55 gal. filtration ?

[ccirish]

Looking to upgrade to a 55 from my current 30 gal. with TBS. Is adding more live rock and skimmer enough or do I need some sort of filtration such as canister, HOB or wet/dry? I have mainly soft corals and 3 small fish and would like to add a few more.
Thanks

 

[patsan]

The LR & skimmer are all you need.

 

[ccirish]

I have a aqua c remora on my 30, that should be ok on the 55 also?

 

[patsan]

I have a aqua c remora on my 30, that should be ok on the 55 also?

I don't really know what that skimmer is rated for. I just know that you don't need to have any HOB filters, that the LR and skimmer is really all you need for the filtration.

 

[patsan]

Yep...looks like it would handle it no problem.
Remora Features:
For tanks up to 75 gallons
Dimensions:
-Skimmer Height: 17.5"
-Minimum Tank Height: 12.75"
-Minimum Overhead Clearance for Proper Function: 5.5"
-Depth: 2.75"
-Width: 6"
Pump included (you can choose either the Rio 800 or Maxi-Jet 1200 pump)
For hang-on use only.
Along with the pump, standard equipment includes an adjustable collection cup, and a special baffle system which prevents any bubbles from entering the aquarium.

 

[docklink]

I've heard it recommended to have the Maxi 1200 as a minimum and I believe some have even upped it to a Mag 5

 

[ccirish]

Thanks for the help, when I've been looking at the 55's everyone keeps talking about a built in overflow so I could put in a sump to make my life easier.

 

[patsan]

Thanks for the help, when I've been looking at the 55's everyone keeps talking about a built in overflow so I could put in a sump to make my life easier.

A sump would definitely make your life easier! You could put the skimmer right in the sump then.