First reef tank suggestion.

[Chiefmcfuz]

AI Sol series is awesome.

 

[Arati]

I don't take offense to reasonable debate and I think you make an excellent point. Just hate to sticker shock new reefers. I really have not kept up on the led pricing if they have become that much more affordable then it's a great option for keeping lipa bills low.

 

[JimmyR1rider]

I don't take offense to reasonable debate and I think you make an excellent point. Just hate to sticker shock new reefers. I really have not kept up on the led pricing if they have become that much more affordable then it's a great option for keeping lipa bills low.

You're absolutelty right on the sticker shock lol. Hey, any info that goes to someone that helps make the hobby fit their lifestyle and financial means is good info.

 

[Ariel110G]

Get an RO/DI!!!!

 

[dannyny]

i was going to get the marineland reef LED light but if you guys think something else is a better option i will definitely consider it.

 

[stooops718]

i was going to get the marineland reef LED light but if you guys think something else is a better option i will definitely consider it.

From what I've read about the Marineland Reef LED, they are crap. If you are set on LED's talk to Wingo or def look into the AI Sols you won't be sorry.

 

[KathyC]

i was going to get the marineland reef LED light but if you guys think something else is a better option i will definitely consider it.

That particular light is better suited to a FOWLR tank, not really strong enough for corals.


...and - get a rodi - it is probably the most important and best thing you can do for your tank!

 

[dannyny]

From what I've read about the Marineland Reef LED, they are crap. If you are set on LED's talk to Wingo or def look into the AI Sols you won't be sorry.

i will definitely look up wingo.

thanks guys!

That particular light is better suited to a FOWLR tank, not really strong enough for corals.


...and - get a rodi - it is probably the most important and best thing you can do for your tank!

what is a FOWLR?

i am no longer going to get the marineland light.

 

[JimmyR1rider]

FOWLR is

Fish
Only
With
Live
Rock

 

[dannyny]

I would go for the Solana XL 60 gallon if you can find one. I think they got discontinued. It's a really nice AIO. I would go with LED's as well. I think one AquaIlluminations Sol would be good for the Solana XL. I have a 12 gallon Fluval Edge with an AquaIlluminations Nano and my wife hasn't flipped out over the electric bill so I guess it hasn't jumped too far. Where in Queens are you? I'd be happy to help you out and answer any questions. I don't have anything to frag out yet but by the time you're ready to add stuff I should be able to give some starter corals.

-Chris

Chris, Thank you!! you guys on here are so helpful i appreciate it.

 

[jcdeng]

wingo is knowledgeable and hes also in queens, very convenient for you to deal with him.

 

[stooops718]

Chris, Thank you!! you guys on here are so helpful i appreciate it.

No problem. Hurry up and pick out a tank and get that cycle going.

 

[jcdeng]

lol, don't rush him, I thought in this hobby patience is virtue.

 

[stooops718]

lol, don't rush him, I thought in this hobby patience is virtue.

Yea, stocking and cycling wise, but without a tank you can't even begin. LOL

 

[dannyny]

Yea, stocking and cycling wise, but without a tank you can't even begin. LOL

LOL!! working on a deal at the moment...

going to home depot as soon as i pick one up to build a stand.

 

[dannyny]

hey guys.

can i build my ro/di unit into my sump area? my laundry hose is in the basement and i want to set up the tank in my living room which is on the first floor is there anyway for me to do this?

can i place the float valve in my sump and have the water top off as needed?

 

[dherrera83]

Yes but sometime they faila and you flood your livingroom.

Just use a ATO with a 5-10g tank or bucket to top off the water. This way if anything happens to the tank it will only be 5-10g. BUt it all depends on how bug your tank is, its its a nano i would say only use a 3g bucket....

 

[dannyny]

Yes but sometime they faila and you flood your livingroom.

Just use a ATO with a 5-10g tank or bucket to top off the water. This way if anything happens to the tank it will only be 5-10g. BUt it all depends on how bug your tank is, its its a nano i would say only use a 3g bucket....

cant have any flooding!! lol ok i will think of a different method.

if i have a 57 gallon tank and a 29 gallon sump do i need to do a 20% water change of 17 gallons? or do i do a water change for the main tank only which is 12 gallons?

 

[dherrera83]

12g, but your sump isnt going to be full. So i dont think it will be counted as 29g.. More like 15g of actual water.

 

[dannyny]

12g, but your sump isnt going to be full. So i dont think it will be counted as 29g.. More like 15g of actual water.

will the sump support my tank? i know the sump needs to be half of my main tank.