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Tank and stand has arrived! Due to my job requirements to be out of the country quite often, I designed myself an internal overflow system instead of using a sump. Tank Requirements: The tank has to be absolutely silent (since it is in my room) and fail proof. Internal overflow system. Benefits: Super quiet, Reliable with no chance of overflowing even if equipment failure. Cons: Limited space requires good planning Tank Dimensions were custom to fit into the corner of my room 110cm x 50cm (Width) x 42cm (height). Display area is 80cm long. It is a 3 sided crystal glass with an internal overflow system. Tank maker is Coral reef aquariums, they have made previous tanks for me, superb customer service. Very good workmanship. The IOS has a 28 cm overflow to cater for higher volume of water return (lesson learnt is please consider your overflow size when doing an IOS, if your return pump is too strong, the overflow will not handle the volume. Water height is about 38cm in the display. The IOS has a compartment for bacteria media and filter wool (I chose wool over sock as its more readily available and it works alot better in my opinion, the JBL Symec wools are the best at filtering. Tank is designed such that even if the wool clogs up, water can still overflow direct into the skimmer section.) Water then flows into the skimmer compartment, before passing through two bubble trap baffles into the return section. Stand is made of aluminium extrusion by Prestech, with 2 x plywood for top and bottom. Workmanship is top notch and will recommend anyone their service.

Hi guys, After a 3 year hiatus, I am back with a new tank thread. Hope everyone is still doing great and having fabulous looking tanks. My hands got abit itchy, so decided to start another new tank. This time, I decided to go for a custom size IOS Peninsular. I will explain abit further on why i decided on this. The main reason I am starting a new thread is because I enjoyed reading back on my past tank threads and it documented a lot of mistakes and valuable lessons, hence I hope this thread will serve to do the same. It also brought good memories looking back at the photos. Here is a quick breakdown of my reefing / fish keeping history: First tank - 3ft FOWLR, eventually added some LPS. (some time during 2010) 2nd Tank, 2ft IOS tank 3rd Tank, 120 Gallon SPS tank July of 2014 Rescaped the tank in April 2015 to be a staghorn dominated tank 5th Tank, 2ft Freshwater ADA tank July 2018 6th Tank???? Looking forward to sharing another new journey with everyone.

Hi guys, As above, looking for Minimax Reactor, Mid size or full size. PM me if you have one for sale. Drop me a whatsapp 9002 0585, i'll give u an offer.

WAH upgrade!!

When people ask about best way to remove nitrate or phosphates, the more important / appropriate question is "whats the most economical way to remove phos/nitrate"? There are tons and tons of methods of removal, Macroalgae, Absorption media (so many brands), Water change, Biological media, ULNS, Algae scrubbers, Tons of bacteria housing, AIO Bio-pallets etc etc. It depends A. Your tank size, B. Your Bioload C. Your feeding regime Simply put, for a small tank in the past, I chose to use Algone pouches, just dump it in the filter and left it till it needs replacement. I also had a small TLF reactor running rowaphos fed from the chiller output. This was really economical for a small size tank. The pouch could last 1.5 months, the rowaphos every mth change few scoops of media. But moving to a bigger 4ft tank, this was no longer an economical method as too many pouches will be required. Choose the most economical method. All of the methods work, its just how much of it you need to use. I.e 5 pouch of Algone? A 2 ft macroalgae tank? 1 container of Rowaphos every mth? 3 sets of Algae scrubber? 2 bags worth of zeovit / zeolight stones / Bio-pallets? or simply, 1 Sulphur denitrator that is an overkill for ur tank size? As to your questions Sharon, reefing has evolved alot over the years, look at some of the alternative methods which are more efficient and effective. A sulphur denitrator works similarly, but it needs more understanding to use safely. The best thing to do if you are facing high nitrates atm is to clean up the system, followed by a water change, than maintain a more healthy feeding / stocking regime. Hope this helps.

The backdrop really makes the tank look so realistic. Nice job!

Can get in touch with iwarna =D

Your tank more and more tok kong! Dame swee la bro.

Agree with Alexcyf, I used a quarantine box with sliding side panel, I held the door up with a clothing peg. Larger the box the better. Leave it there for some time, feeding only via the top of the box. Once the fish starts coming in to feed, wait for a good opportunity to release the door. I've caught anthias, cromis, clowns through this method. I have to admit, it takes plenty of patience, but u wont destroy ur scape trying to catch the fish with a net.

