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Old 03-25-2009, 08:32 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I have had this tank in the trophy room for three years wrapped in the original cardboard, and it worked, the kids did not destroy it. Hairebear was very kind and never questioned when I was going to do something with it, or if

I finally got water into it three weeks ago with grandiose plans that very quickly chose reality (I forgot I had this rock and wood, oh well, it will work, I guess). Fish went in three weeks ago, plants one week ago. My goal is to have a lower maintanence tank with not too much plant triming

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Old 03-26-2009, 06:03 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Hi Karebear,

Looks good! I am looking forward to seeing what it looks like when it "fills in". Keep us posted! Subscribed.
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Old 03-26-2009, 06:55 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I like the layout Karebear, and I agree, it will look great when it fills in! 58 gallons are actually one of my favorite size aquariums. I'm looking forward to watching the progress.

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58 gallons are actually one of my favorite size aquariums.
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Yeah looks cool what are the dimensions?
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Yeah looks cool what are the dimensions?
They are 36in x 18in x 20in

I will try to get updated pictures soon. I am working with cloudy water because I need to feed the lamperii fry and cannot cut back the feeding like I need to.
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Nice looking start. Subscribed so I can watch it grow.
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New updates on my tank. I am dealing with cloudy water issues which is expected with a brand new tank. I hope to add some blue woodshrimp this week which has me really happy


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Looking good!
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great start......
maybe add some red plant ....
THat will looks more colorful..
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