WaterBox 7225 Saltwater Aquarium Build update! Unboxing, build, Calrisea, plumbing, gfci! EP.03

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[@kcstunna8222]

That hurt watching you beat that beauty with a hammer.

[@ReefDudes]

It hurt me too!

[@geoffreyward4929]

Me too

[@thepassionreef]

Deven i would'nt deny what i like about your episodes is all these build that you do..You make it look so easy for people. Love it buds keep doing what you do...You are a true asset to this hobby..

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks so much ash!

[@aricard1980]

When the hammer came out...

[@Ravan_Caw]

When you say it is built like a tank , it’s a tank. Looking forward to seeing the updates Deven. 👍🏻

[@ReefDudes]

oh its tough! super thick glass and heavy! but .. that just means it tough! :P

[@emmanuelperez4830]

Very great Vlog. One little critique wish you would've spent more time showing the installation of the roller filter and the installation. Would love to see more details on it

[@ReefDudes]

Emmanuel Perez I can include ina future update. It’s not plumbed in yet as the plumbing is 40mm (1.25”). I only had 32mm>1” adapters so had to offer the next size up to adapt the plumbing to North America pipe

[@AquaSplendor]

Happy to see that peninsula aquarium finally up! Look great overall!

[@grounds28]

I'm a newer member and since I first saw the plan for the new tank I couldnt wait to see this happen. That is a great spot to have the tank and the stand looks great. Cant wait to see it progress

[@ReefDudes]

Thank you! I shall keep the updates coming! welcome to the club! :D

[@brentburnette4585]

Not gonna lie, as meticulous as I know you are about a quality and clean tank, that hammer idea put chills down my spine. I've never used a clarisea but it can't be that good

[@ReefDudes]

Clarissa is awesome! Hammer want my best moment :P. It accomplished it’s goal fo removing the last baffle that wouldn’t play nice....but ended up causing me a little more work!

[@BahamaLlamaCoral]

I love everything about this build!

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks buds!

[@tinabloomfield7228]

Glad you were able to repair the sump. Looking forward to the build 🥰

[@prolificbreedaquatics]

Pivot!!!!!! 😂 the guys that helped you get it up there are the real ones!

[@ReefDudes]

They do exist!

[@ReefDork]

🤣 Love it! The hammer was my choice of tool to remove baffles too! There is no job a hammer can't fix 💪

[@MikeLemming]

Coming along nicely! Looking forward to following this!

[@salparmar7861]

Looking forward to seeing this beautiful tank getting stocked, love it so far with the work completed.

[@felixjonas77]

Instablaster.

[@natalbreefing5934]

10:58 - My dog does the exact same thing...Every time I open a box, QC and then back to lie down!

[@ReefDudes]

NATAL B REEFING haha yep has to make sure it meets his standards lol

[@InappropriateReefer]

This build is awesome to watch going up, nice and neat!! 👍

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks Mok-Yi!

[@IanB1015]

Not going to lie, my heart stopped when I saw the stress crack. I can only imagine how yours was lol.

[@ReefDudes]

You and me both! I was rinsing out the glass shards in the bath then spotted it and was like noooooooooo thankfully i took out some of the baffles nicely as they were the perfect fit! (lesson learned.. use a glass cutter!)

[@IanB1015]

@@ReefDudes that was a very nice fix. Props for that! Cant wait to see more of this series! Makes me want a waterbox too!

[@ReefDudes]

@@IanB1015 They are georgous tanks. Lots of attention to detail, like the glass overflow, polished edges on everything including the sump/ato.. leveling matts.. even the wood is real plywood!

[@IanB1015]

@@ReefDudes i did not know they came with check valves for the return? Is that standard or only on the larger tanks?

[@ProducerReef]

Loving the build Dev....Keep them updates coming. This is going to be epic man💪🏾

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks!! pretty stoked for it.. trying to take my time and do it right (every build gets a bit better and a bit slicker!)

