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CJ'S AQUARIUMS
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Documenting the hobby how it should be.. The journey is real! Subscribe to watch hard lessons and the joy of success with my reef tank!
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Murder , Suicide & Success - Stocklist Reef Update | Ep.37
Lets take a look at tge fukk stock list and losses im the reef tank 🤝🏾
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Follow me on IG :
cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw%3D%3D&
Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build
ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html
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Get your wall Art HERE :
aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums
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Music for videos:
www.marsnare.com/
Custom Lid:
www.clearviewlids.com/
Lights :
orphek.com/orphek-osix-or3-led-bar-icon-smart-dim-controller-launch/
Tank:
Innovative marine 75 EXT:
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/EXT-75-Aquarium-w-APS-Stand-Black-p184945705
Sump:
Nuvo RFS 27 sump -
www.innovative-marine.com/nuvo-rfs-acrylic-sump
VCR - Flex series Random flow generator
vividcreativeaquatics.com/product-category/flex-series/
Equipment:
Helio Heating system:
www.innovative-marine.com/heliosaltwateraquariumheater
Wavelink Powerhead :
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/Wavelink%E2%84%A2-AIO-Powerhead-2300GPH-Midsize-p184829573
Mighty Jet XL return pump:
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/MightyJet-XL%E2%84%A2-2656-GPH-DC-Submersible-Return-Pump-p265326308
Auto Top off - Hydrofill 15g ATO Kit:
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/HydroFill%E2%84%A2-Ti-ATO-Pro-Kit-5-Gallon-w-APS-Pedestal-Black-p416205350
Skimmer - Simply Aquatics DC 120
www.simplicityaquatics.com/skimmers/
Rain2 Algae scrubber:
www.santa-monica.cc/RAIN2-Pole-Mountable-Waterfall-Algae-Scrubber-ATS-with-Green-Grabber-screen-and-GEM5-lights--2-cubes-a-day-feeding_p_87.html
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Follow me on IG :
cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw%3D%3D&
Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build
ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html
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Get your wall Art HERE :
aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums
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Music for videos:
www.marsnare.com/
Custom Lid:
www.clearviewlids.com/
Lights :
orphek.com/orphek-osix-or3-led-bar-icon-smart-dim-controller-launch/
Tank:
Innovative marine 75 EXT:
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/EXT-75-Aquarium-w-APS-Stand-Black-p184945705
Sump:
Nuvo RFS 27 sump -
www.innovative-marine.com/nuvo-rfs-acrylic-sump
VCR - Flex series Random flow generator
vividcreativeaquatics.com/product-category/flex-series/
Equipment:
Helio Heating system:
www.innovative-marine.com/heliosaltwateraquariumheater
Wavelink Powerhead :
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/Wavelink%E2%84%A2-AIO-Powerhead-2300GPH-Midsize-p184829573
Mighty Jet XL return pump:
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/MightyJet-XL%E2%84%A2-2656-GPH-DC-Submersible-Return-Pump-p265326308
Auto Top off - Hydrofill 15g ATO Kit:
www.innovative-marine.com/shop/HydroFill%E2%84%A2-Ti-ATO-Pro-Kit-5-Gallon-w-APS-Pedestal-Black-p416205350
Skimmer - Simply Aquatics DC 120
www.simplicityaquatics.com/skimmers/
Rain2 Algae scrubber:
www.santa-monica.cc/RAIN2-Pole-Mountable-Waterfall-Algae-Scrubber-ATS-with-Green-Grabber-screen-and-GEM5-lights--2-cubes-a-day-feeding_p_87.html
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Neptune Trident NP - The Real Truth 🫡💯
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Lets take a look at the new trident NP and everything I found out about it 🤝🏾 Follow me on IG : cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw & Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html Get your wall Art HERE : aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums Music for videos: www.marsnare.com/ Custom Lid: www.clearviewlids.com/ ...
My Big mistake with AI blades - will my corals survive? | Ep.36
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Lets take a look at the ai blades par and how dangerous they are when underestimated 🤝🏾 Follow me on IG : cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw & Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html Get your wall Art HERE : aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums Music for videos: www.marsnare.com/ Custom Lid: www.clearview...
The LAST RIDE - SPS coral Reload - Reef Update | Ep.35
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Its finally time to relod the tank with SPS corals lets take a look at mounting methods and plans for maintaining a stable reef tank 🤝🏾 Follow me on IG : cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw & Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html Get your wall Art HERE : aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums Music for vid...
