Openning Soon. Houston Aquarium Warehouse [Archive]

GulfCoastDiscus

03-03-2008, 09:52 AM

Welcome to my humble place.
We decided to move out of the garage into a warehouse. I hope to open by the end of March. We will be expanding out stock list to carry other species of Tropical fish and your basic essential needs for keeping fish.

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Diamond Discus

03-03-2008, 10:16 AM

Very nice!! I sure wish I had the $$ for some of your checkerboard Pigeons Dan, they are awesome. Love the Millenium Golds too!

Kindredspirit

03-03-2008, 10:48 AM

Wow! Are you going to sell Fronts? Rummynose? This is very cool, Dan!!!:D

Elite Aquaria

03-03-2008, 11:01 AM

Dan,

Congratulations....this has always been one of my dreams....good luck

fishmama

03-03-2008, 11:01 AM

Can't wait to see this project! Good luck and keep us posted!:p

Ed13

03-03-2008, 12:04 PM

Congrats on the new venture!!! Wish you the best!!

brewmaster15

03-03-2008, 12:10 PM

Hi Dan,
Glad to hear you are making that idea of yours a reality!:) Best of luck with the new Venture!!

take care,
al

Tropical Haven

03-03-2008, 02:03 PM

Good luck with your adventures, looks like you have enough room to have fun in now.

Dkarc@Aol.com

03-03-2008, 04:52 PM

Sweet deal Dan. Looks roomy. Congrats and keep us updated with pics!!

-Ryan

Chrisb

03-03-2008, 06:12 PM

Looks nice and good luck

Chris

Tonyintx

03-03-2008, 06:21 PM

wish i lived closer, i would love to help just for the experience, i love working on fish projects.

Darren's Discus

03-03-2008, 06:59 PM

Nice sign Dan !
mate all the best with the new venture and look forward to all the pics !

cheers

GulfCoastDiscus

03-03-2008, 07:23 PM

Good luck with your adventures, looks like you have enough room to have fun in now.

More fun and also more trouble.:o Thanks

Sweet deal Dan. Looks roomy. Congrats and keep us updated with pics!!

-Ryan

Thank you Ryan. My wife wants her garage back.

Looks nice and good luck

Chris
Thank you Chris.

wish i lived closer, i would love to help just for the experience, i love working on fish projects.

Come visit. I have lots of project now.:)

Nice sign Dan !
mate all the best with the new venture and look forward to all the pics !

cheers

Thank you Darren. I painted the sign myself to reduce cost. All the unforseen expenses. I have lots of projects now.

Jolley

03-03-2008, 08:43 PM

Hey, Dan.

Looking good my friend. Let me know if you need some help. I have a softball tournament this weekend. But I'll be free the following weekend. :)

John

GulfCoastDiscus

03-03-2008, 10:29 PM

Hey, Dan.

Looking good my friend. Let me know if you need some help. I have a softball tournament this weekend. But I'll be free the following weekend. :)

John

Thank you John for the offer. I think I got it. I may take you up on your offer.hehehe

discuskeeper08

03-03-2008, 10:36 PM

That place has some potential:D

btw i like the discus decals on the back of your truck

beta

03-04-2008, 12:51 PM

Congrats Dan and All the best :)

Discus_KC

03-04-2008, 07:30 PM

Dan,

Congrats on the new venture!!!

Jack

April

03-04-2008, 08:53 PM

sounds like fun..adding tropicals is a good plan. not all people want discus. and even if they do..some do planted tanks with tetras etc. etc. plants sell well also.
keep us updated. you can get great tropicals transhipped straight ffrom singsing to your door for great prices. i get good fish..and healthy and rarely a doa being transhipped.
variety is the spice of life.

Green Country Discus

03-04-2008, 08:59 PM

Best of luck Dan. With a market as big as Houston and your eye for detail, no way you will do anything but succeed ;)!! Do keep us updated.

RyanH

03-04-2008, 10:44 PM

Wow. You've been busy since we talked last. I may need to take a road trip soon. :)

scolley

03-04-2008, 10:59 PM

Hey this is EXCITING stuff Dan! I know you are going to do great. Your common sense, great eye for quality, and dead-on honest approach with dealing with customers will CONTINUE to bring you business. But thankfully... even more now that you have got the space you deserve.

Thanks for sharing this important step with us! We know you'll make us all proud!

PS - I want more Green Neon Tetras. Please put it on my tab. ;)

GulfCoastDiscus

03-05-2008, 12:16 AM

That place has some potential:D

btw i like the discus decals on the back of your truck

Thanks. I may need to change it now.

Congrats Dan and All the best :)

Thank you sir.

Dan,

Congrats on the new venture!!!

Jack

Thank you Jack. Looking forward to your visit.

sounds like fun..adding tropicals is a good plan. not all people want discus. and even if they do..some do planted tanks with tetras etc. etc. plants sell well also.
keep us updated. you can get great tropicals transhipped straight ffrom singsing to your door for great prices. i get good fish..and healthy and rarely a doa being transhipped.
variety is the spice of life.

Thank you April. Yup, I like the other tropicals as well. Fortunately I have direct contact to an exporter in Columbia, Brazil and Africa. I plan to carry hard to get and rare species.

Best of luck Dan. With a market as big as Houston and your eye for detail, no way you will do anything but succeed ;)!! Do keep us updated.

Thank you Andrew. It's the military pilot training in me.

Wow. You've been busy since we talked last. I may need to take a road trip soon. :)

C-mon Ryan. Do it in the spring or summer. We'll take a beach trip.

Hey this is EXCITING stuff Dan! I know you are going to do great. Your common sense, great eye for quality, and dead-on honest approach with dealing with customers will CONTINUE to bring you business. But thankfully... even more now that you have got the space you deserve.

Thanks for sharing this important step with us! We know you'll make us all proud!

PS - I want more Green Neon Tetras. Please put it on my tab. ;)

Thank you Steve for the vote of confidense. I got you listed for the green neons. I found a direct supplier for the green neons.

jczz1232

03-05-2008, 03:36 AM

Kenny's Discus

03-05-2008, 05:59 AM

Hi Dan, congrats on your new venture! Your new warehouse look awesome. I wish you nothing but success.:)

All the best,
Kenny

GulfCoastDiscus

03-05-2008, 06:12 AM

Hey Dan nice work and a nice place. Nice flooring and walls. Did It came like that? Hey Marie, rummynose can be found any where.
What you going to keep them with they will be food when your guys get bigger or might be food now.

John
Thank you John. Yes the place came finished.

Hi Dan, congrats on your new venture! Your new warehouse look awesome. I wish you nothing but success.:)

All the best,
Kenny

Thank you my friend

Kindredspirit

03-05-2008, 09:31 AM

Hey Marie, rummynose can be found any where.

umm....not anywhere here, John ~ the place I do have in mind, will have to order them for me:)

What you going to keep them with they will be food when your guys get bigger or might be food now.

John

Oh they are not going into the Frontosa tank! They were going to go into the 20gal tank, but Dan popped that bubble.... http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/36/36_1_44.gif

jczz1232

03-06-2008, 03:53 AM

:). Dan Help this poor thing out.

John

GulfCoastDiscus

03-06-2008, 08:32 AM

Marie,
They can go in a 20 gal tank. They'd do better in a larger tank with old water and old filter. Rummys are sensitive to any ammonia or nitrites.

Kindredspirit

03-06-2008, 08:44 AM

Tears. Work every time.

http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/29/29_2_4.gif

GulfCoastDiscus

03-08-2008, 06:51 AM

Started building the stands to hold 75, 60, 45 and 30 gallons tanks.

This stand will have 75 gallons on top and 75 gallons divided in half on the bottom.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/75gallons.jpg

This stand will hold 60 gallons and 45 gallon tanks.
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I been working late at night with this guy to keep me company. The inspector.
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pcsb23

03-08-2008, 07:05 AM

Hi Dan, brave man :D Looks excellent so far. Wish you all the very best, take some guts to do this. Love the pooch too;)

GulfCoastDiscus

03-08-2008, 07:33 AM

Hi Dan, brave man :D Looks excellent so far. Wish you all the very best, take some guts to do this. Love the pooch too;)

Thank you Paul. Yeah brave or foolish. :)

The pooch is an English Bull Terrier.

