Tswifty's Custom 40g Rimless Build Thread - Page 40

MeVsTheWorld · 05/13/2009, 09:26 PM

Very nice TJ. So how many fish is that now?

Tswifty · 05/13/2009, 09:29 PM

Thanks Bill.

Hmmm... I dunno... 11 or 12 I think.

DiscoReefRover · 05/13/2009, 09:30 PM

Score!!!!! thats always a proud moment ...gotta love clowns

DiscoReefRover · 05/13/2009, 09:31 PM

nice ratio of gallons to fish I think you might have me beat....lol

Taqpol · 05/13/2009, 10:04 PM

Where do you get float switches like that?

Tswifty · 05/13/2009, 10:16 PM

http://www.aquahub.com/store/index.html

Tswifty · 05/13/2009, 10:19 PM

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Originally posted by DiscoReefRover
Score!!!!! thats always a proud moment ...gotta love clowns

Thanks man... I struck out with every clown/nem combination before. I'm pumped that these guys worked out.

Guess the RBTA is staying now.

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Originally posted by DiscoReefRover
nice ratio of gallons to fish I think you might have me beat....lol

OwNeD162 · 05/13/2009, 11:16 PM

That's AWESOME

! Very cool TJ! Your very own clown / anenome pair

! Congrats!

Tswifty · 05/13/2009, 11:28 PM

Thanks... I'm pretty excited about it. My little sister was already in bed when I noticed it... but she's going to flip when she sees it tomorrow.

Side note... Even with the large bottom piece, the waste container is still too light, and floats whenever the ATO reservoir is filled. So I have 2 options I can pursue...

a.) Run a long tube across my sump over to where the Ca Reactor is, and set the container in front of the reactor, outside the sump.

b.) Drop a 5lb dumbbell in the container (which is enough to sink it), and leave it as is.

2frosty4u · 05/14/2009, 06:00 AM

Congrats on the clown-nem pairing. I'm jealous....It's been over a year and i'm still waiting for mine to hook up.

LAK · 05/14/2009, 07:10 AM

Looks like Im not getting that nem now

2frosty4u · 05/14/2009, 07:48 AM

TJ may still change his mind when the nem grows and starts zapping his beautiful SPS.

LAK · 05/14/2009, 08:01 AM

By that time it'll be to big for my tank too lol. O well, I'll get over it haha.

OwNeD162 · 05/14/2009, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Tswifty
Thanks... I'm pretty excited about it. My little sister was already in bed when I noticed it... but she's going to flip when she sees it tomorrow.

Side note... Even with the large bottom piece, the waste container is still too light, and floats whenever the ATO reservoir is filled. So I have 2 options I can pursue...

a.) Run a long tube across my sump over to where the Ca Reactor is, and set the container in front of the reactor, outside the sump.

b.) Drop a 5lb dumbbell in the container (which is enough to sink it), and leave it as is.

I'd probably vote option b, that way if it overflows, it overflows back into another container

melev · 05/14/2009, 01:36 PM

Hey TJ,

What pump is that switch turning on and off? More importantly, how many watts?

I just did a presentation about ATOs to our club last night, and showed that exact method of how I have mine wired, but then I went into the discussion about how to use Aquahub's better, safer relay system. Using a 12v relay with 12v power supply, it can trigger and allow 110v to pass through the cord to the item plugged in (your skimmer pump). That way the switch can't be overpowered and burn up.

On my own system, the switch is powering a AquaLifter, a pump that uses 3w of power. It doesn't pull enough juice to nuke the switch.

So while it may be working perfectly, I would just like to recommend you explain to your tank sitters what to do if that switch fails while you are out of town. Clearly mark the cord from the skimmer's pump so they know to relocate it if something goes wrong, where to plug it in, and what to do about waste accumulation in the waste collector or skimmer cup. Basically a just-in-case scenario.

OwNeD162 · 05/14/2009, 04:49 PM

Have a good, safe trip TJ

Tswifty · 05/15/2009, 12:34 PM

Well... I'm here

My flight ended up getting delayed for about 3-1/2 hours, so I got in a little late. The first thing I noticed when I walked into my Uncle's house... a 270g L-shaped FOWLR tank.

DiscoReefRover · 05/15/2009, 12:37 PM

Pictures!!!!!!

psteeleb · 05/15/2009, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Tswifty
Well... I'm here

My flight ended up getting delayed for about 3-1/2 hours, so I got in a little late. The first thing I noticed when I walked into my Uncle's house... a 270g L-shaped FOWLR tank.

Sweet - any chance of posting some pictures?

Tswifty · 05/15/2009, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 2frosty4u
Congrats on the clown-nem pairing. I'm jealous....It's been over a year and i'm still waiting for mine to hook up.

Thanks...I ended up SOL on my previous attempts., so I'm pretty excited this match worked out. I'm going to cut back on feedings for the RBTA now that they paired up. Initially I was nervous about the RBTA being too small, so I was feeding it 2-3 times per week with Mysis and Brine Shrimp.

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Originally posted by LAK
Looks like Im not getting that nem now

No way Jose.

