NO MORE WATER CHANGES | The king of DIY

[@thekingofdiy]

Franks been running his mouth about me and other fish... instagram.com/frank7chin/

[@snlfishnbirds9779]

Hahaha all Frank!!!

[@snlfishnbirds9779]

My first shirt DIY!!

[@jaspreetheer997]

How will you clean the waste on sand?

[@OttawaOldFart]

Well there is some irony for you, the king of DIY should be searching KZbin to find a video on how to DIY that controller. I am sure you can find a video that will explain that controller.

[@atalayanelson1483]

some of those other questions that Frank answered were hilarious.

[@RachelOLeary]

When you are done your gallery, you should come do my fishroom- after you get all the kinks worked out of course! hahahah Great progress buddy!

[@grahamdelacey5779]

here in australia, we jerry rig the toilet float from the top of the loo, put it in the sump. when ever needed it will fill to the line, like your loo does. no timers or extra drain pipes needed ! you're welcome, love from down under mate.

[@shrisheel]

Finally some DIYs and builds. Back to the basics! Thanks Joey. BTW, I think you should hard pipe instead of flex hoses. Also, run along them floor rather than the ceiling.

[@edgarcabrera9130]

Joeys official intro “I know there’s a mess, I have to clean it up” 😂

[@liepsan]

It gets me every time! :D

[@pgs3979]

This video proves that you are indeed the King Of DIY. I became a fan when I stumbled on your Discus Videos and you are the reason why I got into Discus Keeping. I even uploaded videos of my Discus. Keep it up.

[@MajorHardware]

Hey Joey been a fan for quite some time I'm an engineer ILR and I find this video series to be one of your best not saying the rest aren't awesome 😃 but I find these massive undertakings awesome to watch keep up the great work and great content

[@HarpersInfiniteSystems]

I'd recommend more permanent tubing (like PVC) from the back filter to the tankless water heater, and between the water heater and the valve manifold. Those pressurized areas will be most likely to break.

[@sasuke1243]

Exited about watching things unfold day to day like this. I love the diy part of your channel, but I also like listening to you feel out about your hobby. This feels like the best of both worlds.

[@alexs1382]

@The king of DIY love the idea. Basing everything on time seems a bit scary. Back when I had my larger setup, I just used float switches to control water level. One float kicked everything on, one kicked everything off and the last was the 'oh s**t' sensor. and they're relatively cheap. You can pick up a 5pack on ebay for $15. And anyone with a programming background could hook you down with an arduino that kicks everything on and off with some real basic relays. I've been thinking of putting together a scalable aquarium managing system that would allow for full control of lights, pumps, heaters, waterchanges etc, with a raspberry pi, arduino mega, and the likes and making it open source so people like you who give so much to the hobby could get a little help.

[@allicesmashes]

Joey, install a thermostatic mixer. That way you have a better way to control the feed in temperature. Also if you use float switches you should be able to send a signal to shut the feed in off at a given point/volume.

[@viciousme90]

when's the "I know it's a mess I'll clean it up later" shirt gonna be available?

[@shaynegadsden]

For safety i would place a water sensor on the floor near the sumps so if for whatever reason you get a blockage which causes a flood situation it will trigger the rain sensor input and stop the water flow

[@MikeT808]

I’m a big fan. Watch every video. Funny thing is I don’t even have a single bloody fish. Somehow I’m still addicted

[@GloomManic]

You could set the drainage to go into some sort of plant/garden watering system of piping to have awesome water to water your plants or garden with

[@stevengreer6940]

Dude, your system has to be the most advanced aquarium gallery anyone has ever made. Your the best!

[@jake3551]

Not even close

[@lukek5291]

If he makes it work, like he said it's not metered (water going in vs water out)

[@KizzleCozzle]

i'm happy you're getting back to some DIY stuff! looking forward to the new videos

[@MegaDodge66]

You definitely need to have some redundancy built into the system sensors on the floor to detect any leaks to shut the system off I would hard plumb it with pvc looks nicer and is more durable you need to make sure that the wife and kids know how to shut off in case of emergency when you are not at home also I would have something built it that would shut the water heater off in case it exceeds the temperature don’t want to boil the fish also a battery backup system and for the drain make sure it insulated so it won’t freeze and clog

[@LusioEcarts]

I demand a video with the famous WELL =)

[@stogie1027]

You can use a pice of white rain gutters to cover the hoses on the calling to clean up the look

[@alisha938]

Joey I have so much respect for your patience 👍 You explain so well, you would be an amazing teacher😊

[@logan3815]

Most definitely

[@JayeshJarka]

Now thats passion, for the aquarium hobby or/and youtube. Thanks Joey.

