New Build on my 240 Gallon Tank

[goldmullet]

Hey guys,

I just picked up a brand new 240 gallon acrylic tank. I am getting a stand build right now and the tank will be built into the wall so it looks like a piece of furniture.

I have mocked up some quick plans for the build. I am new to the hobby so let me know what you thin?

 

[goldmullet]

How much does a 240 gallon acrylic tank with a built in overflow usually cost? Brand new?

 

[Robert62779]

good luck

 

[goldmullet]

Does anyone have a 96x18x30 inch tank now?

 

[TheFishTeen]

18" is kinda thin for a reef tank, good luck aquascaping!

Plans? Sump design? Skimmer choice? Lighting?

 

[goldmullet]

It will be a fish only tank not reef for me.

So thats why i went with the taller narrow setup.

I dont have a sump design yet.

 

[TheFishTeen]

Sounds good!

Your best move would to purchase a wet/dry sump. They rock for FO set ups.

Oh, and don't forget a skimmer. Reef Octopus will get the job done on a budget.

What is your stocking plan?

 

[goldmullet]

OK COOL THANKS. I am looking at a wed/dry now.

For stocking it. I would like to fill it with lots of fish. Tangs, triggers, etc.

How many fish could I put in there? Alot right?

 

[TheFishTeen]

Oh, and the standard price for a 96" x 18" x 30" in acrylic is about $1,750 and the overflow is about $300 extra.

 

[TheFishTeen]

OK COOL THANKS. I am looking at a wed/dry now.

For stocking it. I would like to fill it with lots of fish. Tangs, triggers, etc.

How many fish could I put in there? Alot right?

Don't go too crazy. If you keep every thing level and filtration running at its best, you could go with three or four tangs and a few others like triggers or lion fish.

 

[goldmullet]

Ok cool. So my brand new tank for 400 with an overflow built in was a good deal.

I see you have an automatic water change system. How does that work?

 

[goldmullet]

I got my stand built and my tank is done. So I will show you guys some photos. I got a 100 gallon sump all ready to go too.

 

[TheFishTeen]

Great! Lets see it!

 

[goldmullet]

Here are some updated pictures of my tank. Let me know your thoughts?

Basically now the stand, tank, and cabinetry is done. Almost there.

 

[TheFishTeen]

It's been some time but it looks great! The artificial reef looks much nicer than most. Good luck!

 

[goldmullet]

Ya thanks I will post more pics later. The reef looks amazing.

 

[TheFishTeen]

What equipment did you decide to go with?

Sump, skimmer, lights etc.

 

[CMM23]

Very nice

 

[CMM23]

That rock work is very good just like the real thing

 

[goldmullet]

Thanks guys. Here are some closeups of the custom coral.