New Build Log: Project Octo
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New Build Log: Project Octo
I just set the wheels in motion for a Bimac octopus set up coming in the near future. I have really been jones-ing for something different for my next set up and am really pumped up about this.
I just ordered the main display from glasscages.com. All acrylic 36x18x17 with snug-fit acrylic tops. It is custom euro braced (not normal on their tanks this small) with a black back panel pre-drilled with 2 1" bulkheads.
Stand and canopy will be custom built by me, but are still in design phases. I will probably use a 20 long for my sump with a separate "live well" type fuge for keeping live food.
I will post updates as they become available.
I just ordered the main display from glasscages.com. All acrylic 36x18x17 with snug-fit acrylic tops. It is custom euro braced (not normal on their tanks this small) with a black back panel pre-drilled with 2 1" bulkheads.
Stand and canopy will be custom built by me, but are still in design phases. I will probably use a 20 long for my sump with a separate "live well" type fuge for keeping live food.
I will post updates as they become available.
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- Amphiprion
- Astrea snail
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My understanding is its pretty much a craps shoot as to what you get. There does not seem to be a "good" source for them now that octopets is gone.
http://www.marinedepotlive.com/octopus- ... pods-.html
Marine depot advertises a O. bimaculatus. I've heard good things about there general live stock so I might try them. I think coral connection in Kenner gets them from time to time so I might look there as well.
It will be mid November before I will be ready to order anything so keep your eyes open for a good online (or local) source for me.
http://www.marinedepotlive.com/octopus- ... pods-.html
Marine depot advertises a O. bimaculatus. I've heard good things about there general live stock so I might try them. I think coral connection in Kenner gets them from time to time so I might look there as well.
It will be mid November before I will be ready to order anything so keep your eyes open for a good online (or local) source for me.
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No I don't see a chiller being necessary. I am not planning to run lights and very limited equipment (skimmer and return pump). I have a tank running in the room where this display will go curing some sand and rock right now. In the heat of the day the tank runs around 73 degrees so I think it should be ok.
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- Amphiprion
- Astrea snail
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I've read 65-72 was "ideal."
I would like to maintain at the lower end but refuse to add a chiller. I really don't need another an appliance adding heat to a room that already has to pcs and a south facing 6x12 window.
If you can recommend a tropical species that would not outgrow this tank let me know.
I would like to maintain at the lower end but refuse to add a chiller. I really don't need another an appliance adding heat to a room that already has to pcs and a south facing 6x12 window.
If you can recommend a tropical species that would not outgrow this tank let me know.
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- Amphiprion
- Astrea snail
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I still think it should be fine at that temp (if that is only in the heat of the day). You may be able to push it lower with fans and evaporation. Just make sure it isn't terribly prolonged. I can't recommend any tropical ones, because most of the smaller species aren't readily available at all, with still others being completely unsafe in home aquaria--4 species come to mind, there
. I don't blame you for not wanting to add a chiller--I wouldn't want to, either.
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Andrew
25g planted nature aquarium
25g planted nature aquarium
Really haven't updated this in a while. I finally got a wild hair and finished the stand. I didn't document most of the build but here are some finished out come shots. I'm not planning to add doors at this point so everything underneath is very clean and tidy.
Here is the plumbing from the back, everything visible is painted black to match the stand.
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You can't tell but the stand is also wired for 120v gfi outlets, all in black to match.
Here is a shot of the front, the flash washed it out but its all ebony stained.
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Last shot is of the "false bottom" put in in case I ever want to add controller or eballast for lights. This area is also wired with power.
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I'm in the process of letting sand settle and getting the skimmer going now. I'll post some wet shots in a few days.[/img]
Here is the plumbing from the back, everything visible is painted black to match the stand.
![Image](%5Burl=http%3A//good-times.webshots.com/photo/2607644520103389578zINSDc%5D%5Bimg%5Dhttp://inlinethumb56.webshots.com/40311/2607644520103389578S425x425Q85.jpg)
You can't tell but the stand is also wired for 120v gfi outlets, all in black to match.
Here is a shot of the front, the flash washed it out but its all ebony stained.
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![Image](http://inlinethumb62.webshots.com/23101/2836768510103389578S425x425Q85.jpg)
Last shot is of the "false bottom" put in in case I ever want to add controller or eballast for lights. This area is also wired with power.
![Image](%5Burl=http%3A//good-times.webshots.com/photo/2920965310103389578hVvmBu%5D%5Bimg%5Dhttp://inlinethumb05.webshots.com/20484/2920965310103389578S425x425Q85.jpg)
I'm in the process of letting sand settle and getting the skimmer going now. I'll post some wet shots in a few days.[/img]
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