Attempting a Sump - I have no idea what I'm doing

[aquariumrookie]

So I want to try a sump to increase my bioload. What I have is a 20gallon long that I would like to turn into a sump/fuge. I have included a picture of what I want to do to it. The bad thing is that the sump will have to be placed next to my tank/stand because my stand isn't big enough to house it. So, I have also included how I want to pipe it or hose it (which would work better?). I am planning on buying a hang on overflow box for it, but don't know how to match a return pump with the overflow box, as I hear this can be tricky. I've done some research on sumps, but they are usually placed under the stand so I don't know how to work this one. Any advice on where I should go from here, or alterations to my plans would be very well appreciated.

 

[1990jpyj]

i am in a similar situation. i am clueless on how to make all that stuff work so anybodys help would be great.

 

[rotarymagic]

Originally Posted by 1990jpyj
http:///forum/post/2807659
i am in a similar situation. i am clueless on how to make all that stuff work so anybodys help would be great.
Run a turf scrubber in the fuge area... be a winner!

 

[wattsupdoc]

There is enough info right here in the archives to make anybody an expert. Just do some research on the subject. It's not that difficult to do, but there is a little bit to it. Someone will be glad to help you along your way, but do some research here first!