Very nice setup bro. Glad to see another zeovit user! Good thing is Zeovit much more accessible and readily available now adays. Heres my suggestions, like HM mentioned, u need to do a large water change to bring the CA and Alk up. Alternatively, u can dose premixed CA and Alk directly into the tank, do a slow drip method over a couple of days. I used to use this brand called ESV B-ionic 2 part. Its the best remedy to bring your ca and alk back to where u want it, followed by tuning your CR to maintain the ideal parameters. This method will be your best friend when it comes to using a CR. Personally, I'll hold off adding any new sps for now, until you get ur parameters in placed. Because u dont want to get disheartened when u start seeing corals stn/rtn. Its a painful learning process, which hopefully you wont go through. Your light set seems a bit small in length, and I understand you are looking for a shallow tank set up. My advise is maybe u can lower the light set slightly more. This will get u additional PAR since your scape is rather low. Put the high light demanding corals i.e Majority SPS, centralised in the tank, with the less demanding corals around it i.e LPS , Birdnest, digitata etc. Futher down the road, you can consider supplementing with leds, The AI prime looks like it can easily be customised to fit onto the T5, 2 x AI prime will be sweet. But that can come later. Stick with the basic 4 for now, or if u really wan, u can start dosing Amino Acids and Coral vitaliser (no po4). Whatever you decide to dose, dose in small quantities and observe a few days. Thats the best way to go about with zeovit. Enjoy ur tank!

Also have many queries on my lighting bracket... The bracket was diy with parts purchased from prestech, http://www.prestech.com.sg/ , they have a walk in shop at kakit bukit. I cant remember the model numbers, my suggestion is to bring ur hanging kit there, than test on the spot, cos I remember i had to have a part of the profile filed off in order to insert the hanging kit. They will do this for u without extra cost. FYI, you can even customise a standing hanging kit if you require. Sorry i can;t help much here, as its been some time since I had the brackets done.

Hi Kelvin, zeovit doesnt have a specific line of "colour elements". They offer a different way of colouring corals, through multiple means, such as Coral vitaliser, amino acids, B balance and Pohl's Xtra. Than u can take it a step further to get more brighter corals using zeospur. Personally, my opinion is u can start of with the basic 4, than start with CV and AA. Subsequently, base on your coral colours, use b balance or xtra as requried. Xtra if u wan a darker looking coral, B balance if u wan lighter and brighter. Last step is to go with zeospur, only if ur corals are in healthy conditions. Since u just cycled the tank, my advise is to stick to the basic 4 for now, and upkeep good husbandry. Hope this helps.

As for those who are interested on Zeovit. Heres my honest opinion about the system. I wasn't sponsored by zeovit nor any LFS to advertise for their products. 1. Zeovit was the most successful system for me, amongst my entire reefing journey, trying out all different methods. 2. Zeovit allowed me to really understand my corals and their reactions. 3. Its not a fool proof method, it takes plenty of understanding and testing. I would never recommend a newbie to use zeovit. 4. The basic 4 indeed does help, but you do have to understand that there are basic guidelines that needs to be fulfilled. 5. The fact that you require daily dosing is a bitch. But its like feeding a dog or having any other pet. 6. I had my fair share of failures and of course not every blue bottle worked like it says on the label. Some don't even have any reactions after dosing, but i still dose anyways. I guess the golden question is...is zeovit sustainable? Well, of course, just do a simple search on google and you would see zeovit tanks that are many years old. Personally, I did still be on zeovit if i hadn't choose to decomm, and I'm sure it would have still been my choice for many years. Again, I decomm due to the lack of time and commitment for these beautiful animals, not because the system failed on me. At my 1.5yr mark, here is what i got from the buyer that took over my coral during my decomm. As I have mentioned many times in this forum.... Does it work? Yes it does Is it the only system out there? Hell no. Its disheartening to hear rumors about some things that are not even true. Don't let these narrow minded people affect your judgement in this hobby, as not everyone has the same system for reef keeping. Keep an open mind. Happy reefing everyone!

