| Ep.5 | Real Reef Rock & Aquascaping Tips

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  • @CJSAQUARIUMS
    @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому +10

    Aquascape is done! Now we can fill up the tank and begin cycling. Make sure you have subscribed AND hit the notification bell so you don’t miss the next update. Stay tuned 😎👌🏾 #BeEazy

    • @royjackson9086
      @royjackson9086 5 років тому +2

      CJ man i am glad the silence is over. You inspire me Two and a half years ago. Keep it up Bro you are truly da wealth of Knowledge to beginners in da hobby

  • @jsreefs5576
    @jsreefs5576 5 років тому +20

    Putting the feet on the bottom of the scape seems like a great idea. Especially for a bare bottom system. Thanks for sharing CJ! 👍

    • @ahoyskid
      @ahoyskid 4 роки тому

      J’s REEFs I’m going to use the Js Reef technique on my 170 build. Great ideal.

    • @jasonsidharta143
      @jasonsidharta143 4 роки тому

      could we use a regular cement for the feet?

  • @tonygrater9296
    @tonygrater9296 5 років тому +4

    I like how your video explains what you are doing and why you are doing it. The other guy spent his whole time dogging you as a person rather than focusing on the challenge. Keep doing you. The point of the challenge is to draw in new members and educate people, not to just insult your opponent. In my mind you have already won. I love that you didn’t bash Rico. Your work speaks for itself.

  • @KayentaRojo
    @KayentaRojo 5 років тому +4

    dude that scape is amazing! one of the most unique scapes i’ve seen!!

  • @PurelyAquatic
    @PurelyAquatic 5 років тому

    Nice scape! Glad to see you back at it.

  • @Reefgrrl
    @Reefgrrl 5 років тому +4

    Feet under the scape - I did that with Mollywood for exactly the same reason: smaller points of contact for less detritus accumulation. Ice cube tray idea is genius! 👍🏻👍🏻 And your template idea is why I was also able to put the pieces together outside the tank and then just lift them into place. We’re learning as we go......😁

  • @anthonysnoeren8560
    @anthonysnoeren8560 5 років тому

    Very creative CJ, looking forward to seeing that finished product!!!

  • @newbflyer101
    @newbflyer101 2 роки тому

    CJ you have some great ideas! Miss your vids brother. anxiously waiting for more.

  • @jonmurph589
    @jonmurph589 5 років тому

    Great idea putting the ‘feet’ on the bottom of the rocks. I’ll be rescaping my tank in a couple of weeks, and will definitely use your idea.

  • @CindiCindi15
    @CindiCindi15 5 років тому

    I commented on another video of yours but have to again because I just absolutely love your aquascape! Making me want to get that bigger JBJ now that I’m looking at my lil ol 20g one. Love these aquariums and yours is simply gorgeous! Thanks for sharing CJ. :]

  • @rashidmahmood24
    @rashidmahmood24 5 років тому

    Some nice new ideas with the ice cube tray

  • @pasrul1959
    @pasrul1959 4 роки тому

    I'm amazed by your work. I'm starting with reeftanks and I feel so inspired. I've had freshwater tanks for years, know some things about aquascaping, but the riffs I saw never came close to the aesthetic requirements. But you did that. Great job! Thank you very much.

  • @danielstewart7369
    @danielstewart7369 4 роки тому

    Looks great and I'll be using the ice cube idea as I scape out my new tank. Thanks!

  • @kenziyt3912
    @kenziyt3912 4 роки тому

    Subscribed. Ive gone back watch hours of footage. One of the best scapes ive ever seen. Love how you take your time and do everything right. Someone could literally follow step by step and be successful following you. Amazing job man!

  • @MarioGomez-gt4ed
    @MarioGomez-gt4ed 4 роки тому

    Simply AWESOME!!! Love the live rock arches, and straight pieces on the ends. The aqua scape has so much character and depth!!!

  • @RogueAquariums
    @RogueAquariums 5 років тому

    The scape turned out very nice. Good job. You’re right, the top down view is 🔥🔥

  • @NEMO20G
    @NEMO20G 5 років тому

    Been ages CJ, this is your signature 1000% meticulously planned, perfection. Enjoyed the vid bro hope you are well :)

  • @purphenderson
    @purphenderson 4 роки тому

    Awesome idea with the feet. Good job man.

  • @Danny19411
    @Danny19411 4 роки тому

    Amazing! Great work!! Love the suspended rock idea!! Thank you!

