J Butler
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It’s been simmering along for quite some time now, but I think I’m about ready to embark on my first journal. Exciting times indeed! Welcome along, it's probably going to get bumpy...
Unfortunately, it appears my timing is impeccable as always and I’ve managed to coincide with tanks from such powerhouses as Victor and Mark, hopefully some poor lost souls will venture in regardless.
First things first, may as well start with some vital statistics:
Apologies for the photos, unfortunately I only have my Samsung Galaxy SII camera phone. A dslr is certainly on the future wishlist. Probably after I get some fauna in there and get frustrated with the blurry smudges, there's always good ol' video though .
And a quick glimpse of my faithful Rio 180, must be around 7 years old now. (Mutton dressed as lamb )
Unfortunately, it appears my timing is impeccable as always and I’ve managed to coincide with tanks from such powerhouses as Victor and Mark, hopefully some poor lost souls will venture in regardless.
First things first, may as well start with some vital statistics:
- Tank: A rather dilapidated Rio 180 (Have serious tank envy with regards to all the rimless opti-whites that pop up on here, thought it best to hold off for a little longer though, for shame... )
Lighting: Juwel high-light fixture, 2 x 45w T5 (Tropical bulbs from iquatics) plus a 20w T4 backlight
Filtration: Fluval FX5 with custom spraybar and inlets. Ceramic rings, Seachem matrix, Purigen and foam for media.
CO2 and Heating: I have a second loop run with an Eheim compact+ 2000 with an UP atomiser and 300w hydor inline (also outputting through spraybar).
Substrate: Columbo Fluorobase black and Unipac Congo sand.
Hardscape materials: Manzanita wood (Courtesy of Tom) and Baltic rock.
Apologies for the photos, unfortunately I only have my Samsung Galaxy SII camera phone. A dslr is certainly on the future wishlist. Probably after I get some fauna in there and get frustrated with the blurry smudges, there's always good ol' video though .
And a quick glimpse of my faithful Rio 180, must be around 7 years old now. (Mutton dressed as lamb )