Elite Aquaria

03-08-2008, 09:22 AM

Dan,

Things are coming along great...I can't wait to see all those racks full of fish...

pcsb23

03-08-2008, 10:47 AM

The pooch is an English Bull Terrier.
Thought so, very good people dogs, great temprement.

Lee C

03-08-2008, 06:36 PM

Gulf Coast Dan,
One of the 2x4s is too long! j/k:D
Should be a place of beautiful fish when you complete it.

regards,
Lee

GulfCoastDiscus

03-08-2008, 11:58 PM

Gulf Coast Dan,
One of the 2x4s is too long! j/k:D
Should be a place of beautiful fish when you complete it.

regards,
Lee

Hi Lee,
Long time my friend. The lights and the airlines will be attached to the 2x4s.

Jolley

03-09-2008, 01:07 PM

Wow! That is coming along very nice, Dan. :)

John

April

03-09-2008, 03:52 PM

it looks great. its coming along quite quickly. nice doggy also. dont see many of those guys anymore.

wolfbane

03-09-2008, 10:12 PM

Hey Dan, when is the official opening? I have a couple of friends I want to bring over. I'll tell them to bring lots of money!!! Lol

GulfCoastDiscus

03-10-2008, 08:32 AM

Wow! That is coming along very nice, Dan. :)

John
Thanks John. Almost done.

it looks great. its coming along quite quickly. nice doggy also. dont see many of those guys anymore.

Thank you April. Long hours at night building stands helps with this guy around.

Hey Dan, when is the official opening? I have a couple of friends I want to bring over. I'll tell them to bring lots of money!!! Lol

Hi Debbie, No official openning. Once I get most of the tanks set up and move the existing fish from my garage I will announce it here and the local forums. Come by and visit. It's been a long time.

accessj

03-10-2008, 12:55 PM

How close to the airport is your store? Would it be within taxi distance - to get there say during a 3 hour layover @ Bush?

korbi_doc

03-10-2008, 01:58 PM

:D Wow Dan, congrats on a great venture, or is it ''adventure"? You sure do have ambition & everything looks great...keep up the good work & best of luck...tell your wife you'll get her a carport, lol....(turned mine into the fishroom, lol)

Dottie ;) Oh, & I love your bull, terrier that is, lol...

ShinShin

03-10-2008, 09:59 PM

Best of luck to you, Dan.

Mat

Darren's Discus

03-10-2008, 10:36 PM

Dan,
coming along nicely, the stands look good.

cheers

VL67

03-10-2008, 11:44 PM

Discus_KC

03-11-2008, 08:04 AM

Yeah brave or foolish. :)

Foolish if he doesn't try !!! I know he will be successful.

Jack

Tropical Haven

03-11-2008, 08:47 AM

Everything looks great Dan, can't wait to see a bunch of tanks filled with fish. I will be starting my project like yours down in my basement.

Kindredspirit

03-11-2008, 09:05 AM

I have a couple of friends I want to bring over.

...and ME! Bring ME!:(

wolfbane

03-11-2008, 11:53 AM

C'mon Marie! I'll put you up here somewhere! Then we could go spend all our money at Dan's! (If I had money that is!!!)

Kindredspirit

03-11-2008, 08:09 PM

Gosh, Deb! How fun would that be I ask you?? I am too far and we are both poor poor ladies.....:(

GulfCoastDiscus

03-12-2008, 08:52 AM

Dan,

Great looking setup! Everything looks well planned out. Best of luck with your new venture. When you are done with your current project, how about starting a Chicago branch wharehouse/store project for all of us discus fanatics here in the Chicago area...you can call it "Gold Coast Discus" in reference to the high rent neighborhood along Lake Shore Drive! LOL J/K!! But seriously, I can't wait to see your wharehouse fully stocked!

Regards,

Vince

Thank you Vince. It's almost done. In the process of doing the wiring and plumbing. It's scarry enough with this one let alone having 2 warehouse.hehehe

Foolish if he doesn't try !!! I know he will be successful.

Jack
Thank you Jack for the vote of confidence.

Everything looks great Dan, can't wait to see a bunch of tanks filled with fish. I will be starting my project like yours down in my basement.

I got the fish on order. Just waiting for the tanks to arrive.
Love to see your set up.

GrillMaster

03-12-2008, 09:19 AM

GulfCoastDiscus

03-18-2008, 07:06 AM

Wow Dan!! What an amazing venture to say the least! Kudos to you. :thumbsup:

Your going to have a nice 250G planted Discus tank for the customers to run into as they walk throught the door right? ;) :D

Looking forward to seeing the progress. :)

tc
Mark

Thank you Mark. I do plan to have a nice planted discus tank in my office.

Update on the set up. Staining the stands took a while to do. I have an electgrician friend working for fish and I finished the drain for all the tanks. I'm in the process of installing the airlines and the fill valves. A lot of pvc.

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Elite Aquaria

03-18-2008, 07:26 AM

Dan,

Coming along great...Good move with the stain...it makes it look a lot cleaner.

GulfCoastDiscus

03-18-2008, 07:52 AM

Dan,

Coming along great...Good move with the stain...it makes it look a lot cleaner.

The credit goes to my wife. The me raw wood would've been okay with me but she wanted it to look good. I have to agree with her even though it took 3 days to do and everything put on hold until it was completed.:)

I'm really lucky to have an electician friend doing all the wiring. I have to say it looks very professional compare to what i would've done.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/0000IMG_0594.jpg

Each tank has a 2" drain and all the 2" pvc drains to a 3" pvc.

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jeep

03-18-2008, 10:19 AM

Looking good!! :)

GulfCoastDiscus

03-18-2008, 10:28 AM

Looking good!! :)

Thank you Brian

Tropical Haven

03-18-2008, 10:35 AM

Outstanding job, can't wait to see more progress pictures.

GrillMaster

03-18-2008, 12:10 PM

Kudos to your wife for that decision Dan! I think your future customers will appreciate it more as well! :) Those racks are awsome!

Wish ya all the best! Looking forward to the updates.

tc
Mark

GulfCoastDiscus

03-19-2008, 01:34 AM

Outstanding job, can't wait to see more progress pictures.

Thank you sir.:)

Kudos to your wife for that decision Dan! I think your future customers will appreciate it more as well! :) Those racks are awsome!

Wish ya all the best! Looking forward to the updates.

tc
Mark

Hi Mark,
I agree. I was hating it though while doing it.:)

GrillMaster

03-19-2008, 01:43 AM

Hi Mark,
I agree. I was hating it though while doing it.:)

I believe ya! I stained my lil 12X16' Deck last year and hated doin that! It only took me a day! ;) :D

The rewards will be more than worth the effort my friend!

tc
Mark

Discus_KC

03-19-2008, 04:16 PM

Can't wait to see it in person Dan !!

The time is approaching for the visit.

Jack

GulfCoastDiscus

03-19-2008, 10:57 PM

Can't wait to see it in person Dan !!

The time is approaching for the visit.

Jack

Anticipating your visit Jack. I hope I don't dissapoint you.
Email me all the details, time and date.

GulfCoastDiscus

03-26-2008, 10:30 PM

A few of the tanks has arrived. I had some tanks specially made. I had a 75 gallons tank divided in half.
I also added my paintings on the wall.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00IMG_0613.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00IMG_0622.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00IMG_0618.jpg

discus_boy

03-26-2008, 11:20 PM

did you paint the paintings

GulfCoastDiscus

03-26-2008, 11:30 PM

did you paint the paintings

Yup. I plan to do more different species. It should make a nice decor over a tank.:)

joe98ss

03-26-2008, 11:58 PM

You are a great artist love the paintings especially the discus painting. Best of luck in your new venture.

wolfbane

03-27-2008, 11:16 PM

Dan, when will you open for business? I'm waiting not so patientltly!!

