Ep.6 | Creating The Floating Aquascape - Aquaforest AF Rock & StoneFix

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  • Опубліковано 11 лип 2024
  • Lets aquasape the tank! First attempt at a floating aquascape in the hobby .. lets see how I did it!
    Music for videos:
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    Tank:
    Innovative marine 75 EXT:
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    Sump:
    Nuvo RFS 27 sump -
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    VCR - Flex series Random flow generator
    vividcreativeaquatics.com/pro...
    Equipment:
    Helio Heating system:
    www.innovative-marine.com/hel...
    Wavelink Powerhead :
    www.innovative-marine.com/sho...
    Mighty Jet XL return pump:
    www.innovative-marine.com/sho...
    Auto Top off - Hydrofill 15g ATO Kit:
    www.innovative-marine.com/sho...
    Skimmer - Simply Aquatics DC 120
    www.simplicityaquatics.com/sk...
    Rain2 Algae scrubber:
    www.santa-monica.cc/RAIN2-Pol...
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 153

  • @CJSAQUARIUMS
    @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +10

    Been a hell of a ride so far and this Aquascape was totally different then I’ve ever attempted. Thanks for tapping in on the build. Lighting is NEXT ✊🏾💯 #KeepDoingWhatYallDo #BeEazy

    • @scottspencer8587
      @scottspencer8587 Рік тому +1

      A little tip I picked up is when you put the stone fix on make sure you have some broken up small bits of rock that you push into the stone fix. Makes it look like it's one rock and you can't see the joints

    • @scottspencer8587
      @scottspencer8587 Рік тому

      What lighting you going to use ?? The ai hydras are amazing

  • @InappropriateReefer
    @InappropriateReefer Рік тому +9

    Scape looks fantastic!!

  • @superjasonification
    @superjasonification 3 місяці тому

    Woodford reserve double oaked is my favorite, the second barrel really makes a difference.

  • @dylannicolet300
    @dylannicolet300 Рік тому

    That scape is sexy. Seeing you back is making me wanna get back into reefing, too.

  • @heycesa
    @heycesa Рік тому

    Looks amazing!!

  • @phrezhboy
    @phrezhboy Рік тому

    Amazing job !

  • @queencityreefs
    @queencityreefs Рік тому

    Great job 👏🏻

  • @Khris_1013
    @Khris_1013 Рік тому

    That’s absolutely beautiful

  • @strat1960s
    @strat1960s Рік тому

    looks amazing

  • @bryant026
    @bryant026 Рік тому

    Looks great!

  • @APTV50634
    @APTV50634 Рік тому

    wow very cool update i can't wait to see what's next cj i love the aquaescape

  • @UniversalBrother108
    @UniversalBrother108 5 місяців тому

    A true work of art. Excellent job. Big thanks for sharing.

  • @ryanshackleton2174
    @ryanshackleton2174 Рік тому

    Good too see you back in the hobby

  • @joshmuldoon9622
    @joshmuldoon9622 Рік тому

    Great job, hats off!

  • @PaulieWalnutss
    @PaulieWalnutss Рік тому +1

    Came out great brother! Love it!

  • @AMC-SQUATCHER
    @AMC-SQUATCHER 2 місяці тому

    Absolutely stunning

  • @IMGbaugher
    @IMGbaugher Рік тому

    Aquascape looks 🔥

  • @RogueAquariums
    @RogueAquariums Рік тому

    The rockscape turned out great. Well done!

  • @DCALLUS23
    @DCALLUS23 Рік тому

    Amazing job as usual cj. Really well done 👌

  • @aquariumcabinetsolutions456

    Looking great CJ !! 👌🔥👌

  • @dmphins8349
    @dmphins8349 Рік тому

    Man it looks great

  • @fletcherwright7042
    @fletcherwright7042 Рік тому

    Sweet looking scape 👍

  • @jtdr2023
    @jtdr2023 Рік тому

    I’m enjoying your journey. Scape looks good.
    Keep ‘em coming.

  • @Saltydog547
    @Saltydog547 Рік тому

    The scape look sick. Well done !!!