  • @dereks3207
    @dereks3207 5 років тому

    those feet are so awesome. such a simple idea, but execution was perfect. Great idea.

  • @marcosherrera675
    @marcosherrera675 3 роки тому

    I'm building my scape this week.. im glad I saw this video. I'm definitely going to float mine .. thats a dam good idea bro.

  • @brianfinch2597
    @brianfinch2597 5 років тому

    Awesome job CJ...and glad you're back in the hobby!!

  • @mikejurnak0324
    @mikejurnak0324 5 років тому

    I like the view when you ask what view you like great work MR. JbJ✌️

  • @berniegrant2633
    @berniegrant2633 5 років тому

    Bro your scapes are nothing short of AMAZING!!!! LOVE IT CJ!!!

  • @justinkrulik3258
    @justinkrulik3258 5 років тому

    Hi CJ, thanks for doing these videos. I learn something new and different each time I watch.

  • @vsreef1042
    @vsreef1042 5 років тому

    This looks incredible. Thanks for sharing.

  • @trureef2319
    @trureef2319 5 років тому

    Man I knew that creativity was in there. Awesome aquascape. Well planned and thought out. Made great with the space u had.

  • @MereReef
    @MereReef 5 років тому

    Mr Cj this is one of the best aquascapes ive seen man.. the caves are perfect size the layout everything is on point

  • @AndyMahnFL411
    @AndyMahnFL411 5 років тому

    Fantastic looking scape; great practical advice. This will be good!

  • @goanermancave3251
    @goanermancave3251 5 років тому

    Happy you decided to stay in the hobby. Your damn videos are addicting lol. Keep up the good work!

  • @ExploringwithAlec
    @ExploringwithAlec Рік тому

    Well done CJ nice work

  • @kirkdeshotel2632
    @kirkdeshotel2632 4 роки тому

    CJ , HEY BROTHER AJ HERE . I REALLY LIKE TO CHECK OUT YOU'RE SCAPES . YOU HAVE HELPED ME LEARN SCAPING , AND YOU DEFINITELY HAVE SOME BEAUTIFUL TANK SCAPES. THANKS BRO. AJ OUT

  • @DCALLUS23
    @DCALLUS23 5 років тому

    Scape looks quality cj. Enjoying this new series buddy. Good to have you back in the game mate 👌

  • @cichwititforeal888
    @cichwititforeal888 4 роки тому

    I’ve yet to purchase my tank but already have rock and using you ideal to add the footing to float my rock work, great idea and thanks for sharing it.

  • @jenniferm234
    @jenniferm234 5 років тому

    I like the ice-cube idea!! Very creative!! Can't wait until I can aquascape my tank. :-)

    • @jenniferm234
      @jenniferm234 5 років тому

      Also...for the ice-cubes, did you use a plastic ice tray or a jelly flimsy one?

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому +1

      plastic from the dollar store. there are definitely better options shape and size. find the mold that fits your needs

  • @johncall293
    @johncall293 5 років тому

    Great video and your tank looks great.

  • @neilgooders6758
    @neilgooders6758 5 років тому

    The feet was a great idea cj. You’re a pioneer 😁

  • @GENISIS1TWENTYONE
    @GENISIS1TWENTYONE 5 років тому

    Aquascape is 🔥 🔥 you’ve always been a pro in that area 👍👏

  • @cegentry
    @cegentry 5 років тому

    Looks great CJ! 👍

  • @Yellowzebera
    @Yellowzebera 5 років тому +1

    So glad your back bro. U have great info and Ideas ... I'm going to use some of this tricks when I start on my 120gl.

  • @stacylyndhurst9363
    @stacylyndhurst9363 5 років тому +2

    Now That's What I Call straight up fire💪

    • @stacylyndhurst9363
      @stacylyndhurst9363 5 років тому +1

      You can use PVC plumbers purple primer to fill in those white spots on the small cracks it's perfectly safe I've done it many times nice rockscape can't wait to see the updates

    • @stacylyndhurst9363
      @stacylyndhurst9363 5 років тому

      I love your strategy practice makes perfect you learned a lot from the first build does Rico's Aquarium have a challenge can't wait to see who's the Dominator😎 alright alright alright lol just checked out your motorcycle vlogs that 1000 a sounding awesome I bet you pick up a lot of nice booty on that bad boy lol good night brother

  • @lazart8742
    @lazart8742 5 років тому

    Love the cement ice cubes. Implementing them with my new rock swipe.

