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    in General Discussion

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    I was around when we used to use "The Reef Tank" as our main forum.  We had a few sub forums, but it was pretty bad.  I was there when we first went live with PNWMAS.org.  I was also a charter member and the clubs first Secretary.  I'm like that stain you can't get out of your shirt. 

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    Bulkhead leak

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    I use a product called Plumbers Grease on the basket when installing bulkheads. I would highly recommend it. The product is inert and stands up to salt water to keep the gasket lubricated. I took down a tank after 5 years and the gaskets still felt slippery with the grease. It's about $3 for a little thing of it at Home Depot. usually takes 4-5 people there to find it.

    I'll see if I can find some. I plan on a full re-plumb in the next year. I want to do everything right this time with true unions and a large dc pump for the closed loop. It will take a full tank tear down to do it.

    Bulkhead leak

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    A little bit of water damage to a part of the stand that does not effect the structure. I added a 3/4 inch piece of plywood and a 3/4 inch layer of hard foam to the top of the stand. The original stand had a pressboard top. That's where the water damage is but it doesn't support any weight. At some point I will redo all of my plumbing.

    Bulkhead leak

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    Nothing like coming home to a bulkhead leak. 2 hours and a saws all later the bulkhead has been replaced. Giving it some drying time before filling the tank back up. I haven't had a leak issue in a long time. I hope my other bulkheads hold up. The seal was brittle in the bad bulkhead. The tank has been up for 10 years. Fingers crossed.

    Can I see a show of hands? Who has a BIG tank?

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    240 gallon display. 100 gallon sump. 55 gallon fuge/remote deep sand bed. Not to rain on your parade, but I stopped adding things up after I hit $15000.00. That was 8 years, a tank crash, complete rebuild and changeover of all equipment ago. The more you try to do it cheaply, the more you will spend getting the right equipment later. My skimmer alone was $1000.00. Wait that was my second skimmer. The first one was $600.00 (Beckett) and a $300.00 iwaki pump to drive it. I'm a big diyer but I learned in time that you get what you pay for in this hobby. I will be watching your build to see how you are going to make this happen. I wish you success.

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    Officer Nominations

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    Nominations are now open in the Members forum for PNWMAS Officer Positions.

     

    You must be a supporting member to nominate, be nominated, or vote.

     

    The term for the new Officers will be from July 1st 2016 to June 30 2017.

     

    Now is the time for your voice to be heard. Put your nominations in. Nominate yourself. Be a part of the team.

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    2016 Hatfield Marine Science Center Behind-The-Scenes-Tour

    in Hatfield Marine Science Center

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    Here is an update! We are all set to go! :yahoo::cheer:

     

      On Sunday, April 17th, 2016 PNWMAS will have an exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Tour of the  Hatfield  Marine Science center, and of the Oregon  Coast Aquarium. PNWMAS is making a Donation to HMSC. Any additional donations at the door are optional We will begin by meeting at :

     

    Hatfield Marine Science Center  - Visitor Center

    2030 SE Marine Science Drive (Located next to the Oregon Coast Aquarium)

    Newport, Oregon 97365-5296

    We suggest arriving at 9:30 AM. The tour will begin at 10:00AM. We will be guided through the Center, and also get a behind-the-scenes look at the operations and educational facilities at HMSC.

    At 11:00 AM we will proceed to the Aquarium Science Building. (It’s right down the road, and a map will be provided.)

     

    At Noon, we will head back to the

    Oregon Coast Aquarium

    2820 SE Ferry Slip Road

    Newport OR 97365 http://maps.google.c...ewport OR&hl=en

     

    We will meet in front of the door around 12:30 PM. You may want to bring along sandwiches for a quick lunch. There is a Café  inside the Aquarium. The first tour of 15 people will begin at 1:00PM. The second tour will begin at 2:00PM

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    Price for the Oregon Coast Aquarium Behind-The-Scenes Tour is  $15.00 per person. This tour is for ages 8 and up, and does require some climbing of stairs.

     

    There is also the cost of admittance to the Aquarium.

    Ages 3-12 $11.65 - [supporting PNWMAS Members $6.65]

    Ages 13-17 $16.15 - [supporting PNWMAS Members $11.15]

    Adults $17.95 - [supporting PNWMAS Members $12.95]

    Seniors 65 and over $16.15 - [supporting PNWMAS Members $11.15]

    Supporting (paid) PNWMAS Members will receive a $5.00 discount on the price of admission.

    If you are not currently a Supporting Member, this would be a good time to join!

    Payment will be for admission to Oregon Coast Aquarium, and the cost of the Behind-The-Scenes Tour. We will make one group payment at the door, so you we will need all payments in advance.

     

    Once a Paypal link has been set up, we will post it here, and in the Meeting and Events Forum.

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