Quote:

Originally posted by 2frosty4u
TJ may still change his mind when the nem grows and starts zapping his beautiful SPS.

Haha... hopefully that won't happen too quickly. I've heard that some people have had BTA's and SPS live together without conflict. The RBTA has been slapping up against my RDE Zoanthids and Steel Blue Chalice, and thus far I haven't noticed any damage.

If it does become an issue, I may have to talk to Keith about a Clown/Anemone tank.

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Originally posted by OwNeD162
I'd probably vote option b, that way if it overflows, it overflows back into another container

I actually sat the container beside the stand. It just seemed to be a safer alternative with my rushed time frame. My little sister is supposed to call me later today, and give me a status updae.

Quote:

Originally posted by melev
Hey TJ,

What pump is that switch turning on and off? More importantly, how many watts?

I just did a presentation about ATOs to our club last night, and showed that exact method of how I have mine wired, but then I went into the discussion about how to use Aquahub's better, safer relay system. Using a 12v relay with 12v power supply, it can trigger and allow 110v to pass through the cord to the item plugged in (your skimmer pump). That way the switch can't be overpowered and burn up.

On my own system, the switch is powering a AquaLifter, a pump that uses 3w of power. It doesn't pull enough juice to nuke the switch.

So while it may be working perfectly, I would just like to recommend you explain to your tank sitters what to do if that switch fails while you are out of town. Clearly mark the cord from the skimmer's pump so they know to relocate it if something goes wrong, where to plug it in, and what to do about waste accumulation in the waste collector or skimmer cup. Basically a just-in-case scenario.

Aww.... shucks... that's not what I wanted to hear. The pump is a Sicce PSK-2500. I think it's 23 watts.

I guess the nice thing is that the skimmer pump is plugged into a white extension cord (the only white cord under the stand) so it sould be easy to locate if something goes wrong.

Tswifty · 05/15/2009, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by DiscoReefRover
Pictures!!!!!!

Quote:

Originally posted by psteeleb
Sweet - any chance of posting some pictures?

I totally left my camera on my dresser at home as I was rushing out the door to get to my delayed flight.

The tank is pretty unique in it's shape, but it could be an amazing setup with a little TLC. Apparently the tank was already set up when they bought the house 11 years ago. One of the first things I noticed was how few fish were in the tank... then I noticed a MASSIVE Clarkii clownfish... my unlce says the fish has to be 13+ years old, and takes out any fish they try to add.

chrismunn · 05/15/2009, 01:27 PM

maybe i missed this somewhere previously in the thread but whats bringing you to Texas TJ? are you going to check out any tanks while your in the area???

Tswifty · 05/15/2009, 02:01 PM

My Uncle invited me down to see the area and do some job searching.

I'm hoping to meet up with Pete and Marc to see their setups while I'm down here.

2frosty4u · 05/17/2009, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Tswifty
One of the first things I noticed was how few fish were in the tank... then I noticed a MASSIVE Clarkii clownfish... my unlce says the fish has to be 13+ years old, and takes out any fish they try to add.

Glad to hear you made it safe and sound to Texas. I think if had an aggresive fish that kept taking out my new additions, He'd be the next thing to get taken out...lol
I've never been a fan of Clarkii's thou.

JohnL · 05/17/2009, 07:40 AM

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05/13/2009, 09:26 PM	#976
MeVsTheWorld Salt Creep Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Stow, Ohio Posts: 1,235	Very nice TJ. So how many fish is that now? __________________ Revelation 3:21 To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. HST "There he goes. One of God's own prototypes. Some kind of high powered mutant never even considered for mass production. Too weird to live, and too rare to die." Current Tank Info: Almost Skimmerless 40g breeder w/ 20g sump-cryptic zone T5 & Powerbrite viewed mixed reef

05/13/2009, 09:29 PM	#977
Tswifty Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA Posts: 14,022	Thanks Bill. Hmmm... I dunno... 11 or 12 I think. __________________ "Enough light? Heck I could go barebottom and grow SPS in the stand!" - DiscoReefRover

05/13/2009, 09:30 PM	#978
DiscoReefRover Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Willowick, Ohio Posts: 1,603	Score!!!!! thats always a proud moment ...gotta love clowns __________________ "I hope I'm not going to be the first person who lost a fish, because it superglued it's mouth shut. " Tswifty New ohio DUI law..1st. OFF get 2 Browns TICs 2nd OFF you have to use them !!! Current Tank Info: Divorced ....looking for my next hole to fill!!

05/13/2009, 09:31 PM	#979
DiscoReefRover Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Willowick, Ohio Posts: 1,603	nice ratio of gallons to fish I think you might have me beat....lol __________________ "I hope I'm not going to be the first person who lost a fish, because it superglued it's mouth shut. " Tswifty New ohio DUI law..1st. OFF get 2 Browns TICs 2nd OFF you have to use them !!! Current Tank Info: Divorced ....looking for my next hole to fill!!

05/13/2009, 10:04 PM	#980
Taqpol Registered Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Durham, NC Posts: 2,205	Where do you get float switches like that? __________________ ^ Click on my username and 'Visit Taqpol's Home Page!" to view my 220 gallon custom Miracles tank! -Alex

05/13/2009, 10:16 PM	#981
Tswifty Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA Posts: 14,022	http://www.aquahub.com/store/index.html __________________ "Enough light? Heck I could go barebottom and grow SPS in the stand!" - DiscoReefRover

05/13/2009, 11:16 PM	#983
OwNeD162 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia Posts: 873	That's AWESOME ! Very cool TJ! Your very own clown / anenome pair ! Congrats! __________________ [URL=https://matchnow.info]Womans in your town[/URL] Current Tank Info: 2 x 1 x 1ft + EcoSystem Pro 40 HOB + 1 x 150W DE MH, 2 x 24W Actinic, Hailea HC- 150A 1/10 HP Chiller, Vortech MP20

05/13/2009, 11:28 PM	#984
Tswifty Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA Posts: 14,022	Thanks... I'm pretty excited about it. My little sister was already in bed when I noticed it... but she's going to flip when she sees it tomorrow. Side note... Even with the large bottom piece, the waste container is still too light, and floats whenever the ATO reservoir is filled. So I have 2 options I can pursue... a.) Run a long tube across my sump over to where the Ca Reactor is, and set the container in front of the reactor, outside the sump. b.) Drop a 5lb dumbbell in the container (which is enough to sink it), and leave it as is. __________________ "Enough light? Heck I could go barebottom and grow SPS in the stand!" - DiscoReefRover

05/14/2009, 06:00 AM	#985
2frosty4u Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 745	Congrats on the clown-nem pairing. I'm jealous....It's been over a year and i'm still waiting for mine to hook up. __________________ A small fish in a big aquarium

05/14/2009, 07:10 AM	#986
LAK Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 431	Looks like Im not getting that nem now

05/14/2009, 07:48 AM	#987
2frosty4u Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 745	TJ may still change his mind when the nem grows and starts zapping his beautiful SPS. __________________ A small fish in a big aquarium

05/14/2009, 08:01 AM	#988
LAK Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Greensburg, PA Posts: 431	By that time it'll be to big for my tank too lol. O well, I'll get over it haha.

05/14/2009, 01:36 PM	#990
melev Moved On Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Ft Worth, Tx Posts: 43,217	Hey TJ, What pump is that switch turning on and off? More importantly, how many watts? I just did a presentation about ATOs to our club last night, and showed that exact method of how I have mine wired, but then I went into the discussion about how to use Aquahub's better, safer relay system. Using a 12v relay with 12v power supply, it can trigger and allow 110v to pass through the cord to the item plugged in (your skimmer pump). That way the switch can't be overpowered and burn up. On my own system, the switch is powering a AquaLifter, a pump that uses 3w of power. It doesn't pull enough juice to nuke the switch. So while it may be working perfectly, I would just like to recommend you explain to your tank sitters what to do if that switch fails while you are out of town. Clearly mark the cord from the skimmer's pump so they know to relocate it if something goes wrong, where to plug it in, and what to do about waste accumulation in the waste collector or skimmer cup. Basically a just-in-case scenario.

05/14/2009, 04:49 PM	#991
OwNeD162 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia Posts: 873	Have a good, safe trip TJ __________________ [URL=https://matchnow.info]Womans in your town[/URL] Current Tank Info: 2 x 1 x 1ft + EcoSystem Pro 40 HOB + 1 x 150W DE MH, 2 x 24W Actinic, Hailea HC- 150A 1/10 HP Chiller, Vortech MP20

05/15/2009, 12:34 PM	#992
Tswifty Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA Posts: 14,022	Well... I'm here My flight ended up getting delayed for about 3-1/2 hours, so I got in a little late. The first thing I noticed when I walked into my Uncle's house... a 270g L-shaped FOWLR tank. __________________ "Enough light? Heck I could go barebottom and grow SPS in the stand!" - DiscoReefRover

05/15/2009, 12:37 PM	#993
DiscoReefRover Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Willowick, Ohio Posts: 1,603	Pictures!!!!!! __________________ "I hope I'm not going to be the first person who lost a fish, because it superglued it's mouth shut. " Tswifty New ohio DUI law..1st. OFF get 2 Browns TICs 2nd OFF you have to use them !!! Current Tank Info: Divorced ....looking for my next hole to fill!!

05/15/2009, 01:27 PM	#997
chrismunn Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 4,200	maybe i missed this somewhere previously in the thread but whats bringing you to Texas TJ? are you going to check out any tanks while your in the area??? __________________ Marine Aquarists Association of South Texas Austin Reef Club PBITAWA... Current Tank Info: 14g bio cube

05/15/2009, 02:01 PM	#998
Tswifty Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA Posts: 14,022	My Uncle invited me down to see the area and do some job searching. I'm hoping to meet up with Pete and Marc to see their setups while I'm down here. __________________ "Enough light? Heck I could go barebottom and grow SPS in the stand!" - DiscoReefRover

05/17/2009, 07:40 AM	#1000
JohnL RC Staff Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 14,431	This thread was automatically split due to performance issues. You can find the rest of the thread here: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...readid=1639131