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zeus_roush · 02-26-2008, 04:22 PM

iam not saying you have to get a bigger tank. iam simply saying a larger tank is able to keep more fish and corals. I know people who have awesome nanos. I just dont want to see you spend money on equipment for this tank if you are planning on upgrading to a larger tank within say a year. almost nothing you buy for this tank is going to be large enough for a bigger tank. Iam shooting myself right now. I thought 75 was large enough for me but after 2 years, iam planning a larger tank.

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:23 PM

if i do get a bigger tank, how do i go about that...i really got ripped off with this tank, paid WAY too much over 700$(water sand and rocks included)

i dont wanna get ripped off again!

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by zeus_roush

iam not saying you have to get a bigger tank. iam simply saying a larger tank is able to keep more fish and corals. I know people who have awesome nanos. I just dont want to see you spend money on equipment for this tank if you are planning on upgrading to a larger tank within say a year. almost nothing you buy for this tank is going to be large enough for a bigger tank. Iam shooting myself right now. I thought 75 was large enough for me but after 2 years, iam planning a larger tank.

i get you

michael_cb_125 · 02-26-2008, 04:28 PM

I am soo sorry you got screwed. A 14 gallon pod should be around 175.00

You need to consider what size tank you want. What you want to keep in it. Where it will go. How much you want to spend. Are you up to the challenge.

I love to see people get hooked on reefing. And I love to help. There are many factors to consider. First, what size do you think you want?
~Michael

zeus_roush · 02-26-2008, 04:30 PM

what state are you in? also there are plenty of sponsors here who would get you great price. just remember buy good quality first time. if not its (cr.p+good) = more then just buying good first time

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by michael_cb_125

I am soo sorry you got screwed. A 14 gallon pod should be around 175.00

You need to consider what size tank you want. What you want to keep in it. Where it will go. How much you want to spend. Are you up to the challenge.

I love to see people get hooked on reefing. And I love to help. There are many factors to consider. First, what size do you think you want?
~Michael

ok...my dad is a master wood worker, so the cabinet it goes in will be free lol

size is not a problem, i have space for w/e...

i'm thinking between 100-150

i will have to build it slowly cuz cash is a little low right now...

me and my dad have every tool under the sun, so building anything isnt a problem...

( i see u know alot, i'm gonna let you point out what i should buy and where

)

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by zeus_roush

what state are you in? also there are plenty of sponsors here who would get you great price. just remember buy good quality first time. if not its (cr.p+good) = more then just buying good first time

Miami, Fl

zeus_roush · 02-26-2008, 04:40 PM

Best Way To Build A Reef. Slow Is The Best It Gives You Time To Read And Research. In The Mean Time Just Enjoy The Nano, And Plan The Larger Tank.

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:41 PM

kinda like this but smaller

michael_cb_125 · 02-26-2008, 04:44 PM

A 150 gallon tank is a great size. It gives you enough room to have a great reef. I assume you want a reef tank? The first thing to look at is where to get the tank from. And what you want the dimensions to be. Look at the space you want to put it. I like tanks that are wide and shallow. My current tank is 31" deep, and 24" wide. I had to do that due to space limitations. If you could go with a 30" wide tank that would give you so many aquascaping options.
~Michael

michael_cb_125 · 02-26-2008, 04:47 PM

A tank 5 feet long, 30 inches wide, and 18 inches deep would be 140 gallons. Personally, I think that would be a great size. Then you could light it with T5 VHO or HO lighting.
~Michael

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael_cb_125

A 150 gallon tank is a great size. It gives you enough room to have a great reef. I assume you want a reef tank? The first thing to look at is where to get the tank from. And what you want the dimensions to be. Look at the space you want to put it. I like tanks that are wide and shallow. My current tank is 31" deep, and 24" wide. I had to do that due to space limitations. If you could go with a 30" wide tank that would give you so many aquascaping options.
~Michael

CREEPIN · 02-26-2008, 04:50 PM

now where do i get my tank from? do i build one from scratch? do i buy one?? from where?

sorry for the questions but i wanna do this one right the 1st time

Angel Girl · 02-26-2008, 04:55 PM

Hello everyone, I was just wondering how to start a thread.I would ask my dad but he is at work.

zeus_roush · 02-26-2008, 04:56 PM

I Have To Agree. I Like Wide Tanks. That Is One Of The Reasons I Am Planning A Lager Tank. My 75 Is Just So Hard To Aquascape, Not Impossible, But Iam Running Out Of Places To Put Coral. I Personally Think A 75 Was A Great Starter Tank.

