After tons of questions, Setup has begun - Pics

[sticky]

First things first. I need to thank pretty much everyone here since I have received answers to all my questions on just getting my tank and system setup.

Most of you know I came here looking at a 55G tank with a BioWheel Filtration.

Well, I returned all of it accept the tank, had a friend do a custom job, and with help from everyone here, this is what I have setup at this point.







Setup
55 Gallon Tank
CPR Aquafuge Pro 17G w/ Skimmer
Little Giant In-line Pump 600GPH adapted piping for more flow(Quiet and great)
700GPH Overflow box
18W Jalli Fixture for Refugium
2 Tronic 200 Watt Heaters

Custom built oak stand/canopy with Formica on the top, inside, and on the canopy for those accidental water spills.

I know it isn't much to look at, and I still have a long road to go such as main tank lighting, additional skimmer, and possible addition for better water movement in tank.

Thanks again to everyone here, especially ReefNeck who has been patient to work with me and answer everyone question I could have.

[ReefNeck]

Great job there! Makes mine look sick.

[jerryc]

Man that is looking GOOD and the best part is your stand is BIG enough for the next UPGRADE

[graphixx]

that is looking good. that is gonna be a beautiful tank when you get it up and running!!! and plenty of room to grow!!!! very vry sharp looking set up!!! what ar eyou gonna do for lighting

[sticky]

what are you gonna do for lighting

I want metal halide, but the room constraints may force me to go T5. So since this is my first tank and I had the base built on purpose for room to grow I might just take the T5 and "when" I upgrade have a new canopy built for my new tank with about 12-14 inches instead of 8.
I plan to order my Seiso Powerjet, and add a standpipe to my overflow to help reduce the noise.

So for now, it is finding a light that fits in the space I have to do what I need.



A note on the guy that did the stand/canopy.

He purchased Oak and Formica, then hand made it all, trim, doors, everything. I also told him I would put the word out if you live around the Indiana area he is making more and can custom build anything you want.

[Sweetpea]

VERY nice! I'm jealous!

Actually, I think this is the first time I've seen someone plan for a future upgrade like you have... many kudos to you for thinking ahead and preparing accordingly! :-)

[butterfly_babe4200]

Wow your yank looks amazing your going to do GREAT!

[sticky]

After searching and working with Reef and Perp I have finally found a light I believe will fit my needs.

http://reefgeek.com/products/categor...ng/104068.html

[dakar]

Hang on to that carpenter... the cabinet work looks great. Enjoy all that open space while you have it :D

[sticky]

I plan on it, he is going to make me a more cabinets for other things in my house as well.