Howdy!

SaltyTank · 09-14-2005, 03:16 PM

Hey all, another new guy here! I was in to freshwater planted tanks for a number of years, but had to get out for awhile because of work and other commitments. Decided its time to get back in and this time I want to try my hand at saltwater.

Presently setting up a 20gal FOWLR. Just water, dusting of sand w/ starboard, a little LR and a small cleanup crew for now. Will be adding a Coralife Super Skimmer this next week and plan on picking up the rest of my LR in 2 - 3 weeks. Tank has been through one cycle and will probably go through another when I add the rest of the LR. Just taking my time, learning as I go. Looking at adding a 10gal sump at some point. Livestock will end up being a couple of clowns and maybe one other small fish, and will probably add a few corals when I feel that I, and the tank, are ready.

Using this tank as a learning tool, keeping mistakes to a minimum thanks to great sites like this one, in preparation of a much larger reef tank down the road sometime.

Anyway, This looks to be a great site and I'm looking forward to interacting with you all and hopefully making some positive contributions as well as learning as much as I can.

-dave

Travis · 09-14-2005, 03:32 PM

Welcome. I have to say, you are really approaching this with a perfect attitude and gameplan. You're definitely setting yourself up for success!

Travis

proud2bcanadian · 09-14-2005, 03:57 PM

to RS Dave!

Witfull · 09-14-2005, 04:43 PM

welcome to Daves~R~Us..umm i mean RS

Gina · 09-14-2005, 05:00 PM

and Welcome!
Sounds like your doing everything right! Keep up the good work!
As far as mistakes go.....everyone here still makes them but, we have each other to help when we get in trouble!

Looking forward to gettting to know you!

SaltyTank · 09-14-2005, 05:54 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone! Ready for my first question

Ok, here goes....how much flow should I have in a 20gal standard with 25lbs of LR and basically BB? I have two mini-jet 404's in there right now, so that's what...216 GPH (theoretically anyway) plus an AC110. I'm going to replace the AC110 with a Coralife Super Skimmer 65, so I'll lose some flow there. Will the 404"s be enough, or do I need to replace them with something larger?

-dave

Witfull · 09-14-2005, 06:02 PM

your moving about 300gph, so you should be good to go.

SaltyTank · 09-14-2005, 06:06 PM

Thanks Witfull!!

-dave

mkpaulson · 09-14-2005, 06:29 PM

09-14-2005, 03:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
SaltyTank Tubeworm Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 30 View Gallery Karma Komment	Howdy! Hey all, another new guy here! I was in to freshwater planted tanks for a number of years, but had to get out for awhile because of work and other commitments. Decided its time to get back in and this time I want to try my hand at saltwater. Presently setting up a 20gal FOWLR. Just water, dusting of sand w/ starboard, a little LR and a small cleanup crew for now. Will be adding a Coralife Super Skimmer this next week and plan on picking up the rest of my LR in 2 - 3 weeks. Tank has been through one cycle and will probably go through another when I add the rest of the LR. Just taking my time, learning as I go. Looking at adding a 10gal sump at some point. Livestock will end up being a couple of clowns and maybe one other small fish, and will probably add a few corals when I feel that I, and the tank, are ready. Using this tank as a learning tool, keeping mistakes to a minimum thanks to great sites like this one, in preparation of a much larger reef tank down the road sometime. Anyway, This looks to be a great site and I'm looking forward to interacting with you all and hopefully making some positive contributions as well as learning as much as I can. -dave

09-14-2005, 03:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Howdy! Welcome. I have to say, you are really approaching this with a perfect attitude and gameplan. You're definitely setting yourself up for success! Travis __________________ Help build the Encyclopedia of ReefKeeping Find over 1400 Reef Aquarium Articles at The Reef Aquarium Index

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09-14-2005, 05:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
SaltyTank Tubeworm Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 30 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Howdy! Thanks for the warm welcome everyone! Ready for my first question Ok, here goes....how much flow should I have in a 20gal standard with 25lbs of LR and basically BB? I have two mini-jet 404's in there right now, so that's what...216 GPH (theoretically anyway) plus an AC110. I'm going to replace the AC110 with a Coralife Super Skimmer 65, so I'll lose some flow there. Will the 404"s be enough, or do I need to replace them with something larger? -dave

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