Renton's Evolution from 200 to 440 gallons

Renton777 · May 9, 2019

I am laying the ground work for an eventual tank upgrade. I am also trying to make some space in the tanks. These both would benefit from me selling some frags.....so for anyone interested, here is a list of corals I have available to frag: https://docs.google.com/document/d/...x1C_19X8RmQVD3pvJvdbbv4sBYvMxUrCl2uY8OlNC/pub

bubbaque · May 9, 2019

I’m gonna have to get some of those chalices from you.

Djtonton · May 9, 2019

bubbaque said:
I’m gonna have to get some of those chalices from you.

I’m thinking the same thing I need to whip my tank back into shape to acquire some of these gems.

Wrangy · May 9, 2019

How much is shipping to Aus Renton?

I'd buy some of everything haha

Renton777 · May 9, 2019

Wrangy said:
How much is shipping to Aus Renton? I'd buy some of everything haha

I will strap a frag pack to the back of the next Koala I see and send him your way!

YHSublime · May 9, 2019

Brb, looking for a koala costume [emoji1787]

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BantyRooster97 · May 10, 2019

Great thread and awesome tank (took me 2 nights to get through it all)

Renton777 · May 10, 2019

BantyRooster97 said:
Great thread and awesome tank (took me 2 nights to get through it all)

Glad you liked it! Thanks for joining the journey!

Renton777 · Jun 16, 2019

Been working on a water mixing/storage station. Currently I just have a 55 gallon drum that I fill up, mix the salt in and the my auto water change drains it over the course of 4 or 5 days. Then it takes about 12 hours to fill up. I have always had the fear in the back of my find that I may need make a quick batch of saltwater in the case of an emergency, but if my barrel was about empty I would have to wait 12 hours.

So, I am working on the new setup using 2 x 105 gallon containers. Here is the dry run (minus the union valves that are on order).

And here is a quick picture to prove I still have tanks since it has been a while since I have posted an update.

YHSublime · Jun 17, 2019

Very nice! I wish I had the space for a water changing station! I also have the fear of not having enough when needed.

Renton777 · Jun 18, 2019

YHSublime said:
Very nice! I wish I had the space for a water changing station! I also have the fear of not having enough when needed.

I didn't use to have space, but we did a home addition and moved our washer and dryer......which left a perfect spot for the new water station

. All part of my long term master plan for a bigger tank. Next step, replace the carpet in the aquarium room with tile, plans are in the works to get that done in the late summer

YHSublime · Jun 19, 2019

Renton777 said:
I didn't use to have space, but we did a home addition and moved our washer and dryer......which left a perfect spot for the new water station . All part of my long term master plan for a bigger tank. Next step, replace the carpet in the aquarium room with tile, plans are in the works to get that done in the late summer

It’s maniacal!

I’ve always enjoyed the thought of a small tank with a ridiculously large sump.

How big are you planning?!

Renton777 · Jun 19, 2019

Below is what I am planning on. It is probably 9 months out before things get moving on this but the planning is well underway in my mind

. I have been subtly prepping my wife for this eventuality. I turn 40 next year and told her I feel a mid-life crisis coming on and the only cure for it is bigger tanks

Display Tank & Stand
108" long x 40" wide x 24" tall
Front Panel - Low Iron glass
Black vinyl background
External overflow - centered - 3 x 1.5" drains
4 Returns drilled in back, 3/4"
32" tall stand (this will allow enough space to house the equipment in the stand but still allow for easy look down & access into the display tank)

Frag Tank & Stand
72" long x 30" wide x 18" tall.
Black vinyl background
External overflow - centered - 3 x 1.5" drains
2 returns drrilled in back, 3/4"
30" tall stand

It will all be plumed as one system.

NPC · Jun 20, 2019

Renton777 said:
Display Tank & Stand
108" long x 40" wide x 24" tall

I was first like “how is 108g an upgrade?” Then I looked again and that was just the length. ;Wideyed Tell those guys in LEAR to hit the gym.

Renton777 · Jun 20, 2019

NPC said:
I was first like “how is 108g an upgrade?” Then I looked again and that was just the length. ;Wideyed Tell those guys in LEAR to hit the gym.

I will be putting them on a strict diet and training regimen starting 3 months before the tanks arrive

Daniel@R2R · Jun 20, 2019

I can't remember the last time I was this excited about someone else's upgrade!!!

Scurvy · Jun 20, 2019

Renton777 said:
I didn't use to have space, but we did a home addition and moved our washer and dryer......which left a perfect spot for the new water station . All part of my long term master plan for a bigger tank. Next step, replace the carpet in the aquarium room with tile, plans are in the works to get that done in the late summer

You planning to sneak into Than’s when he isn’t looking to score an empty tank?!?

Edit: i should've kept reading for the reveal!