Did I get a good deal??? Pic!!!!

hopkins6

hopkins6

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I bought this 75 gallon tank today at my LFS for about $500 w/ tax. The glass tank was $190, the oak stand was $170 (18X48X30), and the oak canopy was $130. Also included was a 48" flourescent light fixture (which i'm not going to use, but may turn it into a light for my dawn/dusk effect). The LFS also gave us $20 for LR or fish becuase we are "consistant customers". Thanks

 
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italianwjt

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you could have went to pets-mart and got that same exact setup only 150g for the same price...
 
funkyman

funkyman

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I think the lack of responses is because no one wants to tell you the price was a little inflated. There is a large local marine store here that often has setups like the one you have for $275. It's a nice setup though, and as long as you'll be getting enjoyment out of it, that's all that matters. Some things in life aren't all about money.
 
oceana

oceana

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yes in my opinion you kind of got screwed. not to bad but still over priced.
the two problems i see is one its not even drilled. and two it's a generic tank.
i guess depending on where you are at that price might be great but since you already purchased it i guess its kinda late to be asking.
you say somthing about a canopy but i dont see one in the pic???? are you saying 130 bucks for a galss lid?? if so you should go punch them in the mouth!!
all is said and done now so I would not worry about it to much
gl setting up your new tank
 
shoimen

shoimen

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Ya those prices are a bit high. The tank for $190 is not bad. Mine was $180, but that is including the Megaflow overflow....I dont see one on yours. =(
IMO, the tank stands are just outrageous!! and they dont even look that great! I made my own for less than $100 and it looks great!!!
And I sure hope you did not pay $130 for a glass tank cover...mine was $50. A wood canopy may be worth it, but still kinda high pricing.
But, it is no matter, as long as you like the tank!!! It looks good!
 
hopkins6

hopkins6

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The glass top came withe the canopy, it was a package and i had to get it. I am having hang on equipment so i do not need to get the tank drilled.
 
hopkins6

hopkins6

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I will post pics of my tank in progress later on. Thanks, I just hoped the extra money I spent will be worth it.
 
rubberduck

rubberduck

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here in ky it is a fairly good deal. so i would say if u have a good tank with no leaks and well made. i would say u got a good deal
 
hopkins6

hopkins6

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Thanks. I just called petsmart and a 75 gallon tank from them would be $190 and a stand would be $140. They said they don't sell canopys. So if I did get ripped off it was only by about $40 or so. And also this LFS where I bought my tank is the only LFS store that sells SWF and supplies, the next place would be about a 30 minute drive. So i gotta keep them in business.
 
hopkins6

hopkins6

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Unless its just the state of NC or the petsmart we have hear, I don't know how the hell you would get a 150 gallon tank, canopy and stand for the same price.
 
tthemadd1

tthemadd1

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Find a wholesaler for you live rock. If not you are going to get screwed on the price. I use a good one out in Ohio, tonga is usually about 4.oo/pd. Fully cured for three months. I have to drive about an hour to get there but well worth the drive. Dont get screwed paying $10 a pound. Not to mention that hand picking live rock can be beneficial, I got a 10 pd live rock covered with zooanthid for $50.00 and another with a bubble tip anenome for around $45.00( around 10 pds as well)
 
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italianwjt

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yah, its their own brand "top fin". the reason i say this is i bought a similar one (stand identical) and when i set it up it didn't look good in my house so i took it back and found a deal in the paper which is the one i have now. But, just as long as your happy with it thats all that matters. gl.
 
monalisa

monalisa

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Just be happy with your purchase!!! I think it's a beautiful set up, and can't wait to see it further down the line when it's teaming with critters.

Have fun!!
Lisa :happyfish
 
hopkins6

hopkins6

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thanks for the advice, its really helped me feel better. My dad really likes that oak wall room (where the tank is) so i think he was happy when he saw the oak tank. I am happy with it and cant wait to get corals, and fish, i cant even wait till i put water in it.
 
hopkins6

hopkins6

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I'm ordering my filter and stuff tonight. i'm gonna wait a while and save up for a skimmer and my high powered coral lighting. thanks everyone. i'm only 14 so i don't have that much money, though my mom helps me pay for some
 
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