GrillMaster

03-30-2008, 10:39 AM

Looks like the fun part has arrived Dan!!

Awsome paintings! Is there any chance of putting one of your paintings into the "SD" auction?? :)

tc
Mark

GulfCoastDiscus

03-30-2008, 12:07 PM

Dan, when will you open for business? I'm waiting not so patientltly!!

Hi Debbie,
So sorry for not openning on time. I did not expect things to take so much time and work to get it right. Plumbing and electrical work plus waiting for the tanks to all arrive is taking longer than expected.
I have to worry about transpering the fishes from my garage to the warehouse without buying new equipment. I hope all is done by the first week of April.

I still need to order fishes and plants to stock the new tanks.

whew... too much to think about.

Looks like the fun part has arrived Dan!!

Awsome paintings! Is there any chance of putting one of your paintings into the "SD" auction?? :)

tc
Mark

Hi Mark,
I'm planning on moving all the fish this weekend. I then have to move the rest of the tanks and equipment.

I plan to do more paintings when time allows. I hope to display and have it available to my clients as well. Not enough time in the day to do it all.:)

markstr

03-30-2008, 01:14 PM

dpt8

03-31-2008, 07:03 AM

Dan, Good luck my friend. I can only imagine what outrageous beautiful discus you will stock those tanks with.. You are also one heck of a talented artist !! I have admired your paintings since I discovered your websight a long time ago.. Keep going bro !! David T

Tropical Haven

03-31-2008, 08:48 AM

Dan, it is coming along really nice for you, too bad I live too far away to stop by and give you a visit.

Darren's Discus

03-31-2008, 06:35 PM

Dan,
looking great, still waiting for my invite to the big grand opening !:D

cheers

fishmama

04-01-2008, 12:19 AM

GulfCoastDiscus

04-01-2008, 08:37 AM

Dan, all I can say is WOW !! Very Nice and Clean overall my friend...
I am looking forward to seeing new arrivals !! I've purchased from you last yr approx. and
have just been extremly happy with your beautiful Discus you sent to me..
I know you will do well....

Thank you Mark. I hope to continue providing good quality stock and hard to find species.

Dan, Good luck my friend. I can only imagine what outrageous beautiful discus you will stock those tanks with.. You are also one heck of a talented artist !! I have admired your paintings since I discovered your websight a long time ago.. Keep going bro !! David T

Thank you my friend.

Dan, it is coming along really nice for you, too bad I live too far away to stop by and give you a visit.

I wish you live closer. I can use the help. I been burning the candle on both ends to get it right.:)

Dan,
looking great, still waiting for my invite to the big grand opening !:D

cheers

Hi Darren,
You're more the welcome mate. If you can make it here, you're more than welcome to stay at my place. I've been to Australia a long time ago in Darwin. Long flight.:)

ashaysathe

04-01-2008, 02:53 PM

Dan,

That is an amazing setup with great planning and execution. Wish you all the very best. I am setting up my first Discus tank and I feel happy.. looking at what you have done.. I am sure it must be quite a feeling !!!
I have some family in Bellaire, TX and now many more reasons to visit.

Hope to see you soon
Ashay

GulfCoastDiscus

04-01-2008, 10:45 PM

Dan-

Your wife was correct.."devil is in the details"....those racks look great and the room will be amazing.

Your artwork is wonderful and now I understand why your tanks always looked inspiring. You have quite an eye for beauty and balance.

It will pay off dividends in the longterm :) The attention to every aspect shows!

Best Wishes,
Lisa

Thank you Lisa. Attention to detail comes from my training as an Army helicopter Pilot. I think they brainwashed it into my head. I need to post current pics. I have installed some tanks. I'm still waiting for the other tanks to be delivered. The fishes are moving in this week. I also have incoming next week. Whew..

Dan,

That is an amazing setup with great planning and execution. Wish you all the very best. I am setting up my first Discus tank and I feel happy.. looking at what you have done.. I am sure it must be quite a feeling !!!
I have some family in Bellaire, TX and now many more reasons to visit.

Hope to see you soon
Ashay

Thank you Ashay. C-mon over. You're more than welcome.
I used to live in the city of Bellaire in the 70's. That place has changed a lot. I don't think I can afford to live there now. hehehe

Jolley

04-02-2008, 08:01 PM

Hey, Dan.

All I can say is wow! I can't wait to see it in person. I wouldn't mind seeing it this weekend, but I have a tournament in League City. Leave one of those big tanks opened for my frontosas. I'll either trade them with you or we can sell them there. How's that sound? :)

I'm sure I'll see you soon.

Take care,
John

GulfCoastDiscus

04-18-2008, 05:28 PM

GulfCoastDiscus

04-18-2008, 05:33 PM

We're alomost done. I few more changes but overall things are done.

I just imported lots of Columbian fishes to include some very large Altums and some cool looking Plecos.

Check it out.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00haw001.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00haw.jpg

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http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00haw02.jpg

GulfCoastDiscus

04-18-2008, 05:36 PM

More pics.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00pleco012.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00pleco08.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00pleco003-1.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00pleco002.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00pleco-1.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00altums-1.jpg

GulfCoastDiscus

04-18-2008, 05:55 PM

I like these guys too.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00arowana.jpg

digthemlows

04-18-2008, 06:28 PM

More pics.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00altums-1.jpg

Some day I would love some Altums!! Wish I was closer!

Elite Aquaria

04-18-2008, 06:52 PM

Dan,

I love the Altums....

Lee C

04-18-2008, 07:28 PM

Dan,
The Altums in a planted tank would darken the bars...still look great!
Bet you have the ph low on that colony.
Outstanding job on the H. Aqua. Warehouse! :thumbsup:

regards,
Lee

dpt8

04-18-2008, 07:42 PM

Dan, WOW !! Your place and selection of fish is awesome !! great work my friend!! David T

mudvayne

04-18-2008, 08:34 PM

Hey Dan things look great at your new place. I'm located in New Orleans and will be visiting my brother in Houston next weekend. How difficult would it be to purchase from you and transport them to New Orleans?

April

04-18-2008, 08:42 PM

wow dan. looks wonderful. maybe one day my grooming shop can look like your warehouse. lol. congrats.

Tropical Haven

04-18-2008, 10:31 PM

Dan,
You did a outstanding job on the inside of your building, everything looks really good. Some of those Altums would look good in one of my tanks (hint). :D

Diboroan

04-18-2008, 11:31 PM

This is an amazing setup!

RedTurq

04-19-2008, 12:29 PM

I like these guys too.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00arowana.jpg

Are they Lei or Jars? I cant tell from the pic if they have colors in their Gills.

GulfCoastDiscus

04-19-2008, 11:14 PM

Dan,
You did a outstanding job on the inside of your building, everything looks really good. Some of those Altums would look good in one of my tanks (hint). :D

No worries, I am importing more next month. Smaller and affordable.

This is an amazing setup!

Thank you.

Are they Lei or Jars? I cant tell from the pic if they have colors in their Gills.

These Jardinis.

GulfCoastDiscus

04-19-2008, 11:19 PM

Dan,

I love the Altums....

I'll more next shipment. They're out of season now so I am limited to quantity. These are bought by a commerical installer.

Dan,
The Altums in a planted tank would darken the bars...still look great!
Bet you have the ph low on that colony.
Outstanding job on the H. Aqua. Warehouse! :thumbsup:

regards,
Lee
Thank you Lee. They better now and eating like piggies.

Dan, WOW !! Your place and selection of fish is awesome !! great work my friend!! David T

Thank you David.

Hey Dan things look great at your new place. I'm located in New Orleans and will be visiting my brother in Houston next weekend. How difficult would it be to purchase from you and transport them to New Orleans?

You're more than welcome. Not a problem. I'll pack em like they're going on a long trip.

wow dan. looks wonderful. maybe one day my grooming shop can look like your warehouse. lol. congrats.

Thank you April. Call me... Lets chat

Kindredspirit

04-20-2008, 09:30 AM

I love those Plecos, Dan! I bet they are expensive? Amber and I may come to see you.....:D

mudvayne

04-20-2008, 05:17 PM

You're more than welcome. Not a problem. I'll pack em like they're going on a long trip.

Much appreciated Dan. Are you open on Sundays?

GulfCoastDiscus

04-24-2008, 09:32 PM

I love those Plecos, Dan! I bet they are expensive? Amber and I may come to see you.....:D

Not expensive at all Marie. Check out my site for prices. C-mon Marie. You and Amber are more than welcome.

Much appreciated Dan. Are you open on Sundays?

Yup, everyday.

Check my Altum Tank.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00altum02-1.jpg

aloha_discus

04-25-2008, 07:05 AM

Wow Bra, looks like you could go swimming with them. Very VERY nnice. Ill stop in soon to help take some of your hands.

Miss you guys, Ike

moto250mx

04-25-2008, 03:14 PM

Your place looks Amazing Dan...I want to visit you one day.

Can you put together another one of those Discus Paintings and ship it??

Jason

GrillMaster

04-25-2008, 08:48 PM

Hey Dan....Whats the admission charge? ;) :D :D :D

Lookin fantastic bud!! :thumbsup:

GulfCoastDiscus

04-25-2008, 10:58 PM

Wow Bra, looks like you could go swimming with them. Very VERY nnice. Ill stop in soon to help take some of your hands.

Miss you guys, Ike

Hey Braddah,
I'll get more on the next shipment for you.

Your place looks Amazing Dan...I want to visit you one day.

Can you put together another one of those Discus Paintings and ship it??

Jason

Thank you Jason. I'm trying to get a body of work together for a gallery.

Hey Dan....Whats the admission charge? ;) :D :D :D

Lookin fantastic bud!! :thumbsup:

All free my friend.

This Altum tank is the first tank you would see when you enter the shop.
Their tails are a little burned off from poor shipping otherwise healthy and eating like piggies.

I attached more Anubias to the driftwood.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/000altum007.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00altum005.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00altum004.jpg

beta

04-26-2008, 02:58 PM

Awesome! I want those altums so badly :(

Lee C

04-26-2008, 06:41 PM

Dan,
2nd pic in your last post belongs on a magazine cover!
Professional tank setup and photography:thumbsup::hat:

regards,
Lee

Discus_KC

04-26-2008, 09:01 PM

Dan,

Can't wait to visit. The time is getting close.

Jack

GulfCoastDiscus

07-21-2008, 07:11 PM

Current pics of my Altum collection and other tanks.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00001.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00004.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00003.jpg

My planted Tank. 96"x24"x20" 200 gallon tank
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/bigtank001.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/bigtank003.jpg

GulfCoastDiscus

07-21-2008, 07:14 PM

Platinum Angels

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/platinum001.jpg

True Freshwater dwarf puffer. Its a pea puffer.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/Indiandwarfpuffer.jpg

Ed13

07-21-2008, 08:06 PM

Oh my, I just went back and read the entire thread and there is not one thing I don't like in it even the Bull Terrier(my fav breed). Great job Dan:thumbsup:

GulfCoastDiscus

07-21-2008, 08:18 PM

Oh my, I just went back and read the entire thread and there is not one thing I don't like in it even the Bull Terrier(my fav breed). Great job Dan:thumbsup:

Thank you Ed. I try to be different from the other fishstores.
This is the planted tank section for the planted tank enthusiast.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/plantedtank.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/plantedtank002.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/planted002.jpg

Ed13

07-21-2008, 08:38 PM

Thank you Ed. I try to be different from the other fishstores.

Difference noticed, taking notes, and stealing your business plan. A spy should arrive at Texas the day after tomorrow. j/k Good luck:)

scolley

07-21-2008, 10:31 PM

Dan, good luck on your Grand Opening my friend. Those plants look great! In particular the Anubias look pristine! How do you do that???

And I hate to be negative, but you did make one nasty mistake. That long bench seat - the nice cedar looking one? It's facing the WRONG way pal. Turn it around so it's facing that SPECTACULAR planted tank. Not facing away from it! :D

Good luck with that Grand Opening. I smell success in the air! I'm sorry I don't live closer...

Condor

07-22-2008, 12:24 AM

:shocked::shocked:

Darren's Discus

07-22-2008, 01:32 AM

Thank you Ed. I try to be different from the other fishstores.
This is the planted tank section for the planted tank enthusiast.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/plantedtank.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/plantedtank002.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/planted002.jpg

Dan,
simply awesome that plant set up is fantastic,and your Altums are superb !

cheers

GulfCoastDiscus

07-22-2008, 10:13 AM

Difference noticed, taking notes, and stealing your business plan. A spy should arrive at Texas the day after tomorrow. j/k Good luck:)

You're more than welcome. I have no secrets anything i can do to assist you in setting up, feel free to ask. Thank you

Dan, good luck on your Grand Opening my friend. Those plants look great! In particular the Anubias look pristine! How do you do that???

And I hate to be negative, but you did make one nasty mistake. That long bench seat - the nice cedar looking one? It's facing the WRONG way pal. Turn it around so it's facing that SPECTACULAR planted tank. Not facing away from it! :D

Good luck with that Grand Opening. I smell success in the air! I'm sorry I don't live closer...

Thank you my dear friend. The bench is facing the other chairs in the sitting area for customer to just hang out. I also have drinks in the fridge.:) I'm waiting for you to come down for a visit.

Dan,
simply awesome that plant set up is fantastic,and your Altums are superb !

cheers

Thank you Darren.

stanlee

07-22-2008, 10:58 AM

korbi_doc

07-22-2008, 11:18 AM

:D All I can say Dan is WOW!!!! ....the tanks are gorgeous & you are definitely an inspiration.....now I really have to get busy with new plants, love those anubias.....good luck with business....wish I lived close enough to visit...maybe someday, lol......

Dottie

Tropical Haven

07-22-2008, 11:53 AM

Dan, I am glad to see that things have taken off for you in the right direction my friend. Everything looks absolutely awesome from the plants down to the fish. What can I do to talk you out of some of those Altums? :D

Jeffrey_Yang

07-22-2008, 01:45 PM

Shots on the Altums were simply amazing. I think it should appear on the cover of a fish magazine or something.

Now i am tempted to start a planted tank and keep altums. congrats on the opening of your new store Dan. :) Everything looks top class and the setup is very neatly done. I guess its everyone's dream setup now.

Best regards,
Jeff

Elcid

07-26-2008, 08:29 PM

Hey Dan:

Hard to believe that I'm looking at these pics for the 1st time :), Congrats!!! Wow, ur place looks more like a BMW showroom than a Aquarium Warehouse ;)...Where are the girls!! :antlers:

Good luck and take care,
Sandeep

GulfCoastDiscus

07-26-2008, 09:31 PM

this place of urs is huge.
are you handling the whole thingy urself or u have some helpers.
must be every hobbyist's dream to have a setup like this.
what is the size of the whole area approx anyway.
congrats on an excellent job especially looking at things, most are ur own hard work.
cheers.
I have my 13 yr old son helping me sometimes. Its a lot of work but I enjoy it. Its small. over 1500 sq ft. Thank you thank you.

:D All I can say Dan is WOW!!!! ....the tanks are gorgeous & you are definitely an inspiration.....now I really have to get busy with new plants, love those anubias.....good luck with business....wish I lived close enough to visit...maybe someday, lol......

Dottie

Hi Dottie,
Thank you maam. You are always welcome. Like Jack Taylor, you are always welcome to stay at my house. hehehe

Dan, I am glad to see that things have taken off for you in the right direction my friend. Everything looks absolutely awesome from the plants down to the fish. What can I do to talk you out of some of those Altums? :D

Give me a call. I have more Altums coming. I believe next month is when the bigger ones are available.

Shots on the Altums were simply amazing. I think it should appear on the cover of a fish magazine or something.

