Recent content by Gobynoob42

I was thinking of having the intake pump in the overflow chamber, then placing the output hose in the return chamber. Seems a waste to skip the skimmer and refugium stages though. Perhaps it would be better to have both intake/output in the same chamber? Sent from my SM-J327P using Tapatalk

It's coming together slowly! Going to buy a couple of pieces of equipment this week! Sent from my SM-J327P using Tapatalk

I'm trying to figure out how to add a media reactor to my small sump. Where are they placed and how does the filtered water go into the return? Should I make a manifold? My return line is 3/4"ID braided hose. I'm looking at getting a Phosban 50. Sent from my SM-J327P using Tapatalk

Thanks for the welcomes! Here's a recent pic of my tank! Sent from my SM-J327P using Tapatalk

Update: topfin tanks are drillable. My LFS owner followed the above method for checking. However, the bottom glass is tempered. Thanks for all the input! Now, I need a skimmer, reactor, and lights and I'll be on my way[emoji41] Sent from my SM-J327P using Tapatalk

Thanks for the sound advice! I see the potential problems with the HOB stuff. 1. Power outage, 2. Loss of siphon in overflow I'm looking into a battery backup for the power outage, https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F173143680325 How can I...

When I get anything worth taking pics of, I'll happily share! [emoji2] Sent from my SM-J327P using Tapatalk

So, I might be stuck with an undrillable 37gal tank (can't find recipt). So I'm looking into other options. I'd like to still run a sump (since I built one), and haven't heard to many good things about canister filters. I'd like to have fish and soft corals. Is there any way to get reasonably...

Thanks! just posted my first question!

Took my new TopFin 37gal tank to my local reef store for drilling. (Pic included, yes, it's a starter set) The owner wasn't sure if the tank was ok to drill (I think he was more concerned that I was 100% sure). I didn't see any warnings about tempered glass on the tank/box/literature. Though I...

Hello everyone , I'm in Virginia, and finally starting my dream of owning a saltwater aquarium. I've had several fresh water tanks over the years, but I've always wanted salt. Anyways, I've been watching YouTube videos by the boat loads, and reading a couple of books. Found a nice reef...