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Oh no he didn't, oh yes he did 180 gal build

howze01

howze01

NJRC Member
Wow, I guess he just got too busy and can't handle all the orders he is getting? When I ordered from him a year or so ago he was super helpful and responsive. Had the rock a couple days after we finalized what I wanted. I know myself and a few others all ordered around the same time and all loved the rock. Really sad to hear he has fallen so far. I really hope this all works out for you Brandon.
 
Brando457

Brando457

So I called him 5 times today, he finally answered and we talked a bit.

He said he was sorry that he didn't respond to emails that his internet was down. He also apologized for the wait, I couldn't really hear him, but he apologized.

After talking he said the rock was done and ready to ship. I told him if that is the case to ship the rock on Friday and that I'd be calling Friday to confirm it shipped. If the rock does not ship Friday then to cancel it completely and refund me completely.

He said he would refund me and also ship the rock so we'll see what happens.

At this point I'd prefer the rock and sand and be done with it, but we'll see.
 
NyteGTI

NyteGTI

Brando457 said:
So I called him 5 times today, he finally answered and we talked a bit.

He said he was sorry that he didn't respond to emails that his internet was down. He also apologized for the wait, I couldn't really hear him, but he apologized.

After talking he said the rock was done and ready to ship. I told him if that is the case to ship the rock on Friday and that I'd be calling Friday to confirm it shipped. If the rock does not ship Friday then to cancel it completely and refund me completely.

He said he would refund me and also ship the rock so we'll see what happens.

At this point I'd prefer the rock and sand and be done with it, but we'll see.
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I received my sand yesterday. I like it honestly. it's full of shells like a normal FL beach would have. but it did take a while
 
Brando457

Brando457

So I finally got him on the phone as mentioned the other day.

Then sent him an e-mail:
"Steven,
This is to confirm our conversation today on the phone that the order for the rock and sand will be shipped out by Friday and a tracking number provided, further that a partial refund will be issued as well.
Again to reiterate we agreed that if the order of rock and sand does not ship by this Friday you will issue a full refund.
Thank you,
Brandon"

today i get:
"Your order will ship today.. It's packed and waiting for pick-up.... As soon as I get more money in paypal I will issue refund.. Steve"

I say "The order being complete with rock and sand. Once its picked up I'd like a tracking number."

He says "
Fed-Ex will send tracking shortly. Stamps.com will send tracking on sand.

Sorry for the inconvenience
Steve Hauble
Reefrocks.net"


SO FINGERS CROSSED I should be getting my rock soon :). The moment that comes in I will scape, sand, fill, cycle, DANCE! Although I hope the rock is actually of quality and not just some crap thrown in a box :/.
 
NyteGTI

NyteGTI

don';t be surprised if you get the sand in multiple easy ship USPS boxes on different days. my 80 lbs of sand shipped 2 days apart from each other & arrived as such.
 
Brando457

Brando457

NyteGTI said:
don';t be surprised if you get the sand in multiple easy ship USPS boxes on different days. my 80 lbs of sand shipped 2 days apart from each other & arrived as such.
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I have 120 lbs coming and need to get another 20 from steve 9supra lol.

I fell yesterday though so pretty much out of commission until my foot heals.
 
redfishbluefish

redfishbluefish

Officer Emeritus
Officer Emeritus
Can you run a skimmer without rock or sand? :grin::grin:



The race is one….what’s going to be delivered first…the skimmer or the sand and rock? I’m taking odds.
 
Brando457

Brando457

Baxreefs said:
Nice skimmer !

Should easily handle a ton of bioload in this size system for you
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Thanks Bax I saw it was rated for 249g light bioload so i was kind of nervous, but if you say it'll be good then thats good!

Paul I bet the rock gets here first, if I win do I get a prize :)? - I don't even have a tracking # for it!
 
Brando457

Brando457

stocking list

1. Sea & Reef Wyoming White & Phantom Clownfish - mixed pair
2. Hippo Tang (already have)
3. Melanurus Wrasse (already have)
4. Flame Angel
5. 5 x Bicolor or carberryi Anthias (1 male - 4 female)
6. 5 x Blue Chromis
7. Purple Firefish x 2
8. Midas Blenny
9. Chalk Basslet
10. Pink Spot Goby
11.Green Mandarin (after about 7-8 months)
12. Kole Yellow Eye Tang or Yellow Tang
13. Trio Orange-Back Fairy Wrasse
14. Exquisite Fairy Wrasse
15. Carpenter's Flasher Wrasse (maybe not)
16. McCosker's Flasher Wrasse
17. Regal Angelfish or Emperor Angelfish (my mom wants emperor I want regal:)
18. Magnificent Foxface
19. Blonde Naso Tang - might be overcrowded w/ 4 tangs!
20. Powder Blue or whitecheek tang
21. Cleaner Shrimp (have)
22. Blood Shrimp (have)

Any suggestions to remove/add to the list? I don't want the tank to be really aggressive, if the fish can live together in harmony without fighting I'd prefer that.
 
downbeach

downbeach

That's quite a list Brandon. I would probably cut it in half. I wouldn't add either the Naso tang or the Emperor Angel since they are just going to be too big for your tank. I would do either the Anthias or the Chromis, but not both. Wrasses may or may not coexist together. I think even "peaceful" fish will become stressed/aggressive in a crowded environment. I'm assuming this will be a FOWLR tank?
 
Brando457

Brando457

I got my rock in, but I could really use help rocking my tank since you know its in wall and every time I place something I have to run back around :doh:
 
Brando457

Brando457

I received my skimmer today, it is an ATB 840 v2 and was BNIB from the seller:).

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One question I have is on the top piece here, there is an extra hole. Should I have another piece to go in that empty hole?

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Also for the standpipe the rubber gasket? or tube you see around the standpipe should that spot where I have it?
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