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Was the fellas name Ed? I had some answers to my questions and he told me his name was ED...About how long does it take to fill say a 50 Gal tank with your unit? 100GPD? Whaty did you pay for it? Not trying to thread jack-not get informed. Thanks Shane

I have asked myself the same question... I have found SO many different models. You know, on that one web site that starts with an E and ends in a Y...I have no idea which one to get either...But I do think they would be cheaper in the long run...Any info on the most bang for our bucks would be...

I think it is clear now....It's pretty much personal preference. If someone says canisters need to be cleaned all the time, and someone else says no they don't-it's just opinion. Thanks for the info... Shane

I think I have it now... A canister filter has to be cleaned every day... Refuge requires no cleaning?? It seems cleaning is a weekly chore in this hobby anyways right? I do not have any restraints with this tank...It is not even set up yet. I have over a 1000 square feet of basement to put...

I am planning on starting a Fish with live rock...While I am in the planning stage, I want to incorporate the ability to expand in the future. I have all of my filtration bought. Two Canister Filters and an Emperor 400. Since I purchased the aformentioned, I have had several folks say a sump...

As the title states, will it? Should one not use canister filters with Carbon and other media types such as bio balls? If it does not hurt anything, then why are people pushing the sump-fuge systems???... Thanks Shane

I am interested in few things...I live in Alton...Real close to ya...I am not quite ready to dive head first...( I do not have an aquarium yet ) But I do have all of my filtration needs met...Maybe I could give ya a call or I"ll leave you my cell number and I could chew your brain...E-Mail me at...

We are pretty screwed as far as local fish shops go. I live in Madison County. I have found some REALLY good deals at thePetco web site...They have nice sales and free shipping once in a while...I need a place to buy an aquarium...I guess the search continues.. Good Luck Shaner

I think I am more of the buy it kind of guy. That is a fully functional set-up. What auction site??

Can I buy a combo, or do I have to build it myself? I have not ran across anything that sounds like it would work...Can anyone explain? 75 Gal Fish and LR with ability to add in the future... Shane

So, I should used the Canisters to get the tank going, and As I add More and more LR , over the months to come, phase the canisters out and go to a Sump, or wet/dry? Could you explain what the difference is? And a Refugium is different than a sump how?? I thought the Canister filters were...

I know it is said you can not have too much filtration...But I do have a question as to what is needed. 75 Gal...possible 90 I have 2 Fluval 304 canister filters new, and one Emporer 400 wheel thing. I am going to buy a reverse osmosis filter for home...???? Not sure which one to buy...

75 or larger wanted in Illinois!

I have thoughrly enjoyed your pictoral documentary. Keep up the good work. Shaner

I think I am pretty much ready to go now. Two 200 w heaters is the way to go. Do I have to use Live Sand? I have read if it gets too deep, you have problems...I guess a thin layer will do...Have to get some pics up and running here as soon as I figure out how.. Thanks Shaner

For my set-up, how many power heads should I have. I have established I need 375watts of heat. So I will get 400. Do different fish need different temperatures? I heard 78 is a good startign point for live rock and fish... What else am I missing? Shaner

Thank you for the pointers...It will be a slow process, but a process that is worth the wait and worth the effort. I will check back and learn as much as I can from you all. Shaner

Bump...Maybe I spoke too soon and with too many words? lol

Hello everyone! After 2 years of planning and 3 'saltwater' for dummies books, We took ( I ) took the first step in the hobby of marine fish tanks. I have looked over many of the post you folks have had on this web site and know I found a great place to ask questions. There are some great...