*Unofficial* Mini Complete Tank Contest

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I just added a vinyl background to my tank, and picking out font to do a decal on the front :)

I think it's about time to start my build thread!
 

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Rachel541 said:
I've ordered one :D
I'm in the UK so wont be in the running for the prize but have always liked the look of these and this is a good excuse to give it a go! :)

Fingers crossed it arrives in time!
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Yay! I'm happy you're in for the fun! It'll be super awesome to see what you're all coming up with on start day.
 
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Ben's Pico Reefing said:
Do you have a count how many are in the competition so far?
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I don't, but I might have to take the time to go back and count people. I hadn't been because I figure there'll be a handful of people that drop out or forget to join. I'm sort of just excited to see how many people show up on start day lol
 
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Got my tank in today from AliExpress WAY earlier then shipping expected date of October 6th. It seems their is a magic place is china called sesame street, IL that ships super quick.... Maybe Super Grover dropped it off?

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Mine arrived packed well and in good condition, I went for the black tank with blue light LED. The blue light has 12000 LM so I believe I may stay with it. If I find something in the 20000 LM range that isn't going to just blast the tiny tank, or feel that the LM rating on the light is over estimated I may upgrade later.

The stock pump is 110 l/h (29g) and falls on the size range or 1 1/2"x1 1/3"x 1 1/8" this pump has a 1/3" nozzle. I do not really like this set up for return and will be trying to figure out a modification before water is in it.
I'll wait till October to start any modifications per the rules of the competition.

I do not have any current tanks set up so I am starting with a dry scape and sand. Sadly living in the middle of nowhere, and moving in mid October even further out into the plains, I have extremely limited resources lol. Hopefully I will be able to cycle well to catch up with everyone who is using a more direct method.

Hope everyone gets their tanks just as quickly! I can't wait to see what everyone comes up with!!
 
Moose.Jy said:
Got my tank in today from AliExpress WAY earlier then shipping expected date of October 6th. It seems their is a magic place is china called sesame street, IL that ships super quick.... Maybe Super Grover dropped it off?

IMG_20210909_110253715.jpg


Mine arrived packed well and in good condition, I went for the black tank with blue light LED. The blue light has 12000 LM so I believe I may stay with it. If I find something in the 20000 LM range that isn't going to just blast the tiny tank, or feel that the LM rating on the light is over estimated I may upgrade later.

The stock pump is 110 l/h (29g) and falls on the size range or 1 1/2"x1 1/3"x 1 1/8" this pump has a 1/3" nozzle. I do not really like this set up for return and will be trying to figure out a modification before water is in it.
I'll wait till October to start any modifications per the rules of the competition.

I do not have any current tanks set up so I am starting with a dry scape and sand. Sadly living in the middle of nowhere, and moving in mid October even further out into the plains, I have extremely limited resources lol. Hopefully I will be able to cycle well to catch up with everyone who is using a more direct method.

Hope everyone gets their tanks just as quickly! I can't wait to see what everyone comes up with!!
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I’m not a huge fan of the way the return nozzle fits into the tank. It seems like it would leak.
 
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Moose.Jy said:
Got my tank in today from AliExpress WAY earlier then shipping expected date of October 6th. It seems their is a magic place is china called sesame street, IL that ships super quick.... Maybe Super Grover dropped it off?

IMG_20210909_110253715.jpg


Mine arrived packed well and in good condition, I went for the black tank with blue light LED. The blue light has 12000 LM so I believe I may stay with it. If I find something in the 20000 LM range that isn't going to just blast the tiny tank, or feel that the LM rating on the light is over estimated I may upgrade later.

The stock pump is 110 l/h (29g) and falls on the size range or 1 1/2"x1 1/3"x 1 1/8" this pump has a 1/3" nozzle. I do not really like this set up for return and will be trying to figure out a modification before water is in it.
I'll wait till October to start any modifications per the rules of the competition.

I do not have any current tanks set up so I am starting with a dry scape and sand. Sadly living in the middle of nowhere, and moving in mid October even further out into the plains, I have extremely limited resources lol. Hopefully I will be able to cycle well to catch up with everyone who is using a more direct method.

Hope everyone gets their tanks just as quickly! I can't wait to see what everyone comes up with!!
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Awsome and funny. I actually reached out to tank.mods who then had me ask MiniCompleteTank themselves on what the PAR rating is for each setting. I also have been doing some digging online but now luck yet.
 
carlson said:
I’m not a huge fan of the way the return nozzle fits into the tank. It seems like it would leak.
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tyet.there is no issue with the nozzle fits. The way it is built, even if it does leak, will drop back into the sump. I havent had any issues. If you do plan on making it more closed, I think the best would be to get long flexible tubing such as the thin airline and connecting and sealing to the tank with a nozzle. You can then use more rigid for the inside return of display. This will allow you to pull apart. Add a control valve to even stop any backsyphoning that can occur. I havent had any issues with mine as is. Just a bit messy if not careful.
 
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Apparently it's mail day for a few of us!

Very glad I have an upcoming vacation in Sept, or I might be tempted to hang the contest and start it early.

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IF YOU HAD TO TAKE A REEFING EXAM, WOULD YOU PASS?

  • Yes!

    Votes: 32 45.7%

  • Not yet, but I have one that I want to buy in mind!

    Votes: 9 12.9%

  • No.

    Votes: 26 37.1%

  • Other (please explain).

    Votes: 3 4.3%
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