  • @sandrstudios
    @sandrstudios 5 років тому +1

    That’s going to be a wicked set up! Wish they had a skimmer that was a bit more concealable.

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      sandrstudios something to think 🤔 about... I have a few ideas in mind

  • @codytarr5384
    @codytarr5384 5 років тому

    So fun update! I was able to not only find a square silicon tray but the same AF stone mix and CJ isn’t kidding! Stuff is amazing! Thanks again for showing and recommending tis product if you have any other form of social media I’d love to show ya what I’m currently working on until I start making videos on my 150g build 😊

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      Cody Tarr awesome I’m on IG same name CJs Aquariums 💯

  • @anthonysnoeren8560
    @anthonysnoeren8560 5 років тому

    Can't wait to see it completed!!!

  • @Shots_Fired_2012
    @Shots_Fired_2012 5 років тому

    I think I am most definitely gonna use your idea for footing the aqua scape great idea for a bare bottom system that I am trying to start. Great video

  • @ybernier1925
    @ybernier1925 5 років тому

    love it bro, thought yu left the hobby but am pleasantly surprised to see you starting up again

  • @skzion2
    @skzion2 5 років тому

    Why didn't I think of laying out the rocks outside the system *or* going modular? When I build the scape, I'll do both.

  • @blakeburkman6850
    @blakeburkman6850 5 років тому

    Love the scape CJ. Can’t wait to see more.

  • @passenger-rider
    @passenger-rider 4 роки тому

    Great video and thank you for all the tips.

  • @yadieldiaz6395
    @yadieldiaz6395 5 років тому

    Man that scape looks dope and the flouting idea it’s awesome 💯👍🤟

  • @GuruNick
    @GuruNick 5 років тому

    Scape is looking great! I'll need to try the floating technique myself.

  • @bogeymanshankers3904
    @bogeymanshankers3904 4 роки тому

    Good job pal floating scape great idea

  • @Harlzburg
    @Harlzburg 5 років тому

    Beauty! Love the way those Tonga came out, makes me itch to get my 55g going! Patience patience

  • @TheDough19
    @TheDough19 5 років тому

    Awsome build, got my ideas to flow :)

  • @dannytortora696
    @dannytortora696 2 роки тому

    Beautifully done🍻

  • @patrickschultz5171
    @patrickschultz5171 5 років тому

    Looks great! I’d love it if you tried the tropic eden reef flakes for sand. I’d appreciate your take on them

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      Patrick Schultz best sand I’ve ever used. I’m using it again on this tank get you some 👌🏾

  • @tylerjaax4917
    @tylerjaax4917 5 років тому +2

    You should cover that upper branch with encrusting montipora... awesome color and avoid shading below it! 😊

  • @sunnygoold9449
    @sunnygoold9449 5 років тому

    awesome idea with the icecube tray! So useful ;)

  • @abdullahabraham4483
    @abdullahabraham4483 2 роки тому +1

    Doesn't the bacteria die off when you keep them out of water for so long?

  • @NationalReefing
    @NationalReefing 5 років тому

    Nice 👍🏾 Acapscape! I thought about adding Tonga branch... that was a nice touch. It might be interesting to see the flow patterns after ghost feeding a cube of Mysis or something before placing sand?

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      National Reefing good idea a visual confirmation of flow pattern 👌🏾

  • @briangoldstein3007
    @briangoldstein3007 5 років тому

    scape looks awesome, CJ.

  • @brandondavis8128
    @brandondavis8128 5 років тому

    Dope aquascape bro love the creativity

  • @modotd3885
    @modotd3885 4 роки тому +1

    Nice informative vid. Real handy ideas.
    How long did the scape take?
    If really long, did it kill the 'life' in the rock? Or did you have to wash and seed it again with Dr Tims or similar

  • @BurpleBrink
    @BurpleBrink 5 років тому

    You're the man, CJ

  • @fatheadedfish
    @fatheadedfish 5 років тому

    Looks great so far! Not sure if you are planning mainly sps but just make sure you have enough room for them to grow, the branching rock is very high it the scape. Sure you know what your dosing just a thought!

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      Fat Headed Fish no doubt... and I won’t have room for many which is good. Will save money stocking the tank. I’m very strategic with coral placement I’ll share in a future video 👌🏾

  • @thereefinrican
    @thereefinrican 5 років тому

    aquascape looks great CJ. I like the feet idea, lets see how it works.

