[FIT BMX]

Here we go!
This will be a 55 gallon vertical tank. So far I have just started on the tree that will go in the corner.

 

[parkanz2]

I love using this technique. Such a good way to use scrap pieces of pvc/other random pieces of plastic.

Keep us updated!

 

[FIT BMX]

This is my first background, all the pipe was scrap.

 

[FIT BMX]

Just finished foaming, I got one side to go.

 

[McBobs]

How do you plan on lighting this thing?

 

[FIT BMX]

My brain has not wondered as far as lighting yet, I'm thanking LED.
Any input on this build would be great!

 

[skanderson]

leds would be a natural match for a vert tank of this depth. you could go with cree xml u2 and use 20 degree optics to get good par at that distance. pricey emitters but you can run them at a decently high amperage and get huge lumens. i will be posting pics of my build using them as soon as i get it started.

 

[FIT BMX]

That's probably what I will go with. I will need the most help with the lighting, I do not know much about moonlight and lighting for different times of day.

I am completely finished with the foam, and will start carving it tonight.

 

[Alegre323]

looking good so far. cant wait to see it carved out

 

[FIT BMX]

Here it is! I will see in the morning how much it shrinks.

 

[Youngherp420]

this is going to be a great tank. Love the tree work you got going

 

[FIT BMX]

Anyone thank I should change anything on the tree, speak now or forever hold your peace.

 

[Alegre323]

looks good. gonna check on it tomorrow

 

[FIT BMX]

I did some more carving, I thank it looks better.

 

[DragonSpirit1185]

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[FIT BMX]

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Thanks!
I can't wait to see more too.

 

[FIT BMX]

I just finished deriming my tank. Got the silicone cleaned off, and now I got to clean it.

I set the tree in it to see how it fits, and it fits great!

 

[FIT BMX]

I made some fake vine last night. They need a second coat, and then they should be ready!

Thanks Grimm!!

 

[DragonSpirit1185]

I made some fake vine last night. They need a second coat, and then they should be ready!

Thanks Grimm!!

nice
did you use Grimm's toluene method for this?

 

[FIT BMX]

Not quite, I used mineral spirits and silicone. I read up on it, and it sounded good to my. The vines are a test run, if it dos not work then I will not use it on the tree.