Need Help Please??

[TheBigFish407]

I just bought a 180 gallon tank with two cpr 1600 gph overflows with air pumps. Have no stand, hood or lights... This is my first salt water tank and i really dont know what i need to get started on a basic fish tank for now. I really need a list of all that would be needed to start the tank and get fish in it, so i can start buying the stuff needed. Im just trying to have a simple not to expencive tank for now till i am able to afford more..... Just looking for some help if their is anybody out there.... Also if you have any of the things i will be needing for sale please let me know... thanks alot...

 

[Al Bendiksen]

Dont worry dude, it's all going to be ok.


Here is a link that hopefully will help.

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=912378


Also, i have a feeling that a STAND might be a good idea


What i do recommend you do, since this is your first salt water tank, is to acquire patience (if you dont have that already). I am too just starting i'm having a little bit of trouble with it lol.

Enjoy and good luck!

 

[Playa-1]

To Reef Central

Here is a list of the first things you will need.

List of stuff

Shopping list 2

Shopping list 3


Seriously I highly recommend that you slow down and take the time to do some reading before you do anything else. Get yourself a copy of "The Conscientious Marine Aquarist" by Robert Fenner and read it. It's going to answer most of your questions and discuss different ways of doing things. In the hobby there are many different ways to accomplish your objectives. It's good to have an objective opinion from a professional on the different approaches and ideas. Once you have a good basic understanding of what it is you want to do, Then I suggest that you hit the sticky threads on ReefCentral.
This reading material has the lists that you are seeking. You will be wise to have a thorough understanding of the equipment that your going to purchase and it's purpose before you start a shopping list.