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roylgranpa
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what do i need to start my first saltwater tank. I've had fresh water tanks but not saltwater. And what is a fuge, sump, and a LFS. I really need answers. THANKs
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big slick
Member
A lot of questions with some long answers that would need to follow. My first response if you are going to get into salt, and I am saying this having been in salt only 2 months now, but have learned a lot, both good and bad, I can say this much: Get the biggest tank your wallet can afford for two reasons. 1. You have more room for error. the more gallon you have working for you, the better your chances of survival when you screw up. 2. when you get going, and into it, if you have a small tank, you'll end up wanting a bigger one, and you'll already have spent a mint on all the equipment based on your small tank and will have to re-buy it all over again. Also realize, like I have, that there are many "hidden" costs in saltwater that you never come across in fresh. I've found that if I can get out of my LFS (Local Fish store) without spending more than $50 a trip, than I was lucky. We'll talk more later, but I'm sure others who read this will add their own, or answer more of your questions.
agent 14
Member
He is right i bought a 20 gallon to start out with bout 2 yrs ago and i now want a 29 gallon..this hobby has lots of dif hidden cost like big slick said..but there is the good side to to owning a SWFT(salt water fish tank)like having the pride and join of creating a wonderful and amazing tank out of a tank that was nothin
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petem
Member
Yup :yes: I agree. But the most important thing you should do is R E A D! as much as you can on this hobby. Fill your mind with information.....and when you think, you know it all....You dont. Read some more. Ask questions as well....This website is responsible for my success. It is phenomenal. The people here are down to earth, and they'll help you with their knowledge (no, i'm not a paid actor for this website).
There is no stupid question....You can also do search queries on common topics and you'll get tons of responses.
The other big word of the day is Patience! It's very easy to go out and buy 100 things that'll cost you $1000's of dollars. Slow down, and think about what you need.
And welcome to this hobby. it's very rewarding when everything you have worked hard for, goes well.
There is no stupid question....You can also do search queries on common topics and you'll get tons of responses.
The other big word of the day is Patience! It's very easy to go out and buy 100 things that'll cost you $1000's of dollars. Slow down, and think about what you need.
And welcome to this hobby. it's very rewarding when everything you have worked hard for, goes well.