Playlist with all of the videos about this project: kzread.info/head/PLb13VZR4wG4SRqcGxPztFboW6WxBafXN5 More info about Custom Aquariums: www.customaquariums.com

Of all the aquarium related videos I watch... I enjoy yours the most. No Drama, straight and to the point. Keep up the great work!

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

That’s exactly what I’m going for! Thanks!

Love your videos. And the setups are nice, clean and tidy. You can see a lot of planning has been put into them.

Wow, drilled freshwater. That's no joke man

Looks good Steve. Nice plumbing job. I also like how you blacked out the back as well.

Great stuff... you must be super excited...

I just bought 4 bags of the sunset gold sand for my 90 gallon. Nice comparison of the colors!

Dang, Steve Poland is back and busy again! Looks like a fun build.

Wow thats alot of work my friend good luck and have fun. Thanks for sharing your experience with us pal.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Eric!

You provide excellent content! I've learned so much from your videos. Thanks for documenting your journey.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice set up

Nice Steve the filtration is going to be sweet

Great video steve,looking forward to see how it all comes together.(btw I've never had a problem with that black pond hose)

I agree sunset gold is the best color.

Super neat.

It's now starting to take shape. The Auto change system will be cool. 👍

All i wonder is what kinda job you have? Because you got some seriously nice tanks in your home..wow..awesome!

My dream is a 200. You have 300. That's fantastic.

do you have a video on how all that plumbing and hardware work?? maybe in schematic form, it would be interesting, ive only ever had small aquairiums and its fascinating to see how complicated it can get

Very cool setup, but you’re killing me only putting one fish in there lol.

GOOD👍😄

I would have waited to paint the tank till after the move... I hope the suction cups are as effective with the paint.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

They are, I tested it

Black Diamond Blasting Sand. Get it at Tractor Supply.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

I thought about that but it’s just too dark. Great option though.

Hi Steve! Question: I installed a Rainbird 1 in. solenoid valve for draining just like you did. But mine doesn't let water flow. I think because it's not a pressurized line. How did you solve for this? Thank you!

Man, looks sweet! I am seriously considering ordering my next tank from them. Did they throw in free shipping on the set?

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

Yes. If you spend over a certain amount then shipping is free

Steve Poland ciclids wat kind of paint did u use on the back of ur tank looks good man

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

I usually use flat black latex paint

@jcsafricancichlids

5 жыл бұрын

@@StevePolandAquatics oh ok thanks also for the reply

updates please !!!

Hi there. Hey have you ever tried or heard of anyone painting the back of a tank that is full? As long as there is little difference between the inside and outside temperatures, so there is no condensation, any idea why it wouldn't work?

@mrpressley357

5 жыл бұрын

You can just be careful not to get any in the tank. It might take a lil longer to set due to temp

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

I’ve never tried it but I would think it would work if you’re careful.

@TheBudgetAquarist

5 жыл бұрын

@@StevePolandAquatics yeah thanks, I think I will try it because I have 12 established tanks which would be an unbelievable nightmare to tear down.

First? Yeaaaaaah

Hey Steve I also was going to use those valves to drain my Sump but I wasn't sure if they would work without pressure in them from city water... have you tested it?

@evan_rifkind

5 жыл бұрын

Same question here. I installed a Rainbird 1 in. solenoid valve for draining and it only lets out a trickle of water when open. I think because it's not pressurized.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

I haven’t tested this yet but this is good to know.

@evan_rifkind

5 жыл бұрын

Just FYI...there's Low Pressure Solenoid Valves on Amazon that work. Just tested and installed one from Uxcell. Won't work on the standard 24V AC sprinkler timers, but the 110V AC model can be connected to a standard wall plug timer.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Can you send me the link for the one you bought?

@evan_rifkind

5 жыл бұрын

www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2WZ4VC/ref=biss_dp_t_asn They have 1/2" to 1" options. I used the 110V AC version so it could plug into a wall outlet or timer. Worked quite well today when tested. It doesn't come with a male-end plug, so you'll need to tie one in. Waterproof connectors are probably a good precaution here. Whatever cord you use needs to handle at least 2 Amps per the specs on the website, but most extension cords will cover that. I'm glad to have found this as it really saved my Auto WC plans. Hope this info helps in some way. You make great content, btw.

Those black ribbed hoses are notorious for failing.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

In what application? It's pond tubing from Jehmco and they don't usually sell things that fail.

@CodyFlock

5 жыл бұрын

@@StevePolandAquatics That's true, they sale quality. I've personally had one split, Cory from Aquarium Co-Op had one split on his pond, Joey from King of DIY flooded his fish gallery when his split. I believe those we're all Laguna pond hose. Looks exactly the same, but perhaps Jehmco has better quality.

@StevePolandAquatics

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply Cody. I will try to look at theirs and see if it's similar. It's honestly a bit thinner than I expected so maybe I'll try to find something thicker.