JBJ 28 Gallon Nano Cube HQI Aquarium?

[safetoswim]

i'm kinda new at the salt water thing and i've been told that the 28 gallon nano cube HQI is a good way to start off.

Can anyone give me tips on how to really start? i've did research and everything just wanting to know if buying this tank is a good start thanks

 

[nycbob]

it comes with everything equipment wise except a heater and skimmer (optional). its a good starter tank, but u should do more reading b4 setting it up. that way, u increase ur chance of success the 1st time out. the only problem the hqi may hv is the heat generated by the mh light.

 

[safetoswim]

ok thanks. Also i've heard if you have both live rocks and live sand that the whole cycle for the bacteria is pretty simple. Is this true?

 

[nycbob]

the key is get enought lr to begin with. i'd say get about 40-50 lbs, and let it cycle. its important to test b4 adding any livestocks of course. u can learn a lot more if u go to the nano tank forum. there r many posts that will help u learn about staring a nanotank.

 

[safetoswim]

ok thanks for the help : )

 

[fretfreak13]

It's normally said to be 1.5 lbs per gallon for LR, and I always do the same number of lbs of live sand to the gallon. Usually turns into a decent sized sandbed. The ammount you need all depends on the tank you decide to go with.