Update with Pictures
I noticed that algae was starting to grow in my fish tank, and I read that limiting the amount of light would retard the growth of algae. I also noticed that I was getting large temperature swings in the fish tank. So here is my solution. I purchased some of the R15 Astro Foil and insulated the fish tank. Because of all the piping and tubing this was quite and untertaking. I would recomend any one using an IBC for a fish tank to consider installing the insulation before the tank is full of water and the piping is fully connected. This thing is really starting to look like something from NASA.
I am still cycling my system without fish and I am seeing test results that pretty much indicate I am in the middle of the cycle or nearing the end. Ammonia has dropped to .25 ppm nitrites are up to 1.0 ppm and nitrates are at 10 ppm. the plants are responding really well to the raise in nitrates.
My PH is still setting at 8.4 but I am hoping it will drop once the cycling is complete. Is there a good way to get rid of the algae without harming the plants? Or should I not worrry about it now that I have the tank covered and let the fish take care of it once I get them.
Well let me know what you think! :P