oceanic BF 90gal

[hotwire284]

anyone here have the oceanic bow front 90gal RR tank setup? i think that is what i am going to go with but i am curious how much a tank, stand and canopy would be. do these setups come with lights or do i need to get them seperatly? thanks.

 

[shanev]

I have the 72 RR bowfront which is the same as the 90 only not as tall. I love it and think its a great choice. It will cost you more than a standard rectangle shaped one. The 90 will probally cost you $400 or more than the 72.
I paid
Stand 230.00
Cap 100.00
Tank 400.00
Keep in mind with the 90 you'll need more intense lighting, and the cap is only 8 or 9" tall and made of flimsy plastic. I dont think there would be enough height to add MH to it.

 

[hotwire284]

thanks shane. anyone else have this tank? as for the lighting what will i need? i plan on starting with a FOWLR but eventually some soft corals. would (2) 250W MH with (2) actinic flourescents
be ok to do this? i really dont want to have to buy another light when i decide to get some soft corals. as for the lights do i just buy a retro kit and attach it to the inside of the canopy? i was looking on hellolights webpage but couldnt get any real answers. thanks.

 

[shanev]

My 72 is an Oceanic.
The problem with the canopy and MH is the height. Most people recommend that MH be at least 8-10" above the water surface. If you use the canopy they would be like from 6" which may be a problem. You may have to build a custom canopy. Hellolights is a good source. I use VHO, and its a FO so I cant give you much info on fitting some in there.

 

[neenie]

It may say Oceanic but it is made by All Glass. They are both the same company but their quality and qraftmanship are different. If you are going to buy a 72 Bow Front I recomend bying the All Glass because it will be the same tank but a different price.

 

[shanev]

Nope its a different tank. Same company, but different specifications.
The overflow is way different and the look is different. The stands are different, and you can not buy a cap from ALL-Glass.
All Glass:

 

[shanev]

Notice the difference of the color of silicone used.
Oceanic:

 

[shanev]

All-Glass Overflow:

 

[shanev]

Oceanic Overlow: (Its actually black its just illustrated so you can see it.)

 

[hotwire284]

thanks guys for all the info. some other questions though. how big is the door opening in the stand. just curious so i can figure out what stuff i can fit for the sump/fuge.

 

[shanev]

17 1/2 x 30 1/2
It has a larger opening in the back, but would require youto drain the tank if you wanted to change it out.