  • @brobi44
    @brobi44 10 місяців тому

    Bro I've been throughly enjoying this series. Thank you so much for documenting all of this

  • @mahdidorranian1479
    @mahdidorranian1479 Рік тому

    absolute MASTERPIECE of a scape

  • @Gaza-cl6no
    @Gaza-cl6no Рік тому

    Brilliant mate

  • @EndyValenzuela
    @EndyValenzuela Рік тому

    Hell of a job digging it

  • @nucciboy1
    @nucciboy1 Рік тому

    Can’t wait for the corals and fish

  • @tycobbs7609
    @tycobbs7609 Рік тому

    Love your content Bro, keep it up

  • @wrekhavoc
    @wrekhavoc Рік тому

    Scape is amazing bro hands down 💯💯💯💯

  • @ASBsweet
    @ASBsweet Рік тому

    Scape is great and unique!! Nice work man 😎👍

  • @RocsAquatic
    @RocsAquatic Рік тому

    Looks good bro

  • @mahdidorranian1479
    @mahdidorranian1479 Рік тому

    absolutely took my breath away. this is what a scape is. i commend you bro

  • @gabrieltrujillo2719
    @gabrieltrujillo2719 Рік тому

    Looking great sir! I am just bopping my head up and down as I watch these videos feeling relaxed. It was worth the wait. Thanks for coming back to the hobby!

  • @Mr.Loweryy
    @Mr.Loweryy Рік тому

    Coming along really well..

  • @Reefkpr1
    @Reefkpr1 Рік тому

    🙌 Turned out great CJ. Looking forward to seeing it loaded with coral.

  • @jeffjames6594
    @jeffjames6594 Рік тому

    Maaan you killed it.......great job

  • @bigadventure3797
    @bigadventure3797 11 місяців тому

    That's dope!

  • @mopar_shawn939
    @mopar_shawn939 Рік тому

    Glad you back big bro, Tank looks great.

  • @nim6us
    @nim6us 11 місяців тому

    So glad to see you back! I remember your SCA build, I learned so much from that video and it helped me scape my tank. You've got lots of great advice! 👍

  • @tzlynch07
    @tzlynch07 Рік тому

    I'm just getting into it and your videos are awesome! I've learned a lot from watching you build this tank and can't wait to see how it turns out!

  • @kaoslsu1405
    @kaoslsu1405 Рік тому

    Amazing scape man been following for years

  • @jeffstevens763
    @jeffstevens763 Рік тому

    Was with you a few years ago CJ glad you’re back love the scape to be fair loved all you’re scapes👍

  • @MyFirstFishTank
    @MyFirstFishTank Рік тому

    I love your scapes CJ. Always do artistic.

  • @dennisscott6413
    @dennisscott6413 Рік тому

    Lawd have mercy welcome back. You have been surely missed. Everything looks good 👍🏾

  • @carstenlassen7077
    @carstenlassen7077 Рік тому

    Wow I’m impressed I like it a lot👊👊❤️🇩🇰

  • @nucciboy1
    @nucciboy1 Рік тому

    Really nice. Looks like King Kong’s arm

  • @jczetroc8144
    @jczetroc8144 Рік тому

    Finally caught up. Fantastic scape wow I love it. Thanks for these inspiring and helpful videos.

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      You still have 7 episodes to go.. we on 14 now. Thanks for watching 💯

  • @jcbrown5775
    @jcbrown5775 Рік тому

    The length you managed to pull off on the right side is absolutely killer! Really dig the whole scape 👊😎

  • @mikejurnak4253
    @mikejurnak4253 Рік тому

    Looks amazing glad we don't have the chicken foot 🐥😂

  • @12WeMet1
    @12WeMet1 7 місяців тому

    So fire bro

  • @jotrem4877
    @jotrem4877 7 місяців тому

    Finally the video I’ve been looking for. I’m going to do my best to replicate something like this for my 75 gallon build. I love the idea of the feet, and giving it a “floating” feel

  • @dennisredmond9395
    @dennisredmond9395 8 місяців тому

    You had me at Be Eazy sauce but, man this is gorgeous. The “feet” idea has to be one of the best ideas. I’ve been out of the game for 20 years and I’m going to start getting back into it after thanksgiving. Glad I found you. Going to go back and watch your other videos now. Thanks CJ!

