Help: New Reefer

[Andyfast1]

I currently have a 29 gallon set up. And I am planning to expand to a 36 gallon as soon as I can, I have the 36 tank, the stand, and the sump. But I am still very new to all this. And I was just wondering if anyone could give me tips or could tell me the things I will need to get the sump going, and the tank running

 

[generaltoaster]

I told him to get the tank drilled at AD but that's about all I can help him with; I've never done it.

 

[toky916]

Sump is tricky if you what a good one cost money but worth it if basic set up you can just use a petco tank. Read a few build threads and make use of everyone's ideas.

 

[Saltwaternooby]

Watch some of the Bulk reef supply videos on youtube, i am sure they have one covering a sump how to.

 

[Andyfast1]

Thanks guys. I'll definitely look into the videos or see if petco has anything I could use. Again any and all help me appreciated, keep it coming!

 

[Wills612]

Nothing wrong with a hob overflow as long as it's a u-tube style. Not the prettiest but works, and your won't have to drill.

 

[cichlid9]

I would say join M.A.R.S. and go to their meetings. There's always a lot of experienced and very nice people willing to help others. I haven't been to a meeting in a while but before they would always start the meetings off with introductions of new attendees then ask if anyone had a new setups and would discuss ideas or problems anyone was having.

 

[Borchers]

I would say join M.A.R.S. and go to their meetings. There's always a lot of experienced and very nice people willing to help others. I haven't been to a meeting in a while but before they would always start the meetings off with introductions of new attendees then ask if anyone had a new setups and would discuss ideas or problems anyone was having.

+1 on this idea as well. You can always look at Aquarium Depot. The have some nice premade sumps that would be prefect. I would also look into a kit from Glass-Holes overflow. I have one on my nano and it's perfect.

 

[Andyfast1]

Nothing wrong with a hob overflow as long as it's a u-tube style. Not the prettiest but works, and your won't have to drill.

What would be better in the long run you think, buying an overflow box or just using pvc instead?

 

[Borchers]

I would go with drilling the tank. Long run it's your best option.

 

[Andyfast1]

Thanks for all the info guys, its really helpful!

 

[generaltoaster]

I also recommend using reefcentral as a advice hub. You should start a build thread or use this as a build thread so you can get advice every step of the way.

 

[Borchers]

Build thread with Photos!

 

[leadsinker]

40 gallon breeder $40.00 when on sale at petco

glass hole over flow box kit complete $79.00

http://www.glass-holes.com/700-gph-Overflow-Box-Complete-Kit-gh700kit.htm

 

[Borchers]

I have a few 10 gallon tanks. You could have one for free. Pick up in Esparto. 30 minutes from a Sac.

 

[tcoral]

If it isn't reef ready with an overflow built in make sure that it isn't tempered glass before you drill!