[@Gary-NB]

Looking good buddy cant wait to see what you do with it 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks Gary! i'm excited to find out too :P

[@jkturtle6384]

Heart sank just then for you. Impatience 101 right there lol

[@ReefDudes]

There was Atleast An hour or more of fighting it off camera l:P

[@ronaldevans1618]

Hello that's a really nice fish tank but I would not have it so close to the staircase like that someone can accidentally hit it and it will fall over the staircase if I was you I would think about finding a new location for the fish tank thank you for sharing

[@ReefDudes]

Out of coristy how big is your current tank? Have you ever tried to move it? I know my prior tank which was smaller... i couldn't budge it with all my might when it was full of water. This one likely weights about 2,000lbs plus so not overly worried about it moving. I have throught about putting a few long screws into the floor to prevent it.. may still do that.. but its solid!

[@jamescollins6043]

I am going to get the same tank as but going to have it against a wall with a gap to clean but working out the cost of the set up. To have the kind of setup as yours well different just the amount of corals and fish what are you looking at in price roughly. Obviously would not add it that quick gradual process thanks loving your watching the show

[@Sieraajkarriem]

Amazing progress.. love this build.. cant wait to see further progress 😀👍🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ReefDudes]

Thank so much Keto Reefer!

[@davidwaters7345]

Can’t wait to see this come together gonna be a sweet system 👍👍👍

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks David!!! It’s exciting!

[@davidwaters7345]

ReefDudes mixed reef ? Sps dominant ?

[@ReefDudes]

@@davidwaters7345 Mixed, but lots of acros too!

[@davidwaters7345]

ReefDudes that’s what I was hoping you would say 👍👍👍

[@jeffsreeftank]

Absolutely AWSOME congrats 👍🏾👍🏾

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks Jeff!!!!!

[@UTUBESTEVED]

Can you tell us please or better yet show us in the next update for this tank if the weir inside the tank for the over flow box is glass or plastic and how many holes drilled for the drain and returns

[@ReefDudes]

The entire overflow tower including the weir is all glass, even the lid! :) There is 1 return that splits into 2 at the top of the over flow box and 2 drains.

[@simonjohnson4025]

For people not wanting to smash their tank with a hammer USE fishing wire in a saw like motion it will glide through the silicone

[@bradbeasley1797]

I'm getting a reef 220.6 next week. I`m debating the Clarisea SK-500. How has it performed for you? was it worth the glass breaking aggravation? and how long is a roll lasting? Great videos BTW.

[@ReefDudes]

6-8 weeks on average, some longer depends how much stuff is in your water. first few will go quikcer then over time they will last longer and longer. I much prefer them to dealing with socks every few days

[@Arie_Idaho_Reef]

Beautiful tank, I think I’m gunna pull the trigger on the 130.4 😁

[@scurvy3810]

Dude, A Hammer?!?! LoL That was Brave!

[@ReefDudes]

Yes sir! :P

[@haveaniceday5780]

Dude!!! Looking sweet!!! So happy for you!

[@ReefDudes]

Thank you! :D

[@migs671]

Please share more of the clarasea placement want to do that

[@ReefDudes]

Miguel Ayuyu will do. Have to change the plumbing from metric to standard so waiting on plumbing parts

[@jonandlisa2000]

Awesome new build 🤩

[@jonathanstephens7804]

ahh seeing you with the hammer reminded me of when I tried to remove a panel in my Red Sea sump to fit in a SK-5000. Panels are insanely thick and stuck in I gave up in the end!

[@ReefDudes]

May have been wise! haha i'm far to stuborn to give up! If you attempt to do it try using a glass cutter to score it first so it has a nice snap line.. in retrospect its what i should have done!

[@andremuscat7923]

@@ReefDudes tank and cabinet look like a Red Sea..

[@ReefDudes]

@@andremuscat7923 They are both pretty similar

[@dropbearrc9819]

That looks insane 😎👍. Such a beautiful tank. I bet you have a cheesy grin while walking past the tank atm.

[@ReefDudes]

Makes me smile every time!

