Cost Estimate to Start 65G Reef

[inetmug]

We have a classified section on here also right?

I have been waiting to "qualify" to see/use it.

Kinda lame IMO, buy the time you qualify, you have already bought everything you need out of necessity. Something like 8000 posts and 14 years to qualify...

 

[Shawn O]

That's a lot.

That is all top of the line stuff so if your budget allows it and your wife/partner doesn't get mad, go for it.

That sort of build is most reefers dream when they are starting their tank. Most of us make do with what we have adding parts as we can.

What he said, if finances allow it. Why not start out with exactly what you want? It sure beats spending $2~3k and not being happy with it and spending even more than originally estimated to make it what you want.

 

[igot2gats]

Nah, clean that tank good, its good to go. A common misconception, but debated by many.

Agreed. It's all just preference. If you don't mind cleaning it, it's not a big deal.

Was just trying to help cut costs, like I mentioned before.

Not trying to start a war here

I understand. No offense taken...

 

[samba_dad]

Thanks everyone for the great feedback! As far as ATO, I was planning on a 3 float switch (2 high/1 low) configuration with the Apex. In fact, it is part of a WC system I want to automate. I know it's not helping my cost issue, but automating some of the maintenance and introducing some redundancy is one of the factors I am trying to think through. Great feedback everyone. Thanks!

 

[saltfishguy18]

I know you seem set on the mp powerheads but I have used the jebao wp series pumps for over a year with zero issues. A lot of people seen to love the jebao's plus price is awesome.

 

[Ryanrttu]

My list is similar as well. I mean eventually you know what you want, and used can be great and all but I'm a guy that likes everything new.