Planning 225g setup

[MBVette]

Hey guys, hope you all can help me out figuring out some of the things I will need for my setup.

I am going to get a truvu 225g tank (72x24x30)
For lighting I will get a icecap T5 8x80w
Skimmer: MSX 250
To start 1 vortech MP40w (to save money off the bat I will supplement with 1-2 Koralia 4's)

Beyond that I am still trying to figure it out.

This is going to be an in wall setup w/ no back room. So what should I be doing for a sump, and return pump? I dont know that I need a refugium; but if you think otherwise I am open to listening.

All of my equipment is open for discussion, so go ahead and hit me with some advice.

Thanks

 

[MBVette]

anyone?

 

[waynem]

Its hard to say as your question cant be answered with out more information.

Mostly its what you want to keep in the tank that will = what you need.

To put it another way SPS need very good water/ light....fish , mushroom etc dont.

For a first tank take your time , leave room for upgrades.

 

[MBVette]

Im sure I will make some mistakes and will have to upgrade things later down the line. But where should I start with the sump? What size should I really be looking at, and where is a good place to get one?

 

[waynem]

Cant help u with a place to buy one I always have mine custom made.

Some of the online places sell nice ones. Most Local shops can make one for you at a realistic low cost.

Search some of the other build threads find one you like and copy it. Get the biggest size you can fit under your tank so you have room to change things around.