[@mikezanassi207]

To clean up the hoses running along the ceiling you could get some 6in wide cable tray used for data cables. Just a thought, very cool project so far 👍

[@jay-ob4li]

Put a water sensor on the ground somewhere and hook it up as the rain sensor. AKA overflow emergency shut off.

[@HugoCornellier]

Very impressive set up. Nice job!

[@DansKoiPond]

Been having a think on this. Time is not really the best as you have pointed out but the control unit you have contains all the logic you need it to so it's much smarter. If you put electronic values on the 50% sump drain you could do the following zone 1 turns on the rack 1 drain, then zone 1 turns off and zone 2 turns on the fill to rack 1 and the drain to rack 2 and so and so forth. Sensor wise you could go as complicated or sophicitated as you want. That wire link in the box is probably space for a rain sensor so if you break the link the system shuts down. You could meter the water or use float switches if you didn't mind a bit more electronics.

[@darinwebb3962]

You can get rain sensors for the box and mount them on the tank or floor and if it over fills it will automatically shut the cylenoids off

[@henrybennetts7155]

Loving the daily videos, please keep them up I'm learning so much from them and you! I'd love another video on Frank too !!

[@aprilninthr2886]

Seems so complicated to me but I think you are doing a great job. A bit of advise...keep a mop handy!

[@kendalltull9854]

Love the videos. The new water change system is amazing. One comment though - It's usually a good idea to put a micron filter in front of a carbon filter because they are very easy to clog. You may also want to consider putting the controller on a battery backup so that you still have control if power goes if you don't have a generator. Keep up the good work with your content.

[@keithmcgee1253]

I absolutely enjoy these projects you do to your tanks! This is going to be an awesome AACS (Automated Auto-Change System) for sure!

[@beth-rg8bm]

How many people see sweet Joey doing another swamp basement disaster? I've got 5 bucks that says it happens before spring!

[@TicklishPizza]

Love seeing content like this, it's super unique and something to aspire towards having!

[@logan3815]

100 percent agree, I hate seeing the same things over an over.ppl like Joey keep this hobby innovative, exciting, an interesting.

[@JohnT2088]

Even though hes not a professional plumber , hvac technician , joey can make it work just like a person that has experience in it. Its not perfect just because he doesn’t have the experience of those specialists but for a diy thats top class already. No doubt the king of diy!

[@coreytrevor5533]

No he is a hack.

[@JuanVega-rf6wf]

Joey keep it up i like this style of video showings and tutorial. It shoes how these things take time

[@justinwilson1988]

Just wanted to let you know my wife hates you for all the ideas you’ve given me through all your videos lol.. great info keep up the good work!!! 👍👍

[@reefjeeves6777]

Joey, why not just run the overflow drains only for the drainage? Instead of having the valves open to drain the water, just have it fill and let the excess drain over the overflow in the sump and out. Eliminates the need for valves on the drain lines completely

[@burninrubba65]

You should invest in a wirsboro PEX tool. They have all sorts of fittings you can buy from 90s Ts to a multiple outlet manifold The tubing is cheaper then that rv hose and you can use it for many uses. I just used it as airline so I could move my compressor to the back of my shop and have the air hose spool at the front

[@SenSenChan]

Joey, I love your videos! Ive been following them for a while now and now that you do (almost) daily videos its gotten so much more fun! (if that was even possible) Now we just get to see whatever you are working on and see progress or just minor fun updates. I like that very much. Also, this auto waterchanges look so promising and easy! I defenitely need this for my huge goldfish aquarium! Keep up the good work! - Sandra

[@debrakoch320]

You’re a clever dude, great knowledge and entertaining, brilliant Joey x

[@vinniejudilla3921]

You're such a busy body Joey... That set up is sweet 👍👍👍

[@toolhog10]

Fun project. Set up a few extra branches to water the lawn while you at it.

[@aliens1990990]

love the size of them clown loach they have put on some serious size !!

