Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this behind-the-scenes look at the new fish room, we walk through the setup process for five 65-gallon aquariums. From utilizing durable tool chests as stands to building a custom automated drain and air system, we cover the infrastructure needed to create a high-functioning space for the hobby.
In this tour:
• 0:00 - Introduction to the new fish room setup
• 1:11 - Using tool chests as fish tank stands
• 2:23 - Custom acrylic spacers for drainage and airflow
• 3:15 - Overview of the 65-gallon Aquarium Masters tanks
• 5:20 - Automated drain system design
• 7:07 - External drain plumbing (Through the wall and deck)
• 8:38 - Linear piston air pump setup in the shed
• 10:20 - Inside the fish room: Air system and plumbing layout
• 12:15 - Flush bulkhead and overflow system design
• 13:38 - Filtration: Testing undergravel and sponge filters
• 15:10 - The "dirty" tank strategy: Establishing beneficial bacteria
• 17:15 - Future plans: Goldfish grow-out, heaters, and lighting
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🇨🇦 Buy Aquarium Co-Op Products in Canada online here: yourlocalfishstore.com
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In this behind-the-scenes look at the new fish room, we walk through the setup process for five 65-gallon aquariums. From utilizing durable tool chests as stands to building a custom automated drain and air system, we cover the infrastructure needed to create a high-functioning space for the hobby.
In this tour:
• 0:00 - Introduction to the new fish room setup
• 1:11 - Using tool chests as fish tank stands
• 2:23 - Custom acrylic spacers for drainage and airflow
• 3:15 - Overview of the 65-gallon Aquarium Masters tanks
• 5:20 - Automated drain system design
• 7:07 - External drain plumbing (Through the wall and deck)
• 8:38 - Linear piston air pump setup in the shed
• 10:20 - Inside the fish room: Air system and plumbing layout
• 12:15 - Flush bulkhead and overflow system design
• 13:38 - Filtration: Testing undergravel and sponge filters
• 15:10 - The "dirty" tank strategy: Establishing beneficial bacteria
• 17:15 - Future plans: Goldfish grow-out, heaters, and lighting
🌱 Buy Aquarium Co-Op Products online here: aquariumcoop.com
🇨🇦 Buy Aquarium Co-Op Products in Canada online here: yourlocalfishstore.com
🐟 Live Fish For Sale: aquariumcoop.com/pages/live-fish
Amazon Products I like: amazon.com/shop/aquariumco-op?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_HK4GBPJQY0TJFZVG1R84
