If You Are New to Reef Central, Introduce Yourself Here!

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by donyjoe

hey guys im donyjoe have a 10 gallon nano reef just started and doing this with a very low budget less then $100 i have invested all my stuff is used

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$100 is a good start, you can definitely do it on a budget but you have 0 room to mess up. make sure you read the stickies and learn all the :not to do's)

Good Luck

[Koa Mali]

Congratulate me, lads and lasses: This post is my first on the forum! I have only a few more weeks experience with my first tank than I have on this board.

I'd also like to introduce my tank: I'm starting with a RedSeaMax 250.

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by Koa Mali

Congratulate me, lads and lasses: This post is my first on the forum! I have only a few more weeks experience with my first tank than I have on this board.

I'd also like to introduce my tank: I'm starting with a RedSeaMax 250.

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Congrats. Looks like a great start. Be sure to start a new thread documenting your progress and experience.

[bobpiker]

Originally Posted by Sisterlimonpot

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Make sure you start testing for ammonia right away, you'll never know if your cycle has started or completed if you don't watch it rise and fall. As for being voracious with set up, I would advise to take things slow, remember that salt water is nothing like fresh water, you're now in charge of a mini ecosystem, not just a tank full of fish.

Be sure to read through here to get the basics.

Good Luck

Thank you so much for the advice. I'm reading now!

[tiburone9162003]

sup guys,im back again to this wonderfull forum lol..
i used to have a reef tank but i stop with that hoobie like a year ago cuz i had to move out where i was living,but now im back and ready to start all over again lol... hopefully u guys would help me with info n problems like u guys had before...

[mccorry]

Hello everyone. My name is Steve. I live in Columbus, Ohio where I pursue many hobbies including automobiles and home electronics. I and am just getting ready to set up my first salt water reef tank. A friend of mine, who has been in the hobby for many years decided to get out... and he gave me all of his equipment.

My tank is a 55 gallon unit with a 20 gallon sump. I've got a protein skimmer, two power heads, a main pump, a very nice florescent & metal halide lighting fixture. I just purchased a base last night, so hopefully, I'll start reassembing very soon.

Glad to have found this forum. Seems like there are many friendly, knowledgable, and helpful people on here. I hope to learn a lot and be able to contribute in the future.

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by tiburone9162003

sup guys,im back again to this wonderfull forum lol..
i used to have a reef tank but i stop with that hoobie like a year ago cuz i had to move out where i was living,but now im back and ready to start all over again lol... hopefully u guys would help me with info n problems like u guys had before...

Back To Reef Central

There are plenty of people that are willing to help. When you have questions just start a new thread and ask away. Good luck with your new set up

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by mccorry

Hello everyone. My name is Steve. I live in Columbus, Ohio where I pursue many hobbies including automobiles and home electronics. I and am just getting ready to set up my first salt water reef tank. A friend of mine, who has been in the hobby for many years decided to get out... and he gave me all of his equipment.

My tank is a 55 gallon unit with a 20 gallon sump. I've got a protein skimmer, two power heads, a main pump, a very nice florescent & metal halide lighting fixture. I just purchased a base last night, so hopefully, I'll start reassembing very soon.

Glad to have found this forum. Seems like there are many friendly, knowledgable, and helpful people on here. I hope to learn a lot and be able to contribute in the future.

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be sure to read the stickies to get as much info as you can

[Perculilar]

Hello everyone! My name is Lisa, I live in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, USA. I have had FOWLR tanks for over 20 years combined. My main tank is a 90 AGA DSB with red sea skimmer, internal overflow, power compacts, 20 gallon sump, etc. I also have a 30 gallon tank with external overflow-maintained by air lift pump, DSB of 10", which houses additional live rock, a huge collection of ampiphods- and the like.This tank has been used in the past to house my destructive 12 year old, not ready for reef, chocolate chip starfish, who recently died of old age! (Not sure how old he was when I got him, but he was a treat in a separate tank!) Currently in the process of adding a 50 gallon pentagon with LED lighting, digital aquatics controllers, new RO/DI with guages and monitors-because I want to start over with the latest technology and provide a better home for my mated true perculas who have been with me for, wait for it... ten years. The female I have had for 11 years, and was bought from a local store, wild caught. The male was an addition from ORA a year later, (after I removed all parasites from my tank!) Now, I'm not kidding here, I have had these guys this long! Not sure how long they're supposed to live? They do regularly produce offspring, but I have not yet, tried to save any due to other issues in life, which makes me feel terrible...but what would I do with all those little clownfish? I do not want any other fish than these little guys-but will start getting into corals/mushrooms, etc., after everything else is in check, and I've done my homework. I am also an avid nature/wild bird photographer, with over 500 pictures on a popular web photo sharing site, have two african red bellied parrots, a 2500 gallon koi pond, being newly rebuilt this year with 4 DIY 55 gallon filters, and love DIY projects when my back/neck injuries allow me the time. (I just wish my husband did!) Thanks for listening, be seeing ya around!

