DIY ADA Nano Twin Cab.

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  1. gdt78

    gdt78

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    I recently attempted a DIY ADA Twin Cabinet for two 15l nano’s.

    Credits to:
    @ivan for the light fixture idea.
    @morris for the steel frame.
    @Vez “vir die pyp”

    I decided to only post the after photo and not any before photos, as the cabinet really tested my DIY skills and almost turned out fire wood.

    Lights: For now only 2x 18watt T5’s but might be upgraded to 2x 24watt later.
    Substrate: ADA
    Co2: Pressurized
    Ferts: Estimative index.

    I used Formica to cover to cabinet which I think was worth the search for as it gives the cabinet quite a different look compared to paint.

    Here it is:

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    Damn That Looks Good. :top:
     
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    Very nice! Love the clean streamlined look of the whole edifice! Can you post us a pic of how it looks during the day please?
     
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    Great looking build there man!
     
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    gdt78

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    Hi all, and thank you.

    @tracyp,
    I'll post a daytime & close up photo in the next few days.
     
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    CO2 with HOBs - love it ... second the need for some daylight pics.
     
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    jpvd007 Retired Moderator

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    That's a great idea I like it a lot!
     
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  9. Vez

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    Looks awesome GDT, glad "die Pyp" was long enough for your plan!

    The end result looks freakin cool!
     
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  10. Marius b

    Marius b Tjoppies

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    Dit lyk Stunning!!!!

    Is dit die ATF guppies wat linker kant se tank is

    Nice ontwerp tjoma

    Enjoy!!!
     
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  11. hein24

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    @gdt78 that looks fantastic, really neat DIY this.
     
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