Draco
Active Member
Hi all,
I am investigating using a sump in my future tank upgrade. I've never had one before and I am trying to clear up some confusion.
Please help?
1. Does the main tank HAVE to be drilled for the sump?
2. Or Does it need to be drilled for the overflow box?
3. is the overflow box required?
4. I really doubt I'd be able to build my own, can someone suggest where and what brand sump to buy?
5. Is a skimmer really needed for said sump?
6. Any particular ratio from tank to sump? (ie: Tank is 40 gal, suggest sump size is...)
7. Does this replace the filter that's already in the tank?
Please and thank you!
I am investigating using a sump in my future tank upgrade. I've never had one before and I am trying to clear up some confusion.
Please help?
1. Does the main tank HAVE to be drilled for the sump?
2. Or Does it need to be drilled for the overflow box?
3. is the overflow box required?
4. I really doubt I'd be able to build my own, can someone suggest where and what brand sump to buy?
5. Is a skimmer really needed for said sump?
6. Any particular ratio from tank to sump? (ie: Tank is 40 gal, suggest sump size is...)
7. Does this replace the filter that's already in the tank?
Please and thank you!