[akmartinez1]

I guess I'll introduce myself and say Hello.. so Hello...

I'm fairly new to the hobby but I do have a little under 10 years experience with a freshwater tank.

I did have a small 5gal tank with a live rock that contained an anemone and I also had a horseshoe crab in it and both lived over 2 years before I got married and had to move. But I don't count that as experience because I really didn't know what I was doing then and attribute luck to the long survival of the tank.

I just setup a 12gal JBJ NanoCube last week and so far so good in its early stages. I'll probably go into more detail and ask for tips in the Nano forum.

I hope to sponge as much info to help keep my tank going.

I still have my 55gal freshwater tank and equipment and might set it up for a salt tank if all goes well...

[Ourfish]

Hi, my boyfriend and I are planning on starting a 20 gal nano reef in the near future. Right now we're just researching researching researching!!

We've visited our local pet store and were really disappointed with their selection of coral. There were about 9 different small corals and all of them looked half dead. They were also like $30-$40 each.

Are there good online dealers for buying corals? How much should we expect to pay for good quality coral?

Thanks

[chadnc]

Hello all my name is Chad, I am new to the hobby and very excited about it. I do not have a tank up yet but I will very soon so be prepared to see me asking lots questions I have been reading tons of info from the internet and books about reef tanks so im not just diving into it head first without knowing what I am getting into.

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by Perculilar

Hello everyone! My name is Lisa, I live in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, USA. I have had FOWLR tanks for over 20 years combined. My main tank is a 90 AGA DSB with red sea skimmer, internal overflow, power compacts, 20 gallon sump, etc. I also have a 30 gallon tank with external overflow-maintained by air lift pump, DSB of 10", which houses additional live rock, a huge collection of ampiphods- and the like.This tank has been used in the past to house my destructive 12 year old, not ready for reef, chocolate chip starfish, who recently died of old age! (Not sure how old he was when I got him, but he was a treat in a separate tank!) Currently in the process of adding a 50 gallon pentagon with LED lighting, digital aquatics controllers, new RO/DI with guages and monitors-because I want to start over with the latest technology and provide a better home for my mated true perculas who have been with me for, wait for it... ten years. The female I have had for 11 years, and was bought from a local store, wild caught. The male was an addition from ORA a year later, (after I removed all parasites from my tank!) Now, I'm not kidding here, I have had these guys this long! Not sure how long they're supposed to live? They do regularly produce offspring, but I have not yet, tried to save any due to other issues in life, which makes me feel terrible...but what would I do with all those little clownfish? I do not want any other fish than these little guys-but will start getting into corals/mushrooms, etc., after everything else is in check, and I've done my homework. I am also an avid nature/wild bird photographer, with over 500 pictures on a popular web photo sharing site, have two african red bellied parrots, a 2500 gallon koi pond, being newly rebuilt this year with 4 DIY 55 gallon filters, and love DIY projects when my back/neck injuries allow me the time. (I just wish my husband did!) Thanks for listening, be seeing ya around!

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Those are some old percs. If at some point you get interested in raising those clown eggs check out this forum there are plenty of guys that are successful in raising clowns.

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by akmartinez1

I guess I'll introduce myself and say Hello.. so Hello...

I'm fairly new to the hobby but I do have a little under 10 years experience with a freshwater tank.

I did have a small 5gal tank with a live rock that contained an anemone and I also had a horseshoe crab in it and both lived over 2 years before I got married and had to move. But I don't count that as experience because I really didn't know what I was doing then and attribute luck to the long survival of the tank.

I just setup a 12gal JBJ NanoCube last week and so far so good in its early stages. I'll probably go into more detail and ask for tips in the Nano forum.

I hope to sponge as much info to help keep my tank going.

I still have my 55gal freshwater tank and equipment and might set it up for a salt tank if all goes well...

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that nano forum is packed with great info centering around your size tank. Good Luck.

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by Ourfish

Hi, my boyfriend and I are planning on starting a 20 gal nano reef in the near future. Right now we're just researching researching researching!!

We've visited our local pet store and were really disappointed with their selection of coral. There were about 9 different small corals and all of them looked half dead. They were also like $30-$40 each.

