New 125G Tank

Low_t Tom · 02-23-2013, 02:18 PM

Here is the start of my journey for the 125G Tank. I have set the following goals:

1. Large 125G Long "Show" Tank for the entryway of my home.
2. Must have a realistic 3D Rock wall look.
3. Must be unique, no standard designs or backgrounds.
4. All down pipes, heaters, filter outputs and airlines MUST not be visible inside the tank.
5. All outside equipment must be hidden in stand.
6. Must be whisper quite when operating.

Here are pictures of my empty canvas.

Low_t Tom · 02-23-2013, 02:21 PM

Today I am starting the install of the 3D Background. Any questions let me know.

quietace · 02-23-2013, 02:24 PM

Were did you get your tank and stand from? Subscribed!

Couesfanatic · 02-23-2013, 04:44 PM

Looks interesting. Why do the background on the sides? Are you going to cover up the sides from the outside?

Will be following, looks fun.

ETK · 02-23-2013, 05:49 PM

Looking great! Subscribed.

Low_t Tom · 02-25-2013, 08:18 AM

I got the tank and stand from Pet Smart. I am doing the sides for two reasons.

1. To give it a total effect when you look at it from the front.
2. Since this is in the entryway of my home the sun will shine in from the front door. So to prevent algae growth.

I have finished installing the back and side panels, now I'm painting the back and sides of the tank black and installing the filter outflow pipes into the rocks that will be attached on the back panels. Note I also cut the bottom of the rocks (to allow water in) and added a plastic mesh to prevent fish from getting into the rock!

Low_t Tom · 02-26-2013, 08:46 AM

I got the Background and side Rocks installed today! I am using Black silicone and play sand to make the seams blend in better. I am very happy so far with how this is coming out. I can tell you this has stretched my limits of DIY! I will start on the plumbing after waiting 24 hrs for the seals to dry. Let me know if you have any questions.

T

jshoker · 02-26-2013, 10:45 AM

wow...looking really good...subscribed!

jart · 02-27-2013, 01:04 AM

Great start. What are your plans for fish?

Low_t Tom · 02-27-2013, 09:53 AM

I have completed the installation of the in-line UV sterilizer, heater and twin Filstar XP4's and preformed a leak flow test. Everything is working great!!! I was concerned that the flow would be too great coming out of the right side rock, but it's fine. Also wanted to ensure that the uptakes were able to pull enough water through the bottom of the rocks and they are just fine! I am very excited as now I will be getting my substrate (Carbi Sea Argonite) and my Lace rock together for installation and the long awaited FILL!!!!

BoxxerBoyDrew · 02-28-2013, 02:55 AM

VERY COOL SO FAR!!

Subscribed! Glad to se another Texas Guy here!!!

Keep up the GREAT WORK!
Drew

Conrad283 · 02-28-2013, 03:00 AM

Looks good. Stock list?

Low_t Tom · 02-28-2013, 08:31 AM

I got the Aqua scape done and got my 3 lobsters from my other tank in their new home. I was able to cycle the tank instantly by taking some gravel On right side from my other tank and also Bio-Stars from the filter. I am totally amazed at how this came out. It is the "Show" tank I have been wanting for years in the entry way! Now I have to decide what African Chichlid I want to add, as well as plants. Any Ideas?

ChadRamsey · 02-28-2013, 01:00 PM

good start. love the background. sweet looking cray!

good luck

Wolf19 · 02-28-2013, 01:45 PM

I like the backround, gives that feel of a peak inside a cave =) Well done sir.

02-23-2013, 02:18 PM	#1
Low_t Tom Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ft. Worth TX Posts: 34	New 125G Tank Here is the start of my journey for the 125G Tank. I have set the following goals: 1. Large 125G Long "Show" Tank for the entryway of my home. 2. Must have a realistic 3D Rock wall look. 3. Must be unique, no standard designs or backgrounds. 4. All down pipes, heaters, filter outputs and airlines MUST not be visible inside the tank. 5. All outside equipment must be hidden in stand. 6. Must be whisper quite when operating. Here are pictures of my empty canvas. Attached Thumbnails

02-23-2013, 02:21 PM	#2
Low_t Tom Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ft. Worth TX Posts: 34	Install Background Part 1 Today I am starting the install of the 3D Background. Any questions let me know. Attached Images

