Need opinions on setup.

Brenden · 11/03/2006, 03:09 PM

I have posted the following question on two forums. The replies I got from one of the forums say using the LR for a predator free biofilter is great. Replies on the other forum say not to use it. It will just become a nutrient holder and collect debris. I plan on using a filter sock or poly filter on water entering this area. Here is the question:

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I am downgrading to a 144gal from my 500gal. I currently have between 1000-1100 lbs of LR. I was going to put around 200-250lbs in my new display and put the rest in a 300 gal fuge (if it will fit). Is this a waste? Would approx 200-250 lbs in the sump be more than enough? Is all the extra LR a waste? I plan on having a small fish load in the tank and focus mainly on coral. Just wanted some opinions on at what point does it become overkill.

zoozilla · 11/03/2006, 03:43 PM

As long as you are getting good water flow through the rocks, It shouldn't be a waste. 200-250 will be enough as long as it will fit. More rocks = More Bio-Filtration

Brenden · 11/03/2006, 05:36 PM

Thats what I was thinking also.

11/03/2006, 03:43 PM	#2
zoozilla Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Lake Ridge, VA Posts: 95	As long as you are getting good water flow through the rocks, It shouldn't be a waste. 200-250 will be enough as long as it will fit. More rocks = More Bio-Filtration __________________ "Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit" Current Tank Info: ~180 Display + 40 NAGA Built Sump + 30 Fuge + 30 BTA & Misc Tank

11/03/2006, 05:36 PM	#3
Brenden Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Piedmont, NC Posts: 224	Thats what I was thinking also.