Ok, my time as come to start by build thread. I've been watching @Tonycass12 @Arcu2 @FrontRangeReefer Marine X 60.2 threads, but probably time to start mine. Just to document progress, ask questions and contribute my own experience for others. No ETA for the tank yet, but hopefully soon. This list was compiled with help from my Bro, who owns an LFS and one of his sales reps who's knowledgeable with equipment.
Inspiration:
This D2mini's 130g Rimless Cube was always an inspiration... http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1757436
This 2Sunny's @2Sunny 240 Coral Garden Cube too... I mean, look at that reef-scape!? https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/2sunnys-240-coral-garden-cube.52704/
Always liked the cube look, with nice dynamic depth, a mixed reef with an SPS-dominant flare. That's the plan, with inspiration from these two tanks.
Tank:
Waterbox Marine X 60.2, White Cabinet
Lighting:
Ecotech XR15 Pro with diffuser (x1)
OR 3 Bar UV Spectrum (x2)
Orphek mounting arm kit
Going all LED, for a T5/LED hybrid look; recommended by my not-so-local LFS, after I asked what the best T5/LED combo would be. Hoping for the same look, but without changing the bulbs every 6 months. The idea is to minimize shadowing, primarily.
Skimmer:
Maxspect Jump SK400
Rated for 100 gallons, high bioload. So should be able to handle it all!
Return Pump:
Apex Cor20
(with VCA random flow generators)
trying to really capitalize on all the apex has to offer
Circulation Pump:
VorTech MP10WQD x1
(if I have to get two, I will, but seeing what I can get away with)
ATO:
Exo ATO
(this one seems to have the best reviews out there and apparently the Apex one sucks?)
Automation:
Apex EL
DOS Dosing Pump (+/- DDS reservoir for two-part)
Trident
Other:
Live rock
Sand (I don't know... if anyone can sway me on the matter, feel free)
Some Concerns:
Location (painters tape marking):
It's going to be seeing indirect, natural light from these windows... hoping algae won't be too much of a nuisance. Plan is to "test" the tank here and hope for the best:
Fish room? Hoping to wire some stuff through the wall to this area and have a "panel" for Apex, Lights, Pumps, Trident, etc. But don't know if the wires will be long enough... need 2-3 feet, because tank is just past this portion of the wall, and will have to "feed" it to this portion of the wall. Going to map it all out when I have the equipment and see the length of the wires... but if anyone has feedback, happy to take it.
Happy Reefing!
Any advice, comments, suggestions for improvement are always welcome.
I'll update this thread regularly
Inspiration:
This D2mini's 130g Rimless Cube was always an inspiration... http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1757436
This 2Sunny's @2Sunny 240 Coral Garden Cube too... I mean, look at that reef-scape!? https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/2sunnys-240-coral-garden-cube.52704/
Always liked the cube look, with nice dynamic depth, a mixed reef with an SPS-dominant flare. That's the plan, with inspiration from these two tanks.
Tank:
Waterbox Marine X 60.2, White Cabinet
Lighting:
Ecotech XR15 Pro with diffuser (x1)
OR 3 Bar UV Spectrum (x2)
Orphek mounting arm kit
Going all LED, for a T5/LED hybrid look; recommended by my not-so-local LFS, after I asked what the best T5/LED combo would be. Hoping for the same look, but without changing the bulbs every 6 months. The idea is to minimize shadowing, primarily.
Skimmer:
Maxspect Jump SK400
Rated for 100 gallons, high bioload. So should be able to handle it all!
Return Pump:
Apex Cor20
(with VCA random flow generators)
Waterbox Marine and Reef Pro | Vivid Creative Aquatics
vividcreativeaquatics.com
trying to really capitalize on all the apex has to offer
Circulation Pump:
VorTech MP10WQD x1
(if I have to get two, I will, but seeing what I can get away with)
ATO:
Exo ATO
(this one seems to have the best reviews out there and apparently the Apex one sucks?)
Automation:
Apex EL
DOS Dosing Pump (+/- DDS reservoir for two-part)
Trident
Other:
Live rock
Sand (I don't know... if anyone can sway me on the matter, feel free)
Some Concerns:
Location (painters tape marking):
It's going to be seeing indirect, natural light from these windows... hoping algae won't be too much of a nuisance. Plan is to "test" the tank here and hope for the best:
Fish room? Hoping to wire some stuff through the wall to this area and have a "panel" for Apex, Lights, Pumps, Trident, etc. But don't know if the wires will be long enough... need 2-3 feet, because tank is just past this portion of the wall, and will have to "feed" it to this portion of the wall. Going to map it all out when I have the equipment and see the length of the wires... but if anyone has feedback, happy to take it.
Happy Reefing!
Any advice, comments, suggestions for improvement are always welcome.
I'll update this thread regularly
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