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11/29/2010, 12:04 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Milpitas, CA
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55 Gallon or 40 Breeder?
I have the option of getting either for free so which one would you choose? Going to be a mixed reef tank.
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11/29/2010, 12:07 PM
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Sciencing Daily
Join Date: Mar 2009
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40 breeder. The 55's are so narrow front to back that it makes it really hard to get a good rock structure that also gives you room for corals to grow out.
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11/29/2010, 02:28 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: South LA - 90047
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40 Gal breeder. better light penetration and aquascaping room.
Search on here, there are some amazing set-ups and build threads for both, so you'll figure out your preference after viewing them.
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11/29/2010, 04:08 PM
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Location: North East, Maryland
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Ive had a 55 for the past 6 years and I HATE, let me emphasize, HATE that tank. The dimensions are horrible and aquascaping is nearly impossible. I just set up a 40b for a dwarf lionfish and the dimensions are amazing. My buddy who runs a 90 even commented on how awesome the tank looks. Go for the 40b IMO
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11/29/2010, 04:23 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Indianapolis
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Definately 40b. I also have a 55. they are good for freshwater and bad for saltwater
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11/29/2010, 04:27 PM
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Moved On
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: South Jersey
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40 breeder for sure. the 55 gallon just substitutes the width for height and thats just cramped. i wanted a 55 but went 75 for the front to back space
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11/29/2010, 04:42 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
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Definitely go with the 40 breeder. The dimensions are much more appealing to me and I don't think you can drill a 55 gallon standard tank either.
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11/29/2010, 04:49 PM
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Location: Brussels, WI
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+ 10 for the 40 gallon breeder
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11/29/2010, 05:06 PM
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
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I'm going to be the lone sailor and stand up for the 55. I liked having the corals closer for viewing. You'll also have more water volume. I've since gotten a 90 instead of a 120, and the only thing I wish I had is more length. I'm plenty happy with the width. It is all up the person, after all they're the ones looking at the tank every day.
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