PrattReef Project - The Move

[prattreef]

Dave, Mikes,Steve, Kris,
Thanks for your offer. I'll have a better sense of the exact timing of things as the week progresses, but if all goes as planned in my head (does it ever?) I'd like to be able to start dismantling the old system (ie all the livestock will be out already Kris around 9:00. Really anytime folks can help will be great, but I do need a critical mass of men with muscles in the morning / early afternoon to move the heavy stuff.

Randy

 

[PalmTree]

Hey Randy I think I can be there around 10Am if that is okay.

 

[tripstank]

I might be a little late too, I am going to be coming from S.Jersey, who knows how the traffic is going to be!

 

[prattreef]

Hi all. The one week countdown to setup has begun!!! Thanks to all who have agreed to help out and to those who would like to but can't. It is a bit hard to develop a firm schedule, but here is how it goes in my head

I'll be there at dawn to begin removing livestock, anyone who wants to help with early shift ( could be late Mon. evening too I guess) is more than welcome.

7:00-10:00 Fry and Kasei (?) arrive begin electrical upgrades
7:00-10:00 Kris, Mike, Jim and anyone else breakdown existing system
10:00-12:00 Big boys need to be there to move old tank and put new tank stand in place.
12:00-3:00 Tristan does his plumbing act extrodinaire, equipment cleaned etc.
3:00-???? refilling, restocking, redesigning fighting over frags etc.----should go well into the evening.

Food and beverages will be provided (sorry no beer... against campus regulations.)

Those who are driving will be able to park in the campus lot. PM me for details, directions etc.

It should be a crazy,fun, stressful, educational and rewarding day.

Am I forgetting anything?

Randy

 

[prattreef]

Also,

I still need about 8-10' of 1" spa flex if anyone's got some to spare. RD

 

[SlamaJama]

ill look for some (spa flex) this week...im thr for the whole day untill ive filled my bag with frags...did i say that out loud...lol...j/k...so np on the 10 am move part

 

[prattreef]

Mike you don't have to be shy about frags...ever. There will be plenty for everyone.

Also, Ive got confirmation from BC and Ezee for help and a few Pratt folks too. We are in good shape. RD

 

[tripstank]

Frags! Whoo Hoo!

 

[prattreef]

LIke you need to ask

 

[prattreef]

For those who don't know, Tripstank is Leo who built my stand. RD

 

[masterswimmer]

Randy, I'll be there. Now where did you say that reclining directors chair would be set up? :lol: Oh, and that Tempurpedic will come in handy :biggrin:
LMK if you need me to bring anything for the temporary setups, ie: heaters, powerheads, Rubbermaids, etc.

swimmer

 

[prattreef]

Great Russ. I will now officially annoint you project kibbitzer, or for those of other persuasions the master of mirth, merriment and amusement. Do not take this assignment lightly. I for one will need it

A few rubbermaids and some powerheads couldn't hurt.

RD

 

[tripstank]

Randy, I will be coming about 7:30 AM, but I will have to leave no later 1:30.. Hopefully I will be able to put in more than two cents

 

[jhale]

Unfortunately Chris it really has to be the 15th. Your wife won't mind if you drop her off and head on over after you land we''ll going well into the night Seriously, you will be missed, but we'll be fine.

Randy

um, whose going to pick up the tank ? lol chris = 5 normal reefers I think.

R, I'll do my best to be there, I''m hoping I'll be done with my own tank reconstruction by then.

 

[SlamaJama]

i will J...with KC hand grips np on moving that monster...i heard i have lots of fish now...not home yet...lol

 

[FRY]

ballast box

ballast box

 

[prattreef]

Just got back to town and we are in final countdown mode. Less than 48hrs. to go!!! Everything seems to be in place and my team seems just amazing. I couldn't be entering this nerve wracking endeavor with any more confidence than I am now. Don't get me wrong, I'll still be a dazed and confused blithering idiot on Tues. but I know we will get it done and done right and the results will be awesome.

Jon I hope you can make it, your recent ordeal will provide valuable insight.

Fry, the box looks fabulous.

Anyone on the team need anything? Just PM me.

I"ll give a final update tomorrow.

Randy

 

[Josh]

Best of luck. I will be out of town but will be eagerly awaiting news of success and PHOTOS!

 

[prattreef]

Thanks Josh... in oh so many ways RD

 

[alrha]

Also,

I still need about 8-10' of 1" spa flex if anyone's got some to spare. RD

I recently got some 1" black flexible PVC (10') from marine depot if you still need.