[@LylasBulldogZoo]

I love these videos no matter how long it takes to complete. This is reality

[@funman3604]

I’m a huge fan you inspired me to start my own channel keep up the good work

[@brandondismore8162]

You just about got it figured out, I’m feelin it man! I think all you’re missing, to complete the project, is a flux capacitor.......and then to clean it all up and make it pretty! No, but really, I have full faith that you will figure it out and get’er done. Keep up the good work!👌👍

[@eduardoracoma5275]

You really have to run a test so that you know how much water goes in and out to make your desired water change, maybe on an 80psi for 2 120 gal takes 2 hours or maybe 1.5h. You still have to turn the main water valve on which will need a timer or sensor as well. Need to be safe to prevent any flooding etc. Nice set up. For the tubes on the ceiling, maybe just put a box type cover so no need to destroy your nice ceiling.

[@deanwinchester7179]

If your well is putting out 80+ PSI you may need to adjust or replace your pressure switch. Household wells are normally set to output 50-60 PSI max.

[@kylehiggs9779]

try getting those metal cable racks it's like a metal shelf you see in the cealing of the shopping centers that run all there cables. perfect for your water pipes and it will help support the weight and keep them straight so you run it up the wall and hang it on the ceiling through to the fish tanks. if it can handle weight of heavy cable it should be perfect for your set up

[@NonsenseEntertaining]

Well... after binge watching a lot of your videos for a while i kinda could not stop myself from getting an aquarium myself :D

[@ScienceGalAquatics]

Would love an automatic water changing system in my fish room, and from my phone, at that! Wow... how cool!

[@johnhartel]

You can build a soffit run along the hoses in the valve room and never see those hoses again really easy. Love your videos braddha keep it up

[@brantchurchill7415]

Does the controller have a rain sensor for shutoff? If so you could put a water sensor on the floor to cancel the system when there is an issue with water on the floor

[@sw01ller]

Brant Churchill that would save him at least 3 clean up jobs a month!

[@wendywhite4537]

Awesome! You have given me a lot of ideas

[@MW3WYTBOii]

Joey's quote of the year "I have to clean up"

[@thekingofdiy]

Pretty much!

[@raadolla7184]

Lol or "Don't mind the mess"

[@ryanherrman229]

could use a float switch to control the pump, so you wont have to worry about getting the times correct =D

[@nitro329]

Due to what he already has, move the automated valves to turn on the draining, then run a straight hose to the ball switch, essentially like a toilet!

[@selmanselimovic3725]

Joey if you don’t like the look of the pipes in the ceiling why don’t you frame a box around it and cover it with drywall and paint it the color of the room. But the gallery is looking amazing!!

[@panteleimonkokozidis2689]

Keep the nice work all my kids are watching you 🐟🐟

[@omranalqubaisi6744]

Congrats now you have more time to edit and sleep well! yay

[@justink5851]

What about a camera system to go along with the new water change system? Change water any where in the world and be able to view the fish and make sure everything is running smoothly from any where in the world. That would be awesome.

[@thekingofdiy]

Already have 3 cameras in the gallery i do that with!

[@kevinc7632]

NEXT VIDEO i flooded the fish room

[@Johnson_weasel]

hey joey just a thought run the hose on ceiling thru a piece of pvc pipe I think it would look good

[@antoniolisboa8578]

Awesome job cant wait to see how everything turns out

[@wtfish9938]

You're Tony Stark of fishkeeping😂

[@nc474]

Thanks for the vid Joey! You’re the man

[@lucidshadowzzz2123]

Looking awesome! Love your vids man

[@logan3815]

That's gonna be a sick set up buddy

[@jonandlisa2000]

Wow Joey you get through so much work ....

[@Augie13]

Do you think you can do a live segment where you have an underwater camera inside on of the tanks and pleasant, royalty free music, playing at the same time?

[@DanielGonzalez-gd3dx]

Hi Joey I love what you doing to gallery I know it’s going to be awesome.

[@flutie03]

A bulkhead along the ceiling will help hide the hoses and depending on how you mount it, can leave you with easy access to run another hose or replace one.

