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firewire · Aug 6, 2020

Hi,

I have been a long time lurker and only just beginning to starting my first ever reef tank. I am deciding between the Red Sea Max E-170 or the E-260 but don't know if I should jump to the much bigger tank for now. My question is: is this going to be a very expensive hobby, as in would I be needing backup equipment as well, like dual heaters, dual return pumps in case one fails etc etc? How is your experience when it comes to such things? Any buyers remorse? Thanks!

fuelman · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R!!!

Reefnman2 · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R!

najer · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R, both look like nice set ups, I would go larger.
You can buy a back up return and heater when you can afford it.
Good luck.

Chrisfish · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R!

Billldg · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R!!!

Poseidon's snail · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome !!!!

WIReefer · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R!!!

G Santana · Aug 6, 2020

Welcome to R2R

sixty_reefer · Aug 6, 2020

Am with @najer just buy your main equipment and buy the back ups at a later stage, if money is an issue dnt go for the big brands there is many cheaper options that will do the job just as good. A tank that size can cost a fortune or can be very affordable and enjoyable. Welcome to r2r:)