I completely understand the leaky joints bud unions, it’s knots as though your build has mirrored my current setup in terms of troubleshooting lol. I went to buy fish last Saturday and my pop-in-law rang me urgently saying that my tank is leaking. I rush home to find that 50g+ of aquarium water has not leaked but spilled onto the hardwood floor leaving my fish with 6” of water left to swim in. All because of a hose union that failed as my return pump continued to dump seawater everywhere... my RO unit only makes 100gpd and so I had to run to the store for more. It was the largest single water change I’d ever done, ever! One thing that might help keep leaks or water at bay that I keep in my gear cabinet are a couple of Absorber chamois that you use to dry your car after a wash. 😄 It helps to reduce the number of wet towels and they hold so much more water.
OMG, what a nightmare David! 50 gallons of water on the floor! Wow. My worst was 10 gallons and that was enough to warp my wood floors! How did you clean it all up? Anc I'm diggin' the chamois suggestion. That is an excellent idea. So excellent, that I'm going to buy some right now!
@@MyFirstFishTank luckily my pop-in-law and his wife were at home as they noticed their feet getting damp while drinking their coffee in the kitchen. All of the carpet runners and area rugs / mats in the entire center of the house was soaked... the living room where the tank is, dining room, kitchen, front foyer.... the floors are all wood and tile. Luckily by the time I made it home, most of it was mopped and wet vacuumed up. Cue Absorber towels! I pulled the two I have in my van and the one under my cabinet and I was able to suck up all of the 5 or so gallons water surrounding the tank stand into a bucket in a matter of 2 or 3 minutes. FAST. Then I collected every fan we owned in the house and generate as much of a howling gale as I could through the rooms in order to speed up the drying. In the end, I could’ve done with a commercial warehouse blower or box fan when I went to get new plumbing but I digress. 😝 Took me a night and a morning to redo my plumbing job so my fish were without a filter for a night; just nice strong circulating water, skimmer and my little XPAQUA ATO reactor running carbon. 🤞BTW, I’m just running an FX4 for filtration and it’s just a FOWLR setup. It ended up being fine in the end, but in the future the floor has to go. It’s been more than 20 years since the wood was installed.
Thanks for checking out my nano tank previously, I really appreciated it. My latest 100 gal sps tank is now 5 months old, if you get a chance to have a look it would be appreciated 👍 link here: ua-cam.com/video/cHqm6_RSatU/v-deo.html
When filling a tank, I now start filling water VERY slowly and crank up the flow after 30mins and 1hr, just so i dont kick up sand which even when controlled as we've always done it, still leaves the milky coat on the glass with the tiniest grains of grit in it. I really baby the glass until that inevitable first scratch
Haha, there was more swearing but I cut it out! Nothing wrong with a good swear word when appropriate... but not too much since I try to have a family friendly station! :-)
Yes, yes yes!!! Why I didn't do that who knows! I guess since it was my first time plumbing an inline external pump I just didn't think about it. I think I'll get some barbed ball valves and and just cut the flexible tubing and install them.
Tell me about it! So frustrating. What I need to do is install some cheapo ball valves in the flexible tubing so that when it comes service time I don't have a huge headache! Luckily I was able to pinpoint and fix the problem this time around!
Things I may have done when plumbing my 65: -Forget which size fitting my sump pump was -not grabbing enough fittings -getting metal hose clamps instead of plastic ----- I did switch to plastic hose clamps, had glass cut and built my own sump Aquarium plumbing/building ALWAYS takes longer than expected, more steps than expected, and more money thank expected
Hahaha! I've done all of those as well. I'm looking forward to the day when I plan and execute a plumbing job perfectly and don't have to run to the hardware store!!
Get some codium and sargassum. There is a website that also has gorgonins on it that sell large marco algae pieces for pretty cheap. I tried to comment it, but UA-cam deleted it. The inappropriate reefer mentioned it his video getting his macroalgae and gorgonians.
