The down sizing begins!!!

[VintageReefer]

OMG yes thats awesome!!! Good find as this help a lot

It’s a incredible tank and we have hammered the company with questions. Everything is over built. The 2 vertical partitions in the cabinet are structural supports also, and being a frameless tank, you don’t want any sagging or flexing in the middle. Ghost overflow, comes herbie but supports bean animal, pass thrus for wires, hangers / stress relief for return pipe, felt stickers wherever plumbing has a chance of rubbing glass, guide rails so the ato slides in and out nicely, there’s just tons of little extras you find as you dig into this.

 

[Manose]

It’s a incredible tank and we have hammered the company with questions. Everything is over built. The 2 vertical partitions in the cabinet are structural supports also, and being a frameless tank, you don’t want any sagging or flexing in the middle. Ghost overflow, comes herbie but supports bean animal, pass thrus for wires, hangers / stress relief for return pipe, felt stickers wherever plumbing has a chance of rubbing glass, guide rails so the ato slides in and out nicely, there’s just tons of little extras you find as you dig into this.

Well I have everything I would need from my current tank so this would be a deal for me like the 2x 36in pre production hybrid noops

 

[VintageReefer]

Well I have everything I would need from my current tank so this would be a deal for me like the 2x 36in pre production hybrid noops

Oh you’re all set then!

Comes on a pallet curbside delivery. Have help to get it inside, or tell the seller ahead of time you need garage delivery (up charge from shipping company of 60-80$)

 

[VintageReefer]

If you get one join our main thread I posted!

 

[Manose]

If you get one join our main thread I posted!

i will just on vacation at the beach so will get more crazy when I get home

 

[Manose]

Well it's that time I dreaded but has to be done.
I want to go smaller and the first thing has to go is my livestock then the tank. I am keeping all the equipment for the tank as I have to go smaller.
I need ideas on the best way to part with my live stock?(UPDATE just sold my livestock)
I will take better pictures later today

 

[VintageReefer]

Best way to part is with LFS or local hobbiests or get some materials and guidance on shipping

If you ship I’ll take some rfa’s!

 

[Manose]

Best way to part is with LFS or local hobbiests or get some materials and guidance on shipping

If you ship I’ll take some rfa’s!

I have no lfs near me but I did a post on facebook to get some advice from people in my area

 

[Manose]

Made a short video

 

[Manose]

Shots from today

 

[Manose]

The journey never ends as now we have a new path...........................................
I have sold the 750xxl and starting tomorrow we are going to start moving out the coral and begin prepping for the next tank.
I love this thread as it shows my stumbles and stupidity while having coverstaions with people from all over the world.
Once you start a reef tank it becomes impossible to live without one so I want to use this current build thread to get input on my next adventure. I have been lookin at a few tanks and want thoughts on the direction I take:

This was my first choice as I wanted something 48in as it fits perfect into the space perfectly

INFINIA Frag 125.4

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With my lights this is and easy coverage as I have my Noopsyche hybrid at 36in with legs that fo out way past 48in plus with 4 xr15 gen 5 blues it would be amazing

Next is a tank that I love the sump and overall tank design

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Again perfect way to light the tank and keep sps or anything I want

Here is a tank that I love, but lighting it bothers me because of its shape 36x36 footprint. I know that 4 xr15's would handle it but I would have to gind a way to hank the lights,not to mention it takes 6 monthes to get the tank and thats scary long

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The last tank I have considered is anther easy to light tank with what I have on hand

INFINIA Reef 150.4

Waterbox Aquariums® takes pride in hand-crafting stunning glass display aquariums that are renowned for superior cleanliness and quality.

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I want any and all input like pros and cons please!!!

 

[dantimdad]

Good to see you!

That’s a nice tank to go to.

 

[Manose]

Good to see you!

That’s a nice tank to go to.

I have even thought goin as low as this 50g

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[VintageReefer]

Build Thread - JoJo's No Funny Business Office Tank Thread

Guessing flameback angelfish wasn't on your "keep" list :) https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/jojos-im-40l-aio-please-step-into-my-office.966484/post-12605065 My luck is so terrible that I wouldn’t even consider them. I just think these are the tastiest corals in the market. They are the first...

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Low Iron Reef Aquarium 83 Gallon 48 X 20 X 20 12 Mm Glass Thickness - Etsy

This Aquariums & Tank Decor item by AquaTerraDecor has 25 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Escondido, CA. Listed on May 31, 2024

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1600 shipped for 83g rimless + 26g sump + 9g ato + handmade cabinet + plumbing kit

48x20x20
Stand is 36” tall

 

[VintageReefer]

@Manose

Mines in my garage waiting to get started

 

[VintageReefer]

We have users who removed a baffle to install a fleece roller and we found algae scrubbers that fit perfect - if you want to go either of those routes

 

[VintageReefer]

I might be able to get you an extra discount also but it depends on how far you are because shipping costs them 300-600$

I can get members this tank with the plumbing kit as low as 1100 if they can pick it up, and if you need it shipped I can get you up to 10% off depending on your location. If you are interested let me know, there are only approx 13 left and once they are gone…the deal is over!

 

[X-37B]

I have the ext 50 and ext 170.
Both are the full system.
They are very nice plug and play systems.

k

 

[Manose]

I have the ext 50 and ext 170.
Both are the full system.
They are very nice plug and play systems.

k

Beautiful tanks I just wish the lagoon 112 had a shorter turnaround time cause 6 months is horrible

 

[X-37B]

Beautiful tanks I just wish the lagoon 112 had a shorter turnaround time cause 6 months is horrible

I had the opposite results when I ordered my 170. The site said 6 months so I had a plan in place for the wait.
2 weeks after I placed the order I got an email that said it had shipped.
It arrived in less than 3 weeks from order.
I get it it if you cant wait but the systems are worth the wait, imo.
I have had so many different systems over 30+ years that I wanted a complete system and was willing to wait.
The reason was an lfs had the ext 50 as a frag system and I was surprised at the quality and the complete system was simple. The stand was a plus as I would never do a wood stand again.
Sometimes a system is worth the wait, but only you can decide that.
Good luck with whatever system you go with.