[@xXPinkPunisherXx]

Hey just a tip for next time man, next time you need to get silicone off of glass and you can't fit a razor, use the thinnest piano wire you can buy. My old boss and I used this trick (his trick from servicing days) with a few custom Miracles aquariums that needed to be torn apart or smashed with a hammer as well. Piano wire works great, plus you can't slice the bloody tip of your fingers off by accident with it lol

[@lonestarpatriot876]

Christmas came late! I can't wait to see the progress.

[@ReefDudes]

Better late than never! I left the tree up waiting hahaha :P

[@epicnas12342]

Lucky guy that’s one nice tank 👍🏻

[@ReefDudes]

Its beautiful!

[@battyjoe]

You hacked the sump up exactly like I did (minus the damage ;) ) :) I have just two chambers, a giant fuge area with the Clarisea and a return chamber. I felt bad too but had to be done. I have the WB 230 and it’s awesome.

[@ReefDudes]

Beautiful! non peninsula version of mine! hehe nice sump mods! I'm jealousy that yours went more smoothly haha

[@hernancastillo8684]

I love how you prepared to break the sump for ages instead of just buying a custom sump that way you would have a back up sump just incase it would ever be needed but also u should of been prepared and built the clarisea first then figured out were you could of mounted it i honestly think it was a waste of money for you to break the sump like that the clarisea would of fit perfectly if you would of really been prepared for ages lol nice job tho the tank does look beautiful it just hurts too see you break an expensive tank like that because in the future that can cause a leak

[@hernancastillo8684]

Ohh and you could of easily just removed that glass that slides in the sump i order to fit the clarisea then u could of removed the sock holders for the protein skimmer and the return pump would of fit on the other slot

[@peach0221]

It speaks so much for the quality of the tank that you had to hit it with a hammer over a dozen time’s for the tank to break

[@ReefDudes]

There was a bunch more smacked i edited out too! its built tough! i'm honestly super impressed with ever part of it! Even the lid for the overflow is smoked glass. so many nice little touches.

[@peach0221]

ReefDudes oh wow, the more I hear about waterbox the more impressed I am! Can’t wait to see this tank progress

[@bradsbirds8502]

You should request your commission check from Waterbox because I think you just changed my mind from a RS 650P to a waterbox peninsula. The plumbing alone has won be over but that stand and those seams are definitely doing it for me.

[@ReefDudes]

Happy to help! Haha. It really is a beautiful tank. So many premium details throughout!

[@Wtfitzvi]

Awesome thank bro! What kind of mounting system are you using for the lights?

[@ReefDudes]

It’s a diy one I made out of extruded aluminum

[@Wtfitzvi]

ReefDudes would you mind sharing where you got it from or a supply list?I love the clean look of your hanging system. I think it looks better than anything out on the market.

[@ReefDudes]

@@Wtfitzvi Here is my original video on it kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqDbfIScpNefnJI

[@northernreefer1614]

Congratulations, tank looking great :)

[@ReefDudes]

Thanks!!!

[@Hook1fred]

Heat gun........ heat up the silicone and it cuts like butter FYI

[@ReefDudes]

good to know! i will try that next time! the one baffle that i ended up using force on was soo tight to the edges i couldnt even get dental floss or a razon in there

[@Dr.K4123]

You're killin' me Schmals. Why didn't you finish showing the CalriSea set up and plumbing?!!

[@ReefDudes]

Because I’m waiting for metric to standard pipe adapter to show up in the mail :)

[@Dr.K4123]

Thanks. Look forward to it.

[@georgebx]

Hey man having your power sockets upside down is a huge no no and fire hazard as plugs can work themselves out and create an arc potentially fire 🔥 please look into this ASAP

[@ReefDudes]

How would they work them selves out? I figured 0 chance of water ever getting inside Will consult my electrician buddy!

[@delsere7095]

I'm not sure I understand, why do people DIY thick section, rigid posts for their lights instead of simply hanging the fixture from the ceiling? See Red Sea Deluxe systems for a visual. Much visually cleaner install in my opinion and its what I've always personally elected to do.