Sorry about that. I have to approve any links. Too many spammers leave junk and porn links in the comments, so I had to turn them off without approval! If you could shoot me an email with that link I would greatly appreciate it. contact (at) myfirstfishtank (.com)
Sorry but I was laughing at you struggling with the manifold haha. You should talk to marine depot about doing giveaways on ur channel. I could use that extra flipper!
This made me chuckle! I totally understand. Unless you are some sort of master, you will eventually spill water onto the carpet. But, you could totally minimize it. Maybe consider putting a plastic mat like this one under the tank to help catch the water? amzn.to/2SzP4y0
@@MyFirstFishTank Yeah Im thinking I will build out my stand like a pedestal and put something like that in my sump and keep plenty towels ready to go lol
That's a great question. I'm working with Seahorse master Felicia McCauley. She is my guru. She says it is a common misconception that seahorses want low flow. They just need a section of the tank that has low flow, and really only in the morning when they do their mating dance. Other than that, higher flow is better all around since seahorses need great filtration.
I do rinse with RODI water. It's best practice. But depending on your water source, you could probably get away with just using tap water. I know, some people will vehemently disagree with that because you will be adding in chlorine/chloramine, heavy metals, nitrates, phosphates, but if you have a good water source, it probably won't be that much overall!
Dude, you gotta hang that light, my OCD can't take it! I can also see it being knocked into the tank by accident, which would be a disaster. There seem to be some DIY options (www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/removing-the-legs-twinstar-600s.56053/) but surely any hanging kit would do if you could hang the light with through some fine loops. Looking great otherwise though!
Thanks Christopher, and yes, you are right... Needs to be mounted differently. That link wouldn't work for me though. Whatever I do to mount it, I would love it to look as sleek as this fixture looks! Hmm... Time to research!
Of course. Email me with more details about what type of livestock you want to keep, corals, etc... And tell me if you are located in the US or somewhere else. contact (at) myfirstfishtank (.com)
I completely understand the leaky joints bud unions, it’s knots as though your build has mirrored my current setup in terms of troubleshooting lol. I went to buy fish last Saturday and my pop-in-law rang me urgently saying that my tank is leaking. I rush home to find that 50g+ of aquarium water has not leaked but spilled onto the hardwood floor leaving my fish with 6” of water left to swim in. All because of a hose union that failed as my return pump continued to dump seawater everywhere... my RO unit only makes 100gpd and so I had to run to the store for more. It was the largest single water change I’d ever done, ever!
One thing that might help keep leaks or water at bay that I keep in my gear cabinet are a couple of Absorber chamois that you use to dry your car after a wash. 😄 It helps to reduce the number of wet towels and they hold so much more water.
OMG, what a nightmare David! 50 gallons of water on the floor! Wow. My worst was 10 gallons and that was enough to warp my wood floors! How did you clean it all up? Anc I'm diggin' the chamois suggestion. That is an excellent idea. So excellent, that I'm going to buy some right now!
@@MyFirstFishTank luckily my pop-in-law and his wife were at home as they noticed their feet getting damp while drinking their coffee in the kitchen.
All of the carpet runners and area rugs / mats in the entire center of the house was soaked... the living room where the tank is, dining room, kitchen, front foyer.... the floors are all wood and tile. Luckily by the time I made it home, most of it was mopped and wet vacuumed up.
Cue Absorber towels! I pulled the two I have in my van and the one under my cabinet and I was able to suck up all of the 5 or so gallons water surrounding the tank stand into a bucket in a matter of 2 or 3 minutes. FAST. Then I collected every fan we owned in the house and generate as much of a howling gale as I could through the rooms in order to speed up the drying.
In the end, I could’ve done with a commercial warehouse blower or box fan when I went to get new plumbing but I digress. 😝 Took me a night and a morning to redo my plumbing job so my fish were without a filter for a night; just nice strong circulating water, skimmer and my little XPAQUA ATO reactor running carbon. 🤞BTW, I’m just running an FX4 for filtration and it’s just a FOWLR setup. It ended up being fine in the end, but in the future the floor has to go. It’s been more than 20 years since the wood was installed.
