Need help setting up my 220g

[Cassie428]

Ok guys I know the basics to saltwater tanks, I have a 220g tank and stand only, I need all the other stuff, what I want to go in there?

Epaulette shark
Bluering stingray
Porcupine puffer (already have)
Snowflake eel (already have)
2 clown fish (already have)
LPS
Softies
And community fish

I understand some of these aren't compatible but I also have a 50g I could keep my clowns in. But for sure I want a shark and sting ray with reef tank and large community fish.

Anyone recommend a good brand? Or is selling stuff rated for my tank? Know of a good place with low prices lol? I'm hoping to get my tank cycling with 500-600. I have a 75g empty tank for sump

 

[CodyRVA]

Are you talking about live stock or equipment?? There's no way you're equipping a 220G system for under $1k, and that's being modest.

 

[Cassie428]

Dam not even with just the basics? Just to get it cycling ,no fish ..just rock,sand,skimmer and lights

 

[CodyRVA]

Unless you can find used gear locally, at a VERY good price, your skimmer and lights alone could be $1k, depends on what deals you can find in your area.

 

[Cassie428]

I'll start checking

 

[mdefo25]

Welcome! What kind of corals do you plan on keeping?

 

[Cassie428]

Lps and softies :)