016

Look what arrived today!

Jackcarp · Apr 20, 2016

Wow it's been a while since I have updated anything. I recruited the help of 3 other friends and hefted the tank into place and I was relieved to see that it fit perfectly.

Jackcarp · Apr 20, 2016

I ordered most of the plumbing online (because there isn't anywhere to get them in my town) which arrived today. I was able to get most of the plumbing done today.

Fin · Apr 20, 2016

Awesome! Very nice plumbing job. Still waiting on mine. Month 10...

R_C · Apr 20, 2016

Your build is looking awesome. Great job!

Jackcarp · Apr 20, 2016

Fin said:
Awesome! Very nice plumbing job. Still waiting on mine. Month 10...

I'm sure you're getting anxious to get your tank. Mine came after a 14 month wait but the wait was worth it.

Jackcarp · Apr 20, 2016

R_C said:
Your build is looking awesome. Great job!

Thanks!

ScottMyers123 · Apr 20, 2016

Great looking setup! Ready to see it finished.

Fin · Apr 20, 2016

Jackcarp said:
I'm sure you're getting anxious to get your tank. Mine came after a 14 month wait but the wait was worth it.

Yes, I am, but I am enjoying seeing a few of them get to their owners here on R2R. Interested in seeing how your rocks look when you get them in the tank. Looked good on the dry mock-up.

Black Pearl · Apr 20, 2016

Awesome fish room. Lot of Reef Savvy build treads going on right now, I'm trying to follow them all. Just took delivery on my tank about a week ago took about 14 months also but it was for sure worth the wait, Beautifully built tanks. Good luck with your build, you are off to a terrific start

Jackcarp · Apr 21, 2016

Fin said:
Yes, I am, but I am enjoying seeing a few of them get to their owners here on R2R. Interested in seeing how your rocks look when you get them in the tank. Looked good on the dry mock-up.

Thanks! I haven't finalized my aquascape but I bought 100# of the arag-alive Fiji pink sand. I am also going to use the Red Sea reef mature pro kit(s) to get the tank cycling once I get the plumbing finished.

Jackcarp · Apr 21, 2016

Black Pearl said:
Awesome fish room. Lot of Reef Savvy build treads going on right now, I'm trying to follow them all. Just took delivery on my tank about a week ago took about 14 months also but it was for sure worth the wait, Beautifully built tanks. Good luck with your build, you are off to a terrific start

Congrats on getting your tank. I saw yours when you got it. That is going to be a nice setup! Looking forward to seeing your progression.

WhoKnowsSebastian · Apr 21, 2016

This is my dream.... Following

Tori · Apr 21, 2016

Very cool! Can't wait to see how it turns out.

fragit · Apr 21, 2016

Looks awesome Jack can't wait to see it get wet!

Fin · Apr 21, 2016

Jackcarp said:
Thanks! I haven't finalized my aquascape but I bought 100# of the arag-alive Fiji pink sand. I am also going to use the Red Sea reef mature pro kit(s) to get the tank cycling once I get the plumbing finished.

I have 100 pounds of the Tropic Eden Tonga Reeflakes and about 75 pounds of BRS Pukani rock. The rock has been curing in a plastic drum since last July. I have even started a colony of amphipods in the rock. It is ready to go into the tank. At least I will be ahead of the game in getting the rock ready.

Like Black Pearl, I have been anxiously watching the other Reef Savvy threads here. Glad there is another one coming to life. I will be following along, for sure!

Jackcarp · Apr 21, 2016

I am going to have to make a trip to another town to find a schedule 80 elbow and bushing so I can do a water test. [HASHTAG]#ruralwyoming[/HASHTAG]

Scubafrog · Apr 21, 2016

Very nice and thought out build. What will fill in the gap at the top of the tank?

cjd · Apr 21, 2016

you're a woodworking wizard , looking great . I love build threads almost more then seeing a mature tank . Lets see how you aquascape that beauty......could make or break it! pressure on....

Jackcarp · Apr 21, 2016

Scubafrog said:
Very nice and thought out build. What will fill in the gap at the top of the tank?

The top of the tank is going to remain open. I will have something at the rear of the tank to block out the view of the fish room. I was going to have a wood shelf on hinges that would be lifted up to access the back of the tank but I may just use a black curtain for now.