02-26-2008, 04:22 PM	#31 (permalink)
zeus_roush Serpent Star Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: pa Posts: 226 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! iam not saying you have to get a bigger tank. iam simply saying a larger tank is able to keep more fish and corals. I know people who have awesome nanos. I just dont want to see you spend money on equipment for this tank if you are planning on upgrading to a larger tank within say a year. almost nothing you buy for this tank is going to be large enough for a bigger tank. Iam shooting myself right now. I thought 75 was large enough for me but after 2 years, iam planning a larger tank.

02-26-2008, 04:23 PM	#32 (permalink)
CREEPIN Cabbage Leather Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Miami FL Posts: 355 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! if i do get a bigger tank, how do i go about that...i really got ripped off with this tank, paid WAY too much over 700$(water sand and rocks included) i dont wanna get ripped off again!

02-26-2008, 04:28 PM	#34 (permalink)
michael_cb_125 Reef Shark Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte,NC Posts: 5,600 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! I am soo sorry you got screwed. A 14 gallon pod should be around 175.00 You need to consider what size tank you want. What you want to keep in it. Where it will go. How much you want to spend. Are you up to the challenge. I love to see people get hooked on reefing. And I love to help. There are many factors to consider. First, what size do you think you want? ~Michael __________________ All Fish are "Semi-Reef Safe"

02-26-2008, 04:30 PM	#35 (permalink)
zeus_roush Serpent Star Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: pa Posts: 226 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! what state are you in? also there are plenty of sponsors here who would get you great price. just remember buy good quality first time. if not its (cr.p+good) = more then just buying good first time

02-26-2008, 04:40 PM	#38 (permalink)
zeus_roush Serpent Star Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: pa Posts: 226 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! Best Way To Build A Reef. Slow Is The Best It Gives You Time To Read And Research. In The Mean Time Just Enjoy The Nano, And Plan The Larger Tank.

02-26-2008, 04:41 PM	#39 (permalink)
CREEPIN Cabbage Leather Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Miami FL Posts: 355 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! kinda like this but smaller

02-26-2008, 04:44 PM	#40 (permalink)
michael_cb_125 Reef Shark Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte,NC Posts: 5,600 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! A 150 gallon tank is a great size. It gives you enough room to have a great reef. I assume you want a reef tank? The first thing to look at is where to get the tank from. And what you want the dimensions to be. Look at the space you want to put it. I like tanks that are wide and shallow. My current tank is 31" deep, and 24" wide. I had to do that due to space limitations. If you could go with a 30" wide tank that would give you so many aquascaping options. ~Michael __________________ All Fish are "Semi-Reef Safe"

02-26-2008, 04:47 PM	#41 (permalink)
michael_cb_125 Reef Shark Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte,NC Posts: 5,600 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! A tank 5 feet long, 30 inches wide, and 18 inches deep would be 140 gallons. Personally, I think that would be a great size. Then you could light it with T5 VHO or HO lighting. ~Michael __________________ All Fish are "Semi-Reef Safe"

02-26-2008, 04:50 PM	#43 (permalink)
CREEPIN Cabbage Leather Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Miami FL Posts: 355 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! now where do i get my tank from? do i build one from scratch? do i buy one?? from where? sorry for the questions but i wanna do this one right the 1st time

02-26-2008, 04:55 PM	#44 (permalink)
Angel Girl Fire Coral Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: south carolina Posts: 60 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! Hello everyone, I was just wondering how to start a thread.I would ask my dad but he is at work.

02-26-2008, 04:56 PM	#45 (permalink)
zeus_roush Serpent Star Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: pa Posts: 226 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New to...well everything! I Have To Agree. I Like Wide Tanks. That Is One Of The Reasons I Am Planning A Lager Tank. My 75 Is Just So Hard To Aquascape, Not Impossible, But Iam Running Out Of Places To Put Coral. I Personally Think A 75 Was A Great Starter Tank.

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