JBJ 45 All In One Reef: Tank Overview

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Robert Brennan - 6 years ago

Where did you buy the tank.

Nano Dad - 6 years ago

Love this tank, this all in one is on my radar for next year

UnCommonCore Podcast - 6 years ago

Good Job. Seems like a solid set-up. VorTech are supposed to be quiet. Perhaps MainePure would work for pond matrix as well. ?? FYI You may like to listen to my Reef-A-Palooza Episode 17-19. I added you to the You Tube playlist.

Ken Rosecrans - 7 years ago

check out the maxpect 130....i have on my jbj 45

michael elrod - 7 years ago

What's your lights percentage

Js YouTube - 7 years ago

Do you have a problem with oxygen with the glass tops. Dude love your vids hope you don't stop I have learned so much from you. (Real Talk) I been only doing this for 3months and when I talk to ppl they say "How the hell you know so much" lol so thanks Bruh

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 7 years ago

2 full years of videos on this tank.. and another series with my new 120g system.. def watch the entire JBJ year 1 & 2 playlist for all the info you want to know.. I don't like glass lids and switched to mesh tops for better air exchange and less cleaning.. better light penetration..

thanks for watching!

Chris Rubio - 7 years ago

What song is playing in the background?

Gary Hayden - 7 years ago

Do you run a chiller? I have the Nuvo 10 but want to go with a 40-50ish in then next year or so. Should I get the jbj 1/15 or 1/10? They are on sale rn so I thought might as well get one but I don't know which one. Thanks in advance for any info!

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 7 years ago

Gary Hayden never ran one before can't help your there unfortunately

Will Sanchez - 7 years ago

Hope you get a nice tank

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Adam Statue Hunter - 7 years ago

Looks amazing that tank all in one online available? or where can I find it ? please help thanks

Adam Statue Hunter - 7 years ago

Also can you email me at adamxprince@gmail.com I have some questions I need to ask and I need some help before I start my tank I hope your okay with that

Adam Statue Hunter - 7 years ago

So it comes with a sump , protein skimmer , return pump ?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 7 years ago

statue Hunter here's the link... u will need to buy a heater and light ... it comes with everything u need to get started. Anything additional is up to you

http://m.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27974&cmpid=03cseYY&ref=6194&subref=AA&cmpid=PLA_G_6194&gclid=CjwKEAiAlNbEBRCv9uy4j4SWrgwSJAB5MqJF496LVlBwQD5s7jNecwwEx7OHGELuKAslw44QRWlBDBoCZdTw_wcB

Adam Statue Hunter - 7 years ago

What's avail ? and how much does it cost ? also if I buy it will it come with everything I need ? or I still need to buy parts ?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 7 years ago

statue Hunter it's avail a few diff places... this tank came from doctor foster and smiths website

Chris The Hobby Guy - 8 years ago

CJ....Very prof videos....excellent and informative....your friend ''CHRIS THE HOBBY GUY''

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

yep.. just keep watching.. its diff watching my videos now that you have a saltwater tank. Goes form just enjoying to actually paying attention to details..

snake3billion - 8 years ago

Hey CJ I have a question. I fairly new to this hobby and I was just curious about a filtration I was planning. I bought the Fluval Sea Evo 12 now the filtration it comes with I'm not liking it. So I wanted to try the Pond matrix and maybe some filter floss instead of the original content. So I was just wondering if that was a good idea or try something else?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

Sounds good to me... May need to add some kind of chemical filtration as well. Carbon and/or so kind of phosphate removal in that small of a tank.. Polyfilter pads work well too... U have tons of options

thomas cobos - 8 years ago

great video!

Joe's Reef - 8 years ago

Haha yeah RO/DI units all the way. BTW lol whats up with the 1 pound weights?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

Best investment ever! And I say that after not having one for 8 months with my first reef tank... Weekly lfs trips get old quick! Good eye .. The weights hold my rodi tubes in place... When pressure changes they tend to jump out of the sink.. It's a temp setup so nothing is permanently attached ...

NEMO20G - 8 years ago

RO are a god send I got one as soon as I started reefing it wiped my money out but was well worth it :)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

+NEMO20G couldnt agree more..

John Jenkins - 8 years ago

these videos are gold. thanks for sharing

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

+John Jenkins no prob.. hope they help!

Eddie P - 8 years ago

What kind of sand did you use?!

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

+Eddie Parks went with pink fiji sand.. not he sugar fine size.. the larger grade..

Nicholas S - 8 years ago

did you plug the 3 "emergency" holes in the tank? my sump area is fillllled with water.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

No I didn't plug them... They are relieve pressure on the acrylic wall... It will also help keep pump from going dry. Water in back area is normal

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Mike T - 8 years ago

this tank is marvelous

eQuatics - 8 years ago

good stuff dude! love the tall aquaqscape! anyway i subbed, wouldn't mind the same love in return ;)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

Thanks... I did the same

Shane Moore - 8 years ago

Hey man! Been watching some of your earlier vids again grabbing some ideas. A couple more questions... Do you know if BRS Reek Reef Rock is the same as Marco(being mostly free of organics). It kind of looks the same. Also, which salt did you use? BRS highly recommends HW Marine Reef Mix and it looks like that stuff gets pretty good reviews. Sorry for all the questions, just want to nail this down the first time!

Mo Liva - 8 years ago

Hello I got the same JBJ for Christmas and I'm collecting equipment to start up the cycle. Do you have any advice for me.? How long did yours take to Cycle? Is the filter media that comes with the tank good? Overall do u have any advice thanks

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

+Mo Liva most starter corals are Zoa's , Green star polyps , Kenya trees and zenia corals... They all are pretty easy to keep

Mo Liva - 8 years ago

Ok thanks yeah I watched all your videos the tank looks great. What corals would you suggest for this being my first reef tank

John’s Reef - 8 years ago

Great Tank. My favorite so far.

John’s Reef - 8 years ago

Getting close to pulling the trigger. Really liking your set up. Two questions. Have you reached the point that you would recommend the MP ES 10, and by any chance have you ever used an Ai prime led with WIFI. Looking for any input on it. Its has an awesome tank mount that would work for my situation. Hanging a lite would be tough. I have vaulted ceilings above the area I can place the tank.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

Never had the chance to use that ai light before personally... I like hanging lights because it gives full access to the tank without every having to move them... The mp-10 works fine but I'm starting to wonder what a gyre 130 would be like on my tank...

Eldridge Henry, II - 9 years ago

did you do a video of you going though the aquascaping process?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+Eldridge Henry, II yes its on the playlist for this tank.. the music is a little to loud but you can watch if you like

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92hUs95L40k

RationalTurtle - 9 years ago

i was thinking of getting the jebao rw4 and the kessil 360we with controller for loghting

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Those are great options...

FishTank Aquaria - 9 years ago

What type of sand do you use

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Medium to large size grain works best in my opinion

FishTank Aquaria - 9 years ago

Thank you, also would you say its easier for a bigger grain or smaller?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Pink Fiji sand

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Thanks... Glad I was able to help give you some ideas. My previous tank was a cube. Be sure check out those vids too... And I have more recent ones on this tank as well. Take care!

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Cesar Pedraza - 9 years ago

Shouldn't you get live rock instead of base rocks?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

U can start with ether. Pros and cons to both ways

REEFER JAMES - 9 years ago

It's amazing what one can do with a All-In-One system. Your skimmer level will fluctuate a bit with the ATO, but you may pull it off bro. Nice vid CJ.

REEFER JAMES - 9 years ago

Yes, Know the ATO's well my man, have two of them. Be careful though, after a while if you ever have snails, slugs will get on the float and keep your top-off pump activated. So just a word to the wise. :-) Will get to your newest vid soon, but I wanted first things first. :-) Going to the newest video might be a time saver for you, but a injustice for me! LOL I didn't want to spoil it. Killer LED G.

SGT Torres - 9 years ago

Wow beautiful aquascape CJ! I'm subbed. I love how your rock touches the surface of the water! Make a it look more natural!

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+NanoReefs TV appreciate it... thanks for the sub too

fishlaw1 - 9 years ago

I must say, you are very thorough at breaking down the inter workings of your aquarium. Keep-up the good work ! ! !

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Appreciate it.... Every move is calculated this time around .. My first reef was great leaving experience. This one is easier to project ahead...

J.M TROPICALS - 9 years ago

very cool video i have subscribed to u so please subscribe back to me and check my videos out :D

FSTanks - 9 years ago

Lovin' the rock work, will be fun to watch this progress. Cheers.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Appreciate it

Andrew Higginbottom - 9 years ago

love the new tank. I have a 30G Innovative Marine and it is great having an AIO tank.

One thing I would suggest would be the InTank Media trays. they are much better then the ones that come with the tank. much more accessible and fill the entire chamber, for more water volume.

Also if that tank is like the IM Nuvo series you can peel off the back coating with a razor blade. it will allow you to do a fuge, with a magnet light.

Tank looks great what are you planning to go with this time. SPS?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

I've considered getting the bigger trays... May do so in further with some spin stream nozzles for my return as well. For the moment I'm still cycling the tank so those upgrades can wait. I thought about peeling back for a small fuge. But after second thought I decided to go with a reactors and phosguard. Main reason is I'm trying to stay very mindful of keeping all detritus from building in the sump area. Already see it as a potential pain to keep clean. Keeping the overflow mechanically filtered with a reactors to remove phosphates seems like a better plan. Not sure on sps corals yet. Still love the idea of a moving coral tank lpsand softies. I may throw couple sps in to see how they do. I should have parameters good enough to keep any coral this time hopefully. Thanks for the feedback

Pople BackyardFarm - 9 years ago

I just subscribed to your channel :)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 8 years ago

+Pople BackyardFarm thank you!

Aarons Aquarium - 9 years ago

Looks awesome pal. Can't wait to see this grow.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

You and me both

Skilzeyyy - 9 years ago

Check out my fish videos please :)))

Ivory Queen - 9 years ago

Looking good!!! Will be waiting for the continued updates!

abreezeducttesting - 9 years ago

The build coming along nice

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Thanks

Slim Tim - 9 years ago

Fired Up!!! Run down and progress. Can't wait see it evolve

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Yessir

j03yYunG Aquariums - 9 years ago

Great update! Tank is looking awesome!

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+j03yYunG thanks

cyberaquarist - 9 years ago

I've been waiting for this. The tank and scape are looking great. Thanks for the shout out. Adding the Pond Matrix for the very reason you mentioned is exactly right. I see tanks with a minimal amount of live rock having NO3 problems. The PM supplements the live rock. My NO3 has never been detectable since the initial cycle. Try realigning the wet side with the motor on the MP10. I noticed that if it is slightly off, then it is a little noisier. Mine is virtually silent now. Maybe it just needs to be broken some too as you mentioned. I was also concerned about the placement of the skimmer. Maybe you can have it so that when the water in the chamber is full, it will be at the top of the weir, and at the bottom of the weir when the water is at its lowest. The water level shouldn't fluctuate more than an inch, since you're using just the one float switch. Maybe the weir is that tall. ???

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+cyberaquarist no problem I have had similar results when used PM on my last reef.. nitrates were always good. I have the mp10 lined up pretty spot on.. noise is only noticeable when pump if %60 or above power.. without corals in the tank i really cant judge how much power I will need.. if its below that range ill be good.. and breaking it in never hurts the cause.. the skimmer placement is a tough one.. Ideally the first chamber is best.. water level stays constant but im really wanting to mechanically filter all water entering the overflows. skimmer and basket both wont fit in first chamber.. the second chamber is slightly too small.. skimmer fits so snug water runs around it causing noise falling over the weir.. the return chamber allows most space and depth.. plan is the keep water level just below the wier to keep it flowing over.. and the jbj with 1 float switch wont let it fluctuate much.. from what i seen maybe less than half a inch before it kicks on.. this is the plan for now.. if it doesn't work ill sacrifice mechanical on one overflow and put skimmer there.. we will def find out wont we lol..

MASS Aquariums - 9 years ago

Great update. So the circle pumps are battery powered? The scape is awesome. I like sloping scapes instead of piled high. I have 40lbs of Rock coming Friday so I am pumped to scape my tank. Swapped out my sand for live sand and I still need circ pumps, filter and skimmer. You know I'll be following your progress. I can't wait to see the fish stock. Maybe we will be able to start sending each other frags

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+MASS Aquariums nothing on my tank is battery operated.. I just have alot cords tucked away on the vid.. Im thinking about making a aquscaping vid to give tips on things Ive learned.. rule of thirds,golden rule .. ect ect.. It may help some folks that wanna change up their scape. 40 pounds of rock will be plenty for your tank.. may even not need it all depending on the pieces..your almost there.. I just started cycling with fish today (fresh water mollies) so it will be about a month or so... ill keep you updated man...

IFG - 9 years ago

+MASS Aquariums thats what i was mentioning to you about the lighting. The battery powered stuff is awesome, and they are rechargeable batteries.

Genovacide - 9 years ago

Had to watch again...great vid CJ :)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+DJ HVYW8 appreciate it DJ

BLUE DAMSEL - 9 years ago

Looking beautiful! And I agree...scape should be scape and sand should be sand! ;-)

BLUE DAMSEL - 9 years ago

+CJ'S AQUARIUMS haha...no worries, sir! ;-)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+Blue Damsel my mistake mam! :-)

BLUE DAMSEL - 9 years ago

+CJ'S AQUARIUMS woman ;-)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+Blue Damsel everyone has their own preference right? thanks for watching man

Camp a holic - 9 years ago

Your tank is looking sweet and better luck this time around I'm almost done with my little Marineland cube 27 gallon once I'm done with that I was looking for a second tank and that JBJ is very tempting I also won A RODI from Reef a Palooza

Camp a holic - 9 years ago

Lol I think heroin addicts don't have anything on what we go through reefers

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+Rick Diaz sounds like you got the main thing.. ro unit... go for it man or watch mine for now while u fight the addiction lol

Gene Alameda - 9 years ago

Tank looks good CJ, can't wait to see the fish go in.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Thanks

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Aquatasy - 9 years ago

That is going to be so nice! Rock placement is perfect. I love how you have the rocks touching the surface. I'm dying to know how you're going to stock this tank.

Aquatasy - 9 years ago

Looking forward to it.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

I agree... Diggin this scape for sure. Stay tuned I'll have stock list update soon

915Mang - 9 years ago

MP10 is only gonna get louder. JBJ looks good man

915Mang - 9 years ago

+CJ'S AQUARIUMS Ive gotten use to it. But for me only one of my mp40s is loud.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Well damn... That just killed my hopes lol. All good... All the tank noises kind of blend together in the back ground

Sids Aquariums & Adventures - 9 years ago

Can't wait to see the progress. Very nice.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Yea and me both. Appreciate it

Dee From Brooklyn - 9 years ago

I know you can't wait to full it with coral. . Nice

Dee From Brooklyn - 9 years ago

Nice. If you were in NY is give you a few

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Nothing to special... Just some frogspawn , torch, anemone and some nice ricordia mushrooms. Always liked the diff colors they have ...

Dee From Brooklyn - 9 years ago

+CJ'S AQUARIUMS what's on your wish list?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Yea having to wait is the worst part. But I have plenty of time and noting like lack of funds to keep you patient in the hobby lol

Mick Sowl - 9 years ago

As always man, killing it. You do things right, always nice to see. Can't wait to see once you have this thing stocked with how you want it. Im sure it is going to be a killer setup. cheers

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Got a pretty good plan and wit this being my second go round makes it easier to visualize

J Spalding - 9 years ago

For sure.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Def can look at this build differently... Planning coral placement and equip are a lot easier knowing what to expect... Experience in this hobby is a power thing

James Madden - 9 years ago

Nice well thought out display. I like it. Stay easy.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Yessir... Thanks for stopping by

J B - 9 years ago

super excited. I had to laugh tho. I used to work in garages as a service adviser and listening to you talk about your equipment reminds me of the techs talking about their cars. How the names of the different units would be rattled off and I remember all their heads nodding. Each product they all knew it. You are off to an MONSTER start. looking forward to next vid already.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Hahaha... Yea sometimes I debate on even explaining things. So many people already know about if no more than me about my equipment. Always chance someone new has no idea tho hahaha. All good tho just waiting on the cycle now

Mbuna Marcus - Aquariums, Cichlids and More - 9 years ago

Wicked vid CJ...tanks going to look insane :)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Insane is the plan... But I'll settle for amazing

Brian's Fish Tanks - 9 years ago

Looking good CJ! You mentioned you got the MP-10 on sale? where from?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Purchased it couple months ago ... Don't have link anymore. In sure u can find them somewhere for under $200

Brian's Fish Tanks - 9 years ago

+CJ'S AQUARIUMS Can't seem to find it. Can you send me the link?

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Bulk reef supply...

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Dunno if it was sale or them dropping the price due to the new vortech quiet drive pumps. But I got this one for $160... Not the normal $300 bucks or so...

Keith's Planted Aquariums - 9 years ago

Nice video CJ! The reef is already looking great:)

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Thanks Keith

pelphrey - 9 years ago

Looking great CJ! Thanks for the update!

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Thanks no prob

DAVID HUNDLEY - 9 years ago

Awesome video cj your getting better and better bro!!!!!

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

Appreciate it

SLEWER - 9 years ago

+CJ'S AQUARIUMS beautiful work brother coming along nice looking, forward to the next update.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

One step at a time is the plan. Appreciate it

GENISIS1TWENTYONE - 9 years ago

On this journey again. Excited to see the results now that you have more room to play with

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

It's a diff ride with some experience... I can already see how it's gonna turn out. Slow and steady this time for sure...

GtTap - 9 years ago

Looks like things are coming together nicely. I wish i got the T247 when i setup my 75 would have saved some outlets on my apex.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+GtTap yea that's one reason i got them... 1 power cord.. and no more analogue timers in the way on my power strip.. plus i got them on sale for $150... couldnt pass it up

Doug C - 9 years ago

coming along nicely... your defenitly getting me hyped to do a reef.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+Doug C the beginning is always fun.. the cycle is the boring part to come lol

IFG - 9 years ago

Almost there. Cant wait to see the finished project.

IFG - 9 years ago

lol.

CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago

+The Inquisitive Fish Guy 71 yessir... i can taste the salt hahahahaha.... till gotta cycle it so got plenty of time.. gotta find a excuse to shoot a vid between now and then tho