Hey guys, just looking for some thoughts and advice on a thread that I posted on DIY and reef discussion. Here goes:
Hey everyone. I've had reef tanks since 03, but for the last 2 years I haven't had any tank at all. I havemy old20h thatI want to set up again. I am looking at glass-holes super nano overflow kit, which I will pipe through the wall into a furnace room with some type of rubbermaid tub for a sump. I am in need of a skinner, and I really like the 6" Reef Octo, but also love the Vertex IN series. Both are around $200. I'd like to find something cheaper and used, but if i have to buy new, why not go big???
I plan on feeding the skimmer section of the sump directly from the overflow. I know i want a fuge section and also a algae turf scrubber. I don't know if i should have the fuge or the scrubber next in line after the skimmer.
Return pump recommendations????? Mag3?? Idk really.......I'd likea system total of around 35gal, so whatever pumps would work well in that respect. Also,the sump will be elevated about a foot off the floor, so the return line will only have about 4 feet to climb at the very most.
As far as lighting,I have4 2't5swith waterproofendcaps/retrofit kit; ATI Blue Plus, Purple Plus, Aquablue Special, and a UVL Actinic White. I have an Icecap 660 ballast, and plan on 2 blue led strips. Suggestionson thattoo??? The hood will be built just largeenough to fit around the top rim of the tank, and it will be10-12" tall. Hopefully I can hang it from the ceiling, but ill figure that out after its done.
..........well I think that's it. Any suggestions/recommendations will be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance everyone
