40 Breeder Anyone?

[wally]

I was just wondering if anyone is using a 40 breeder tank? I am trying to decide between that and a 55 for my new setup. I already have both tanks sitting empty right now. I have been planning on the 55 but the depth from front to back in a 40 breeder is quite nice compared to a skinny 55.
If you are using one what are the advanatges/dissadvantages (if any)

 

[up north hermit]

I have the 40 gal/breeder, and this has become my most favorite tank ever!! So three very BIG thumbs up on the 40, no comparison to the 55. Once you get a tank that has that extra width, you'll never go back to "skinny" tanks, IMHO.
Definately get the 40!
HTH
Hermit
P.S. I haven't found any disadvantages yet. To the benefit of the reef itself the extra width provides much better circulation, around the reef. More "reef floor" space is available too. My lighting system is awesome, with that extra width providing a place for dawn/dusk applications. It really looks more natural, and so do the fishes (if you have any) in it. I look at my reef from three ways now (lots easier to find those interesting critters) and in the past it has always been basically one way.
All in all, its just a healthier reef, IMHO.
Hermit
[ December 12, 2001: Message edited by: Up North Hermit ]

 

[wally]

Thanks for your input. Do you have any pictures you can email me? If so send them to wally@wallybillingham.com
Thanks

 

[up north hermit]

Ah, so sorry Wally.
All my time and money is IN the tank!
I am technologically challenged. Maybe someday I'll learn how to do all that neat stuff.
But if I can help in any other way, I'd be pleased to.
Hermit

 

[wamp]

what lights do you have over your 40?