Advance Aqua Tanks VS. Leemar? Which is makes a better glass 180?

SPSFiend · 07/10/2006, 08:34 PM

I am thinking about purchasing a new 180G, standard size and Euro braced. Which tank manufacturer makes a better tank? Advane or Leemar?

Also, does anyone know what is stronger: Euro bracing or standard bracing across the top?

Thanks!

chalowolf · 07/10/2006, 09:08 PM

Lee Mar is the best. Euro bracing is strong , and allows for easier access. Plus better flow.

CW from the OC · 07/11/2006, 09:27 AM

When discussing the best glass reef tanks LeeMar ALWAYS comes up.

But I never hear the other company come up at all. They may be great tanks, but LeeMar has all the positive image and reputation. If you want the best, stick with them.

Both my 120 and 210 are LeeMar. The 120 is 7 or 8 years old, and I went back to LeeMar for my new 210.

DRC69 · 07/11/2006, 09:37 AM

I have a NEW 40RR Advance Aqua tank in glass. I'm very happy with the over all quality and workmanship.
Standard bracing, but the over-flow was done real nice.
Very good high-flow with dual returns.
Not bad for just a 40.
Just my opinion.

gcarroll · 07/11/2006, 10:31 AM

I'm happy with my Lee-mar. If you choose Lee-mar, be prepared to expect delays. The store will probably tell you two weeks but it may take 3-5 weeks. Something to be expected since all flat polish tanks are made to order. I think it is worth the wait.

Yinger · 07/11/2006, 11:39 AM

even advance had delays when we ordered our tank. They ended up blaming it on the starphire. To tell you the truth, my gf and I discussed it and if we could do it over again, we would go through Leemar. Advance is nice, but after seeing some other tanks, Leemar's craftmanship is noticeably better.

07/10/2006, 08:34 PM	#1
SPSFiend Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: South Bay / Los Angeles Posts: 1,018	Advance Aqua Tanks VS. Leemar? Which is makes a better glass 180? I am thinking about purchasing a new 180G, standard size and Euro braced. Which tank manufacturer makes a better tank? Advane or Leemar? Also, does anyone know what is stronger: Euro bracing or standard bracing across the top? Thanks! __________________ Thanks, Gerry Current Tank Info: Custom 32x32x24 Rimless. Previous tanks: 180G Reef and 120G Reef

07/11/2006, 09:27 AM	#3
CW from the OC Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 853	When discussing the best glass reef tanks LeeMar ALWAYS comes up. But I never hear the other company come up at all. They may be great tanks, but LeeMar has all the positive image and reputation. If you want the best, stick with them. Both my 120 and 210 are LeeMar. The 120 is 7 or 8 years old, and I went back to LeeMar for my new 210. __________________ Cheers! C Dub Current Tank Info: 210 LeeMar starfire reef (7x2x2), 100 gal SoCalCreations sump, Aquacontroller 3, Geo 618 fed by Cole Parmer peri pump, ATB Large Cone , Aquatinics Constellation T5, 4 Vortecs with wireless controllers, Eheim 1262 return on a SeaSwirl Last edited by CW from the OC; 07/11/2006 at 09:41 AM.

07/11/2006, 09:37 AM	#4
DRC69 Oh Well Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: RSM, CA Posts: 3,430	I have a NEW 40RR Advance Aqua tank in glass. I'm very happy with the over all quality and workmanship. Standard bracing, but the over-flow was done real nice. Very good high-flow with dual returns. Not bad for just a 40. Just my opinion. __________________ Thanks, D Current Tank Info: "A government big enough to give you everything you want is a government big enough to take from you everything you have" ----- Thomas Jefferson

07/11/2006, 10:31 AM	#5
gcarroll Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 9,666	I'm happy with my Lee-mar. If you choose Lee-mar, be prepared to expect delays. The store will probably tell you two weeks but it may take 3-5 weeks. Something to be expected since all flat polish tanks are made to order. I think it is worth the wait. __________________ Greg Carroll I will be at REEF-A-PALOOZA! SPS = Stability Promotes Success Be wary of advice coming from those who will not show you the fruits of their success! Current Tank Info: building: 250g AGE Euro tank, Abyzz A200, Vertex Supra-G filtration, Ecotech Radion Pro LEDs, ...

07/10/2006, 09:08 PM	#2
chalowolf Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Glendale, Ca Posts: 717	Lee Mar is the best. Euro bracing is strong , and allows for easier access. Plus better flow.

07/11/2006, 11:39 AM	#6
Yinger Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Yorba Linda Posts: 3,657	even advance had delays when we ordered our tank. They ended up blaming it on the starphire. To tell you the truth, my gf and I discussed it and if we could do it over again, we would go through Leemar. Advance is nice, but after seeing some other tanks, Leemar's craftmanship is noticeably better.