Glock's 120 Build

[stratusfearrr]

opcorn:opcorn:opcorn:opcorn:

 

[gotglock]

SHA-BAM!

 

[Phillydog1958]

dirty tank cleaning

Well I decided to make a build thread to keep track of everything so far.

I got this tank off craigs list for $150. It was in surprisingly good shape and just needs a good cleaning.
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Thats what I was working on today, cleaning all the crap off it. I got a lot of the calcium deposits off by hand but need to go back with a sharper scraper to get the rest, especially the glass tops.
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I would have taken more photo's with the top on it but I got stung by a ground bee on the last photo.



I decided I am going to use pool filter sand as substrate for the sting rays with a large piece of manzanite wood as the center piece. I might put a few plants on the manazanite to grow in.

As far as filters..

http://www.bigalsonline.com/BigAlsUS/ctl3684/cp17290/si1382183/cl0/marinelandmagnum350filter

I will be running 2 of these. The inputs will be put on the corners to maximize the debris pick up with the out flow blowing from the center downwards in front. I may buy a third one at a later date to keep as a back up in case one craps out on me.

As for heater, I will also run 2 x 250 watt heaters.

http://www.bigalsonline.com/BigAlsUS/ctl3684/cp18534/si1382763/cl0/jagerheater250watt

Though I have a feeling I may want 300 watt heaters...

I will be getting 2 teacup stingrays for this aquarium. My angel who has gotten quite large will also be the other inhabitant along with 10 CAE's.

a friend of mine has a dirty tank that i'm considering buying. how did you celan the calcium off of the glass? i've heard of some people using vinegar...

 

[gotglock]

A VERY sharp scrapper and a lot of elbow grease and vinegar.

Also, made a video of it. Couldn't think of any other song at the moment besides some Folk Metal.

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[gotglock]

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Darn Youtube. Changed the song and added a bit more.

 

[67chevelle]

No background?
Solid green would look cool.

 

[gotglock]

No background?
Solid green would look cool.

It's up now, I had to let the cardboard dry yesterday when I made that. I'll post a photo fairly soon when my battery charges.

 

[gotglock]

Got the black background on and moved both pumps closer to get both of them in one shot.

 

[krytan]

Looks very nice, i do like black back grounds on freshwater tanks.

 

[67chevelle]

Black always looks good.I like it a lot.