Lovesalt Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Thanks to Brian67, I am now the proud owner of this beauty. It's a 120 gallon starphire glass on a custom stand. Time to get this party started! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Well look at you Suzie! Ready to roll. I love the Oceanic tanks very well built but sure are heavy!!! If anyone would have seen the stand before!!!! It was a plywood box . When I purchased this breakdown I as told "comes with a custom stand" well let's just say a few dollars later and a little work, it now fits in well with Suzie's remodel!! Good luck Suzie now get this thing wet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltwater newbie Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Very nice looks really good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisQ Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Love seeing a new tank coming together! Suzie, i believe i read Brian got a nice Rainbow bubble tip from you in the past, when your tank is ready, i've got a nice one for you as a tank warming gift Can't wait for it to come to life ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisQ Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Well look at you Suzie! Ready to roll. I love the Oceanic tanks very well built but sure are heavy!!! If anyone would have seen the stand before!!!! It was a plywood box . When I purchased this breakdown I as told "comes with a custom stand" well let's just say a few dollars later and a little work, it now fits in well with Suzie's remodel!! Good luck Suzie now get this thing wet! Very nice color match on the stain, assuming it's your work. From one finish carpenter to possibly another.....Though, i thought you were a painter I'm starting to look at you as a jack of trades Very nice work man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 2, 2016 Author Share Posted October 2, 2016 Important question: Please give your input! This tank and stand are at about 500 pounds already. Once this is up and running it's going to weigh a ton. We have it positioned in the middle of the house. Basement underneath. We are concerned about the floor being able to support all this weight. Thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Suzie do you know which way your floor joists are running? Engineers will all tell you "i would suppirt" it but i will tell you in most case it woukd require the perfect storm to fall througg its similar to skinning a stand every pieces plays a part in tge strength post beam type of floor joists size of nails subfloor thickness and type flooring etc being a prior general contractor and knowing how things are buikt I would have no problem putting a 120 anywhere in a house but i know tge nay sayers will argue but you know what i say they can go do!!!!!! Enjoy your new baby and worry less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Can you get a picture of the joists underneath the tank by chance or is the basement ceiling finished? I have 340 gallons in a 4x4 spot in the upstairs office, but it happened to straddle a huge beam. Lucked out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Shes got a load bearing wall uner it similar to yours jeremy and house is built in tge 40's so more than likely "true" 2x lumber 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Very nice color match on the stain, assuming it's your work. From one finish carpenter to possibly another.....Though, i thought you were a painter I'm starting to look at you as a jack of trades Very nice work man! Thanks Chris but suzie stain it i jyst reskinned tge plywood box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Thanks Chris but suzie stain it i jyst reskinned tge plywood box Not s painter im actually a cop. Used to be a general contractor so i can get myself around a few projects lol! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 2, 2016 Author Share Posted October 2, 2016 Anybody free today to help get this going? I need help plumbing it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertareef Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 Great tank and stand and nice location as well. Can't wait to see this one come to life. Hope the plumbing went well yesterday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanoreefer17 Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 looks great! ready to see some water! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoparFan2016 Posted October 3, 2016 Share Posted October 3, 2016 I too can't wait to see this thing in full swing! I'm glad you didn't get discouraged after the tank crash. That's what I call passion! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 4, 2016 Author Share Posted October 4, 2016 Snafoo #1 Wrong size plumbing parts... Back to the store. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninjabeaver Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Snafoo #1 Wrong size plumbing parts... Back to the store. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Everytime...I think I had to go 4 different times to three different places...and I now wish I had gotten a good gate valve instead of a ball valve to adjust the main drain. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertareef Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Well, you are not alone. I, like Nijabeaver, made at least 4 and that was after drawing it all out. Always seems to be something I overlooked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 And now I have plumbing!!! Thanks to my new best friend Brian67 :-) So Sunday I will be adding water and turning power on. Unfortunately tomorrow I'm committed to helping family at the beach but Sunday will be mine! Baby steps...but I'm getting there. Happy!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Pictures!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectra Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ What he said and details........what sump and equipment are you running? Lights? oh and more pictures or did we cover that one already....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ What he said and details........what sump and equipment are you running? Lights? oh and more pictures or did we cover that one already....... Yeh no kidding right? All the elements of a good built but leaves us hanging Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 Used about 5 parts of the 500 I bought. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovesalt Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share Posted October 8, 2016 Used about 5 parts of the 500 I bought. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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