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WTB 75gal glass lids

Discussion in 'Buy/Sell/Trade' started by Kpotter2, Feb 1, 2012.

  1. Feb 1, 2012 #1
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Hello, I am struggling with Water evaporation in my 75gal. I need Glass lids and if you have anything that will fit let me know.. I think its two 24" all glass lids. I don't even need the hinges.
    Thanks
    Kyle
     
  2. Feb 1, 2012 #2
    rgreene

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    petco might be a good bet or sea of marvels may have some used ones
     
  3. Feb 1, 2012 #3
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Yeah I know retail places have them new. Hung don't have any used, but has new. I am looking for used.
    Thanks
     
  4. Feb 1, 2012 #4
    saltwaternewbee

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    I might have those. Let me check when Iu get home and 8I will let you know.
     
  5. Feb 1, 2012 #5
    Reefman

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    I will give you some friendly advice,
    I had the same thought but for reasoning of keeping fish from jumping out,
    So I bought a pair for $60, they worked for the purpose intended, however the drawbacks:

    Salt creep they are fun to keep clean
    Tank heats up faster depends what lighting you have, if you have MH 's it will be quicker...
    Needless to say, I removed them and they are not being used.
    They are great for Freshwater...

    Evaporation is part of the process in having a fish tank, I top off a gallon a day....

    I hope this information was useful...
     
  6. Feb 1, 2012 #6
    iaJim

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    I love auto top off!
     
  7. Feb 1, 2012 #7
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Ok let me know
     
  8. Feb 1, 2012 #8
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Thanks for the info. Yes it was very useful. I am topping off at 1 to 1.5 gals a day. I am thinking that glass would be a good thing, but maybe not.
    lol
    Kyle
     
  9. Feb 2, 2012 #9
    Bud West Des Moines, IA

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    You can get glass cut at Ace or True Value, this is where I got mine for my 120, it cost me about $16 (versus about $40 per for the commercial versions). I leave 2-4" open on either end though, mine are just to protect the lights from salt creep/spray. No fancy hinges or handles though. And the edges are sharp so you have to spend about 10 minutes on each piece with Emory cloth to take the edges down.
     
  10. Feb 2, 2012 #10
    helitaiwan963

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    I would stay away from glass. You're gonna be cleaning that glass every other day. An ATO will be a worthwhile investment. I'm also topping off around 1.5-2gals a day on my 75gal. I'm running 2x250watt MH and 2x110watt VHO's. An ATO would keep the salinity swings at a minimum
     
  11. Feb 2, 2012 #11
    jstngates Toledo Iowa

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    Hey Kyle I wouldnt recommend putting the tops on. I have a top for my 75/90 and they really suck because of the salt creep. Also I felt it kept too much heat in the tank. You are evaporating just water and the salt stays in the tank, I lose about 10 gallons a week without the tops but feel its worth it.
     
  12. Feb 2, 2012 #12
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Thanks everyone. Looks like I should have asked the Question is it normal to lose a lot of water to evaporation. I think I will be just adding water, I don't need my water getting any hotter then it already does. 78.8 to 80.0 when MH turn on.

    Thanks again!

    Cancel my plea for Tops. lol
     
  13. Feb 2, 2012 #13
    Reefman

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    The way I look at it is, any time we can help each other save some dinero & learn from others mistakes.... That's what members of a team do....

    Good luck Guy...
     
  14. Feb 2, 2012 #14
    Kpotter2 North liberty, IA

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    Sure glad I have you guys on my team. Thanks again...
     

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