Maple Reef’s 80 gallon shallow build

[MapleReef]

Alright, today I recived a package containing two 4” filter media cups made by rimmer & rimmer machine shop.

First impressions were “WOW” these are well made. They used thick bpa free polypropylene and are very nice. On Marinedepot’s site ( where I ordered these from) it said it will fit a GEO series sump. They don’t,so I came up with this idea.

I grabbed two unused felt 4” socks and removed the felt. Then trimmed the plastic back on the rings. Slid the up the cups, and presto they work awesome!!

See pics

 

[MapleReef]

Had a few min tonight to start playing around with some wire management ideas. I think I found a solution I feel happy with.

These are silicone desk wire management clips I found on eBay. They seem to do the job and keep everything tidy

 

[Clayton Jessup]

Wow very nicely done MapleReef! I like the silicone wire management solution

 

[MapleReef]

Wow very nicely done MapleReef! I like the silicone wire management solution

I need to take better pictures. The only lighting I have in the room at the moment is t5, doesn't show up on camera all that well.

 

[Clayton Jessup]

Still looks good promise

 

[MapleReef]

Here is a quick video of where everything stands as of this morning. I got my UPS tracking no. Today for my new ATI t5 bulbs, and kessils. So updates on that are to follow shortly. The only thing holding me back now is, the tanks top woodwork. as soon as that’s back, I can epoxy it all up and this thing is getting filled !!

 

[ReeferMadness80G]

Hey Mapes, looks amazing bro! Very clean and very sleek! If I can lend my experience with the DB 80 Edge for a moment, slight problem I think you may run in to. No Big deal though. You’ll notice that if you use the stock overflow height you will get an extreme waterfall sound, you may want to lift your drain pipe to shorten the distance between water in the DT to water in the overflow chamber. It makes a world of difference and my tank is virtually silent, however the standpipe now sits above the rim of the tank, which is where I think your custom cover may be compromised. However, it’s nothing a hole saw couldn’t take care of! Very nice build, and Maple Reef sounds delicious!

 

[MapleReef]

Hey Mapes, looks amazing bro! Very clean and very sleek! If I can lend my experience with the DB 80 Edge for a moment, slight problem I think you may run in to. No Big deal though. You’ll notice that if you use the stock overflow height you will get an extreme waterfall sound, you may want to lift your drain pipe to shorten the distance between water in the DT to water in the overflow chamber. It makes a world of difference and my tank is virtually silent, however the standpipe now sits above the rim of the tank, which is where I think your custom cover may be compromised. However, it’s nothing a hole saw couldn’t take care of! Very nice build, and Maple Reef sounds delicious!

Thank you so much for that tip. I specifically installed slip bulkheads on the overflow side for this exact reason. In truth I have no idea what this will sound like, and I’m thinking u have confirmed my thoughts on noise,the overflow will make. I’ll have to play around with heights, and thank you for the tip. Ya I may just drill a two inch hole through the top of the overflow cover, sand and re epoxy seal it. Much appreciated !

 

[MapleReef]

Hey Mapes, looks amazing bro! Very clean and very sleek! If I can lend my experience with the DB 80 Edge for a moment, slight problem I think you may run in to. No Big deal though. You’ll notice that if you use the stock overflow height you will get an extreme waterfall sound, you may want to lift your drain pipe to shorten the distance between water in the DT to water in the overflow chamber. It makes a world of difference and my tank is virtually silent, however the standpipe now sits above the rim of the tank, which is where I think your custom cover may be compromised. However, it’s nothing a hole saw couldn’t take care of! Very nice build, and Maple Reef sounds delicious!

Hey RM80g....
Do u have a picture, of ur overflow setup? For reference?

 

[Clayton Jessup]

Very nice update , I am so jealous that your getting your Kessils soon I am dying to get LEDs over my tank. But it looks amazing keep up the good work !

 

[Elder1945]

Location: innisfil, Ontario

I am right down the street.

 

[MapleReef]

Location: innisfil, Ontario

I am right down the street.

U headed to the frag swap on Dec 2nd in Toronto?

 

[MapleReef]

Very nice update , I am so jealous that your getting your Kessils soon I am dying to get LEDs over my tank. But it looks amazing keep up the good work !

Ups says they should be at my door tomorrow, I can’t wait to get my hands on the Kessils!!!

 

[Elder1945]

U headed to the frag swap on Dec 2nd in Toronto?

Yes i will be going.

 

[Clayton Jessup]

Ups says they should be at my door tomorrow, I can’t wait to get my hands on the Kessils!!!

Seeing you and how much excitement you have for your Kessils is making me really think of getting a pair of 360We’s

 

[MapleReef]

Seeing you and how much excitement you have for your Kessils is making me really think of getting a pair of 360We’s

I’ve had Ecotech radions Gen 3’s and though they were nice and the controllability was cool........but I much prefer the simplicity of the kessils, no need for reef link and the shimmer is incredible.

 

[Clayton Jessup]

I’ve had Ecotech radions Gen 3’s and though they were nice and the controllability was cool........but I much prefer the simplicity of the kessils, no need for reef link and the shimmer is incredible.

Thanks MapleReef , those words of yours my be changing my future of my my entire build lol[emoji23], do you have any experience with the AP700?

 

[MapleReef]

Thanks MapleReef , those words of yours my be changing my future of my my entire build lol[emoji23], do you have any experience with the AP700?

Nope! No experience with the ap700. Check this out

 

[Clayton Jessup]

Nope! No experience with the ap700. Check this out

I have seen that video, but I’ll watch again why not thank you. I have played around with a single AP700... then maybe adding another one to my tank latter down the line . But who know what’s the future will hold in store for my build lol!!

 

[MapleReef]

Look at what just showed up at my door!!!

So I just installed them really quick, to try it all out. Over the next day or two I’ll tidy up all the wiring, and daisy chain the two into my Kessil spectral controller. Still waiting on the stands wood work. Aperently my good friend who’s doing the work, is backed up with other projects at the moment. So I’m patiently waiting.

Also was happy to receive a bottle of Dr.Tim’s “One & Only” for reef tanks. I’ve used this in the past and have had a cycle kick of in 7 days if not sooner. Great stuff.