I absolutely love your cinematography skills.. top top content and honest trials of a reef keeper ... I doth my cap sir 👍
Thanks for checking out my nano tank previously, I really appreciated it. My latest 100 gal sps tank is now 5 months old, if you get a chance to have a look it would be appreciated 👍 link here: ua-cam.com/video/cHqm6_RSatU/v-deo.html
Thanks Paul!!
The diligence is real!
Thanks Crystal! It was either that or gallons of saltwater all over the floor!!! :-)
This is a fun project. Can't wait to see it progress.
I'm excited too! Can't wait to start getting some algae in there!
Dragon’s breath grows super fast and so does Calerpa prolifera.
Yes, great suggestion!!
amazing vlog style. you should do more of these!!!
When filling a tank, I now start filling water VERY slowly and crank up the flow after 30mins and 1hr, just so i dont kick up sand which even when controlled as we've always done it, still leaves the milky coat on the glass with the tiniest grains of grit in it. I really baby the glass until that inevitable first scratch
Yeah, it does leave a milky coat on the glass! Smart, way to be super careful because that first scratch is the worst!
I so related to you when you were testing your plumbing, lol. I feel you brother.
So much more swearing actually happened, but I cut it out! I'm just not a plumber!!!
I know you were stressing for a few minutes. Lol.. nothing more frustrating when you encounters leaks while plumbing. 😉 nicely done video my friend!
You got that right!
Love the editing bro. Killing it in post. 🔥
Thanks Rob!
@@MyFirstFishTank 😍😍😍😍
Hey reefer would say how’s things going but seem ur not have ton luck atm but really love the The bad language makes it real love it 🙌🏻
Haha, there was more swearing but I cut it out! Nothing wrong with a good swear word when appropriate... but not too much since I try to have a family friendly station! :-)
Definitely add some valves and Union's at the pump so you can service it properly down the line without water going everywhere
Yes, yes yes!!! Why I didn't do that who knows! I guess since it was my first time plumbing an inline external pump I just didn't think about it. I think I'll get some barbed ball valves and and just cut the flexible tubing and install them.
Very nice tank, as usual.
Thank you kindly
Great video,keep it up!😉
Thanks, will do! :-)
It shows you just rinsing the sand once but I’m sure you did about 10 rinses 🤣
Yes, yes I did! Many rinses actually!! But I figure it would get boring to watch after the first one!!
@@MyFirstFishTank yeez you have patience after the way you reacted to all those mistakes. Or did you just have to act cool because of the camera ? Lol
I had a really similar leak once too, had to redo the fittings completely. So frustrating! haha
Tell me about it! So frustrating. What I need to do is install some cheapo ball valves in the flexible tubing so that when it comes service time I don't have a huge headache! Luckily I was able to pinpoint and fix the problem this time around!
Don't forget people.. ensure you use loop drips on electric cables.
yes indeed, very, very important!
Things I may have done when plumbing my 65:
-Forget which size fitting my sump pump was
-not grabbing enough fittings
-getting metal hose clamps instead of plastic
-----
I did switch to plastic hose clamps, had glass cut and built my own sump
Aquarium plumbing/building ALWAYS takes longer than expected, more steps than expected, and more money thank expected
Hahaha! I've done all of those as well. I'm looking forward to the day when I plan and execute a plumbing job perfectly and don't have to run to the hardware store!!
@@MyFirstFishTank one of these days.. maybe for my next tank. Or at least that’s how the saying goes
Get some codium and sargassum. There is a website that also has gorgonins on it that sell large marco algae pieces for pretty cheap. I tried to comment it, but UA-cam deleted it. The inappropriate reefer mentioned it his video getting his macroalgae and gorgonians.
Sorry about that. I have to approve any links. Too many spammers leave junk and porn links in the comments, so I had to turn them off without approval! If you could shoot me an email with that link I would greatly appreciate it. contact (at) myfirstfishtank (.com)
Oh gosh I’ve been through this! sooooo stressful. Tank is looking great though 🤩
Thanks Cameron! It is stressful! I hate plumbing... Although when it's done I'm always proud that I was able to figure that out!