[@ReefDudes]

Then what do you do with the wires? I love the floating look and having nothing above or below the lights. The bar gives me a place to hide the wires as well

[@delsere7095]

@@ReefDudes Either use a cable management sheath common with wall mounted TVs or wire it through the ceiling as you would a conventional chandelier once you've painted the cable to hide. I do agree though, your circumstance hides the vertical member better than most applications.

[@omegachar4754]

How is this tank holding up? That seems to be a rather large rimless aquarium to not have a brace.

[@ReefDudes]

Sill going strong. very happy with the waterbox its a very premium tank. if you are looking at once they do have them on sale today (atleast i think they do) for their blue Friday event

[@angelnieves6087]

I have a 6025 peninsula. What would you suggest for a lid on this? Please advise. That tank is beautiful.

[@ReefDudes]

I went with the DD Jumpguard pro on mine. super low profile so it doesnt take away from the tank

[@angelnieves6087]

@@ReefDudes awesome thank you for sharing.

[@ilievfreitas1987]

Brand new tank and already broken glass good job lol next time leave it the way it was made

[@ReefDudes]

No can do. I'm all about customization things to meet my needs :)

[@Fleminism]

Safety factor on screws. Uses hammer on sump.

[@bjsreef6620]

I have a question for you. Is it possible to change out the plumbing system on the waterbox tank? What I want to do is change out the bulkhead system and all. I just want standard plumbing and bulkheads on the tank. You have any ideas on this?

[@ReefDudes]

I converted the plumbing after the bulkheads to normal plumbing to tie it into my custom sump, you can get metric to standard pipe adapters :)

[@kharn105]

good to know when i order, i will tell them that I want to install a Clara sea...hopefully they can not silicone that sump area

[@ReefDudes]

It will ship pre built so may be a little diy if you want to go that route

[@Reefkpr1]

Looking SWEET! Really liking the Waterbox tanks. Sorry about the sump, that sucks. NEOMARINE for the win. Love this salt. One quick question. When you wired up the double outlet, Do you only have to connect the neutral? I've wired a couple but also Jumped the black "hot" wire as well. Might have just learned something if you only need the neutral. Thanks.

[@ReefDudes]

That wire had 2 separate circuits in it.. so Black and Red were both HOTs with the white as a shared neutral

[@yurigumatay3152]

Everybody gangsta til Deven pulls out the hammer

[@ReefDudes]

😂

[@HCBCHEMISTRY]

I don't think breaking the sump was worth it. It looks better with the socks. You do what you gotta do man.

[@ReefDudes]

Maybe, but then i have to change socks every few days...put them in a bucket or wash them.. ect. I'm more on the 'lazy reefer side' and would rather change a filter roll every 2 months.

[@HCBCHEMISTRY]

@@ReefDudes I'm supper lazy. I have 8_10 socks. When they get dirty I make a pile in my bucket. Then I end up washing all of them 3 months later. It takes 10 mins to wash in the washer. 3 months of bumming it for 10 min wash in the washer. You tell me man. I don't see how more work using a roller and breaking the tank is much better.

[@pauld3805]

im really new to the world of aquariums so sorry if this is a dumb question but i wanted to understand how you would hook up that clarisea unit. That Sump has a small area that the overflow downpipe feeds into from the main tank. As i understand it the clarisea has a fitting on bottom that you are meant to connect the overflow downpipe onto. You only modify the compartment where the socks are located to make room for the Clarisea. For connecting it up do you then reroute the downtime to bypass the original small compartment that they are designed to flow into? Thanks :)

[@ReefDudes]

Yep. You neeed to connect the main drain to the pipe on the filter roller as well

[@pauld3805]

@@ReefDudes cool thanks for the update :)

[@ryan.maccallum8213]

Hey dev , I know its a Older video but , I'm in the market for a new tank. I'm upgrading from the diy build i started with. I'm looking at the waterbox 90.3. how was the stand to level. Also I now that this tank is on your stair how stable is the stand and tank? Thank in advance for any and all info!