[@olofpersson4234]

Great stuff as allways Joey! Know you have left these automater water changes now since you said you felt lacy. Me personally I think automation is the way to go in meny areas so why not also in our hobby? In that way we can focus on the fun parts! :)

[@davewest3137]

Great video joey hope all goes well great idea 😁😁😁😁

[@waylonhartwell]

Using the pump spot in the controller you can hook up a master valve over in front of the filter which will disconnect the water from the whole system when there is no demand for water as an extra safety to avoid flooding the museum

[@waylonhartwell]

Often referred to as the master valve

[@SimonJones265]

Pretty impressive project Joey :) Have you considered putting Frank back in the 2000g ? his behaviour was interesting in there.

[@forbiddenlove433]

Hey bud. I like the set up however what are you going to do in the winter time so the drain system doesnt freeze when it dumps outside.

[@SpectrumDIY]

Righteous bro, good job!

[@buckm3183]

For someone who has a municipal chlorinated water source, I doubt the carbon-based water filter will be adequate. Multiple filters in series could be a solution. Also, closely monitor the flow out of the filter, as this may change as it accumulates minute particles over time. Since the system is measuring water by time and not volume, any restriction in the filter will change the volume of water going through the system for a set period of time. Closely monitor volumes right after you change the filter.

[@contracabal]

Can't wait to get home tonight and see it in action

[@SycoticRealm]

You could do a soffit around those hoses. I think that what it called i forget names of stuff. I do too many different things to always get the names right 😂🤣 Looks good that a nifty toy to take some labor out of it.

[@davidsimon3986]

Hey Joey! I subscribed to the monthly membership and was just wondering if you have uploaded anything yet? I didn't see anything, but I'm not sure where to find the membership content! You're the best! Thank you!!!

[@jenniferchristiansen2040]

Hi Joey, is your water heater capable of remote turn on? I love your enthusiasm.

[@TheDragonreaper88]

it will only turn on during water flow, or most work that way. you only set desired temp.

[@jenniferchristiansen2040]

@@TheDragonreaper88 thank you for explaining 😉

[@LeslieF0330]

Ugh... My head is spinning. LOL I'm excited to see how this system works out. While I love watching you work on the gallery, could you maybe do a video on something on a smaller scale? Or have you already done a video on that? Probably so. LOL

[@markyfrencho]

I think I would have done Pex tubing. About the same price but a little nicer looking. Easier to run as well.

[@paridisegoals8101]

For the wiring pretty sure u could use some heat shrink tubing stuff

[@AquaSplendor]

Very interesting, thx !

[@ProgramsGalore]

Joey's next project is going to be turning himself into a cyborg fish

[@santoroaquatics5038]

You are awesome and amazing Joey you rock love the videos 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Angvalt]

Former King of DIY

[@fischkopp1234]

Nice plan, but I can already see the next gallery flood coming.

[@watashiwakris2603]

How could you be so creative and smart ?????? I can’t even do anything

[@pattinker1]

I so wanna build a 180 gallon tank now .. Thanks @kingOfDiY for getting me back in the fish hobby!😎

[@JakeRamdass]

You could hide the hose with crown molding it might be a bit expensive to do it but I would look really nice and it’s simple to install

[@ForestExotics]

Nice setup

[@danfieldhouse9611]

FYI - You will not be able to use those same valves on the drains. They require pressure on the supply side in order to operate. There are other valves available that can mechanically open without the need for pressure, but they will be much more expensive.

[@snlfishnbirds9779]

Getting my first DIY fishkeeper shirt.😁

[@celtic2642]

Looking good 👍🏻

[@rantsandreviews]

So at it's best it's a semi-automatic system. But I think that's really your only option with the tanks tied together with the only available hole. Unless of course you drill all of the tanks with another overflow. I know your talking about doing it remotely and such but man what a risk without emergency overflows!

[@garryhollingdale3598]

Just a thought why dont you buy more valves attach them to the drains and then wire it up to the box that way you turn one on and it turns on the inlet and outlet at the same time

[@10wilsonm10]

Can you give us a rundown of the cichlids tank I love your channel so much I kinda want to get some cichlids 😃

[@Jez4prez1]

He has lots of cichlids. Angel fish tank. Discus tank. Oscar tank. Frank (Flowerhorn) tank. Lake Malawi Peacock tank. Lake Tanganyika Tropheus tank. Uaru tank. Vieja (375g) tank. The pond tank even has cichlids (peacock bass are cichlids too). I think that's all of them. Might be some I missed.

[@10wilsonm10]

Jez4prez1 sorry i meak the african cichlids (peacock on the top left)