Hang on the back refuge

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CoolWaters

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Dec 10, 2006
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can anyone help me build a refuge that hangs on the back of my 10g?

theres lots of room behind my tank (about 4 inches) i got the idea from people that mod their AC70 power filter. for me in stead of making networks of tubes 3-5 feet is it a good idea to mound one behind it? a sump doesnt look ugly to me. instead i think its a interesting component.

i was thinking of using the weir method to transfter the water into the refuge.
and a rio 180 as a return. im not a big fan of pvc pipes so im planning to use clear acrylic tubing. i just need to find a good medium to bend the pipe into a U shape. just like the DIY custom BEND PVC at Reef Videos .

im afraid that the sand will fuse into the pipe or leave bumps. im thinking of compressed water right now....

i might do a crappy paint drawing since i dont have the skillz for advance 3D drawings nor the time.
 

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Dec 10, 2006
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1979camaro said:
Why not just purchase one? Saves a lot of the hassle...I know aresgod is selling his old one.
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i like customizing things. and its a fun project. can be cheaply made.
im planning on spending no more then $20. well with the weir and pump it might come to $50 but totally worth it.
 

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Dec 10, 2006
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Mushroomman said:
You could always purchase an aquaclear filter and convert it into a fuge by simply removing the filtration pads, Ive done it on an AC 300 as have some others it does the job nicely.
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the one im trying to make holds about 4-5g depending on on the width(undecided).

its also going to cover the entire back side.

20 X 12 X 4-5?

try to make it look really cool.

oddly enough the acrylic to make it is just going to run me about $30. cheaper then the AC70.
 

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