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[QUOTE=Just Me I had considered a dsb. I was told that it is possible for them to release large amounts of acid and kill off the whole tank. How likely is that to actually happen? Thanks again...Me I have heard bad things too about a deep sand bed and filtration. I would look up some threads...

That's just what I read and heard..But even if it is ok to use and it won't kill the fish..Doesn't it defeat the purpose of being a filtration system? Live Sand has many good things in it as compared to play sand. Why would anyone use playsand then? Just curious

Do you have a Quarantine tank? That is what I am doing so that I always have a backup. Not to mention that they suggest putting the fish in there for at least 3 weeks. I am going to try to do everything like the book "the conscientious aquarist". It seems to be a favorite of everyone and highly...

Originally Posted by Newone :help: Will a RO/DI unit remove all or some of the chlorine in the water? I am not sure..but I know that it is the best you can do for your tank.

Originally Posted by llmoe I read a couple of places that they used bagged play sand. Does that work. Can you use that. Then I heard you can stick your heater in your sump. How does that heat all the water fast to keep your tank where you want it. Thanks I would do a search because I heard play...

Originally Posted by CELACANTHr oh ive only been at this for 2 1/2 months counting. i bet you have probably been researching longer. Yes, this has been an ongoing decision for me to make. I just didn't know if I was up to the challenge. How do you like it so far? What size tank do you have...

Yes, the tank is a reef ready drilled tank. sorry, what is a DSB?

Originally Posted by CELACANTHr well you could combine the sump and fuge but if you just get a 10 to put the heater and skimmer in and get like a 30 or 40 gallon storage container for a totaal of 20$ or you could get a big 40 gallon and seperate into sump and fuge sections for 90$. Is that...

:happyfish EVERYONE, feel free to jump in and tell me what works for you too. I love to hear as much as possible before deciding. Thanks I see you all looking but passing by..pretty please!! :help:

Originally Posted by CELACANTHr make sure just in case that you are plugging everything into a surge protector and also for a fuge you could just get a big storage container at like k-mart i believe I would not do this for the sump cause the heater may melt it and it doesnt have a flat side...

HI all I am finally doing it. Tomorrow I go for my 58 gallon glass tank, cabinet and stand. :cheer: I need help deciding on equiptment now. I know I can save alot by purchasing online instead of lfs. So I ask for your help in steering me in the right direction. I am looking to do a reef...

HI all I am finally doing it. Tomorrow I go for my 58 gallon glass tank, cabinet and stand. :cheer: I need help deciding on equiptment now. I know I can save alot by purchasing online instead of lfs. So I ask for your help in steering me in the right direction. I am looking to do a reef...

HI all I am finally doing it. Tomorrow I go for my 58 gallon glass tank, cabinet and stand. I need help deciding on equiptment now. I know I can save alot by purchasing online instead of lfs. So I ask for your help in steering me in the right direction. I am looking to do a reef tank but...

Originally Posted by Oceanist fenners book is awesome isnt it , i read the whole thing , im reading it again , i feel like i have taken marine biology from all the knowledge i got from that book , 40 bucks well spent Yes! What a great book. I actually got it at the library but I think I am...

Hey...it looks great. Just curious..what do you use as a filter and what is your maintenance schedule? Everyone says anything smaller than 50 gallons is a nightmare to maintain. too many changes etc...I was considering a 48 gallon or smaller..but not sure yet.

Originally Posted by ViPeR_930 If it doesn't fit you can just remove all the wiring, fans, and lights, reflector, etc. and just screw it to the canopy without the light house casing. Or just look for a retrofit kit. Also make sure you have enough space as to allow air circulation..otherwise it...

Originally Posted by sensesfail Alot of people on here told me a UV Steralyzer will do very little against ick. It might be waste of money if your only getting it for that. hope it helps. I agree..According to Fenners book, he suggests that a uv sterilizer should not be on at all times. And...

Originally Posted by fishieness as long as it is airated you should be fine So you mean that the water should be aerated the whole time it is in the bucket? It cannot sit still for any period of time?? Sorry to jump in..but I had the same question..thanks

Originally Posted by CELACANTHr no you could probably do a with like the orbits and have softees polyps and lps can I do any corals or anemones?

PRETTY PLEASE!!! I just want to buy the right things since I don't always trust what the LFS tells me to get. thanks anyone!!!