Hey everyone, what started almost 7 years ago as an aquapod 12g reef has since evolved into my current 110 reef setup with sump. We are now putting a bid on a house that has the absolutely perfect place for me to install our dream tank with plumbing down to the basement to run everything. I'm looking for a guide for a reef tank of this caliber. Is there anything out there that is a good rundown on what's recommended to be included in a setup like this? Ideally I'd like something that can go longer than needing weekly water changes and still be healty. If that means dosing then so be it. I have a Reefkeeper lite that I am considering upgrading to the elite or possibly switching to another system. I am considering 200-250 gallons and starting my research early because I know it's going to take a while.
Here are the topics I think I need the most asistance with:
Sump (how big and what to use? (rubbermaid container vs aquarium)
What to put in the sump? (Miracle mud/sand and rock/lots of cheato or all of the above)
Protein skimmer suggestions
Easy way to get water changes done from the basement
Light recommendation for over the sump cheato area
How many tanks in the basement, 1 sump for rock/mud/cheato and 1 for the skimmer and sponges/socks?
Thanks for any help guys!
Here are the topics I think I need the most asistance with:
Sump (how big and what to use? (rubbermaid container vs aquarium)
What to put in the sump? (Miracle mud/sand and rock/lots of cheato or all of the above)
Protein skimmer suggestions
Easy way to get water changes done from the basement
Light recommendation for over the sump cheato area
How many tanks in the basement, 1 sump for rock/mud/cheato and 1 for the skimmer and sponges/socks?
Thanks for any help guys!
