How much have you spent?

[boozeman]

I spent about $300 on just sand and salt this weekend

 

[AQTCJAK]

Personally with all the tanks I have had in my houses etc over $20K. Shop wise average about $15K per month

 

[kyrie_eleison]

I did some rough calculations on ways of building a "second-hand" FOWLR system from used parts and old systems that people didn't want anymore. It is possible to build a 40 gallon system (all HOB equipment of course) for pretty close to $500 with decent PC lighting. But, that's being a real thrifty hobbyist. However, you really need to know what you're doing otherwise you'll open up yourself to serious disaster.

 

[ScubaDrew]

Lighting - $750
LR - $400
Pumps, Controller, heater, fan, skimmer motor, power heads, etc - $1000
Snails, crabs - $10

Ouch.