@ktran

I know, so close yet so far!

I'm first runner up! Not second!!

@everyone vote vote vote, last day! Need the last push!

I like the exploded view, don't know why... it just tickles my brain the right way

We've built a great 80/20 stand builder so you can see quickly how to build it out. https://westcoastreefers.com/stand-builder

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> @BackbayReef wrote: > I got a wood stand (ok, was an old furniture) for my AIO 65gal tank. I would love to build an 8020 stand one of these days. I’m just waiting for @ktran to go first and then he’ll be build mine. > > Honestly guys - it’s too complicated since the various parts are in the millions! I wish if there’s a “template” (or AI bot) that will order for me? I just want a 48x24x30 stand — show me what I need to order as a KIT??? There's a site that has that, but you pay major tax for them to do it for you. I'm almost there on pulling the trigger

I forget how awesome this forum is that we have GIFS

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Been doing the research on a 5ft tank. Ultimately 80/20 is the choice. You can always customize and add to it easily and esp for a 12ft tank, it's an investment knowing you'll never have to change it out or replace it if you build it right. Initial cost is high for sure and still have to figure out how to skin it, but I think you'll be able to easily figure that one out

Welcome! Glad you're here. Awesome tank!

> @BackbayReef wrote: > Voted - how much are you offering us in return? 🤣 2 pesos

> @Fog_King_Reefer wrote: > Were you thinking of something like the light mount in this thread? https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/this-is-it-my-last-build-thread.1037561/page-2 That would be awesome for sure, looks so clean

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> @Drexl wrote: > That's a pretty good deal for all of that material/hardware. Yeah, I'd chop and re-built it a bit, but it's CHEAP for what it includes.

> @mescobar wrote: > smart idea, it's just adult legos right? should be relatively easy to disassemble/reassemble That was my thought lol. Just need maybe another 200 in extrusion 😅

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1353066793415256/?mibextid=dXMIcH Wondering if getting this and a couple more pieces would be cheaper. ..

> @Officereef760 wrote: > I ordered for tnutz.com. They cut and drill everything for me. I was pleased with the pricing compared to other options. Yeah Tnutz seems the cheapest for retail, looking from FB marketplace could cut the cost in 1/2 almost. Then have to cut ect, may be worth it

> @WIshntoboutside wrote: > Ok . I found his information. Look up Prime Resources inc in Corona. His name is Oscar I do not want to post his number as it could be his mobile. Great guy Thanks man!

> @Drexl wrote: > Then you may be safe with an extra thick top, as long as the complete bottom of the tank is supported by that material. Then the question may be how does it look with an overhang? Is that something you’re good with? Yeah, that's the only question....the overhang.... Guess it sucks being cheap lol

> @Drexl wrote: > I’m not sure, it might work? Personally I would feel comfortable if the edges/sides were partially supported directly below, but I’m not sure about the physics? If the stand was steel or aluminum, probably safe, but for wood stands, I want complete support. I think the reason why all of the Red Sea tanks fail, it’s because the front panel is completely unsupported. I think if the material you use has enough mass/strength, then it could work. Gotcha makes sense. It is an extruded aluminum stand and the tank did leak lol. I believe the bigger issue is red sea's silicone is terrible as their g2 tanks still leaked with their stand "fix"

> @Drexl wrote: > I drilled and tapped the legs so I could add leveling feet, which I find necessary for a nice level stand. You can wrap the stand with expanded PVC panels and they make them in all different colors. There’s plenty of hardware for attaching the panels. Def will add leveling feet. I found a red sea stand where the tank leaked. But it's only 24wide and the tank is 26 wide.... wondering if I put plywood or marble/granite on top that 1" will be ok each side.... 🤔

> @WIshntoboutside wrote: > There is a guy in corona that sells 8020 so you do not have to pay for shipping on things he also does design stuff as he was referred to me from 802O I will find his number and message you Please do, thanks

Look awesome. I'm a proponent for getting gonis off the sand, I don't think they do as well on sand as on rock.

> @janiners305 wrote: > Could we get a place to add vendor feedback and or reviews? Moreso for the vendors that aren't local to us, but that we have dealt with, to recommend (or warn against) to other hobbyists? Mainly for online vendors, but of course I'll leave that up to someone more qualified than me. Added!

Absolutely. I will work on this!

