Linka’s 150 gallon build

LiLinka · May 20, 2023

Hi my name on reef2reef name is linka. But my real name is Ian. I currently have 2 tanks. A 30 gallon nano AIO reef tank. And a 120 gallon fish only system. I’ve decided I’m going to convert the fish only tank into a reef tank. New tank same stand just 4 inches taller with a sump. I’m going to post about my aquascape, building sump adding coral etc, the plans for the new acrylic tank just went in for a quote so this thread will be slightly inactive for a few weeks. But I wanted to document eveything in the process. Hope you all enjoy. (Below are pictures of both tanks)

Here is fish only tank:

Peace River · May 21, 2023

Congratulations on the adventure! The pictures look great so far!

Gumbies R Us · May 23, 2023

LiLinka said:
Hi my name on reef2reef name is linka. But my real name is Ian. I currently have 2 tanks. A 30 gallon nano AIO reef tank. And a 120 gallon fish only system. I’ve decided I’m going to convert the fish only tank into a reef tank. New tank same stand just 4 inches taller with a sump. I’m going to post about my aquascape, building sump adding coral etc, the plans for the new acrylic tank just went in for a quote so this thread will be slightly inactive for a few weeks. But I wanted to document eveything in the process. Hope you all enjoy. (Below are pictures of both tanks)

Here is fish only tank:

Very nice looking coral!

Petcrazyson · May 23, 2023

Cool tank! Love the nems!

LiLinka · May 23, 2023

Hey guys quick update I’m currently working out the details for the tank. Final dimensions are 48x24x30 150 gallon display volume. I’m currently deciding on what type of overflow I want in the tank. I’m leaning towards center external overflow / ghost overflow, but am open to other peoples opinions on what they recommend. As well as picking a sump. In stand I have L: 43 H: 32 W: 22. Currently leaning towards a custom one. But if they have pre built ones that fit this please let me know. I also want to add a Red Sea fleece roller instead of socks. Will update soon with final plans. Have a good week everyone!

J&K Reefers · Jun 14, 2023

In the future consider a used acrylic tank. If you have the space, you can buy a much bigger one at a much lower price. I was able to purchase a 300 gallon acrylic tank for $1800. I did have to sand and polish it to get scratches out, but for me, that was part of the fun, good luck on your new build. Your current set up looks great.