  • @smeshfactory3992
    @smeshfactory3992 Рік тому

    DUDE YOU'RE BACK! I was literally thinking about you the other day as I've recently got the bug to get back in the hobby and lo and behold this video popped up on my feed this very second and I'm all here for it, LET'S GO!

  • @inventoryking
    @inventoryking Рік тому

    Bro that looks awesome! I love the idea on the feet.

  • @SIMUANGCO2468
    @SIMUANGCO2468 Рік тому +1

    Great stuff!! The feet idea is awesome beats using pvc pipe. I used the AF rock for my new build also and really like it for the most part.

  • @gencoupe3.8
    @gencoupe3.8 Рік тому +1

    Very cool idea with the “feet” on the bottom. The rock is very nice and really like how it all turned out.

  • @sunnygoold9449
    @sunnygoold9449 Рік тому

    The feet are back! epic

  • @CW7081
    @CW7081 Рік тому

    WOW dude. That’s a great video. Beautiful Aquascape. Wish I had that type of skill. I remember the chicken foot in the previous build 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @jussless2834
    @jussless2834 11 місяців тому

    Nice aqua scraping video wish I did a few of those on my new build

  • @yasseraloy4178
    @yasseraloy4178 Рік тому

    Cj I think you have outdone yourself with the idea 💡 of the ice cube shape as a base a master plan indeed came out great 👍

  • @danhogan7321
    @danhogan7321 Рік тому

    I remember following along with the JBJ45 years ago when i was setting up my first tank. Now years later I got a floor covered in dry rock rn getting ready for the next build and you are doing the same thing! Funny how things come around like that. Cant wait to follow along man.

  • @agentcrtr
    @agentcrtr Рік тому

    Be Easy Sauce for the win! Woodford!

  • @mdowney14
    @mdowney14 Рік тому

    One of the best scraping videos I’ve ever watched. Gave me all sorts of ideas. Great work!

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому

      Love to hear it! Keep doing what you do ✊🏾💯

  • @HeathenHammer123
    @HeathenHammer123 Рік тому

    freakin awesome! I hope you go though with the cave idea.

  • @jeramiescott3364
    @jeramiescott3364 Рік тому

    Man I've not keep a reef for awhile now. You were one of the first channels I watched back when you had the jbj. Always wondered if you was still doing it and UA-cam today answered my question 😅

  • @rayhaanfurmie
    @rayhaanfurmie Рік тому

    Looks great bro can't wait for next part 😁😁😁 love your work you got me hooks from the jbj AIO system and made me start a mini reef myself but unfortunately had to shut it down 2020 due to South Africa's lock down and couldn't get anything to keep my system running and healthy

  • @MDAquaticsChannel
    @MDAquaticsChannel 11 місяців тому

    What's up man, been following since the first JBJ. I love the feet, great idea. I will definitely be stealing it lol

  • @adamhudson6812
    @adamhudson6812 3 місяці тому

    This scape is amazing man! I wish I had this artistic ability. The tips you gave may just help me with my IM 112 ext build!

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  3 місяці тому

      Awesome! Just let it flow.. alittle #BeEazySauce and music 🎶 good luck!

  • @tylerjaax4917
    @tylerjaax4917 Рік тому +1

    Looks good! You could move that front right rock to the left a bit for balance. Also, might want to consider making those front rocks structures that fish can hide within. Especially if you are considering fairy wrasses or any rock-dwelling fish. Fish need places to hide and live. 😊

  • @bhaydon8269
    @bhaydon8269 Рік тому

    After having 3 yrs out, you've gone big with this one......
    That floating scape is gonna look like Avatars Pandora when it's filled in....proper serious system......👌👌👏👏

  • @philipmemm
    @philipmemm Рік тому

    Dude, love the scape, specifically the right side floating part. Me and you are in the same boat. I’ve had tanks forever, but I been out of the hobby for almost two years. I’m kindof starting all over but as a novice, just made my scape last week and have the tank cycling rn. I’m learning a lot from the brs channel, and really focusing on taking it SLOWW, and STABILITY.. 2 thinks I really haven’t don’t in the past. Gunna sub, to see how it goes and keep the motivation coming!