Now i am tempted to start a planted tank and keep altums. congrats on the opening of your new store Dan. :) Everything looks top class and the setup is very neatly done. I guess its everyone's dream setup now.

Best regards,
Jeff

Thank you Jeffery. We need to talk seriously. Please when you have time let me know.

Hey Dan:

Hard to believe that I'm looking at these pics for the 1st time :), Congrats!!! Wow, ur place looks more like a BMW showroom than a Aquarium Warehouse ;)...Where are the girls!! :antlers:

Good luck and take care,
Sandeep

Thank you sandeep. Its just a simple place where ppl can hang out.

I recieved a new shipment of discus last week. This will be part of my display tank.
Red Cover.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/redcover002.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/redcover003.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/redcover004.jpg

Kindredspirit

07-26-2008, 10:16 PM

Wow, Dan! When I come to Texas, I'm coming over:D Aren't you thrilled? You will be:)

I won't come home with Discus though...anything but!

GulfCoastDiscus

07-26-2008, 10:48 PM

Wow, Dan! When I come to Texas, I'm coming over:D Aren't you thrilled? You will be:)

I won't come home with Discus though...anything but!

You're welcome as well Marie. No worries I have lots of other fishes. I have colonies of Tropheus. I am in the process of setting a 210 gallon with 15 - 10" Zaire Blue Mobas Frontosas.

These are some of the tropheus i have on hand.

Kaiser II
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/003-2.jpg

Ikola Kaiser
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/004-2.jpg

Chimba Reds
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/001-2.jpg

Chiatika Blue Rainbows
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/002-2.jpg

Kindredspirit

07-26-2008, 11:10 PM

Ed13

07-27-2008, 01:47 AM

I'm drooling over the idea of 15 Blue Zaire fronts. And yes those KAISER II are my fav tropheus too. This thread keeps getting better and better.

Kindredspirit

07-27-2008, 08:16 AM

This thread keeps getting better and better.

Ya think? Nothing better than Dan's tanks, I swear! Planted, loaded, OR bare!

....and then the FISH....!!

Meet me in Texas, Ed:D

stanlee

07-27-2008, 12:47 PM

hi,
can know if "red cover" synonymous with san merah?
thnks.
btw, the fishes have good colour.

Kathy Poe

07-27-2008, 01:32 PM

Wow!!!!
This sure makes me miss my fish store. So beautiful. Congrats!!!
Kathy
IED:angel:

April

07-28-2008, 10:31 AM

it looks great. i wish my place was bigger and looked like that. lol. mine is mixed with dog grooming. maybe my next shop. im sure you will be the most popular place in that area . who can compete?

seanyuki

07-28-2008, 10:51 AM

Hi April,

I can't wait anymore,open your second shop ASAP;)

Cheers
Francis:)

it looks great. i wish my place was bigger and looked like that. lol. mine is mixed with dog grooming. maybe my next shop. im sure you will be the most popular place in that area . who can compete?

seanyuki

07-28-2008, 10:53 AM

Hi Dan,

Really good looking fish shop and must be the best shop in town.:D for fishies.

Cheers
Francis:)

beta

08-01-2008, 08:54 AM

Nice Tropheus Dan! I used to breed Moliro's till a couple of years back.
I might be in Houston around the end of September. I will try and drop in to gawk at your awesome setup.

Ed13

08-01-2008, 09:11 AM

Nice Tropheus Dan! I used to breed Moliro's till a couple of years back.
I might be in Houston around the end of September. I will try and drop in to gawk at your awesome setup.
Don't forget your camera!;)
BTW, moliro's are really nice.

markstr

08-01-2008, 01:01 PM

Real Nice Dan for starters !! Love those Altums !! Beautiful !!!!
BTW- Are you in touch with the Senski bros. or Louis Naverro by chance? I would imagine you would be.... Great People for sure.....
Here's a shot of one of yours I've had for a yr or so now..

GulfCoastDiscus

08-02-2008, 09:54 PM

Oh My, Dan! Those are beautiful Tropheus! I have always wanted them ~ you know that ~

You are setting up a 210gal with Mobas? Dayum. Please find me when you do that, I so want to see that tank!

My new best friend:D

The tank is set up. The water is a bit cloudy but soon will clear up.
Look below..

I'm drooling over the idea of 15 Blue Zaire fronts. And yes those KAISER II are my fav tropheus too. This thread keeps getting better and better.

I'm blown away how nice these guys are.

hi,
can know if "red cover" synonymous with san merah?
thnks.
btw, the fishes have good colour.

I think so..just different breeder. Some Red Cover has stress bar and a few has it only over the eye.

Hi Dan,

Really good looking fish shop and must be the best shop in town.:D for fishies.

Cheers
Francis:)

Thank you Francis..

it looks great. i wish my place was bigger and looked like that. lol. mine is mixed with dog grooming. maybe my next shop. im sure you will be the most popular place in that area . who can compete?

Hi April,
I cater mainly to advance hobbyist not your typical goldfish bowl with a little castle. So I am limited.

Real Nice Dan for starters !! Love those Altums !! Beautiful !!!!
BTW- Are you in touch with the Senski bros. or Louis Naverro by chance? I would imagine you would be.... Great People for sure.....
Here's a shot of one of yours I've had for a yr or so now..

Hi Mark,
I see them on a weekly basis.

The tank is a bit cloudy but should clear up in a day or two. The tank is 7' long x 24x24. The light is not efficient but will do for now til i get a better one.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/0zaireblue004.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/0zaireblue003.jpg

This is the sitting area for those hardcore hobbyist to hang out. The fridge is full of sodas and water.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/0sittingarea002.jpg

Another planted tank. Its a simple tank with easy to care plants. The Angels are constantly spawning in this tank.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/0planted001.jpg

Ed13

08-02-2008, 10:07 PM

I going to cry! I can't beleive how sweet this shop is! Congrats man!

Kindredspirit

08-02-2008, 10:20 PM

Wow. You have clown loaches in with them? Any problems? I heard they come down with Ich a lot...??

Nice Tank, Dan!!

Just think, you can get a pic of me sitting right there....:D

GulfCoastDiscus

08-02-2008, 10:41 PM

I going to cry! I can't beleive how sweet this shop is! Congrats man!

Thank you Ed.

Wow. You have clown loaches in with them? Any problems? I heard they come down with Ich a lot...??

Nice Tank, Dan!!

Just think, you can get a pic of me sitting right there....:D

Marie, these clown loaches have been with this group for over the year. They came together from one tank. C-mon. I'll take the pic.

dan

markstr

08-03-2008, 12:08 AM

Dan,
In the last planted tank shot are those HO T-5's ??
Beautiful I might add..

GulfCoastDiscus

08-03-2008, 09:31 AM

Dan,
In the last planted tank shot are those HO T-5's ??
Beautiful I might add..

2 - 65 watts compact florescent.

Kindredspirit

08-03-2008, 10:21 AM

C-mon. I'll take the pic.

dan

Oh I am coming, make no mistake about that ~ my best friend has family there, so we can stay with them ~ Just not sure when....I want to drive, she wants to fly ~ I will die if I fly, Dan..

Can I bring fish back on a plane?

GulfCoastDiscus

08-06-2008, 09:56 PM

The water cleared up on the Zaire Blue Moba tank.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00moba002.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00mobas006.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00mobas005.jpg

A little custom set up.. I got the tank made and built the stand. I call it an indoor pond. Those plants are Anubias species growing out of the tank. The first two tank waterfalls into the other one and the third bring it back to thr first one.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00threetanks004.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00threetank002.jpg

Sitting area. There's something to drink in the fridge and aquatic magazine to look at. Sit awhile will ya?

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00sittingarea002.jpg

gotfish?

08-06-2008, 10:04 PM

gosh, the cutom "indoor pond" is beautiful...just beautiful. great job man:)

Discus-n00b

08-06-2008, 10:18 PM

Awesome! I love it. Theres not much more that is cooler then a big frontosa colony.