Brand New Neptune DOS QD - Lets take a look
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Let’s take a look at the new Neptune Dos QD and setup our first ever auto water change system 🤝🏾 Follow me on IG : cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw & Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html Get your wall Art HERE : aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums Music for videos: www.marsnare.com/ Custom Lid: www....
Reef Tank Maintenance & Some Be Eazy Tips | Ep.34
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Let’s get our hands dirty and handle major tank maintenance on the reef tank 🤝🏾 Follow me on IG : cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw & Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html Get your wall Art HERE : aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums Music for videos: www.marsnare.com/ Custom Lid: www.clearviewlids.com...
‼️Avast Kalk Stirrer GIVE AWAY‼️ - REEF UPDATE | Ep.33
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Let’s talk about building avast kalk stirrer and managing hair alage and nuttients 🤝🏾 Follow me on IG : cjsaquariums?igshid=MW51NW1lOGxoZjUwdw & Full build playlist here : Innovative Marine 75EXT reef Build ua-cam.com/play/PLpxm2q62-dgG7w2Ot3U14ubIFGeYXdq9G.html Get your wall Art HERE : aquatic-dreams.com/cjsaquariums Music for videos: www.marsnare.com/ Custom Lid: www.clearviewli...
CRAZY Mixed Reef Water Flow - Tank Update | Ep.32
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CRAZY Mixed Reef Water Flow - Tank Update | Ep.32
One mistake = Two months of Mayhem : Reef Update | Ep.31
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One mistake = Two months of Mayhem : Reef Update | Ep.31
Ep.30 | Revamping the engine - Equipment Fails and Upgrades
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Ep.30 | Revamping the engine - Equipment Fails and Upgrades
Ep.29 | The Dino Experience - Be Eazy cure?
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Ep.29 | The Dino Experience - Be Eazy cure?
Ep.28 | Kalk Paste & Peroxide - Nuking Reef tank Pest
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Ep.28 | Kalk Paste & Peroxide - Nuking Reef tank Pest
Ep.27 | Vacation Prep & TANK Crash (Close Call)
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Ep.27 | Vacation Prep & TANK Crash (Close Call)
Ep.26 | Nutrient Export - 75g Reef - New Master Plan
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Ep.26 | Nutrient Export - 75g Reef - New Master Plan
AI Orbit Review - The New Gyre Pump
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AI Orbit Review - The New Gyre Pump
Ep.25 | Seeding my Reef Tank - AF life Source and Coraline Algae
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Ep.25 | Seeding my Reef Tank - AF life Source and Coraline Algae
My Best Work ever! 75G mixed reef Tank Tour 🔥
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My Best Work ever! 75G mixed reef Tank Tour 🔥
Ep.24 | Reef Tank Confessions - 6 month update
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Ep.24 | Reef Tank Confessions - 6 month update
The Best Reef Wall Art I’ve ever Had - Aquatic Dreams
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The Best Reef Wall Art I’ve ever Had - Aquatic Dreams
Apex GIVE AWAY!! 265 Gallon Reef Tour 🔥
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Apex GIVE AWAY!! 265 Gallon Reef Tour 🔥
Orphek Vs AI Blade - The Real Truth 💯
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Orphek Vs AI Blade - The Real Truth 💯
Kactoily Aquarium Monitor Review & GiveAway
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Kactoily Aquarium Monitor Review & GiveAway
AF Ultra Scrapper Vs Flipper Float
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AF Ultra Scrapper Vs Flipper Float
Catching Wrasses - The Be Eazy Method
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Catching Wrasses - The Be Eazy Method
Ep.23 | LYNGBYA - The Magic Cure? 👨🏽🔬
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Ep.23 | LYNGBYA - The Magic Cure? 👨🏽🔬
Ep.22 | Biggest Acro Haul Ever - Tank Tour 🔥
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Ep.22 | Biggest Acro Haul Ever - Tank Tour 🔥
Ep.21 | Indig Corals 🔥 - Updated Tank Tour
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Ep.21 | Indig Corals 🔥 - Updated Tank Tour
Best way to Add pods to your Reef 🫡💯
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Best way to Add pods to your Reef 🫡💯
Foam board floating Canopy - Reef tank 🔥
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Foam board floating Canopy - Reef tank 🔥
Ep.20 | Dosing regimen & Tank Update
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Ep.20 | Dosing regimen & Tank Update
Once again, tank is goals! Looking good! 🔥
Great review 👏
Still have the or3?
@@leroycline8849 no switched to AI blades. Check the playlist for the comparison video and why I switched
@@CJSAQUARIUMS ahhh I was gonna buy them if you still had them
Did the tank come with a supplied silicone or vinyl hose for the return pump?