  • @gordongrier2172
    @gordongrier2172 Рік тому

    Nice

  • @scottstevenson119
    @scottstevenson119 Рік тому

    Chicken foot 😂😂😂😂. Man I miss cj and Rico . Always good vibes with you guys.

  • @jayg9209
    @jayg9209 Рік тому

    I found u from aquaforest youtube page and watched your video on tv. Had to get my phone to comment and say great job and good video. I liked how u showed previously built ones you made. Im sure u can sell them if you wanted too. Keep it up. I look forward to watching your other video. Keep up the hard work wish the best nd have fun reefing!

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому

      Appreciate the effort just to make this comment! I work hard on trying to document and show my thought processes good and bad. This will be a full series 50/60 videos be sure to TAPP in for the full series. Thanks for watching 💪🏾

  • @Kenny_Edmonton
    @Kenny_Edmonton Рік тому +1

    That looks amazing, I was just at my local store and they have a 40lbs box of this and I was thinking about picking it up for my waterbox 50.3 but it’s a little pricy.

  • @cameronbasford8991
    @cameronbasford8991 Рік тому

    One thing I don’t like about my tank is the scape. When I moved house I upgraded from a waterbox 170.4/5 to a Cade 1800 s2/p. I just dumped everything in as best I could cause the rock already had coral on it.
    Seeing this video makes me want to pull all my rock out and build a new scape.

  • @sheemkhaa9933
    @sheemkhaa9933 Рік тому

    Nice floating arches looks amazing hope you did a test on tapping the rock structure to see if it will fall over when you maintenance your reef. Never know your hand or arms may bump into the structure and it tips over

  • @GROCK619
    @GROCK619 Рік тому +1

    Cheers hopefully you going for the ATI t-5 led hybrid... lighting

  • @jjmccloud
    @jjmccloud 4 місяці тому

    Thats a ton of flat rocks lol curious to see the outcome

  • @eddyortiz8110
    @eddyortiz8110 Рік тому

    That looks great. The floating shelf is going look sick with corals on it. The pieces on the bottom is a good idea . I wouldnt say your a novice tho? Your killing it.😂✌🐟

  • @MrJdawg45678
    @MrJdawg45678 Рік тому

    Best scape yet! No more chicken feet!

  • @TheReefChronicles
    @TheReefChronicles Рік тому

    I'm definitely interested and curious for the Under Scape tunnel system u mentioned. Just thinking about crustaceans, mandarin, Gobies, etc. Good work so far. I'm hype for the progress definitely looking forward to how you choose to cycle this tank setup

  • @apunderwaterdistractions9865

    I cemented the bottom of my rock so it sits flat in the tank also helps with balance and avoids scratches

  • @rattdoggsaquariums4976
    @rattdoggsaquariums4976 Рік тому

    Beeazyfeet is much better than chicken feet! Lol it looks good brother!

  • @Tom-jw1pe
    @Tom-jw1pe Рік тому

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @AquaforestEuAF
    @AquaforestEuAF Рік тому

    😍Great video! Your floating aquascape looks amazing!

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! Shout out to stonefix that stuff made the whole idea work perfect ❤️

  • @devachapman6315
    @devachapman6315 Рік тому

    the scape looks great my man. i was really thinking about the AF rock last week. I have 2 builds going on right now. for some real reef rock for one. but not stocked with it.
    i like how light this rock is looks like you get alot per box. but i not a huge fan of the color.
    but the price is nice....

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      I’ve used both real reef rock and AF. Real reef rock color is a lot deeper purple but under reef lighting the AF rock looks like natural coralline. Both brands of rocks worked for me real reef was heavier due to being live so you got less of it. Just go wit whatever feels right my man 💯

  • @zachmcwatch9873
    @zachmcwatch9873 Рік тому

    Yah big homie!!! Yah this is hella hot!!! Recently I’ve made the decision(or mistake lmao jk) of starting up a reef tank myself! I’ve got a 40 or 50 gallon(I’m not entirely sure but it once housed tiger Oscar’s) purchased myself two boxes of Caribsea liverock might get more! Waiting on a RODI system, eshoops prodigy to come in to work out my plumbing that will run into my black dresser that I converted into a tank stand lmao🤷🏻‍♂️ it actually looks so much better then it sounds lol. It’s solid an it will keep my sump out of sight. It’s definitely going to be a lil pricier then I was expecting overall but I couldn’t care less because I’ve wanted a reef tank for how long an I’ve spent a lot more cash on a lot worst things. Anyways with all that said I just want to say “I love the floating look” I definitely will be trying to emulate the look of your aquascape 🙌🏽🙌🏽 I think it looks So awesome