02-23-2013, 02:24 PM	#3
quietace Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Point Pleasant NJ Posts: 20	Were did you get your tank and stand from? Subscribed! __________________ You learn something new every day Last edited by quietace; 02-23-2013 at 02:25 PM.. Reason: Sentence

02-23-2013, 04:44 PM	#4
Couesfanatic Wannabe Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (17/100%) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: WA Posts: 1,235	Looks interesting. Why do the background on the sides? Are you going to cover up the sides from the outside? Will be following, looks fun. __________________ ADA Mini M Journal

02-23-2013, 05:49 PM	#5
ETK Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Southern California Posts: 112	Looking great! Subscribed. __________________ -ETK ETK's 48 Gallon Journal

02-25-2013, 08:18 AM	#6
Low_t Tom Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ft. Worth TX Posts: 34	Finish Background I got the tank and stand from Pet Smart. I am doing the sides for two reasons. 1. To give it a total effect when you look at it from the front. 2. Since this is in the entryway of my home the sun will shine in from the front door. So to prevent algae growth. I have finished installing the back and side panels, now I'm painting the back and sides of the tank black and installing the filter outflow pipes into the rocks that will be attached on the back panels. Note I also cut the bottom of the rocks (to allow water in) and added a plastic mesh to prevent fish from getting into the rock! Attached Thumbnails

02-26-2013, 08:46 AM	#7
Low_t Tom Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ft. Worth TX Posts: 34	Rock Installation I got the Background and side Rocks installed today! I am using Black silicone and play sand to make the seams blend in better. I am very happy so far with how this is coming out. I can tell you this has stretched my limits of DIY! I will start on the plumbing after waiting 24 hrs for the seals to dry. Let me know if you have any questions. T Attached Thumbnails

02-26-2013, 10:45 AM	#8
jshoker Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (3/100%) Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 103	wow...looking really good...subscribed! __________________ Amateur fish hoarder

02-27-2013, 01:04 AM	#9
jart Wannabe Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: NS Canada Posts: 1,358	Great start. What are your plans for fish?

02-27-2013, 09:53 AM	#10
Low_t Tom Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ft. Worth TX Posts: 34	Plumbing Completed I have completed the installation of the in-line UV sterilizer, heater and twin Filstar XP4's and preformed a leak flow test. Everything is working great!!! I was concerned that the flow would be too great coming out of the right side rock, but it's fine. Also wanted to ensure that the uptakes were able to pull enough water through the bottom of the rocks and they are just fine! I am very excited as now I will be getting my substrate (Carbi Sea Argonite) and my Lace rock together for installation and the long awaited FILL!!!! Attached Thumbnails

02-28-2013, 02:55 AM	#11
BoxxerBoyDrew Planted Tank Enthusiast (View User Tanks) PTrader: (12/100%) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Waco,Tx Posts: 611	VERY COOL SO FAR!! Subscribed! Glad to se another Texas Guy here!!! Keep up the GREAT WORK! Drew

02-28-2013, 03:00 AM	#12
Conrad283 Planted Member (View User Tanks) PTrader: (2/100%) Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 243	Looks good. Stock list?

02-28-2013, 08:31 AM	#13
Low_t Tom Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ft. Worth TX Posts: 34	Tank Filled with Lobsters! I got the Aqua scape done and got my 3 lobsters from my other tank in their new home. I was able to cycle the tank instantly by taking some gravel On right side from my other tank and also Bio-Stars from the filter. I am totally amazed at how this came out. It is the "Show" tank I have been wanting for years in the entry way! Now I have to decide what African Chichlid I want to add, as well as plants. Any Ideas? Attached Thumbnails

02-28-2013, 01:00 PM	#14
ChadRamsey Wannabe Guru (View User Tanks) PTrader: (44/100%) Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Canton, Ga Posts: 1,156	good start. love the background. sweet looking cray! good luck __________________ 125g High Tech 55g Low Tech 20L CRS Tank There are 2 types of people on this forum. Those that have algae, and those that lie and say they don't.

02-28-2013, 01:45 PM	#15
Wolf19 Algae Grower (View User Tanks) PTrader: (0/0%) Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Edmonton Posts: 88	I like the backround, gives that feel of a peak inside a cave =) Well done sir.

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