New to the hobby

[tank4nick]

Hi, I"m very new to the hobby and would like to findout if this tank is any good? I found someone selling a used one.

I am especially interested in the skimmer I can get for this. I believe they suggest an internal one.

http://yhst-32494300360055.stores.yahoo.net/maa00040r.html

The Aquasystem is an aquarium that contains a state of the art internal wet/dry filtration system. Being highly effective in the removal of toxins and contaminates makes the Aquasystem the natural choice for freshwater, saltwater and reef setups. The Aquasystem features a hidden chamber for your heater and protein skimmer (heater and skimmer sold seperately). Wet/dry chamber, drip tray, mechanical pre-filter and pump with return line are Included. No hoses or tubes hang off the back. Everything is internal! Simply add water, heater, lights and plug the system in!

thanks,
-Mark

 

[kau_cinta_ku]

[welcome]
IMO I wouldn't get it. all the filtration that it has you will find out is not a good thing to have in a SW setup, as they will create nitrates in the long run. if i were you I would just buy a normal tank of the size you want (perferably reef ready aka drilled tank with internal overflow box) and build a sump or a sump/fuge. your main filtration in a SW tank consists of LR (live rock) and a good quality skimmer. and you can get the tank and sump fuge for a cheaper price than that setup.

 

[Scuba_Steve]

I second that opinion. Wet dry filtration is bad for a reef tank. All you need is live rock, a decent amount of flow, and a good protein skimmer. Keep making the right choices though by asking here on rc before you buy anything. You will save alot of money in the process!

 

[tank4nick]

thanks all.