I am in the process of starting my first saltwater tank. It is a 44 gallon corner tank and I will be using a 10 gallon for a sump. I have a lifereef overflow. Today, I got an Ocean Runner 2500 pump, test kit and some other little things. I am painting the back of the tank right now. I need to go put on a second coat. I hope to plumb it, in a few days. Then, I will set it up in the garage and let it run for a few days. Next on my list is a protein skimmer. I am thinking about a Octopus NW 110 unless I can find a deal on a used one. I am taking my time and getting things a little at a time. I made a deal on a ro/di unit. I will get it in a few days.