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The Green 120 Tech Softy's Tank Upgrade

Ronnie

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I decided to put this in Photography because its were I like to go the most. As Some of you know I am upgrading the softy's tank to a 120 Tech. But first I would Like to thank my Uncle Blackie and the best man in my wedding for getting me a sweet tank and pump.:). I will dedicate this upgrade to him. I can go on and list my plans, but I will let the pictures show what I will be doing. So this thread should be updated often. Hope everyone enjoys and I'm not looking forward to this move. Remember this tank will be green in consumption of electricity. Plus I need to thank My wife for my mental illness or hobby.:D
 

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The rock has been cocking for a long time and I only have four pieces thank Marco for some really really big pieces.:D
 

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The stand has been collecting dust for a while and some tanks.
 

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Some toys to make this work.:D and painting.
 

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everything fits and the pump arrives.
 

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Pump looks pretty sitting there. I'll post more pictures soon of the tank.
 

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Looking good Ronnie...... Great job on the tank painting! You need any help with the move..... Let me know, if I'm available I would be happy to give you a hand.

You get the DT yet?
 
This is gonna be a sick set-up. I like how you're keeping with the Royal Exclusiv red theme.

BTW, "c*cking?" Did you mean "cooking?" ;)
 
looks good. Your tank is so beautiful cannot wait to see what you do with a larher tank
Thank you

Looks like you made some great choices for equipment Ronnie. Very nice
still to be decided I wish I went with the BK mini 200 because of the small foot print

Looking good Ronnie...... Great job on the tank painting! You need any help with the move..... Let me know, if I'm available I would be happy to give you a hand.

You get the DT yet?
Yes, ;) and I'll let you know if I need help thank you

This is gonna be a sick set-up. I like how you're keeping with the Royal Exclusiv red theme.

BTW, "c*cking?" Did you mean "cooking?" ;)
LOL, I should not drink and post :D forgot spell check I'm glad someone is paying attention Thank you
 
Ummmm...yeah....sweet!!

Going in the same spot??
 
pshh don't steal my thunder or anythingg...

looks like it'll be great, and great choice of equipment.
 
what size alpha by the way, 170 or 200? I was debating between an i-tech 200, Alpha 170, and ATB 840 for my 120..
 
LMAO....Ronnie you have got to be the only person I know that would paint the trim to match the skimmer.

That's one SWEET return pump!
 
looks great Ronnie,good choices on equipment
 
Choosing the right equipment right out of the gate is very important to tank success. Looks like you're doing it right. Great setup!

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