"New" in town, have a big problem...

Hobbzz · 10-28-2007, 11:27 AM

Hello everyone. I'm kinda new here. I recently moved back into town, and while setting up my tank, my friend unfortunatley broke it. I think he bumped the external durso, and the glass flexed and broke (20g long). So I need a new tank. What's the best place in town to pick one up? Bioreef, ocean floor, fish maniac, ocean reef, Robs? Anywhere else have a better selection? I would prefer something reef ready. Does anyone in town make custom glass tanks?

I also have a small oulophylia colony I need to sell quick. I've got all my coral setup in a rubbermaid, and this colony sends out 3-4" sweepers, and I simply don't have the room in the container. It's only a matter of time before it starts to sting everything within reach. If you're interested in the frag/colony pm me for my number. This is the only pic I have right now...it's in the very lower left hand on the bottom of the pic.

Thanks for looking.

DarthOcellaris · 10-28-2007, 11:30 AM

I'm no help as to where locally you can get a tank but I just wanted to welcome you to TRT

LadyReefNeck · 10-28-2007, 11:38 AM

Welcome Hobbzz.

Can't tell you where the best deal would be on a 20g tank but you could call the stores ... I think they should all be open by Noon today. Fishmaniac isn't open any more.

Sent a PM too.

Hobbzz · 10-28-2007, 12:06 PM

Thanks for the welcome guys! I didn't move all my things yet so I don't have my tools to drill a standard tank and build a new overflow box, so I'm going to check out some shops and see if they do custom tanks. If I can find one, I'll probably get them to make a 29 with internal overflow so I can use my existing hood and plumbing. Wish me luck!

Brent

jgordie · 10-28-2007, 12:46 PM

Check out Aqua Zoo as well. They have several locations around town. Good luck finding a tank and getting it setup. Welcome back to Jax.

Hobbzz · 10-28-2007, 01:58 PM

Thanks Jgordie. I'm actually going to check out the one on San Jose as I remember them always having a pretty big selection.

Hobbzz · 10-28-2007, 11:56 PM

Thanks for all the help guys! Ladyreefneck has graciously offered to hold the frag for me until I get a new tank set up, so it's no longer on the market. I've got a few options for a new tank and a couple more places to check out tomorrow. I'll get some pics up in a few weeks when everything is settled in. But for now, here's a pic from a few weeks ago.

LadyReefNeck · 10-29-2007, 02:09 PM

Well the coral has adjusted pretty well. It plumped up nicely within about 2 hours .... then I fed the tank about 7pm and it seems to have enjoyed the feeding. LOL

Hope you're having some success in locating your new tank.

jgordie · 10-29-2007, 04:44 PM

WOW!!! That thing is geogeous. The tamnk you had setup was really nice. Did you have any luck finding a tank yet?

Hobbzz · 10-29-2007, 06:54 PM

Thanks for the compliments! The last person I needed to talk to at a shop in town today called in sick so I'll talk to her tomorrow. I also need to call Ocean Floor and see if they'll build a 29...but with MUCH thicker glass and an overflow.

I've pretty much narrowed it down to 3-4 options. 2 options will allow me to use everything I currently have as far as equipment. But one of those tanks would need to be drilled, and I'm not sure I would trust Lee and Cates with a $350 tank and no gaurantee. With the other two, I would need to use my current stuff until I can sell it, and until I can afford new lights, more rock, bigger skimmer, possibly bigger chiller etc, etc. I should be able to decide tomorrow. Obviously I'd like to go as big as possible, but it's not really in the budget right now.

chrisdamage · 10-30-2007, 01:49 PM

don't go to AquaZoo... they are just their to turn a dime... check out Bio-Reef, Rob's Reef, or Ocean Reef.

SparkyGebo · 10-30-2007, 03:58 PM

I know everyone hates PetCo, but......
What about going there or PetSmart. They normally have a decent selection on tanks. Especially if you need one in a hurry.

Dancofishtails · 10-30-2007, 05:01 PM

If interested I have a 75 gallon reef ready brand new in my garage...it is the last tank I have left from my store....PM if you want it and I will work out a deal with you....

Hobbzz · 10-30-2007, 06:43 PM

Thanks for the offer but I ordered a tank from Rob at Rob's Reef just now. I went with the Oceanic Tech 45g in cherry finish. Should be here on friday. I'll take some pics when everything is settled in. Thanks for the help guys!

racerw · 10-30-2007, 08:51 PM

The tech series are sweet. Clear glass and plenty of drains, I like that it comes setup for Sea Swirls or Wavysea returns.
Eddie