Anyone wants to build Calcium Reactors together?

[jmkeary]

well sounds like lots of interest just need to find a place to do this.

 

[NateHanson]

I made a 6" kalk reactor with a flange, but I didn't make a fancy jig because there was just one flange to make. I must have an 8" pattern around for the outside (the inside is just pattern shaped to the inside of the tube after they're glued).

I just remembered how I made my flange. I turned it on the lathe. Also turned a retaining channel for the O-ring to sit in.

If people want to make flanges I'll turn you a pattern so you can easily make them with the router.

 

[clamm]

ok, thanks scott!

 

[~Flighty~]

We have a lot of room to do it, but not much in the way of tools. We have a four car garage (two deep, two wide) and a barn/workshop with electricity (but not heat).

 

[spectrum]

I have the tools but not a lot of room. Now that winter is upon us and I really have nothing better to do after everybody here goes to sleep I'll make the same offer I made last year. Contact me and we can set up a time to build one one these in my 100 year old cellar (yes it's dusty and a little cramped) but I think I was able to make about 10 of these last year over the winter (nickoz, Heavydc2, Neo, jackfors, abbottsjumper, mikestod and others all have reactors I either built or assisted in) . I have a design I like to use, but if you have one you want to try out lets give it a shot.
One thing you'll need in addition to the tube (s) is 3/8 or thicker acrylic for the flanges and base. Anything thinner tends to bend and leak.
I think Scubadave should have first dibs because he's been waiting since last year (he's a busy man from the sounds of it)

Happy Thanksgiving.

spectrum

 

[Armando]

Armando,
granted I doubt you'll take me up on the offer but I have a number of the 6" tubes that were bought in a group buy last winter. I'd be more than happy to assist you in making a reactor, I've made a number for the group and would have no problem in making one with you.

spectrum

Spectrum (or whatever your name is),

Although I hate to put this public, you already did so I feel obliged to respond in public.

After ruining my past weekend and your failed attempt to ruin my reputation with other members, I find your offer distasteful, to say the least. I don't want to be held accountable for something you did (or you think you did) for me, like you already tried to do.

If you trade something with someone then whatever you traded is no longer yours OK? The person can do whatever they want with it. If you're not satisfied with what you got in return say something right away. Don't keep if to be used against the person it the future. Just so you know I gave the two tanks for free. I hope you enjoy the frags I gave to you.

I see your game coming here trying to play the nice guy but just FYI, I don't play these games. I am what I am, to everyone, with no discrimination, and I don't know what are your real intentions with this but I just can't deal with someone like you. So if you want to play the game you're going to have to play by yourself, I will no longer read this thread.

And as you can see, you ruined my Calcium Reactor building as well. I guess I'm going to have to shell out $300 to buy a new one, but believe me, it's well worth it.

Take care,
Armando

 

[jmkeary]

??????????

 

[clamm]

humm..im still interested...i think

 

[spectrum]

Long story, not worth repeating. Every story has at least two sides and Armando and I unfortunately have picked opposing ones.
But I must say I was not trying to sabotage the reactor build, I was just offering to help.

spectrum

 

[jmkeary]

well back on subject i have found a site that has a JBJ setup Includes two gauges, solenoid, bubble counter, needle valve and check valve. Fixed working pressure-meaning when you open the C02 tank valve, the regulator automatically ajusts it to the correct working pressure. for $99 price is good but not sure if the supplier is and what shipping would be here is the site http://www.aquabotanic.com/abstore/en-us/dept_3.html

james

 

[jmkeary]

ok now i found it for $88 ;-)

 

[clamm]

cool? btw have we settled on a time/place...i really want to do this but I have to make sure I can make the meetings so that I get help with it...otherwise I will have a handful of parts with some duct tape around them.

 

[heavydc2]

well, I am sorry that someone had to lose there temper here (it was really tough), as you can see who it might be. Those of you that are still interested... everyone but... you should at least talk to Dan (spectrum) who actually gave a solemn post. He built mine last year, I think it was his second(only got better from there), and its fantastic. Anyone that has talked to him knows what kind of person he really is, not the portrale that someone else has(look at little deeper). Yes he is a personal friend of mine, yes he does not post too much on the board, but if you talk to anyone who has met him will say the same thing I do. I am not really trying to defend Dan in anyway(there is no need to.. lol), his actions speak more then someone elses words. If you have any questions about how to build a reactor, why not ask. He has made some professional looking skimmers and likes to help out a reefer in need.

 

[clamm]

I know nothing about it and choose not to...

 

[Moe_K]

We should let it go, so the thread need not be closed.
Thanks.

 

[~Flighty~]

I think it is more fun (although probably much less productive) to get together and build a bunch at once. How hard would it be to bring the nessecary tools to one place and get some built in a day, then have beer? Are the nessecary tools truck transportable?

 

[Scuba_Dave]

I thought I heard someone post my name & CA Reactor build

 

[spectrum]

I thought I heard someone post my name & CA Reactor build

You did, and it's in the works as we speak, give me a bit and it'll be done

spectrum

 

[Scuba_Dave]

Any night you want me to come over let me know. I've been on the go since the new job, finally getting some breathing room

 

[Piscevore]

Sorry to Hijack a thread, but Scuba_Dave, you don't have PM or email or IM....Do you know anyone or anywhere you could suggest where I purchase a wet suit/semi dry for my girl. She's small. I was hoping you could give me a suggestion ...