Silicon
Looking to get this tank and add some mid grade gear for it.. I’m a newbie wanting to start a reef tank like yours! (It’s amazing by the way!) would you do this, or the Red Sea max 170 that has everything ready to go for $1800/1900. Or would it me much cheaper to get this tank ($650) and build a stand, and get all the gear separately? Wondering about much the jbj setup would cost nowadays
@@CentralVaOutdoorsman I’d never go Red Sea too much bad story’s leaking tanks. I’m sure some tanks or theirs are fine but I’d go JBJ in your case. Building your own stand would solve the weakness of this one. The stand was not very strong.. nice starter tank for sure. I don’t think they make the curved ones anymore tho
@@CJSAQUARIUMS thanks for the feedback. How much are you estimating for cost of the equipment to get this tank running. (Not including sand/salt/water) Just gonna start with soft corals so I don’t need a doser I don’t think
@@CentralVaOutdoorsman the system in this video was really budget friendly didn’t have hi tech gear.. ran me around $1500 including livestock but that was decade ago.. prices are crazy now
@@CJSAQUARIUMSthanks man!
What do you know of issue where it brighter on One Side? Have AI fixed it? I saw people have the same issue everywhere.
@@austinjt4264 bad batch I had mine replaced.. issue was one side was bluer then the other. They worked just noticeably different. I’d assume it’s resolved now that was when they first came out
Thanks for the honest and informative video. You got a new subscriber now! Your tank is stunning. Keep up the good work. I look forward to more videos..
Looks like you would have room between the lights. If you do that (by modifying the stand) you could consider tilting the outermost Blades towards the base of the rocks. That way would would get a little bit less direct light from the top, and at the same time have more even light distribution under the ledges. Have you considered moving the SPS higher, and zoas down at the bottom?
Rock is cemented can’t modify it..
Can you add a filter sock to this sump?
@@yetimanification yes standard 4” socks
Yeah man I've came across your videos but was like meh. The more I watch your channel the more I'm digging it. Your so chill and not dragging the video on n on like others do. So I clicked the sub button as I really do find your channel quite entertaining and most of all like I said how chill you are! You remind me of Than from tidal gardens. He's so relaxing to listen to and your up their with him so keep up the great work my friend!
How did that work out for ya? 😂
Eviction epic fail eating corals
What type of gorilla tape did you use? Why not use flex seal tape on the bottom ends?
@@yetimanification weather grade outdoor gorilla tape. Didn’t know about flex seal tape feel free to try it.. so far this has been working for me
This is good. They should pay you. You're doing eco techs job.
Just trying to share info I would want to know hope it helped
Im planning to buy either the EXT 50 or 75 but afraid of the 75 weight being 250LBS. Was it really difficult lifting this tank onto the stand?
@@yetimanification I would have went 100ext if I wasn’t in 2nd floor. 2 people makes it easy… I mounted it on the tank myself it’s heavy but doable if you got a good grip. Not sure your physical shape I’m still pretty strong 👌🏾
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Very informative video. Been having an issue with my phosphate. May have to get that reactor
Got the same tank.
Love the set up
Hi CJ Wondering if you still getting accurate reading from your Trident NP. It’s look likes so many peoples getting off numbers, i never got corrected number
@@Tommy_Sh trident NP is still working consistently no major swings to indicate a issue.
Update?
What length are the blades you went with?
@@wesroberts4188 30”
Is it really accurate to hanna? I bought it 1 week ago and it's deviated quite a lot from hanna
Within expected error ranges. If both testers. Beyond that I don’t care if it’s exactly same as Hanna I’m more concerned with how consistent trident test each time.. graphs for accurate trending. Hanna is not the standard to me as it’s pre calibrated and can’t be changed
CJ just wanted to let you know that I have watched all of your videos up to this point. I ordered a sign from your guy. I gotta tell you that he is a real human being. I explained to him how I got back into the hobby after watching UA-cam with my wife she looked at me and said, "You should get another aquarium," and I said after the 240-gallon flood disaster 30 years ago? She responded with yes, so I did. Long story short, I bought a petsmart special and had to use canisters' fx2 two of them, and let's just say it wasn't fit for a reef tank it was set up complete on 2/19/24. So I upgraded to the Innovative Marine 100 gallon complete setup. Unfortunately, my wife passed away on 3/21/24 from a routine brain biopsy that went horribly wrong horribly fast, so she never got to see the new Innovative Marine INT 100. But I wanted you to know that I also shared this with the sign guy. Sorry, I can't remember his name as I wrote this, but I wanted to thank you for turning me on to him. He's actually going to add something to her sign, "Rhondas Dream" which the tank was named prior to her passing. I love your videos, and you have given me great strength in not only striving to achieve the Dream but also having let me see what can be accomplished with determination and strength can be accomplished. So a Heart felt thank you!! Keep doing what You Do! Sincerely, Earl Griffin
Condolences on the passing of your wife and I appreciate the thoughtful comment sharing the experiences. Many well wishes to you on your journey and I’m glad to have helped!
