Ready for a sump

JFristoe · 12/12/2008, 01:38 PM

First, if there is already a thread please link it, as I could not find a thread on recommended sump/overflows. I've never dealt with a sump and am ready for my first. I have a 75 gallon tank that is not drilled, and had been toying with an overflow (was afraid of losing siphon) but think it will be worth my while to upgrade. Are there any "kits" that would include all that is needed? I had considered converting a small tank for this, but i'm not a DIY person. I had seen some sumps that appeared to be lexan or the like, and would rather go that route than glass. My main problem is not knowing what all parts i'll need to buy and that is why I was looking for a kit of sorts.

melvinudawl · 12/12/2008, 02:07 PM

a lot of options for sumps. Take a look at some of the RC sponsors on the main forums page. Marinedepot.com, 2Drs, etc.

For overflows there are three that I see on here a lot. CPR and Eshopps both have pretty good followings. Lifereef is generally considered the best overflow, but expensive. Search on here for any of them and you'll find a lot of feedback.

Jason Donohoe · 12/13/2008, 02:14 AM

I found this link very helpful when designing/building the sump for my 72G tank.

http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/20...wbie/index.php

You may find a predesigned sump very difficult to get under your tank depending on the stand. Most are meant to be dropped in from the top before the tank is placed on and will not fit in through the front doors if there is a middle support.

You may surprise yourself with you DIY ability. I had a lot of fun designing and building my sump (that is really geeky, isn't it?).

Good luck.

BodiBuilt · 12/13/2008, 02:32 AM

Another excellent source of info for sump ideas
http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html

12/12/2008, 01:38 PM	#1
JFristoe Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 62	Ready for a sump First, if there is already a thread please link it, as I could not find a thread on recommended sump/overflows. I've never dealt with a sump and am ready for my first. I have a 75 gallon tank that is not drilled, and had been toying with an overflow (was afraid of losing siphon) but think it will be worth my while to upgrade. Are there any "kits" that would include all that is needed? I had considered converting a small tank for this, but i'm not a DIY person. I had seen some sumps that appeared to be lexan or the like, and would rather go that route than glass. My main problem is not knowing what all parts i'll need to buy and that is why I was looking for a kit of sorts.

12/13/2008, 02:14 AM	#3
Jason Donohoe Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada Posts: 638	I found this link very helpful when designing/building the sump for my 72G tank. http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/20...wbie/index.php You may find a predesigned sump very difficult to get under your tank depending on the stand. Most are meant to be dropped in from the top before the tank is placed on and will not fit in through the front doors if there is a middle support. You may surprise yourself with you DIY ability. I had a lot of fun designing and building my sump (that is really geeky, isn't it?). Good luck. __________________ Jason Current Tank Info: 72 gallon bowfront softie tank

12/13/2008, 02:32 AM	#4
BodiBuilt Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,326	Another excellent source of info for sump ideas http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html __________________ Tell Them Dave Was Here Current Tank Info: 280g In Progress

12/12/2008, 02:07 PM	#2
melvinudawl Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT Posts: 180	a lot of options for sumps. Take a look at some of the RC sponsors on the main forums page. Marinedepot.com, 2Drs, etc. For overflows there are three that I see on here a lot. CPR and Eshopps both have pretty good followings. Lifereef is generally considered the best overflow, but expensive. Search on here for any of them and you'll find a lot of feedback.