Recommendations for a second smaller tank

[hunterisgreat]

I'd like to get a smaller, probably rimless but not a requirement, with overflows, sump, and stand that will fit in a roughly 3' x 2' space. It can be smaller than that. Currently considering biocube 29, nanocube 28, Red Sea 170 Kit Reefer and the SC Aquariums center overflow rimless tanks available on amazon.com. Thoughts? Experiences?

 

[mokeyz]

I love my Reefer 450 and would definitely go with the 170.

 

[Cliving1]

Just picked up an innovative marine 40 gallon, size fits your requirement and you will save a lot of money over the red Sea. Does have a lid as well but is recessed so it "looks" rimless.

 

[kmbyrnes]

I think you are moving in the wrong direction size-wise.

 

[daelie]

The reefer 250 also would fit that footprint, I picked one up last black friday for an amazing price (they aren't MAP pricing) from a LFS and they really do look quite sleek, but the 170 would also do quite well.

 

[hunterisgreat]

I think you are moving in the wrong direction size-wise.

Lol well the long term plan is a custom tank in the next house in the 750-1500 gallon range but that's gotta wait for now


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[CafeReef]

I have an SCA 50 cube, 24x24 foot print and love it, you could get the SC 80 and still fit in your foot print.

If I were you, I would call Steve at SCA and see if he could put a package deal together for you. I was able to get a Radion XR15wPro, MP10wQD, ReefLink, RMS light mount, tank, stand, sump, return pump, skimmer and plumbing for $1400ish shipped.

 

[kmbyrnes]

Lol well the long term plan is a custom tank in the next house in the 750-1500 gallon range but that's gotta wait for now

I know how ya feel. I 'knew' exactly where my 350 was going 2 weeks after I got in the hobby, but had to wait until one came along at a reasonable price. I wish I were in the stage of my life where my next house would be be larger rather than smaller. 750 - 1000 would be fun.