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Originally Posted by Patrick™
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I took a look at the tank and it's installation. I got to admit the tank and workmanship looks excellent. I do recommend reading the thread, simply because it is an impressive build.
On the other hand I'm bothered by a few things. I believe the design is overly complex, and will become a major maintenance headache. There is just way too much plumbing, too many different types of lighting, a very complex sump, and special constructed acrylic parts. I can't help but get the impression that the person is trying to incorporate every filtration system known to the aquarium hobby into his reef.
A couple of other things I would question, but are not necessarily wrong. One is the massive amount of metal fittings and chains in the lighting. I see that as a possible problem if it rusts or corrodes and drops stuff into the tank. The other is the use of pressure treated lumber around the system, as this could leach some preservatives into the system if it gets wet and drips into the system.
The real proof will come after we see the tank up for a year or two, and what is being kept in it, and what the maintenance schedule is.