New in-wall 110 tank build

Jackcarp · Aug 25, 2016

reef_junkie said:
Great use of space and even better execution of a plan. Looks very professional.

Thanks!

Jackcarp · Aug 25, 2016

Dan McNertney said:
Just curious where you got that paneling around the base?
Great build btw.

The paneling came from a friend who owns a cabinet making business. I wish I could say that I made them myself. It was however made to match some other wainscot in the house that was made just by putting up a panel of smooth Masonite then adding 1x4 over it.

Jackcarp · Aug 26, 2016

So I do have a question regarding the cycling. I have been using the Red Sea reef mature program and it requires dosing of their NO3, PO4-X. Well I still have a week left and I have run out so is there something else I can use to feed the bacteria that will be similar?

fragit · Aug 26, 2016

You can use any carbon source like vinegar or vodka, however that is a totally different dosing regime as far as I can tell. I'm going with Aquaforest products for my tank. Make the Switch! So glad for an update Jack! I've been missing this thread. Tank looks great!

kidtango · Aug 26, 2016

Love everything you are doing here. Nicely done.

Jackcarp · Aug 26, 2016

fragit said:
You can use any carbon source like vinegar or vodka, however that is a totally different dosing regime as far as I can tell. I'm going with Aquaforest products for my tank. Make the Switch! So glad for an update Jack! I've been missing this thread. Tank looks great!

I'm not familiar with aquaforest products so I will have to do some research. My problem is that I need to dose something NOW and I don't have a LFS that I can run to to get supplies. Sooo... vinegar?

fragit · Aug 26, 2016

Jackcarp said:
I'm not familiar with aquaforest products so I will have to do some research. My problem is that I need to dose something NOW and I don't have a LFS that I can run to to get supplies. Sooo... vinegar?

I would do some quick research here first. I'm not super familiar with how much to dose. I do know that many people say really cheap vodka is a better carbon source than vinegar. If you do vinegar make sure it is distilled.

Jackcarp · Aug 28, 2016

So I did some research and decided to start dosing vinegar. I hope it will help my nitrates go down and keep them there. My ammonia has remained zero so I think I may be able to start adding fish soon. Soo... When I tear down my old tank I don't think I am taking any of the livestock except my fish. I have about 25 rbtas to get rid of. Anyone want some?

fragit · Aug 28, 2016

Are you giving them away? I would pay for shipping if you want to send one to Maine

tcampbell23 · Aug 28, 2016

I'll take one and pay shipping to Ga

Jackcarp · Aug 28, 2016

Yes I think I will give them away. I don't have a LFS to sell them to and there aren't many people in the area that have reef tanks. I don't want to end up flushing them. I started with one and they have been very prolific to say the least. Not sure what the shipping would be but I could certainly find out.

reeftanker17 · Aug 28, 2016

Jackcarp said:
Yes I think I will give them away. I don't have a LFS to sell them to and there aren't many people in the area that have reef tanks. I don't want to end up flushing them. I started with one and they have been very prolific to say the least. Not sure what the shipping would be but I could certainly find out.

This is super nice man!

Jackcarp · Aug 28, 2016

If you would like one just pm me your address and I can check on the price for next day air prices. Just keep on mind that I am in rural wyoming.

Jackcarp · Aug 31, 2016

So I have been cycling my tank now for the past few weeks. My ammonia has remained zero even after food added. My nitrates are still around 50 but I am really itching to transfer my few fish from my old tank. So when do I know it is safe to transfer the fish over?

Mebeknob · Aug 31, 2016

Jackcarp said:
So I did some research and decided to start dosing vinegar. I hope it will help my nitrates go down and keep them there. My ammonia has remained zero so I think I may be able to start adding fish soon. Soo... When I tear down my old tank I don't think I am taking any of the livestock except my fish. I have about 25 rbtas to get rid of. Anyone want some?

I will pay for shipping for a few of them! Been looking for some for awhile

Jackcarp · Sep 1, 2016

So any advice on how low the nitrates need to be before adding fish?

Mrwilcox281 · Sep 1, 2016

Everything is coming together nicely. Makes me wish I had a house right now because apartment living sucks (3rd floor). Plus, the wife already made the foolish statement, "You can have what ever fish tanks you want! Silly wife. I love Reef Savvy tanks, but don't think I could stand the wait.

Jackcarp · Sep 1, 2016

Mrwilcox281 said:
Everything is coming together nicely. Makes me wish I had a house right now because apartment living sucks (3rd floor). Plus, the wife already made the foolish statement, "You can have what ever fish tanks you want! Silly wife. I love Reef Savvy tanks, but don't think I could stand the wait.

I've had my share of apartment living as well. I've been in this house now for almost 4 years and I am just getting around to getting the tank put in. I hope your wife doesn't regret that statement! It's always nice to have a supportive wife but sometimes that is put to the test in this hobby[emoji38]. There is definitely a wait with the reef savvy tanks but it is worth it.