[@ReefDudes]

There is a bazillion leveling feet on the bottom so it’s pretty easy get it level hardest part is just making mini adjustment to get them all perfect. Overall awesome stand. Very well built

[@UTUBESTEVED]

What company did you use to get your aquarium

[@ReefDudes]

This one is made by waterbox

[@spoonz1065]

My face when you were hitting that with a hammer . Saw it coming I'll have to say . But when your there and doing it u just dont do you . Good save though with the patch . Nice one for showing ya fook up though in your video . Alot of youtubers would of hid it . So good on u .

[@ReefDudes]

hehe Thank you! I'm always like to be honest and straight up about it. That and I see value in teaching other from my mistakes! Everything i share is part of my journey and a learning process for me and others! :)

[@flytekk]

Where can I get that "light bar"? Love the setup reef dude!

[@andrice550]

I ordered the same tank. I have a six to eight week wait until it ships so I’m getting everything for it until then. What brand and type suctions did you use for your aquarium? Mine is going on a third floor!! Can’t wait to see your updates

[@ReefDudes]

I bought them for a local store called princess auto.

[@ReefDudes]

Congrats on the new tank!

[@jw4867]

Ha you should rent them out to people with new tanks

[@SuperYellowtang]

Oh my god what have you done ..why on earth did you use a hammer 🔨

[@ReefDudes]

hahaha I was asking my self the same thing :P That last baffle was just sooo tight.. i couldnt get the razor in to cut the silicone on it... should have used a glass cutter! :P

[@romcapprotti7477]

In hindsight a pretty good size rubber mallet would’ve been a better choice. Metal and glass not a good combination. Being a mechanic it’s kind of like aluminum and steel they don’t get along oh well you fix it that’s all that matters good luck with your new toy.Expensive toy LOL

[@markweston216]

I know this is a old video but I use guitar strings to remove glass from silicone. Some good old Ernie ball slinkys

[@OnTheReef]

Ohhhh boy, when you had that hammer in the brand new sump my heart stopped! Bummer about the crack.

[@ReefDudes]

All patched up! :)

[@OnTheReef]

@@ReefDudes No leaks? Your setup is really coming together.

[@ReefDudes]

@@OnTheReef Nope! I patched it up real good :P

[@DJRip83]

do you have a video on the light bar?

[@ReefDudes]

Search ReefDudes floating light bar I have done a few on it

[@douglasrodezno339]

Congrats, im jealous

[@mackgibson6837]

What kind of light rail is that? Looking for one just like that for my WB 6025 to mount 3 Radion xr30 g6’s. Can’t seem to find any like that. Can you share a link for where you got it?

[@MillennialMedicine]

I’m a little confused on the layout of your house! Lol. You have a kitchen on both the second and first floor!?

[@ReefDudes]

Yep sure do!

[@MillennialMedicine]

ReefDudes ok! That’s kinda awesome! Also when you brought out the hammer it gave me way too much anxiety 😂

[@golbs7542]

its a very nice looking tank. except waterbox didnt calculate the correct wier size on most of their tanks. some tanks can overflow if the return pump is too large or the water level gets very high. you can not have large pulses or wave motions if you have these tanks.

[@ReefDudes]

That goes for any tank.. to much flow can overrun any wier!

[@Unmployable]

Ain’t no way I’d bust up my sump for a filter roller

[@mcgoo721]

Yeah I'm watching in horror as this sump is getting straight up ruined.

[@JasPR1000]

Question: how did those suction cups work for you? I have a 7225 water box coming in 10 days and I'm preparing. Any tips on moving are greatly appreciated!

[@ReefDudes]

Yep they did! It was heavy but do able. I had one hand on the cup and the other on the tank jsit incase but they worked well. Congrats on the new tank!

[@JasPR1000]

Thanks! Mine will weight 475 pounds and I'll be happy once its in place.

[@Sir_ai]

Where did you get that light bar from?

[@ReefDudes]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqDbfIScpNefnJI

[@jameshaladus9165]

Is the weight not a concern being on the second story?? I myself am trying to figure out how big I can go for my second story office space...

[@irontruck6122]

No issue with the weight of the tank right next to that stairwell?

