Richie's Reef

[marklugo23]

more pics

 

[SIReefer]

Hey Rich - great hanging out with you and the gang last week. I thought I was coming over for an hour or so to check out the tank(s) but I think I rolled home about 1 or 2 am. Nice time-glad I had off next day.

 

[Lenny718]

Hey Rich - great hanging out with you and the gang last week. I thought I was coming over for an hour or so to check out the tank(s) but I think I rolled home about 1 or 2 am. Nice time-glad I had off next day.

Funny you say that. I always tell mark when you go richies it's like passing through a time warp you think your in his basement for what feels like an hour and its actually been like 8 lol.

 

[rkaragozler]

Well its been a very long time that I updated my thread.
here are some pics before the breakdown.
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[CHEMCHEF]

Why??????

 

[rkaragozler]

Financial Reasons. Chef

 

[CHEMCHEF]

Sorry to hear man. If there's anything you need pm me. You've always been a stand up guy on this site.

 

[rkaragozler]

Thank you so much, Chef, that means a lot to me know.
I never wanted to do this.
The tank is my DREAM, PASSION, AND JOY for the hobby.

 

[MeanGreenEyes]

Wow, I'm very sorry to hear this.

 

[cmantis]

Richie I hope things turn around and you get that bigger tank to replace this one. Just like you were there for me setting up my tanks I will gladly be there for you when the time comes which I am sure it will. I know how much you love that tank and how many people you have helped along the way and personally just wanted to say thanks!

 

[dacaptain78]

Man Ritchie. Sorry to hear this. Let me know if you need help with anything.

 

[CDANN76]

So sorry to hear this. If you could use a hand or need anything let me know.

 

[SIReefer]

Wow Richie - Sorry. I know youve been through a lot lately. If you need any help with anything just let me know.

 

[allenjj]

Wishing you better times

Dear Richie,
You have always been there to answer questions and help others out. Im so sorry your going through hard times. Hope you are back on your feet soon. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
John

 

[Mike389]

Can't believe your breaking down the reef tank.... I hope you and your family are well.. Good luck with the breakdown ill stop by and purchase some corals to help with the process.

 

[JARRETT SHARK]

so sorry buddy hope things turn around
you really love this hobby and so many people do look up to you with this monster tank you have...

 

[Exotic Reef]

Sorry to hear that .. That toadstoll was my favorite coral in your tank it always stood out to me .. But what you going to do with the tank itself if u dont mind me asking

 

[TommyP]

I just read through most of these pages. Your tank is amazing. I'm sorry to hear that you have to break it down. I wish I was on here earlier so I can help you with whatever it was you needed.

 

[rkaragozler]

Thank you for all the kind words, As of know the tank is still running till I get everything out and sold. Not sure if I would leave it empty, and see if things get better at a later time, or just take it apart and sell the glass.

 

[rkaragozler]

It's been way to long. well it's been a hectic couple of months but I managed to get thru it.
I removed about 400 pound of rock, and about 400 pounds of sand. The tank has 8 Rapid Onyx units running at 100% intensity for 8 hours a day, I am in the process of adding dimming to it.