New to RC- looking to go bigger!! Help

shavoris · 09/18/2013, 08:36 AM

Okay here it goes I been in the hobby since 2008! I started with a fowlr tank. I started with corals about 2 years ago (2-29 bio cube hqi's)

. I'm looking to start a new tank approx 85-120 gal. I'd like LEDs, prefer rimless, refugium with filter socks, I pretty much have the bulk of my livestock ill be transferring to the new system once it cycles! Yellow tang, blue tang, 5 chrom, 2 clowns, fire shrimp, and numerous Lps and sps. Can some share some pointers on optimum deminsons? Should I go 24" tall or 20"? The sump/refugium will have to go underneath the tank. I have ample space for the tank as my living area is 25x30. Thanks all in advance!

thegrun · 09/18/2013, 08:56 AM

For a reef tank I love the standard 120 dimensions (24" x 48" x 24" tall). For a reef tank the extra depth and height helps. The blue tang really needs a bigger tank than a 120.

alf1096 · 09/18/2013, 09:01 AM

I like tall and deep tanks. Get what fits in your space.

Dmorty217 · 09/18/2013, 09:12 AM

With your tang anything less than 6ft is a disservice to the husbandry of the fish

shavoris · 09/18/2013, 10:52 AM

Ok so tangs need plenty of room to roam! Gotcha! Some want wants to seek me a 110 tall tank with skimmer, refugium, uv sterilizer, t5 lights and live rock and sand. $600

What do you guys think? Should I pull the trigger?

See pic attached! All of your input are greatly appreciated and needed

thegrun · 09/18/2013, 11:24 AM

For coral I would hold out for a 24" deep (front to back) tank.

Hokies83 · 09/18/2013, 11:28 AM

Tangs are Active swimmers they need tank " Lengh " how high and wide is not as important just as long as they can turn around.

You can keep one in a small thank tho you just have to trade it in when it out grows the tank.

shavoris · 09/18/2013, 11:40 AM

Ok hokies I see! Thegrun I actually love the look of the deeper tanks more so than the shallow ones. I think I'll continue my search! Most online stores have good deals on tanks but the shipping charges are out of this world

shavoris · 09/18/2013, 03:17 PM

Are any of you guys and gals using LED lighting. I'm currently using T5's on my current system. Any pros and cons to LEDs... any brand recommendations?

09/18/2013, 08:36 AM	#1
shavoris Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 10	New to RC- looking to go bigger!! Help Okay here it goes I been in the hobby since 2008! I started with a fowlr tank. I started with corals about 2 years ago (2-29 bio cube hqi's). I'm looking to start a new tank approx 85-120 gal. I'd like LEDs, prefer rimless, refugium with filter socks, I pretty much have the bulk of my livestock ill be transferring to the new system once it cycles! Yellow tang, blue tang, 5 chrom, 2 clowns, fire shrimp, and numerous Lps and sps. Can some share some pointers on optimum deminsons? Should I go 24" tall or 20"? The sump/refugium will have to go underneath the tank. I have ample space for the tank as my living area is 25x30. Thanks all in advance!

09/18/2013, 09:01 AM	#3
alf1096 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 399	I like tall and deep tanks. Get what fits in your space. __________________ 125 gal DT with 30 Sump, ReefBreeders LEDs, Mixed Reef

09/18/2013, 09:12 AM	#4
Dmorty217 Saltwater Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vandalia OHIO Posts: 11,624	With your tang anything less than 6ft is a disservice to the husbandry of the fish __________________ Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs

09/18/2013, 08:56 AM	#2
thegrun Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 17,023	For a reef tank I love the standard 120 dimensions (24" x 48" x 24" tall). For a reef tank the extra depth and height helps. The blue tang really needs a bigger tank than a 120.

09/18/2013, 11:24 AM	#6
thegrun Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 17,023	For coral I would hold out for a 24" deep (front to back) tank.

09/18/2013, 11:28 AM	#7
Hokies83 Moved On Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Roanoke Va Posts: 347	Tangs are Active swimmers they need tank " Lengh " how high and wide is not as important just as long as they can turn around. You can keep one in a small thank tho you just have to trade it in when it out grows the tank.

09/18/2013, 11:40 AM	#8
shavoris Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 10	Ok hokies I see! Thegrun I actually love the look of the deeper tanks more so than the shallow ones. I think I'll continue my search! Most online stores have good deals on tanks but the shipping charges are out of this world

09/18/2013, 03:17 PM	#9
shavoris Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 10	Are any of you guys and gals using LED lighting. I'm currently using T5's on my current system. Any pros and cons to LEDs... any brand recommendations?