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому

      Sounds like a dope setup my man! Go for what you want because at end of the day it’s your tank your dream ✊🏾💯 #KeepDoingWhatYouDo

  • @darksidereefer
    @darksidereefer Рік тому

    You gotta try double oaked. Scape looks great!

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      I’ll add it to the list 🥃 💯✊🏾

    • @darksidereefer
      @darksidereefer Рік тому

      @@CJSAQUARIUMS bourbon convos and reefs. Let's go!

  • @JCarey
    @JCarey Рік тому

    This would be perfect for Setup with no substrate 💯👍🏾I'm sure you going with sand tho 😀🫡

  • @freedomaquatics6328
    @freedomaquatics6328 Рік тому

    You might consider raising up those lose pieces as well only because I can almost bet they will end up covered with sand. Critters, crabs, fish, just all of them in general will end up putting those under the sand. Maybe not but likely. Just a thought because I like the idea of the raisers on the scape...future plans for sure. Looks good though CJ.

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      Debating that part … I have extra feet ready to go needed we shall see ✊🏾💯

  • @skeptics_reef5575
    @skeptics_reef5575 Рік тому

    Looks cool, bit of cinstructive feedback, for me personally I would lose the big chunky round rock at the top left hand structure, it's taking away more than it's adding. It will be rather high up and will nearly be at the water surface, so won't really be able to add much in the way of corals to it, and it casts quite a shadow on the Lowe structure already. The overall scape would look much more open without it and you will have more usable space and room for corals to grow. Just my humble opinion 👍👍

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +2

      Love the feedback and it was something that was considered for sure… but I purposely wanted a structure touching the water surface. Channeling my old JBJ 45 vibes with a diff twist… tank will be a mixture of corals and rock scape. I have a clear vision and purpose for this build and when it’s done 🔥🔥✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 #StayTuned

  • @ray7351
    @ray7351 Рік тому

    Fuck cj this looks amazing dude!

  • @robertbrownell3918
    @robertbrownell3918 Рік тому

    Awesome video! How come you didn't add feet to the 3 stand alone flat rocks???

  • @CO.Reefing
    @CO.Reefing Рік тому

    Dope aquascape! I love using purple rock for my scapes but this AF rock looks great as well. How nervous were you when you lifted that scape into the tank? I was nervous for you haha.

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      Wasn’t too nervous I’ve used stonefix before on way bigger rocks. The o Ky issue is if any seams are created while it cures. I shook the entire scape violently to remove debris and it didn’t flinch. It’s SOLID ✊🏾💯

    • @CO.Reefing
      @CO.Reefing Рік тому

      @@CJSAQUARIUMS That is awesome! Can't wait to see what you did for lighting... maybe G6 Radions??? haha

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      Stay tuned I went a totally new direction like I have with a lot of things with this tank 😎💯

  • @Elreydelsiding
    @Elreydelsiding Рік тому

    man. nice but scary very scary

  • @Jaybones2323
    @Jaybones2323 Рік тому

    Looks great!! Is that a pump connected to your bucket?

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому +1

      Yep wet dry vac $28 at Lowe’s

    • @Jaybones2323
      @Jaybones2323 Рік тому

      @@CJSAQUARIUMS just ordered it! Now I can clean my sump. Thanks CJ, glad you’re back and looking forward to new videos

  • @jules2545
    @jules2545 Рік тому

    Epic aquascape CJ. At the beginingof your video what was that bucket device you used to suck water out of your tank with please?

    • @CJSAQUARIUMS
      @CJSAQUARIUMS  Рік тому

      Bucket top wet dry vac from Lowe’s. It’s the best $28 I’ve ever spent.. it attaches to any 5g bucket. Check last video for details on it

    • @jules2545
      @jules2545 Рік тому

      @@CJSAQUARIUMS Thanks for that.