> @Ndrwater wrote: > I might need one of those... They are 100% worth it

I'm impatient so I use the Hanna checker. Love it so far

No idea about other brands but my deltec 400i is as silent as can be

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> @mescobar wrote: > I think Ali in Orange carries some if you're feeling impatient > > I would love a reagent-less tester, however, I don't want to pay $900 for one. Maybe once the big guys come out with one, the AquaWiz will drop in price. I also heard the AquaWiz UI leaves a lot to be desired, maybe the next generation will be cheaper and more polished 🤞 > > I believe the AquaWiz also requires a third-party alk tester to set the baseline when setting up. Since it keeps track of alk based on pH changes, you need to supply the initial alk reading from a salifert test for example. We should clone it and build a new UI 🤣. The math and testing isn't that hard.... it really is like a $200 product tbh

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I told him to not let you in.... guess we need another new site

Love clams! Wonder if anyone has good pics of Alis split color clam from back in the day???

> @BackbayReef wrote: > Cause I have a disease — detritus in the sump bothers me so I need something to stir things up! I actually have 2 Nero3’s but they’re all seized up on me. I think gyres are better at that tbh. But you can always try different things.

> @BackbayReef wrote: > That is very cool - you’re a genius! > > I’m actually looking for a few cheap Nero3s to stick in my sump and this might come handy. Depends on why you need them in your sump lol

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Nice rescape, looks like tons of swimming space and nooks and crannies.

If anyone snorkels i heard laguna is CLEAR right now too.

> @Ndrwater wrote: > I've been threatening and promising a behind the scenes at Long Beach aquarium for quite a while. I think it's about time I need to make this happen. https://media.giphy.com/media/tXL4FHPSnVJ0A/giphy.gif

> @wsoldier wrote: > I too love going to public aquariums all over the world. Monterey Bay will always be special since it was the first large aquarium I went to as a kid. Most recently I went to the one in Osaka and snapped the photo below. > > I'm a scuba diver at Aquarium of the Pacific and also volunteer with their Husbandry team. The reason why artificial corals are used in the larger exhibits is for a few reasons: > > - The divers have to go in and clean quite a bit with power scrubbers to get the algae off, and as you can imagine knocking into real coral would be devastating to the exhibit. > > - Other large animals like the Olive Ridley sea turtle also tends to thrash around in the exhibit. We are constantly picking up the artificial pieces that have been knocked around by the different inhabitants. > > Considering the amount of food we feed in the tanks as well, I would think water quality is also an issue at larger volumes. >  Dude awesome!!!

> @janiners305 wrote: > We have passes to the Aquarium of the Pacific, and to the SeaLife Aquarium/Legoland in Carlsbad and try to go to each every couple of months or so. > > Between the 2, Long Beach has the better coral displays, I think. Not much SPS at SeaLife. > > Only photos I have of both places have my daughter in them. She loves sitting for the talks at SeaLife, and actually sits and listens and participates. 2 pics of the big habitat at SeaLife, and one at Long Beach. We go to Aquarium of the Pacific every year as a thing to do and still enjoy it. Surprisingly Birch aquarium was a fun little one we did on our way to SD last year.

> @ATAquariums wrote: > Next order with space would be the 4th of October Can I order like 10 true percs with tons of black? lol

My last trip to Seattle we got to visit the aquarium there, they focused more on the ecosystem around them, but recently opened their tropical building which had some cool exhibits with an area you could see their large tropical tank from top down. Overall I'd say a 7/10 Love the National Aquarium in Maryland, they have a huge tank with tons of tropical fish that you can look down on, I could have stood there for hours watching the fish. Unfortunately when I was there, they didn't have any coral systems. 7/10 Georgia aquarium is a MUST, their whale shark exhibit is INCREDIBLE. I think they are down to only 1 whale shark now so go before that one expires. We probably sat in front of the whale shark tank for 2 hours. We also did the shark behind the scenes tour and learned a lot about their leopard shard rehabilitation program. 10/10 Video and pic is from the Georgia Aquarium whale shark tank.

> @WIshntoboutside wrote: > We could use black hd tubs to hold the corals in to show them off. Prior to the picking mayhem. Just the issue is storage of all of these corals before the meeting and the time one spends unpacking these. Dipping these and then bringing them to the meeting lots of work for someone but I truly like the idea of doing this . > We should do a poll on what people are willing to spend on this. We can possibly line this up with a SCRM meetup too #membersonly

Great discussion. Time for WCR to import stuff and distribute! https://media.giphy.com/media/3orieLeZL5kyNqiLfO/giphy.gif

Love the shimmer of Kessils, I think they have the best shimmer of the LED's. Not sure about the rest though.

House at 76. Heaters set to 78, the heaters barely turn on. Probably should set up a fan solution like how some of you guys have.

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> @BackbayReef wrote: > Omg - just watched the Straton X on YT. It’s crazy PAR and spread - oh I love the footprint (or lack thereof). Wow!🤯 You should get some and when you upgrade donate them to me... thanks