Keith's 65G Tall (Tech 70)

[Keith P]

I'm finally close enough that I feel it's time for a tank thread. I've been collecting parts for this build for about 4-5 months.

The tank is an OCEANIC Tech 70 (I think it's actually 65 gallons though).
The Ikea book shelf does a good job holding the chiller. All I had to do was cut the back of it out.
The faux lock-line was swapped for real, made in the USA, Lock-Line. The cheap bulkheads were replaced with better ones as per the recommendation of a knowledgeable buddy. (Thanks House!)

The Starboad is siliconed down. I now know that it is probably not necessary, but I owned it, so it was staying in

Why must cats always jump into new tanks??!!?? (I know mine is not the only one that does this)

A Custom King sump fits perfectly and leaves room for two NEXT REEF reactors. Custom King is no joke! I am 110% satisfied with my sump. I gave Custom King minimal info on my setup. Just the make/model of my skimmer and pump and the foot print that the sump could use. BEAUTIFUL work!

The pump is a Mag 9.5 (Thanks finksmart ) and the skimmer is an Octopus Extreme 160

More to come. This tank should be up and running by the end of the week.

Tomorrow: Mounting Wingo moon-light modules (not strips) under the euro-bracing of the tank.

 

[reefman204]

Looking really good , I like the set up.

 

[marki24]

Nice. I work in Port Washington if you need any help LMK.

 

[masterswimmer]

Keith, looks excellent. Very nice job thinking it through, planning and taking your time to do things right.

Looking forward to seeing it running.

Russ

 

[jackson6745]

Very nice setup! Looking forward to seeing it stocked.

 

[NYreefNoob]

lookin good keith

 

[Mangas50]

I cant wait to see this up and running Keith. Keep us posted on these pictures.

 

[CHEMCHEF]

Looks Great Keith!!

 

[Custom King]

New Tank!

Keith,

Hello. Everything looks great. I can't wait to see your tank up and running shortly. I'm looking forward to following your thread as the tank matures over time. Thanks again for your business it's greatly appreciated. Glad you're happy with your sump.

Thanks :biggrin:

 

[nanchil]

Looks great.. Good luck..

 

[bueller]

tank set up looks pretty HOT!!

Bueller

 

[Pinkheine]

Very nice! More pics.... please.... Like noones ever typed that out before... seriously though... more pics!!

 

[ClosetFishGeek]

Tank is on its way...looks great....:splitspin

 

[Necsones]

Good luck with the tank. I also have the Octopus extreme 160 and love it.

 

[Awibrandy]

Everything looks so nice and neat! Looking forward to following along...

 

[enufsedtoy]

great set up, looking forward to more pics, nice seeing another 70 gallon tech series in the works...

 

[jejton]

Looking good. I have some zoas for you when its ready.

 

[Keith P]

Here is my LED Moon light install.

I started with wedges of nylon I made. A mitering chop saw made quick work of the nylon.

Used silicone to glue them to the LED modules. A nice 15 degree angle.

I also wanted a way to keep the wires neat.

The adhesive backing was removed before siliconing them in place.

The lights look great. They angle in nicely. It reminds me of theater lighting.

The wiring came out pretty neat.

And totally stealth from the outside. The external wiring will be hidden by the light fixtures bracket (in the works).

 

[bigsink]

Nice work on the lights. I wish I did something like that on my 120 tech. Night lights are a PITA on that tank.

 

[marki24]

So when are you gonna invite me to see it?? :lol2: