Doc's Shark Tank

[Piggy]

Dang you know how to make someone think they had to much to drink. Can't wait to see the tank once the water clears. Good luck with the new tank.

 

[yote]

FINALLYSomebody posted pics as bad as mine:mrgreen:

Glad you got the new tank up and running Doc.I'm sure it'll be awesome once the water clears.

 

[Doc]

I have a few things to do today before I will get to my tank. This evening I will be able to putter around with the aquascaping and get a few pics worth posting.

Yote, I wanted you to feel better about yourself with the pics, so, I am glad it worked out for you ;-)

This morning, so far, everything looks alive and OK. I cannot find the lionfish, but the rocks are a mess and I cannot see into every nook and cranney. I just hope he is alive and well.

-Doc

 

[Alexander]

I like the new av doc! Tank looks like it transfered over without too many issues.... Well except for temp. I really hope your lionfish is ok. Keep us posted.

 

[Doc]

quick update...I went downstairs to check out the lionfish and he is.... just fine. He is actively checking out his new home.

I am grateful for the little things... like my tank not leaking out overnight (a real fear since that has happened to others before AND because this is a used tank) I am also grateful my stand did not crash to the floor from the weight of the tank (mostly cuz I am not a carpenter at all!) So, I am feeling pretty good about the tank today!

-Doc

 

[yote]

I'm betting the lionfish is just hanging out,enjoying the new layout.Probably found himself a nice lil nook to relax in.

 

[yote]

Glad to hear it Doc.

 

[Bifferwine]

So, I am feeling pretty good about the tank today!

Keyword: today??? Are you expecting something to happen?? ;)

Everything looks good. Moving tanks is such a nerve-wracking, time-consuming ordeal. I'm glad it went smoothly!

 

[Doc]

Keyword: today??? Are you expecting something to happen?? ;)

Everything looks good. Moving tanks is such a nerve-wracking, time-consuming ordeal. I'm glad it went smoothly!

It is just nerves. I am not planning on a disaster but if something does go wrong, I don't really have anyone else to blame but myself.

-Doc

 

[Alexander]

How's everything looking clarity-wise? Can we expect more pics today?

And yes it sure is nerve racking moving tanks. If anyone knows that story its me. I have done it 2 times with the 180 and once with the 80 and all times it was moving across town not just from one tank to another in the same house. I'm pretty damn good at it now, but its still stressful. Glad to hear there are no leaks. That silicone job looked damn good so its not surprising. Also glad to hear the lionfish is good. Does squishy look happy in his new spacious home?

 

[Doc]

the water is great. I cannot figure out why my lights won't turn on. One set of PCs got a bit wet during the change over but have been drying all night and today so i hope they are not FUBAR. I will figure it out when I re-do the rocks.

The water is crystal clear and the fish all seem happy. Squishy is currently pissed off because the rocks are all in disarray over the floor of the tank so he does not have any real room to move around. He is sitting in the really only open spot grumpy and frowning at me. I will alieviate his irritation in about 5 hours or so.

I will post tons of pics once I have the rocks how I want them and the lights working. Plan for this evening about 9 or so for them to be up and loaded on my thread. I am so excited to finally have a big tank. YESSSSS!!!

-Doc

 

[Bifferwine]

Squishy has a little bit of an overbite. Ever thought of renaming him Freddy Mercury and taking him to see an orthodontist?

 

[Doc]

Squishy has a little bit of an overbite. Ever thought of renaming him Freddy Mercury and taking him to see an orthodontist?

Interesting thought. I have not gone there. His self esteem is a bit fragile since he has been gaining a bit of weight. I may hold off on orthodontics for a few weeks... :D

-Doc

 

[Bifferwine]

But start putting away money for it now... Braces are expensive. I can only imagine how much fish braces cost! You know me, always trying to help. I found a vet for you that does cat and dog braces -- maybe he'll be willing to expand his practice to sharks too?

http://www.mypetsdentist.com/site/view/113680_Bracesorthodontics.pml

(scroll down for pictures of cats and dogs wearing braces)

 

[Doc]

OK, that is creepy. You have way too much time on your hands today!

-Doc

 

[Bifferwine]

Hahaha, I'm actually at work :D

 

[Alexander]

BWAHAHAHAA that freddy mercury comment cracked my ass up! Man could you imagine the cost of shark braces.... Multiple rows of teeth! That would be SPENDY.

Doc I'm so happy for you and your new tank. And how excited you are to have a big tank. You totally deserve it.

 

[Doc]

I agree that I deserve it. Hell, I also think I deserve my own dive tank with black tipped reef sharks, but that will just have to wait. I am totally satisfied with this tank!

-Doc

 

[Bifferwine]

We are all totally satisfied with our tanks... For a week or two! Then we want more.

 

[Doc]

I agree that we all want bigger but I know that I just dont have room for a bigger one than this. The room would support one larger but my staircase will not!

-Doc