Are there good online dealers for buying corals? How much should we expect to pay for good quality coral?

Thanks

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You're in luck, Reef Central has a lot of sponsors and a lot of them specialize in corals. Check out their section. You'll probably get to the point of information overload, but they're there.

As well as there are Local reef clubs here on RC, just look for a club near your location and maybe you'll get the hook-ups on someone local to you.
Good Luck

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by chadnc

Hello all my name is Chad, I am new to the hobby and very excited about it. I do not have a tank up yet but I will very soon so be prepared to see me asking lots questions I have been reading tons of info from the internet and books about reef tanks so im not just diving into it head first without knowing what I am getting into.

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there's only so much reading and reading you can do before you dive into it head first

Good Luck

[5ft24]

Hi All,
My name is Dave, and I'm from Mission Viejo, CA.
I have quite a bit of experience with freshwater, but freshwater fish get boring...
I am just starting out with a 75 Gallon tank. most likely will set it up as a FOWLR first, but want to make sure my equipment is reef ready.

Looking forward to learning a lot here!
Thanks

[Perculilar]

Originally Posted by Sisterlimonpot

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Those are some old percs. If at some point you get interested in raising those clown eggs check out this forum there are plenty of guys that are successful in raising clowns.

I will do so! And thank you very much! AFter I get the new tank setup, and everyone settles down, I will definitely do so. I can't even hurt a spider, (with humans-is different story-not saying I'm a wimp!),and am constantly trying to save even earthworms who ard drying out-so this has bothered me for quite some time!

[IPisces]

Hi every one. My name is Lorrie.
Well I guess I am really still a newbie compared to most everyone else here, but I started keeping a saltwater tank a year ago last April. Started out with a 55 gal and now have a 75 gal, 54 gal and 34 gal RSM. The 75 is a mixed reef, the 54 and 34 are softy tanks. Between all three tanks I am keeping clowns in all tanks, yellow tang, clown fairy wrasse, dwarf golden moray eel, diamond goby, tailspot blenny, pajama cardinal, and a marine betta. I also keep a number of freshwater tanks. May start breeding killi fish. I breed, periodically, bristle nose plecos if anyone is interested I have a ton of babies, anyway, I am also an avid harley rider and gardener when I can get away from my tanks. My flower gardens are turning into weed patches
So, I'm glad to be here. I can always use more help now and then and the more opinions and advise and info you can get is the best way to learn about and in turn love this hobby.

[j9993lee]

hey everyone, new to the hobby, lots of great info on here, got a buddy thats super experienced helping me out and im looking forward to getting my system started!

[westreef]

My name is Bernie and is living in Sacramental area. I started keeping fresh water fish since I was 8. I only skipped keeping fish for 8 years when I was in college. I have just retired and have 11 years of keeping reef experience in a 75g tank mostly LPS and softies. Now I have plenty of time to seriously getting into keeping more challenging SPS. I have discovered this site recently and am so happy to be part of it. I read many threads and have learned so much. Keep up the good work, we need all of you to share your expertise with us. Thanks again!

[reefcruzier]

Hello everyone! My name is Gerry. I am new to the Saltwater aquarium hobby. Right now doing all the homework required to gain the knowledge of how do this successfully. Comparatively speaking, my tank is small, only 10 gallons. I also have a 20 gallon tank that will one day be pressed into service. But for now 10 works. Looking forward to getting a lot of information from past posts and staying in the learning loop. I know that I'll have questions, everyone does in the beginning until they "get their feet wet". When those questions arise, I will be looking for some guidence from the Reef Central cummunity.

[sharkman121]

Hi guys, now starting my first marine tank. Looking forward to learning alot on this forum and maybe be able to contribute something as well.

[Grand Marquis]

Hi, my name is Mark. I live in north east Ohio. I'm brand new to aquariums of any sort, but my cousin's tank has me interested. I was referred to this forum by a man who sold me a skimmer. He said there was a wealth of information on here from experienced reefers who love to share it.

I suppose after I dig through the years of past threads I'll still have some questions. And when I do build my tank I'll be looking up to the experts for those priceless tips.

[Sisterlimonpot]

Originally Posted by 5ft24

Hi All,
My name is Dave, and I'm from Mission Viejo, CA.
I have quite a bit of experience with freshwater, but freshwater fish get boring...
I am just starting out with a 75 Gallon tank. most likely will set it up as a FOWLR first, but want to make sure my equipment is reef ready.

Looking forward to learning a lot here!
Thanks

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A lot of people that start off with fresh water seems to always venture over to salt water. Good to have you.