Northwestcoastdisc

08-06-2008, 10:52 PM

[QUOTE=GulfCoastDiscus;465909]The water cleared up on the Zaire Blue Moba tank.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00moba002.jpg

Dan

Sweet! We have babies Blue Zaire fronts!
I am sure you will get good chance to breed pairs Fronts! You have 5 females and 7 males.

Good luck with your market!

cheers
Duncan

Darren's Discus

08-06-2008, 11:32 PM

Dan,
never get sick of looking at your set up,that sitting area is a great idea,and your frontosa tank is sensational.

cheers

markstr

08-06-2008, 11:53 PM

Love those Cubes Dan !! Real nice job on the Aquascaping as well..
Those look like ADA Tanks or similar.... I really like the Rimless for sure!!
Keep up the great work !!:)

Anthonyl

08-06-2008, 11:54 PM

WOW :shocked: I wish we have a fish store like that here.
Your indoor pond is awesome!

Kindredspirit

08-07-2008, 06:52 AM

Theres not much more that is cooler then a big frontosa colony.

Yup. I agree!

Kindredspirit

08-07-2008, 06:56 AM

GulfCoastDiscus

08-07-2008, 03:57 PM

Beautiful! I am going to get some strawberry pots as well! I love the cubes, Dan...! What stops the last one from overflowing? Any creatures in them or just plants? They for sale?

You are so creative, Dan.........Your warehouse just proves that ~ there was so much waiting to come out, wasn't there?

First i want to thank you all for the generous comments.

Marie,
The last and the first tank has bulkhead in the bottom. Its a close loop. Water is pumped to the large tank and overflows to the other.

CARY_GLdiscus

08-07-2008, 06:24 PM

Looks Kick BuTT Dan!

Good JOb! + Bestwishes Let Me know When your ready for SALT : )

GulfCoastDiscus

08-07-2008, 08:07 PM

Looks Kick BuTT Dan!

Good JOb! + Bestwishes Let Me know When your ready for SALT : )

Thank you my friend. I have 5 boxes of 2" Altums coming in this month. Let me how many pcs you want.

About the salt ..soon.

respectfully,

scolley

08-07-2008, 11:08 PM

A little custom set up.. I got the tank made and built the stand. I call it an indoor pond. Those plants are Anubias species growing out of the tank. The first two tank waterfalls into the other one and the third bring it back to thr first one.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00threetanks004.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00threetank002.jpg

Sitting area. There's something to drink in the fridge and aquatic magazine to look at. Sit awhile will ya?

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00sittingarea002.jpg

Dan! WOW! That is just staggering!

I LOVE the waterfall tanks! And the sitting area is GREAT...

What kind of wine and cheese will you be serving? ;)

Honestly, between that great sitting area, the waterfall tanks, the spectacular specimine tanks, and your very own (quite impressive) art on the walls, I'd be imbaressed or ashamed to walk in there without a big checkbook all warmed up and ready for ink.

As far as I can tell, you've not just raised the bar for customer experiences, you've set it at a new level that will be really hard to follow by anyone else in the field!

GulfCoastDiscus

08-07-2008, 11:49 PM

Thank you Steve. Coming from you means a lot to me. You know how i admire your genius. I hope i can make a change. Other local fishstore owners have visited me already wondering what the buzz is all about. :)

Dan! WOW! That is just staggering!

I LOVE the waterfall tanks! And the sitting area is GREAT...

What kind of wine and cheese will you be serving? ;)

Honestly, between that great sitting area, the waterfall tanks, the spectacular specimine tanks, and your very own (quite impressive) art on the walls, I'd be imbaressed or ashamed to walk in there without a big checkbook all warmed up and ready for ink.

As far as I can tell, you've not just raised the bar for customer experiences, you've set it at a new level that will be really hard to follow by anyone else in the field!

greyhoundfan

08-11-2008, 12:10 AM

Very Nice Dan!! I remember talking to you just before you sold out your stock and went on your vacation. You mentioned that you wanted to start over and start bigger!!

Well, my friend you've certainly done that. Your aquatic creativity is certainly out of the box and I can see why there would be a big BUzZ. If you were my neck of the woods, I'd be a broke man by now but a happy one. Best wishes on your new venture.

target

08-11-2008, 12:50 PM

I agree. It is probably a good thing for me that I don't have a store like this near me. I would never see my paycheck. Your shop looks amazing and I hope your success continues. Thanks for sharing.

GrillMaster

08-11-2008, 08:46 PM

The thing about your new store Dan...You have raised the bar! You have the ultimate LFS experience that noone can come close to! Why in the world would anyone in your area want to go to any other LFS? This is why all the local compitition has visited your store.

As I said before, be prepared for alot of customers in the upcoming years! Awsome endeavor, and pulled off flawlessly! :)

GulfCoastDiscus

08-19-2008, 10:41 PM

Thank you Thank you. I really appreciate the kind comments.

This is one of the tank you'll see when first walk in.. It's a 110 gallon planted tank with Angels, Cardinals and Copiena Arnoldsi (Splashing Tetras)

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00shop010.jpg

This is my new project.. Its a 230 gallon trimless tank. No center brace. It measures 72x31x24 . This tank is heavy. It'll be a discus planted tank.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00trimless001.jpg

phishgroovin

08-20-2008, 04:55 AM

My god. I moved internationally 2 years ago so I haven't kept any fish in that amount of time. I come to this site once every few months and take a peek. I just want to say that this fish store is what dreams are made of. Well done.

Can I ask a blunt question? The upkeep on keeping a high quality store like the running has got to be off the charts. It's obvious you love the hobby, but did you open this store to make money or because you love it?

Kindredspirit

08-20-2008, 09:03 AM

did you open this store to make money or because you love it?

Have you seen pictures of his tanks? Esp the planted ones! Hell, all the tanks!

That is love you see not dollar signs, my friend....;).....and because of that ~ the money happens:D

( had to answer that one, Danny, sorry...:o)

GulfCoastDiscus

08-20-2008, 10:17 PM

*Polka dots roc*

08-20-2008, 10:22 PM

I like the setup with the rocks and wood:D Looks really good... I bet it'll make alot of people want discus:D:D

GrillMaster

08-20-2008, 11:32 PM

Just another sweet tank there Dan! :thumbsup:

How can people not want discus after walkin thru your aquarium art gallery? :D :D

Ed13

08-21-2008, 02:24 PM

I see the Senske brothers influence mixed with your own style all the way from Texas to Puerto Rico!;)
B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L:D

What strain is going in here?

target

08-21-2008, 04:11 PM

It's tanks like that that always bring a smile to my face. All I have to do is show my wife that picture and Bam! She is on board with me getting a huge tank.

All of your tanks look great, and the success of your store is inspiring. It shows that you can have a passion for fish and make a life out of it. One day I hope to have a store of my own that will *hopefully* be somewhere near as nice as that.:)

Thanks for sharing.

traco

08-24-2008, 11:38 PM

Dan, I must say the saying "go big or go home" is so true of your new adventure!!! You have done an excellent job on everything. A ton of love and effort went into this. Kudos on it all.

Ed13

08-25-2008, 11:30 AM

Hey Dan, any updates? Pics???;)
This thread is better than my Mexican soap operas!:)

GulfCoastDiscus

08-31-2008, 09:48 PM

Hey Dan, any updates? Pics???;)
This thread is better than my Mexican soap operas!:)

you're funny...i am sending lots of fish to PR next weekend after this storm.

Here is the current pic of the tank for my discus. I'm still waiting for all the plants to be fully established before adding the discus.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/000tank0001.jpg

The African cichlid tanks.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00shop005.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00shop004.jpg

The 2" Altums
all gone
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/0altums002.jpg

Kindredspirit

08-31-2008, 09:49 PM

...ah...The Pathway Tank! I so love that one, Dan! I am going to put a path way in mine when I redo it:D

seanyuki

08-31-2008, 09:55 PM

Hi Dan,

Beautiful planted tank....the planted tank is like a piece of art....very smooth for the eyes to view....Good job.