  • @chadgillaspie7203
    @chadgillaspie7203 5 років тому

    Awesome, as always you're impressive on the scape again!

  • @ttravreefsaquatics8354
    @ttravreefsaquatics8354 5 років тому

    Awesome looking CJ....too view really looks dope bro😎👍🏾

  • @SharbucklesReef
    @SharbucklesReef 5 років тому

    Love it man. It’s a wicked scape. Makes me want to set up a new tank!

  • @ZachShannon
    @ZachShannon 5 років тому

    looks great man! im excited to see this tank progress

  • @jonandlisa2000
    @jonandlisa2000 5 років тому

    That scape looks sick CJ 👍

  • @davidabbott1015
    @davidabbott1015 3 роки тому

    When the sand gets under your scape after a while, how are you going to clean, vacuum

  • @fletcherwright7042
    @fletcherwright7042 5 років тому

    Nice scape CJ. Keep it coming.

  • @KreefAquariumhobby
    @KreefAquariumhobby 5 років тому

    Looking great!! I use the stone fix from AF for everything. Also for fragrocks. Great stuff

  • @Deathmage_1
    @Deathmage_1 5 років тому

    great idea on the feet

  • @salsreef5196
    @salsreef5196 5 років тому

    Nice bro where do u got sement to put the rocks together??

  • @9StickNate
    @9StickNate 5 років тому

    I like the scape! It looks like it has a lot of depth. The feet are a good idea. I’ve glued stubs of rock together to make feet; I’ve never thought of ice cube trays though. You will get some good undercurrent with the gyre too.
    Bare bottom... think about it. You can put cyphastria, zoas and encrusting montis.

  • @berniegrant2633
    @berniegrant2633 5 років тому

    Top view is my favorite 🔥🔥🔥

  • @reneewinter1
    @reneewinter1 5 років тому

    Awesome video!! Thank you!! Where did you get the aqua cement??

  • @umar
    @umar 4 роки тому

    Amazing work.

  • @govtmule611
    @govtmule611 4 роки тому

    Never seen anyone do the feet...wish I knew....great job

  • @richardportelli1983
    @richardportelli1983 4 роки тому

    Great idea with the feet!

  • @sajjadhussain-mc7gt
    @sajjadhussain-mc7gt 5 років тому

    What are the dimensions of this tank? Nice aquascaping BTW 😍

  • @ricosaquariums7992
    @ricosaquariums7992 5 років тому

    Awesome job👊👍

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      Rico's Aquariums 👀👀 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

  • @ongalad1981
    @ongalad1981 4 роки тому

    Looks awesome!

  • @damarrisferguson
    @damarrisferguson 5 років тому

    Best looking scape man good job👍🏿

  • @schummelpilz
    @schummelpilz 5 років тому

    great aquascape and love the feet. how are you planning to use the tonga branches? any particular corals you see this working for well?

  • @HeathenHammer123
    @HeathenHammer123 5 років тому

    this might be your best scape

  • @bbingtube
    @bbingtube 5 років тому

    Nice scape brother 😎

  • @kevinw7044
    @kevinw7044 5 років тому

    That looks really nice.

  • @cameron6824
    @cameron6824 5 років тому

    Looking good CJ 😎👍

  • @RyGuyAquatics
    @RyGuyAquatics Рік тому

    You killed it!

  • @jeremyreed8492
    @jeremyreed8492 3 роки тому

    BRS said this will dry out and loose benefits after about 30 mins. How did u have time to do this

  • @brandone5366
    @brandone5366 5 років тому

    How many pounds of rock did you get ? Looks great

  • @J6Gaming
    @J6Gaming 5 років тому

    Hey CJ! First time watching videos from you, Awesome BTW! Im picking up this tank in a few days from my local fish store. I was wondering how you set up an auto top off on this system and what equipment you used for it.

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  5 років тому

      just used float switch and my apex. tons of options out there cant really go wrong...

  • @regentsaquariums5692
    @regentsaquariums5692 5 років тому

    Looks amazing CJ, I think you did the same those little feet as I've done a year ago

  • @danchac01
    @danchac01 5 років тому

    Looking good 👍

  • @chapter25
    @chapter25 5 років тому

    Awesome scape CJ!

  • @skicattx
    @skicattx 5 років тому

    Great ideas, thanks for sharing!