[sbdyer]

Hey guys my name is Bruce. I am just getting back from college and I'm ready to start my tanks back up. I currently have a 135, two 55's, and two 29's none of which are up and running. I have had a fish only before in the 135 but my parents made me take it down while I was off at school. I would like to set up one of the 55's and start a reef tank. I am new to reef tanks and was wondering if you guys could help me out piecing one together. Aside from the tank all I have is a sea life systems model 60 wet/dry filter. The tank is not drilled and has the hang on overflow box. I also have a pump with it but I'm not sure how big it is. I know the lighting has to do with what type of corals I would want to get. I haven't really decided on that yet. I do not have a canopy. I'm obviously not going to start with the harder lps or sps corals but once my tank is established I don't want to not be able to get something because of my lighting. I was wondering if you could help me in choosing a protein skimmer, power heads, and any other advice in getting started.