Recent content by Drew McH

I have a 40g. hang on back overflow rated at 400gph. Turnover rate in tank is 10X max. My question is should my return pump be less than the overflow at 4 ft of head. How can I balance what is coming into the sump with what is going out. Thanks for any tips.

I have HOB overflow that is rated at 400GPH. What size pump should I get? Thanks Again Drew

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Will any filter media fit any canister. Thanks Drew

Thanks I will try a pair of the 1/2 inch shorties. Thanks Again

I just got my TDS meter today and my tap is at 340 ppm. no wonder my water tasted bad :lol:

I have a 40g that measures 36 X 18 X 16 (L W H) will 1 3/4 sea swirl be adequate? Also can I use any size pump for the sea swirl. Thanks for the help again. Drew

Thanks Again for all the helpful advice. I have made the right choice in coming to this BB. I will add the saltwater, DSB, LR and in a few months a skimmer. I am following everybody advice and not skimp out on the less expesive equipment. I will keep lurking and occasion ask ? because I dont...

Awesome ideas folks. Lights, I havent gotten that far yet. I plan on using flourescent lights for now just so I dont kill the LR. I don't plan on adding anything but LR and pair of clowns. If I can keep the clowns alive for about 6 months LOL then I will start adding Coral and clams after I do...

Thanks for the quick reply. This is what the BB is all about. :D

I would like to introduce myself. I have been lurking for a couple of months and found this BB with a wealth of info and kind folks. I just bought the 2 recommended book Natural Reef Aquariums and The Conscientious Marine Aquarist. I have a 40g breeder size and would like to keep corals, clams...