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Unread 03/28/2007, 12:59 PM   #1
chris31
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what should i do

i got a 95 g wave front tank i want to get 2 heaters to put in the sump so i dont have to see them in the tank what size heaters should i get.Also im undecided on what type of protien skimmer to get can any1 help me out. thanks



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Unread 03/28/2007, 01:04 PM   #2
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How big is your sump? where do you live or what is the average temp where you have your tank?


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Unread 03/28/2007, 01:16 PM   #3
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I'd probably use 2-3 200 W heaters for most situations. A temperature controller is a good safety device, in my opinion.

The Euro-Reef skimmers would be worth considering, in my opinion.


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Unread 03/28/2007, 01:19 PM   #4
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Mabey 2 250W


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Unread 03/28/2007, 01:23 PM   #5
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This website gives you a calculator that covers many things:

http://www.garf.org/bulletproofreef/bulletproof.asp


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Unread 03/28/2007, 01:44 PM   #6
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euro reef if you've got the bucks, it's worth every penny.


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