[@andrewmoran4620]

Next video is about how your sump flooded your house?

[@ReefDudes]

Nope, still holding strong!

[@bbbvvhk]

Hi, can you please share with me/us full details of the light arm. Like where did you buy it, complete measurements? I saw the video were you said that somebody helped you at the store with the measurements. If you could provide their name? I would like to build the same liggt arm for the peninsula waterbox I am planning to purchase some but I would like to use Kissel lights. Thank you.

[@gtank171]

😱 me watching you guys move that tank.

[@ReefDudes]

She was HEAVY!!!! its certainly built like a Tank!

[@DoubleCFit]

Looking great. Feel sorry for the beautiful sump.

[@ReefDudes]

It's still beautiful....... and customized!

[@niravpatel3847]

Where do n bought led rail bar n bracket n that wall bar...plz share the details

[@tstanley01]

You used one neutral for two load lines. This is EXTREMELY against code.. The neutral is a load carrying line, meaning the way you have it wired up, it has the ability to carry 40a worth of current without tripping a breaker. That is double its rated (assuming 12 gauge wire). You need to either remove the red line, disconnect if from the breaker and just use the black and white. Or, fish another white neutral wire up from the breaker. The second way is better, because you get to maintain your higher current. The wire you used there is designed for a 240v appliance. Two 120v lines combine in appliance to make 240v and is fed back down the one neutral at 240v. The wattage would be double, but still at only 20a (which is all the wire cares about). I would seriously fix that fast...

[@blackrebelbeard]

whats the light mount ? guessing its anchored to the wall ?

[@ReefDudes]

Yep it is!

[@caseyguidry3901]

Stupid move but hey it’s his money tanks beautiful though good reefing

[@Auth1]

I can't wait for the follow-up video where you show us how to patch a massive leak in your sump 🙄

[@Luilee2011]

What is the size of the clarisea did you install on your peninsula? How are you liking it so far? I'm thinking about doing tge same thing. I have the same exact tank

[@ReefDudes]

sk5000 i have used them on my last 2 tanks. so much nicer than dealing with socks!

[@gfreeify]

Is that the 3000 or 5000 roller filter? Which would you suggest for a 90 gallon tank?

[@ReefDudes]

Mine is 5k. Go with the biggest one that will fit

[@DeeFromBrooklyn]

Hotw do you clean the glass or move frags over the top of the stairs??🤔

[@JasnStac6]

Any problems with your GFCI outlets? I hear they sometimes will trip falsely ??

[@ReefDudes]

Nope. Hasn’t tripped once.

[@mjweismann111]

Why not just get a custom sump to fit your needs rather than cut up this one?

[@ReefDudes]

Because this one comes with the tank and i already have it? I still may do custom.. back and forth..but may happen!

[@mattjestic1]

Lol the face you make at 13:11 has me dying bro

[@ReefDudes]

Hahaha

[@TheRobTuber]

What light mount is that?

[@damiandeans9265]

Hey mate, how do you rate the Waterbox? Honestly?

[@T-K997]

How did the patch on the crack hold up?

[@ReefDudes]

Eventually gave to a friend when I got a custom sump bit as far as I know it’s still in use and going strong.

[@edwinlugo90]

Wow all that money spent and the hammer came out lol. Should of used a spark plug to shatter glass. Super easy and not alot of force needed

[@ReefDudes]

Ohhh good call! porcelain does work very well

[@MACNTOSFAM]

that placement is nail biting 😬😬😬

[@justarandomfishguy8868]

Great video! I am looking at the waterbox clear 4820 but I have a quick question. Did you order it with "Free Standard Freight" for $150 or "Freight with Inside Delivery" for $175? Thank you very much!!

[@iceover12]

How sexy is it though? Lol jk it looks sick! Can’t wait to watch this build and your future videos!

[@ReefDudes]

Sooooooooooooo Sexy!

[@khalifaalmazrouei5005]

Finally!!!

[@ReefDudes]

WOOO! :D

[@mustachadon]

Good lord how much did this beast cost ya?