Wave Maker and filter question

[trish&dave]

We are trying to complete our new set up. 56 gallon tall; 20 gallon "eco" sump with mud and calarpia (sp.); overflow box that came with another tank; mag 9 through a single outflow; and a powerjet for extra flow. Set up for 2 weeks and cycled.
I am contemplating a Currentsea wave maker (----) and 2 maxi jet 1200's to add to the tank. Our plan: We have great flow from the single with the mag 9 in the back, top right. I wanted to add a new CPR 100 overflow box to better feed the mag 9 (the old one makes a nasty "toilet flushing sound" which makes me feel the mag 9 is too big for the overflow). We were thinking of putting the wave makers in the lower front on the left and right to provide good wave action for the live rock, and eventually coral.
Any thoughts or recommendations?

 

[rcoultas]

The sound in your overflow is pretty typical and does not indicate the pump being too big for it. If the return pump is sucking air and blowing them into your tank then you've got a problem with outflow. There is a modification you can do to the overflow that will solve the problem and there are posts here covering it but the name escaoes me at the moment. I'm sure Lion Craaz or Journeyman will have it for you soon.
As far as the wavemaker - again - I would say slow down. you certainly don't need one yet and whether you will or not depends on the type of inhabitants you plan on keeping. For now start with the basics and let the tank mature for 4 - 6 months before you even consider putting things in that require wavemakers and the likes.
Patience is the key here

 

[trish&dave]

Thanks again for your response! We definitely know we need to be patient, so many threads remind you of that! We are not planning on adding any fish or coral for at least that much time. We have some extra funds right now and I am just trying to get all the equipment we will need. Our plan is more of a reef tank, we are researching fish/coral/size tank options now. Any suggestions on a good place to find good mixes for a 56 gallon????

 

[rcoultas]

Wow - now that's a loaded question

there are soooooo many possibilities. All you can do is keep looking at pics etc and pick out the ones that you like best, then do compatibility check, and finally make sure that your tank size will accomodate them. If you overload your bio system you'll get a lot of frustration and headaches from this. You should not consider any of the larger fish including tangs, triggers, angels... dwarf angels are ok, clowns, wrasse, blenny, and so many more. GL with that part - you will undoubtedly find about twenty more fish that you want than you can actually have.

 

[rcoultas]

The "Stockman Standpipe" is what you want to quiet your overflow.

 

[trish&dave]

Originally Posted by rcoultas
Wow - now that's a loaded question

there are soooooo many possibilities. All you can do is keep looking at pics etc and pick out the ones that you like best, then do compatibility check, and finally make sure that your tank size will accomodate them. If you overload your bio system you'll get a lot of frustration and headaches from this. You should not consider any of the larger fish including tangs, triggers, angels... dwarf angels are ok, clowns, wrasse, blenny, and so many more. GL with that part - you will undoubtedly find about twenty more fish that you want than you can actually have.
Yep, I know! Unfortunately my wife and I both like the large fish (angels and butterflies). Any chance of two large (we would consider the tank requirements) and maybe two "nemo's" to satisfy our daughter?

 

[trish&dave]

Originally Posted by rcoultas
The "Stockman Standpipe" is what you want to quiet your overflow.

I think I read that link, is that the one with the drilled holes, sponge, and a cap with drilled hole and small tube? S$*# more plumbing!

 

[rcoultas]

ther are a couple of stanpipes - another is called the Durso standpipe.
As for the fish - of course you could put them in the tank when they are small but will have to get rid of them when they are young adult. If you try to keep them they will be overcrowded and you get problems. They live a long time and many become attached to them as pets and as such must be considered for their adult lives and not just trading in - that is up to you though. If you plan to keep them then, as I have read here a couple of times, "you can keep a dog in a closet but that doesn't make it right" - I think that quote is very fitting to this hobby at times.
Sorry I don't remember who I'm quoting - it may have been reefkprZ

 

[trish&dave]

Originally Posted by rcoultas
ther are a couple of stanpipes - another is called the Durso standpipe.
As for the fish - of course you could put them in the tank when they are small but will have to get rid of them when they are young adult. If you try to keep them they will be overcrowded and you get problems. They live a long time and many become attached to them as pets and as such must be considered for their adult lives and not just trading in - that is up to you though. If you plan to keep them then, as I have read here a couple of times, "you can keep a dog in a closet but that doesn't make it right" - I think that quote is very fitting to this hobby at times.
Sorry I don't remember who I'm quoting - it may have been reefkprZ
Well as most "addicts" will say, I am sure we will upgrade!

I will do a search for the standpipe. Thanks again for all the advice!!!! I have a little one who just got out of bed!