Thank you everyone for all the support I've received over the years, and to those who have followed this thread from day 1. I really appreciate it =D As most of you would know, I will be taking a break from reefing and focusing more on my job and other life commitments. The main reason I have to stop reefing is because I couldn't find the time and money to maintain and upkeep a reef tank. This includes simple task like changing water or monitoring parameters. Many would say that its a result of a bad system (rumor says zeovit is not sustainable, I think u know who that person is) or just laziness, but i assure u, its more about me not waiting till disaster strike before making a decision. Heres a typical example, though not similar in situation, its similar in the end results. So instead of waiting for a disaster to strike, I decided to sell of my corals whilst they were still in great health. And in fact, I dont think i profited from the sales. As i sold either lower than what i paid for, or i increased the price only slightly due to the extreme growth the coral had. It would be a waste to see my sps just wither and die.

Thank u guys for all the interest in the tank. Tank has found a new well deserving owner. Will be selling my equipments along with the tank set to the new owner. I appreciate all the messages and interest, and sorry to disappoint those who were keen. I will definately be back! Dont fight ah, happy reefing one and all.

Can setup a bundle for the ATI 8 tube Sunpower + Wall mounting brackets

Tanks aquascape and potentials

Some Images of the tank when empty

Hi guys, as reluctant as I am, its time for me to let go my tank to a new well deserving owner. Due to the lack of time and commitment to continue upkeeping the tank, I've decided to sell off the set. I may downgrade to a smaller more manageable set up, but that will probably be much later in the future. Tank is super silent with adjustable gate valve. Offers dual return pump compartment for pump failure contingencies. Alot of planning was put into the design of the tank to ensure tank is fail proof. Can also be hooked up to an external refugium or frag tank setup via the second pump return. Plug and play. Coast to coast overflow ensures maximum surface skimming, with bean animal to ensure silent operations, easier maintainace of the back overflow, and prevention of flood. Tank is still running, so u can see it at work. 100% no leaks. Up for sale! 1. Tank set - $450 Only! (Arrange Own movers, I would recommand getting CRA as they know the tank better) Size: 48"x30"x20" Rimless (Perfect Height for SPS / LPS keepers) Volume: 125 gallons Material: 12mm low Iron glass (3 sides) Overflow: External 2/3rds Coast to Coast with Bean animal 1.5" Overflows (3 Piple), Overflow Box is 36"x5"x6" Bulkheads: Schedule 80 from BRS Primary Overflow Valve: Spears Gate Valve Returns: Dual 1" returns Tank Builder : CRA Sump Volume = 9.97G (refugium) + 9.35G (return) + 10.8 Gallons (Skimmer) = 30G Interested buyers may also be keen to do a full setup bundle which includes a <1yr old 8 tube ATI Sunpower with hanging brackets / 1 x HS90 Hailea Chiller, External Refugium, Gyre XF150, External ATO reservoir, Return pumps, Calcium reactor GEO618 with electronic regulator and many more freebies. Sincere and interested buyers can reach me on my mobile, or drop me a message in the forum to arrange for viewing. For anyone looking to upgrade to a 4ft, this would be the perfect time! More info can be found in the link :

Hi guys, all corals have been reserved for pick up tmr. If buyer doesn't turn up, will notify here again. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

FYI clearing fast as I recently had a leak on my cr. Reluctant sales as clams are really beautiful. Hope next owner can appreciate. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi guys, have the following two clams for sale and one purple photosynthetic gorgonian for grabs Large, around palm size, very beautiful colouration and in great health. Selling for $80 Smaller sized, also beautiful Colour and great health . Selling for $50 Buy both clams at $110 Purple photosynthetic gorgonian. Does not require feeding. Has grown a lot in my tank. Very purple. $60 Lime green monti - $20 Red monti - $20 Buy at a package to get more discount! Those who have my no pls contact me directly on WhatsApp, or drop me a message. Collection at Siglap. Need to clear fast. So please no reservations. Collection timing will be morning till 4pm. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Wah, really nice beast equipments for a reef tank. Ups for ur sale bro. That calcium reactor is so sick!!!!! Geo makes the best crs on the market.

Have this Aussie blue stag up for sale. Thick brush variant. Have one small broken off brunch. Very healthy with lots of potential and fast grower. Selling now for $100 Another beautiful large size blue Fiji stag. Thin branch variant. Selling now for $80. Do note, selling cheap as colony has some burnt tips, but definitely healthy. Blue tort, $30, slight damage to the tip due to Wavemaker being direct at the tips. But fast grower with plenty of potential. Check my thread for photos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thank u all for the great support! I apologise if I haven't replied to all ur pms. But I try to priorities those who pm me first. I'm left with only the purple Fiji stag and small red stag. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk