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briant0625

briant0625

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I am looking into getting the fluval 404 for my tank any downfalls that i don't know of I curently have a fluval 304 and will be running that also on my new tank. The tank will be 110 gallons. Thanks for the input.
Brian
 
airforceb2

airforceb2

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Sumps are preferred because you can "grow" things in them...pods/algae/worms. A canister filter should be alright if you put LS wrapped in nylon and bits and pieces of LR on the trays in the filter.
 
briant0625

briant0625

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just getting into a wet dry filter kinda scares me I don't know what i am in for I have never delt with them or a sump for that matter but I want to make a nice reef tank.
 
dskidmore

dskidmore

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The sump also lets you put all your filtration, topoff, and heating equiptment under the stand, hidden from sight.
 
shiby1510

shiby1510

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Can you get pods and other critters in the ls that comes in bags at the lfs? is this really ls since its in a bag like that?
 
dskidmore

dskidmore

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Some pods, but really limited compared to the live sand you can get from the live rock collectors/aquaculturists. You're not going to get any larger critters out of the sealed bags, there just isn't enough oxygen to sustain them.
 
shiby1510

shiby1510

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I bought some chaeto from a guy on this message board in the classifieds.. it had a few pods... however I haven't seen many.. and I'm just wondering if I have enough to reproduce... do they reproduce asexually or sexually? any other info is welcomed aswell
 
dskidmore

dskidmore

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Some pods are actually imature forms of larger creatures and won't reproduce. Others seem to come out of nowhere, as thier immature forms are too small to see, and you may have alot more than just what you can see now.
 
jayc

jayc

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I didnt know canister filters were'nt good for reef aquariums. Glad I read this thread. What do I need to do then? :confused: Do I need to do like said before and take out the carbon and put ls and little pieces of lr in it. I'm like briant0625 I havent never used a sump or anything before. My canister filter is a magnum if that helps any.
 
airforceb2

airforceb2

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Well, I'm not saying they are bad for them...there is just a better way. I have a Cascade 1500 on my tank but only because it was my only option. You can ask mudplayerx about running carbon...he will say that unless your tank is cloudy, it is pointless to run carbon. In a saltwater tank, carbon will last about 14 days tops.
 
dskidmore

dskidmore

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Lots of live rock and a hang on back protien skimmer will do the trick if you don't have the space for a sump or wet/dry. A protien skimmer in a sump is a really good option though if you can do a bit of DIY to customize the sump to your needs.
 
chunkysoup

chunkysoup

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I currently run a fluval 404 on my reef. But I also have a sump/fuge set-up as well. I mainly use the canister filter for mechanical filtration and run a little bit of carbon as well. Some people will argue that they trap waste and will lead to a nitrate source. Just clean it every couple weeks or so and you will fine.
 
briant0625

briant0625

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what do you guys think of this for my new 110????
175 GALLON AQUARIUM WET DRY FILTER W/ PREFILTER & PUMP
Wet/Dry Filters are a must for any aquatic eco-system, they enhance biological filtration as well as mechanical filtration with the proper pump they will cut down maintenance time and do a much better job than traditional filters including canister filters. This new Pro Clear Aquatics unit includes a Pre-Filter/Overflow Box, Bio-Balls, a polishing block, return hose, siphon hose, return valve and all tubing. These filters work for freshwater or saltwater tanks. This set up comes with a CA 3000 pump to be used as a return pump. We have upgraded the pump on this set up at no additional cost to you! THIS IS A COMPLETE SET UP! This filter is rated for aquariums up to 175 gallons, and flow rates of up to 600 GPH. Dimensions: 24"L X 9.75"W X 18"H, Capacity: 175 gallons or 600 GPH. BIO AREA: 4.5 GAL. SUMP GAL: 13.5
 
dskidmore

dskidmore

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How handy are you? You could probably make a better sump for the same price or less.
A sump is basilcly the wet/dry without the bioballs, but with extra baffles for water flow/depth control.
 
chunkysoup

chunkysoup

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i just run the standard foam that comes with the unit and fill two of the chambers with a filter floss type material and carbon...
And skidmore is right, if you building your own sump, just add an extra baffle or two...
You could use one for mechanical media (floss etc.)
And the other for carbon
 
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