Laziness is always public enemy number one ahaha
Ha, indeed it is Max!
Should've put some ball valves on the intake and out put of the pump. 😅🤦🏽♂️
Extra shut off ball valves are useful!
I know, I didn't think that far ahead! I will be adding some in due measure soon(ish)!!! :-)
It's an never ending learning process with each project 😅
Sorry but I was laughing at you struggling with the manifold haha.
You should talk to marine depot about doing giveaways on ur channel. I could use that extra flipper!
Hmmm.. That's a good idea. I do have a collection of stuff around the house that I've never used... Maybe it's time for another giveaway!
Ugh I already had anxiety about setting up my reef tank in my living room on my carpet 👀
This made me chuckle! I totally understand. Unless you are some sort of master, you will eventually spill water onto the carpet. But, you could totally minimize it. Maybe consider putting a plastic mat like this one under the tank to help catch the water? amzn.to/2SzP4y0
@@MyFirstFishTank Yeah Im thinking I will build out my stand like a pedestal and put something like that in my sump and keep plenty towels ready to go lol
Can I get the name of that light controller board please and where you purchased it. Tia!
Of course! Here it is! amzn.to/2Q8RgvA
Do you think the gyre is a little too powerful for a seahorse tank? I also use gyres and they kick out a fair amount of flow 🌊
That's a great question. I'm working with Seahorse master Felicia McCauley. She is my guru. She says it is a common misconception that seahorses want low flow. They just need a section of the tank that has low flow, and really only in the morning when they do their mating dance. Other than that, higher flow is better all around since seahorses need great filtration.
@@MyFirstFishTank well you learn something new everyday 🤓 thanks for the info buddy and keep up the great work 😎
:-)
Do you rinse your sand with rodi water? Could I use tap or hose water instead?
I do rinse with RODI water. It's best practice. But depending on your water source, you could probably get away with just using tap water. I know, some people will vehemently disagree with that because you will be adding in chlorine/chloramine, heavy metals, nitrates, phosphates, but if you have a good water source, it probably won't be that much overall!
Dude, you gotta hang that light, my OCD can't take it! I can also see it being knocked into the tank by accident, which would be a disaster. There seem to be some DIY options (www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/removing-the-legs-twinstar-600s.56053/) but surely any hanging kit would do if you could hang the light with through some fine loops. Looking great otherwise though!
Thanks Christopher, and yes, you are right... Needs to be mounted differently. That link wouldn't work for me though. Whatever I do to mount it, I would love it to look as sleek as this fixture looks! Hmm... Time to research!
@@MyFirstFishTank maybe just swap it out for the pendant version?
Yeah, not a bad idea... But I don't want to spend the $$$. Maybe I'm still in the return window. I'll have to check!
Don't turn on your UV while cycling
Already did!
@@MyFirstFishTank Oups... ;)
@@MyFirstFishTank No problem just turn it off and begin cycling.
But led lights inside so u can track if there is any of water leeks
Yeah, good call.
Sir please can you suggest a decent light for 5 feet 100gallon fowler
Of course. Email me with more details about what type of livestock you want to keep, corals, etc... And tell me if you are located in the US or somewhere else. contact (at) myfirstfishtank (.com)
Not sure if this tip works but someone told me next time i need to rinse sand put it in a rice bag
Oh that's a good idea. Never thought of that!
Why did it leak in the first place?
I forgot/didn't put plumbers tape at the input/output threaded connection points from the Varios 4 pump. My own fault of course!
that sounds more like a design problem, esp if you need tape
Remaind myself bro haha no kids or wife Allow in my work cleaning area it’s Restricted
So true
Waterbox or innovative marine are the only tanks id get, other tank are pretty crap, excuse my French lol
Wow, you have some strong feelings! What about Red Sea? Although, I will agree with you for sure about IM tanks. Love them!
@@MyFirstFishTank I can lie the re sea tank look really nice, but u felt quality was lacking a little
yeah, my experience, and maybe it has changed, was that Red Sea had high quality tanks, but skimped on the sump and plumbing components.