90g better than a 120g? probably for most of us...

[fishypapas]

2 things,

1. iteg: thats my point, not to feel bad about "settling for a 90g" (comes from discussions with a few buds that are setting up tanks but want to wait for a 120g) so, be happy, a 90 is nice :0)

2. das: we are talking oceanic only. if you can get me a 90g rr for $175, ill give you $100 for the trouble! and an oceanic stand for a $100? i know a chick (or guy) that will be more than happy to thank you personally for me! >:0)

the prices are pretty standard for oceanic stuff (at least here in the northeast). they are damn pricey.

if you can find a better place, all kidding aside, i would greatly appreciate it!!

in the end, i realized i couldnt get a 120g and realized that it wasnt that "big" a loss (but a $savings), and wanted to share it with fellow soon to be reefers that may be feeling the same "i want a big tank cuz its so much better" anxiety.

fp

 

[Entropy]

You are missing the most important part of the 120g. 24 inches front to back. The depth makes a huge difference when aquascaping. Beleive me, I lived with a 90g for almost three years. Get a 120g, or a 150g (5x2x2). If you are set on a 48"x18" just get a 75g. Same foot print as the 90g but cheaper, easier to light, and better porportions. I firmly believe your tank should be at least as deep front to back as it is tall (if not deeper front to back).

 

[fishypapas]

nevermind /

lol

fp

 

[MiddletonMark]

Wow, your tank/stand prices are EXPENSIVE.

I got my future 120's stand for $350 ... a 90's stand [here] is maybe $50-75 cheaper. Tanks similarly ... given a 120 RR [last checked] was under $400 ... at least in these parts, it's only about 20% more for a 120 RR vs. 90 RR.

Personally, I prefer a drilled tank, and having drilled one and made my own overflow ... prefer it done by someone else :lol:

That 24" front to back, if just in part ... is a HUGE draw. For the visual look, it does make a difference, as for using my lighting well. My MH covers a 2 x 2' area ... I might waste a little going down the overflow ... but am happy for the additional horizontal space vs. an 18" wide tank.

If 120RR is too expensive ... I'd really suggest something smaller than a 90, like my 58RR. That way, you can skip the center brace - and won't need the large equipment, flow, pumps, etc you would want on a 4' tank

But I've had an 18" front to back tank for long enough that I'd take a compromise for 24" front to back. Has me considering a custom tank, so I can go 30" to be honest.

 

[Sindjin]

I understand the point you're making.

Thats why I,

a.) did the hob overflows....to maximize space inside the tank.
b.) built my own stand and canopy.

 

[xtrstangx]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=6549293#post6549293 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by fishypapas
2. 90g reefless $350 90g rr $390
120g reefless $600 120g rr $800

You are getting ripped off if you think a 120g RR is $800. My LFS has them for $399.99 for an AGA Dual Megaflow.

120g is better... as long as weight isn't an issue or the extra 6".

 

[toonces]

i got your point. nice post and good info.