Need some pointers - Page 2

sponger0 · 06/21/2012, 10:22 AM

Dump the bioballs.

No such thing as too much filtration for any SW tank.

Always do a power out test. Have the tank running, then pull the power. And you will then know if it will overflow without have a huge mess. Just do it outside

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 10:26 AM

I know how the sump setup works luckily the original owner showed me how take it apart. I f get rid of the Bio balls what should i use?

sponger0 · 06/21/2012, 10:28 AM

Water, skimmer, return pump.

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 10:31 AM

Im going to contact the guy i got the 150 gallon tank from and see if he still has the skimmer.. What size skimmer should i use on a 30 gallon

sponger0 · 06/21/2012, 10:33 AM

Being your total water volume I would assume be close to be 45 gallons....something that would be good for 60 or more. Its always good to get something that is overrated.

exodus · 06/21/2012, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by sponger0

This is a myth. Silicone doesnt absorb copper.

Wow, leave the hobby for a few years, and wonders never cease!

After searching around, looks like this is the case. Thanks for the updated information. Is there anything that would adversely affect the switch from freshwater to saltwater tank?

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 10:43 AM

I have seen sumps with sand in the bottom. What would be the benefits for my tank?

sponger0 · 06/21/2012, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by exodus

Wow, leave the hobby for a few years, and wonders never cease!

After searching around, looks like this is the case. Thanks for the updated information. Is there anything that would adversely affect the switch from freshwater to saltwater tank?

I dont know about the rumor of using a tank that held reptiles. Ive wanted to look this up and see what this has to od with reef tanks to cause them to fail.

I would say for the most part cleaning with bleach or water and vinegar you should be ok.

sponger0 · 06/21/2012, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noobtosalty

I have seen sumps with sand in the bottom. What would be the benefits for my tank?

This is the section that is called a refugium. It would do you a world of wonders to read more about them.

Google 'Melev's Reef'. Tons of information on sumps and how they function. Moajority of the sumps Ive seen are DIY made.

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 11:04 AM

I really appreciate all the help guys... I have been doing freshwater aquariums for a long time and never really messed with salt water cause i was intimated. Now i have a bunch of free time when i get out of work and i have been looking for a new hobby and this seems to be right up my alley.
So thanks for answering my noob questions with a little more time i hope i can help out with some questions on this forum as well

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 11:28 AM

So i got a hold of the previous owner and he has the skimmer still... he says it is rated for 100 gallons. Is that going to be to much for my 30 gallon plus my sump?

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 04:30 PM

bump

sponger0 · 06/21/2012, 04:32 PM

Not too much but I would be concerned if it will fit

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 04:50 PM

that's the problem i was thinking of.... i hope it will fit under the stand.... also wondering if my sump will fit... only time will tell

Noobtosalty · 06/21/2012, 04:51 PM

that's the problem i was thinking of.... i hope it will fit under the stand.... also wondering if my sump will fit... only time will tell ....i should have all my elements to put to get this thing started this weekend

Noobtosalty · 06/23/2012, 06:49 AM

Ok guys,
I am headed to my local pet store and picking up my stuff.... will be giving a update later on when i get back

rogermccray · 06/25/2012, 05:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noobtosalty

Ok guys,
I am headed to my local pet store and picking up my stuff.... will be giving a update later on when i get back

How did it go?

Noobtosalty · 06/25/2012, 05:37 AM

Its all set up and running.. Got my qt setup.... I am just waiting on the sand to come in so i can get the CC OUT... But other than that.... it kept me very busy this weekend

Noobtosalty · 06/25/2012, 05:49 AM

Zip ties for the light are temporary till i get the wright clamps for the plastic coated wire i have

06/21/2012, 10:22 AM	#26
sponger0 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 6,659	Dump the bioballs. No such thing as too much filtration for any SW tank. Always do a power out test. Have the tank running, then pull the power. And you will then know if it will overflow without have a huge mess. Just do it outside

06/21/2012, 10:26 AM	#27
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	I know how the sump setup works luckily the original owner showed me how take it apart. I f get rid of the Bio balls what should i use?

06/21/2012, 10:28 AM	#28
sponger0 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 6,659	Water, skimmer, return pump.

06/21/2012, 10:31 AM	#29
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	Im going to contact the guy i got the 150 gallon tank from and see if he still has the skimmer.. What size skimmer should i use on a 30 gallon

06/21/2012, 10:33 AM	#30
sponger0 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 6,659	Being your total water volume I would assume be close to be 45 gallons....something that would be good for 60 or more. Its always good to get something that is overrated.

06/21/2012, 10:43 AM	#32
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	I have seen sumps with sand in the bottom. What would be the benefits for my tank?

06/21/2012, 11:04 AM	#35
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	I really appreciate all the help guys... I have been doing freshwater aquariums for a long time and never really messed with salt water cause i was intimated. Now i have a bunch of free time when i get out of work and i have been looking for a new hobby and this seems to be right up my alley. So thanks for answering my noob questions with a little more time i hope i can help out with some questions on this forum as well

06/21/2012, 11:28 AM	#36
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	So i got a hold of the previous owner and he has the skimmer still... he says it is rated for 100 gallons. Is that going to be to much for my 30 gallon plus my sump?

06/21/2012, 04:30 PM	#37
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	bump

06/21/2012, 04:32 PM	#38
sponger0 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 6,659	Not too much but I would be concerned if it will fit

06/21/2012, 04:50 PM	#39
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	that's the problem i was thinking of.... i hope it will fit under the stand.... also wondering if my sump will fit... only time will tell

06/21/2012, 04:51 PM	#40
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	that's the problem i was thinking of.... i hope it will fit under the stand.... also wondering if my sump will fit... only time will tell ....i should have all my elements to put to get this thing started this weekend

06/23/2012, 06:49 AM	#41
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	Ok guys, I am headed to my local pet store and picking up my stuff.... will be giving a update later on when i get back

06/25/2012, 05:37 AM	#43
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	Its all set up and running.. Got my qt setup.... I am just waiting on the sand to come in so i can get the CC OUT... But other than that.... it kept me very busy this weekend

06/25/2012, 05:49 AM	#44
Noobtosalty Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Vermont Posts: 410	Zip ties for the light are temporary till i get the wright clamps for the plastic coated wire i have