Downsizing...Help Please!

[waterdog]

I am breaking down my 55g reef and transfering the majority of it (I won't be able to keep everything ) to a 30 breeder or 37 show.
My first question for all of you experienced guys is whether there is a noticable difference in value between Oceanic and All Glass Aquariums.
Another question is how long I should wait to transfer my animals over to the new tank if I am using the same live rock and sand that is in my establisjed reef (set up for about 18 months).
Also, the reason I am changing is because I want a smaller aquarium, and I hate the design of the 55g. Totally useless for me anyway. Nothing against all of you 55 fans. So, if any of you guys have a favorite tank that you like that is smaller and "more portable" than the two I listed above, please feel free to voice your opinions. Thanks a lot!!

 

[aarone]

i hanged my 55 to a 30 and it went ok.
Be careful when putting your animals in, i would QT them for ahwile before putting them in your new smaller tank. When you move the LS it might cause a "mini cycle" Mine did the same thing and all my fishies died. Im now in the process of recycling my tank
Hope this helps.

 

[a&m aggie 04']

i think there is a substantial difference between AGA and Oceanic. Although made by the same company Oceanic tanks generally use thicker glass and just seem to be build stronger.

 

[lopeyc]

Why you guys didn't you like the bigger tank? I'm thinking of going bigger, but should I just be happy with my 37g?

 

[tiffster]

Oceanic is definitly better. They make 30 and 37 gallon cubes. Is that what your thinking about? I want one really bad!!!!

 

[aarone]

Lopey, go bigger. WIth a bigger tank you have more room for error, especially if yo uare a newbie. Im still a newbie, but i need the space. I liked my 55 i just couldnt afford to fill it