Anyone have a 350 gal?
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crimzy
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Originally Posted by chopzini
http:///forum/post/2916846
I have a chance to get a 350 gal Acyrlic its 96X36x24, Anyone have a tank like this one. I was wondering pros cons. Any idea what they go for new?
Thanks
Nino
I have a 450 gallon that's 96" x 36" x 30". I don't know what they go for new as I bought mine used. The only real drawback is that they are very difficult to scrape algae well. As far as pros, you can keep almost any fish you want, water quality will be better in a larger system and your fish will show signs of comfort by displaying their colors more spectacularly than in a smaller tank.
http:///forum/post/2916846
I have a chance to get a 350 gal Acyrlic its 96X36x24, Anyone have a tank like this one. I was wondering pros cons. Any idea what they go for new?
Thanks
Nino
I have a 450 gallon that's 96" x 36" x 30". I don't know what they go for new as I bought mine used. The only real drawback is that they are very difficult to scrape algae well. As far as pros, you can keep almost any fish you want, water quality will be better in a larger system and your fish will show signs of comfort by displaying their colors more spectacularly than in a smaller tank.
chopzini
New Member
Originally Posted by crimzy
http:///forum/post/2916892
I have a 450 gallon that's 96" x 36" x 30". I don't know what they go for new as I bought mine used. The only real drawback is that they are very difficult to scrape algae well. As far as pros, you can keep almost any fish you want, water quality will be better in a larger system and your fish will show signs of comfort by displaying their colors more spectacularly than in a smaller tank.
Thanks for the info man Beautiful tank you have (saw your video) are you running a sump or what kind of filter are running if you dont ming me asking
Thanks
Nino
http:///forum/post/2916892
I have a 450 gallon that's 96" x 36" x 30". I don't know what they go for new as I bought mine used. The only real drawback is that they are very difficult to scrape algae well. As far as pros, you can keep almost any fish you want, water quality will be better in a larger system and your fish will show signs of comfort by displaying their colors more spectacularly than in a smaller tank.
Thanks for the info man Beautiful tank you have (saw your video) are you running a sump or what kind of filter are running if you dont ming me asking
Thanks
Nino
crimzy
Active Member
Originally Posted by chopzini
http:///forum/post/2916895
Thanks for the info man Beautiful tank you have (saw your video) are you running a sump or what kind of filter are running if you dont ming me asking
Thanks
Nino
Thanks. My tank is plumbed through the floor into the basement. I have a 100 gallon refugium and a 150 gallon sump. I also have an MSX 300 skimmer. I do 50 gallon water changes every 2 weeks.
What would you put in the 350? I say go for it... large setups are much better for the fish.
http:///forum/post/2916895
Thanks for the info man Beautiful tank you have (saw your video) are you running a sump or what kind of filter are running if you dont ming me asking
Thanks
Nino
Thanks. My tank is plumbed through the floor into the basement. I have a 100 gallon refugium and a 150 gallon sump. I also have an MSX 300 skimmer. I do 50 gallon water changes every 2 weeks.
What would you put in the 350? I say go for it... large setups are much better for the fish.
chopzini
New Member
Originally Posted by crimzy
http:///forum/post/2916908
Thanks. My tank is plumbed through the floor into the basement. I have a 100 gallon refugium and a 150 gallon sump. I also have an MSX 300 skimmer. I do 50 gallon water changes every 2 weeks.
What would you put in the 350? I say go for it... large setups are much better for the fish.
To be honest not sure at the moment I would love to do a ray tank, however I was out of the hobby for a few years and feel like I learning all over again lol. I heard some rays are harder then others to keep, I had one about 7 years ago yellow ray I think it was too hard once it got on ghost shimp. What do yours eat? Love the fact that the tank is 36 deep. I have a 150 cycling right now and my 75 thats been up for a while, My lion is going to be needing more space by spring lol. A friend is selling that 350 for $1500 and I have a 125 I was going to use for my sump or refugium In your opinion is it best to run a sump and a refugium?
Thanks so much man
Nino
http:///forum/post/2916908
Thanks. My tank is plumbed through the floor into the basement. I have a 100 gallon refugium and a 150 gallon sump. I also have an MSX 300 skimmer. I do 50 gallon water changes every 2 weeks.
What would you put in the 350? I say go for it... large setups are much better for the fish.
To be honest not sure at the moment I would love to do a ray tank, however I was out of the hobby for a few years and feel like I learning all over again lol. I heard some rays are harder then others to keep, I had one about 7 years ago yellow ray I think it was too hard once it got on ghost shimp. What do yours eat? Love the fact that the tank is 36 deep. I have a 150 cycling right now and my 75 thats been up for a while, My lion is going to be needing more space by spring lol. A friend is selling that 350 for $1500 and I have a 125 I was going to use for my sump or refugium In your opinion is it best to run a sump and a refugium?
Thanks so much man
Nino
crimzy
Active Member
Originally Posted by chopzini
http:///forum/post/2917311
To be honest not sure at the moment I would love to do a ray tank, however I was out of the hobby for a few years and feel like I learning all over again lol. I heard some rays are harder then others to keep, I had one about 7 years ago yellow ray I think it was too hard once it got on ghost shimp. What do yours eat? Love the fact that the tank is 36 deep. I have a 150 cycling right now and my 75 thats been up for a while, My lion is going to be needing more space by spring lol. A friend is selling that 350 for $1500 and I have a 125 I was going to use for my sump or refugium In your opinion is it best to run a sump and a refugium?
Thanks so much man
Nino
Sounds great... if there were a poll I'd vote for a stingray tank. You may be surprised that some of the fish that are tough to keep in smaller tanks become MUCH easier in larger systems.
The refugium is more important because it actually has some filtration value to it. The only purpose of the sump is to add more water to the system and give you a place to keep equipment. If your 125 is drilled, it would be pretty easy to use that as a refugium and use a rubbermaid tub for the sump. That's what I have. The rubbermaids come in sizes of 100, 150 and 300 gallons and they are built with a drain in them so they are pretty simple to plumb.
I'd say that $1,500 is a very good price if the tank comes with a stand and canopy. If not then you are going to be spending a bunch of extra money for those things. My setup came with tank, stand, canopy and MH lights for $2,200.00. Good luck and if you decide to do this, I'd be happy to offer any advice.
http:///forum/post/2917311
To be honest not sure at the moment I would love to do a ray tank, however I was out of the hobby for a few years and feel like I learning all over again lol. I heard some rays are harder then others to keep, I had one about 7 years ago yellow ray I think it was too hard once it got on ghost shimp. What do yours eat? Love the fact that the tank is 36 deep. I have a 150 cycling right now and my 75 thats been up for a while, My lion is going to be needing more space by spring lol. A friend is selling that 350 for $1500 and I have a 125 I was going to use for my sump or refugium In your opinion is it best to run a sump and a refugium?
Thanks so much man
Nino
Sounds great... if there were a poll I'd vote for a stingray tank. You may be surprised that some of the fish that are tough to keep in smaller tanks become MUCH easier in larger systems.
The refugium is more important because it actually has some filtration value to it. The only purpose of the sump is to add more water to the system and give you a place to keep equipment. If your 125 is drilled, it would be pretty easy to use that as a refugium and use a rubbermaid tub for the sump. That's what I have. The rubbermaids come in sizes of 100, 150 and 300 gallons and they are built with a drain in them so they are pretty simple to plumb.
I'd say that $1,500 is a very good price if the tank comes with a stand and canopy. If not then you are going to be spending a bunch of extra money for those things. My setup came with tank, stand, canopy and MH lights for $2,200.00. Good luck and if you decide to do this, I'd be happy to offer any advice.
woody189
Member
Originally Posted by crimzy
http:///forum/post/2917322
Good luck and if you decide to do this, I'd be happy to offer any advice.
Aww, what a sweetie pie.
Do you really think you should jump right into a ray tank after a long hiatus?
I'm not trying to discourage you, and I know you're not gonna throw in the ray on day 2, but maybe you want to get back in the groove w/ something simpler/less expensive. Then work on the new tank.
http:///forum/post/2917322
Good luck and if you decide to do this, I'd be happy to offer any advice.
Aww, what a sweetie pie.
Do you really think you should jump right into a ray tank after a long hiatus?
I'm not trying to discourage you, and I know you're not gonna throw in the ray on day 2, but maybe you want to get back in the groove w/ something simpler/less expensive. Then work on the new tank.
chopzini
New Member
Originally Posted by woody189
http:///forum/post/2917394
Aww, what a sweetie pie.
Do you really think you should jump right into a ray tank after a long hiatus?
I'm not trying to discourage you, and I know you're not gonna throw in the ray on day 2, but maybe you want to get back in the groove w/ something simpler/less expensive. Then work on the new tank.
Guess I should clairify time line If I get the tank say by the end of the month. I am still going to be collecting the rest of what I need and with a long cycle 8 months to a year before ready to add any rays. I am in no hurry just a chance to get a nice size tank for my goal in the future. A ray tank was just one option
http:///forum/post/2917394
Aww, what a sweetie pie.
Do you really think you should jump right into a ray tank after a long hiatus?
I'm not trying to discourage you, and I know you're not gonna throw in the ray on day 2, but maybe you want to get back in the groove w/ something simpler/less expensive. Then work on the new tank.
Guess I should clairify time line If I get the tank say by the end of the month. I am still going to be collecting the rest of what I need and with a long cycle 8 months to a year before ready to add any rays. I am in no hurry just a chance to get a nice size tank for my goal in the future. A ray tank was just one option
woody189
Member
Originally Posted by chopzini
http:///forum/post/2917453
Guess I should clairify time line If I get the tank say by the end of the month. I am still going to be collecting the rest of what I need and with a long cycle 8 months to a year before ready to add any rays. I am in no hurry just a chance to get a nice size tank for my goal in the future. A ray tank was just one option
Go for it then.
http:///forum/post/2917453
Guess I should clairify time line If I get the tank say by the end of the month. I am still going to be collecting the rest of what I need and with a long cycle 8 months to a year before ready to add any rays. I am in no hurry just a chance to get a nice size tank for my goal in the future. A ray tank was just one option
Go for it then.