You can individually tune each time point after you've set it. You double tap the blue dot on the time scale an it'll turn red. It's a bit of a pain in the arse but after a while you'll get the hang off it.
Awesome 👀 looking tank. I've been following you for year's. Thank you for sharing 👍🏾
Looking forward to seeing your tanks progress CJ. 🍺
What brand filter pads do u use? went on Amazon there are so meny
really nice tank i love that but how can u keep shirmp with hawkfish and wrasse pls anwer
Full stock list and how I did it is covered in this video Murder , Suicide & Success - Stocklist Reef Update | Ep.37 ua-cam.com/video/-2JAME8Mt7g/v-deo.html
Love your channel. I would love to get one of those leather corals.
Your tank looks awesome!
Monti caps on the front right of the archway! No corals to shade underneath, would look awesome!!
Really excellent review CJ-In your opinion could you upgrade the pump that is supplied in order to get more flow/volume? Thanks much!
Video is years old honestly don’t recall details of this tank
How do you change water step by step I have a water change coming up same tank. How do you do it please 🙏 what do you shut down step by step with sump please 🙏
I do auto water changes on the tank now but I’ve covered manual changes in videos on the channel just go thru the build playlist find the maintenance video
@CJSAQUARIUMS thank you so much! I appreciate you working to show people that hard work 💯 pays off 💪 it astonished me that you were able to make such progress in so little time I am truly grateful for you and your effort to produce such detailed videos. The good the bad and humble yourself enough to even show the uglies! Hope you are doing well with the Lynga. Sincerely, Earl Griffin
Just found your channel last night. Binge watched every episode of this series as I have the same tank expected to get here in a few days!
Glad to help! Hope have a few ideas and things you can improve on
I think I have had the exact same things now it's turned into a greenish covering? Not hair but really short. Urchins and turbos love it?
Mine was never green I think you may have something else
Tank looks Amazing 👏🙌👌✌️
Work in progress 💯
Awesome video CJ mine is on back order and that update made it so apex won’t communicate right with fusion and I have no communication with them for a week now take it this Friday. Super excited all the time I guess thanks for the video, bro.
Great video brother.
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Amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!
AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!
Man, this tank is looking so good. It has that CJ feel to it. Great job man.
Tank is settling in now… just needs alittle more coral therapy to fill in the arch. Smooth sailing year 2 is the plan 😎🤟🏾
Hahaha the “Evil Clownfish” lol 😂
Great update cj. Hope you and the family are well 👌🏻
awesome man
Just lost about all my fish starting over no sand adding uv adding lights for my coral done with brown tangs probably lost over 800 1000$ in corals and fish corals lost do to moving but dam second attempt coming up also going sump set up this time no more canisters, skimmer , etc
Damn that’s crazy! The bounce back the real story tho keep chugging man 🙌🏾
Nice fish selection 👌 . What are you doing to battle the tufts of hair algae?
Just manual removal I haven’t had hands in the tank for weeks since starting auto water changes.. time for a trim it grows back less each time so it’s a waiting game
@@CJSAQUARIUMS Yeah the auto water changes will make a huge difference. I'm the same, just random tufts here and there. Was thinking of running bio pellets but my phosphates are 0.02 so really can't afford to strip them down, so looking for an alternative suggestion for nitrates
what this that large greenish leather coral in the top right of your tank i need one
Pineapple leather. It’s awesome started as a tiny twig. It’s starting to bud now branches I’m not sure what it’s gonna turn into 😎
Yo the title 😂
Craziness going on 🤣🤟🏾
Lookin good!! SPS update? From what I could see the big purple and green one didn’t look so good? I have another big piece if you want to try it again? I got a RRC rainbow splice the other day. Can’t wait for it to grow out!!
Yea it went pale on me but didn’t strip. So just leaving everything as is for awhile. Tank is more stable now then before so hoping they bounce back. Gonna hold off on any additional acros for now but will revisit it in a month or so 🫡🤟🏾
I’m surprised they aren’t eating more of your coral