Cheers
Francis:)

Ed13

08-31-2008, 10:43 PM

you're funny...i am sending lots of fish to PR next weekend after this storm.

Seriously, to whom? PM the info buddy!
Although, I think I already know who:rolleyes2:
Be careful BTW

Wahter

08-31-2008, 11:14 PM

Good luck Dan - Hope you don't get any damage from Gustav!!!

Walter

casw

09-01-2008, 12:01 AM

When someone walks through this store's doors the first thought that must come to them is that this store is run by an elite aquarist! I have never seen a store with such a well kept plant section.

susantroy1

09-01-2008, 12:16 AM

Dan,

Simply amazing setup. I do believe you found a niche in the industry:) Goes to show you how desperate committed hobbyist are for a reputable dealer. Really refreshing to see a dealer that loves what he does and isn't simply eeking out a living moving livestock. Hope nothing but success for you and your family. Hope to make it to Houston sometime to visit. Your sitting area is very refreshing, I'd love to sit awhile and admire your work. I can never remember all the things I'd like to ask/buy trying to move through the crazy chain stores. Hope and pray for you and all those that may be in this storms path. Hope you will be safe. One other thing Dan could you speak a bit about your filtration system for your site, It looks very well thought out.

Troy

Ed13

09-01-2008, 01:18 PM

This is the tank I'm setting up for a discus display tank. It has spotted Headstander now and the water is still cloudy but once the plants take hold i will put the discus in it.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00discustank001.jpg

This is the tank now.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00discustank002.jpg
Dan sorry to bother you, but is that an ADA tank? Could you tell me if the side panes are glued on top of the bottom pane or if they glued around the bottom pane?
Thanks

GulfCoastDiscus

09-01-2008, 04:11 PM

Good luck Dan - Hope you don't get any damage from Gustav!!!

Walter

Thank you sir. I think Gustav likes New Orleans.

When someone walks through this store's doors the first thought that must come to them is that this store is run by an elite aquarist! I have never seen a store with such a well kept plant section.

Thank you very much. I belong to the planted tank club in houston called NASH. Its a step up in the planted tank hobby. It's more of a art form than just your typical an aquatic life.

Dan,

Simply amazing setup. I do believe you found a niche in the industry:) Goes to show you how desperate committed hobbyist are for a reputable dealer. Really refreshing to see a dealer that loves what he does and isn't simply eeking out a living moving livestock. Hope nothing but success for you and your family. Hope to make it to Houston sometime to visit. Your sitting area is very refreshing, I'd love to sit awhile and admire your work. I can never remember all the things I'd like to ask/buy trying to move through the crazy chain stores. Hope and pray for you and all those that may be in this storms path. Hope you will be safe. One other thing Dan could you speak a bit about your filtration system for your site, It looks very well thought out.

Troy

Thank you Troy. I wanted to be different than your typical fish store. A place where you can learn something. My goal is to make my customer successful in the hobby so they wont look for another hobby.

Dan sorry to bother you, but is that an ADA tank? Could you tell me if the side panes are glued on top of the bottom pane or if they glued around the bottom pane?
Thanks

Hi Ed,
Yes its a custom Oceanic made special for ADG.
Hard to see. The bottom is glass and pvc layers and metal at the very base. I belive the sides are on top of the bottom.

This is the entrance of the shop.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00entrance001.jpg

Tropical Haven

09-01-2008, 04:21 PM

Dan, glad to see that everything has taken off really well for you. I knew you were going to be successful when you were first getting into this becuase you had the drive from the get go.

GulfCoastDiscus

09-01-2008, 06:08 PM

This is the Discus i plan to put in the tank as soon as the plants are fully established. The tank is 230 gallons but i only plan to put between 5 to 7 pieces in the tank.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00maizeturq002.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00maizeturq001.jpg

Ed13

09-01-2008, 06:11 PM

WOW, those are GORGEOUS!!:bandana: Better pick than melons for this tank too!

If this really were my soaps, those guys would be the hot, sexy ladies that just moved next door! lol

casw

09-03-2008, 12:43 AM

I hope the tank's plants establish soon so we can see those discus in that amazing tank!

dpt8

09-03-2008, 09:35 PM

Dan, You never post pics like these fish to sell anymore :9( I'd love 5 or so pieces of these guys !!! My golden albinos are doing awesome and my tiger truqs aregrowing BIG !! Thanks !! Grow me out some of these !!!! David

GulfCoastDiscus

09-05-2008, 09:01 PM

This is the tank now. I couldn't wait. I finally put the discus in. The plants still need more time to establish.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00230004.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00230003.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00230006.jpg

Condor

09-06-2008, 10:00 AM

Dan, those turks are just incredible, and in that setting WOW! I love this thread, awesome job all around.

Adrian

minchong

09-06-2008, 10:20 AM

Wow, that tank is awesome. So jealous.:)

Now I've got to convince my wife to let me get a tank that large.

Best wishes to your new place.

Min

*Polka dots roc*

09-06-2008, 11:40 AM

WOW...:shocked2::rolleyes2::shocked:
I couldn't wait either:D:D
They look really good in there new home

casw

09-06-2008, 03:35 PM

Very beautiful, I think I'll have to steal your aquascaping ideas when my discus are large enough to get out of the barebottom tank!

Wahter

09-06-2008, 07:44 PM

Very nice job Dan! Hope you will keep us informed once the plants grow out and fill in a bit.

Thanks for sharing!

Walter

namasgt

09-06-2008, 11:35 PM

Dan are those the same 6 tiger turks you had kept aside for your own back in June when i visited you? if they are, they have grown a lot. should have got some when i had a chance.
the tank looks awsome, and the discus look beautifull, great job.

Ali

plecocicho

09-07-2008, 09:15 AM

Now THAT is how all fish stores should look like!:D. Hats down for the owners skills and love to fish for providing them proper setups. What is the size of the show aquarium of red turqs and what is the size of altum angelfish? Did you notice any predatory movements of angelfish toward hachet fish?

target

09-07-2008, 12:16 PM

Wow, that tank is awesome. So jealous.:)

Now I've got to convince my wife to let me get a tank that large.

Best wishes to your new place.

Min

Convincing her was the easy part for me. Now I just have to find a house big enough to hold the tank and I am golden. Oh, and the money to buy the house, and the tank.:D;)

RyanH

09-08-2008, 07:36 AM

Very nice sir. :)
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/RyantheHutt/Applause.gif

Kindredspirit

09-08-2008, 10:23 AM

Beautiful, Dan!

Hurricane heading your way ~ you prepared?

Lee C

09-08-2008, 04:43 PM

Dan,
Pic #3 in post 182 is one of the best discus photos I have ever seen!
You are doing great work and I agree that all Fish stores should be just like your operation.:)

regards,
Lee:angel:

mikel

09-08-2008, 08:20 PM

awsome...clap clap clap. The most beautiful all around discus tank I have ever seen. Those discus really are enhanced by the surrounding in the tank, and they in turn enhanced the tank. Wonderful...A+++!!!! mike

Darren's Discus

09-08-2008, 10:13 PM

Dan,
stunning tank and fish,another job welldone.

cheers

discus.hunter

09-09-2008, 04:27 AM

nice setup bro

kwants

09-11-2008, 04:45 AM

Dear Daniel,
Congradulation!!
All the best!
regards,
Sam from IDF Malaysia.

Tropical Haven

09-11-2008, 08:56 AM

Hey Dan, I hope that hurricane Ike doesn't do much damage where you live. I heard that Houston is going to be one of the hardest hit area's. I will keep my fingers crossed and wish you all the best my friend.

