MY FIRST TANK JOURNAL! 33 Long Planted**

[madcow]

Hey everyone, im very excited to be posting my first tank jounal. Please bare with me while i figure out how do the little things...

So I've been creeping and reading up on everyones success stories with their planted tank. i have to admit, this is not a easy hobby. im having so much fun though, even with all the water changes! lol

btw, i do not know all the technical terms so please dont be upset. haha

i bought a 33" long gallon tank because the height was shorter. Since it was going to be a planted tank anyways, i figure it would be easier for me to do my thing. OH and also i had a nice ledge that fit the tank perfectly!

Equipment
Tank: 33 Long Aqueon 48.25"L x 12.74"W x 13.375"H
Filter: Rena Filter xp3
Substrate: Fluval Stratum
CO2 Tank: 10 lb
CO2 Regulator: Milwaukee Ma957
CO2 Diffuser: Fluval Ceramic Co2 Diffuser

Fish stock
Neon Tetras x6
Amano Shrimps x16
Golden Cobra Guppy Male x1
Unknown Male Guppy x2
Unknown Female Guppy x3
Unknown Fry Guppies x6
Assassin Snails x2

Plants
damn latin names
too lazy to list atm. find out later.



nice right?!


I had some kribs and gouramis to get the tank cycling!


Meanwhile....I had a seperate 33 gallon tank in the room as well. Due to limited space, i had to make a decision to take it down =( plus it made the gf happier. You can see my fluval that was just sitting there waiting to be opened! haha

[Momobobo]

Thats a beautiful tank! I would love to get a super long, but I am not allowed any more tanks

[madcow]

Haha thanks momobobo!! I love it! I actually want another one! i measured the length of the ledge and I have plenty of space for another one! hehe

Thats a beautiful tank! I would love to get a super long, but I am not allowed any more tanks

[Diztrbd1]

2 of those tanks on there would really cool on there. Although I would make sure that ledge is structurally built strong enough for the weight of 2 tanks. I think you will find the plants easier to grow in the shallower depth. I really like this size tank. Wouldn't mind getting one myself one day. Love those Gourami's too, need some of those as well lol Look forward to seeing this as it progresses.

[Captured Moments]

Don't forget the TEK light, Co2 tank setup, Co2 regulator, needle valve, bubble counter, Co2 reactor/diffuser, Co2 drop checker, ferts macro and micro, plants.....and.....

[madcow]

Yea, the two tanks would be amazing. Good point. I gotta make sure the ledge wont break down on me The gourami's were great! I gave them away though

2 of those tanks on there would really cool on there. Although I would make sure that ledge is structurally built strong enough for the weight of 2 tanks. I think you will find the plants easier to grow in the shallower depth. I really like this size tank. Wouldn't mind getting one myself one day. Love those Gourami's too, need some of those as well lol Look forward to seeing this as it progresses.

Captured Moments: Haha I know i know....these pictures are just photos that i've already taken. Im just posting it now...

Don't forget the TEK light, Co2 tank setup, Co2 regulator, needle valve, bubble counter, Co2 reactor/diffuser, Co2 drop checker, ferts macro and micro, plants.....and.....

[monkE]

wow that long tank looks great man, keep the pics comming as this progresses!

[madcow]

Okay I was gonna wait a couple of days before I post more pictures but got too excited to share with everyone...



The tank was feeling empty after I gave away the other tank, gouramis, and kribs to my great friend...I decided to get 3 green puffers cause they were so cute looking


Different angle.

[jobber604]

Nice new setup. Oh, the excitement of setting up a new tank and going to the LFS to stock up on supplies and equipment. Look forward to seeing your journal updates and tank progress. What do you plan on stocking in the tank?

[madcow]

Thanks Mike! I love pictures. I really believe every posts should include a picture so it can captivate the audience!

wow that long tank looks great man, keep the pics comming as this progresses!