GulfCoastDiscus

12-09-2008, 06:08 PM

My new project. Due to too many tanks to maintain i decided to convert this 215 gallons to a Wild Discus tank. No Co2 required.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/000tank001.jpg

This tank requires a weekly trimming and waterchange
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00230g001.jpg

GrillMaster

12-09-2008, 06:42 PM

Ya got 2 nice tanks there bud!! Love the manzanita branches in the first one...:thumbsup: That will make a nice wild tank for sure! :)

GulfCoastDiscus

12-09-2008, 07:22 PM

Ya got 2 nice tanks there bud!! Love the manzanita branches in the first one...:thumbsup: That will make a nice wild tank for sure! :)

Thank you buddy.
These are the candidate for the tank. 10 - 6" Heckels

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/000heckels001.jpg

Ed13

12-09-2008, 07:31 PM

Darren's Discus

12-09-2008, 07:45 PM

As always Dan i'm sure it will be an amazing set up ! love the heckels.

cheers

GulfCoastDiscus

12-09-2008, 07:49 PM

Those Heckels are NICE! Look at their bright red eyes.

Are there two pink tail chalceus in the discus tank? They can get big, fast and may behave like tiny barracuda. Some can also be well behave too:confused:

I plan to get them out. All they do in my tank is eat each other's tail or jump out. Bait fish

As always Dan i'm sure it will be an amazing set up ! love the heckels.

cheers

Thank you Darren. I plan to put a brownish color background to simulate the tea color.

yim11

12-09-2008, 09:05 PM

Dan,

Where did you get that great driftwood - and more importantly - do you have any similar for sale!?

Thanks in advance,
-jim

mikel

12-09-2008, 09:35 PM

you can try a good aquarium store for manzanita wood...or you can also try checking on Bird specialty stores or sites...the ones for pet parrots. they have lots of manzanita wood for stands and such for macaws and amazon parrots. Those can be converted to decorative drift wood for the tank too.

yim11

12-09-2008, 09:44 PM

Thanks Mikel! Would have never thought of that...and I should have...I used to have a B&G macaw.

-jim

GulfCoastDiscus

12-10-2008, 09:45 AM

Yup... Manzanita wood is great. Make sure to pre-drill and use stainless steel screws.

daniel

GrillMaster

12-10-2008, 12:26 PM

Dan,

Where did you get that great driftwood - and more importantly - do you have any similar for sale!?

Thanks in advance,
-jim

Dont mean to hijack Dans thread but this is where ya get it...:)

http://www.manzanita.com/sample.htm

mikel

12-10-2008, 01:07 PM

Hi Yim: If you had a BG macaw, than you know full well how powerful those beaks, or facial pliers, are. The only wood that is immune to it is the Manzanita wood, and even those wont stand up to the Hyacinth macaw, othewise known as the Great Blue babies!!!! I have two macaws (real brats). They help me keep a watchful eye out on the discus while I change my discus tank water...great help! mike

GulfCoastDiscus

12-13-2008, 10:53 PM

I added the Heckels in the 215.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/IMG_2924.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00heckels009.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00Heckels006.jpg

Ed13

12-13-2008, 11:10 PM

SWEEEEEETTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!
Are those Corydoras melanistus btw?

scolley

12-14-2008, 10:32 AM

Hey Dan - That looks GREAT! Love the look!

And though Manitanza was mentioned previously... that wood looks like some of the wood being sold at one time (no longer) by another aquarium concern in your neck of the woods. I say that because I've got a bunch in my tank - covered with plants, and even more in my shed, just waiting for a good use. If so, that's some hard to find wood, and you don't have to worry about too many people copying that exact look.

Looks great pal!

GulfCoastDiscus

12-14-2008, 10:42 AM

SWEEEEEETTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!
Are those Corydoras melanistus btw?

Not sure. Common name is spotfin Cory.

Hey Dan - That looks GREAT! Love the look!

And though Manitanza was mentioned previously... that wood looks like some of the wood being sold at one time (no longer) by another aquarium concern in your neck of the woods. I say that because I've got a bunch in my tank - covered with plants, and even more in my shed, just waiting for a good use. If so, that's some hard to find wood, and you don't have to worry about too many people copying that exact look.

Looks great pal!

Thank you my dear friend. I hope you and your family is having a great Holiday season. Happy belated Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/IMG_2923.jpg

Wahter

12-14-2008, 12:18 PM

Excellent job Dan! :)

Walter

plecocicho

12-14-2008, 12:44 PM

Iam speechless!:shocked2: What are those small teras, rummynoses?

GulfCoastDiscus

12-14-2008, 01:00 PM

Excellent job Dan! :)

Walter

Thank you old friend. Nice to see you still around.

Iam speechless!:shocked2: What are those small teras, rummynoses?

Those are Harrison Pencilfish.

Kevin22

12-14-2008, 01:04 PM

great looking tank and fish, lighting seems a bit over kill

Thank you old friend. Nice to see you still around.

Those are Harrison Pencilfish.

GulfCoastDiscus

12-14-2008, 02:43 PM

great looking tank and fish, lighting seems a bit over kill

It use to be a planted tank. Once the lily reaches the top, it would create shadows.

Many different ideas and opinions.
:)

tacks

12-14-2008, 05:10 PM

Very nice Dan as they say a picture is worth a thousand words thanks Ed

plecocicho

12-14-2008, 05:35 PM

What else besides heckels is in that tank and what kind of filter does it have?

brewmaster15

12-14-2008, 05:39 PM

Hi Dan,
Looks like the start of a great tank..Nice job and nice fish.. :)

One comment on the tank though...If thats an open top tank?, becareful...Heckels can be fine one minute and skittish another.....You may find a few trying to learn to walk, especially with the bright lights on.

Best wishes to you and your family this Holiday Dan!

Take care,
al

GulfCoastDiscus

12-14-2008, 06:06 PM

Very nice Dan as they say a picture is worth a thousand words thanks Ed
Thank you Ed. Its an ongoing work of art.

What else besides heckels is in that tank and what kind of filter does it have?
It has a big pleco called watermelon for cleaning the wood, 15 Spotfin Cory, Callistus Tetras and The Pencil fish.

Hi Dan,
Looks like the start of a great tank..Nice job and nice fish.. :)

One comment on the tank though...If thats an open top tank?, becareful...Heckels can be fine one minute and skittish another.....You may find a few trying to learn to walk, especially with the bright lights on.

Best wishes to you and your family this Holiday Dan!

Take care,
al

Thank you Al,
Best wishes to you and family as well.
The tank will have lilies going to the top to create shades. The Heckels tend to hide underneath the wood when scared where its dark and shaded. I noticed the jumping out of the tank when i first got them in in the bare bottom tank. After several weeks they were eating out of my hand. All the discus i import in tends to dash. I noticed once acclimated it stops. JMHO

daniel

Eddie

12-14-2008, 06:27 PM

Awesome tank Dan and Heckels look fantastic!

Eddie

Kevin22

12-14-2008, 07:21 PM

It use to be a planted tank. Once the lily reaches the top, it would create shadows.

Many different ideas and opinions.
:)

you got lily in there? then it makes sense.

Yassmeena

12-14-2008, 07:25 PM

GulfCoastDiscus

12-15-2008, 09:45 AM

They are both very beautiful tanks!

Curious - does that bottom tank take CO2?

Yes.. JMHO all planted tanks should have Co2.
Thank you Yassmeena

Yassmeena

12-15-2008, 05:31 PM

GulfCoastDiscus

12-29-2008, 11:17 AM

It's certainly breathtaking!

I know CO2 is very nourishing for plants... Maybe when I start my planted discus tank in a year or so I'll contact you for advice on how to introduce CO2 if I decide on it?

Again - GORGEOUS tank!

I eagerly await updated pictures from when you add the discus! :)

Thank you. Call me anytime for help.

I have these new fish. I've always wanted these.
Its a Leaf fish. They are predatory fish and will only eat live food. Its cool to watch them go after their food.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00leaffish001.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00leaffish002.jpg

I also have this big guy. Fahaka Puffer. This guy is cool. When it wants to be fed which is all the time. It presses its lips against the glass. The teeth continues to grow and need snails to keep it trimmed down.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00puffer001.jpg

I also have these guys..I got these from Peru. Necktie Severum
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q180/GCDiscus/00severum002.jpg