New Build Help

[MSB123]

I am moving soon, and I am hopefully getting a new custom tank,
https://www.customaquariums.com/sharecart/index/cart/crypt/WG5jVDkySkdJYUpRYTdyeERQdGk4Zz09/
I would like to get some help on choosing equipment and a affordable sump. My budget is 1500 and I need to find lights, a sump, and a good return pump. I am up for used or new equipment, though I prefer new for the sump.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
MSB

 

[hdsoftail1065]

I am moving soon, and I am hopefully getting a new custom tank,
https://www.customaquariums.com/sharecart/index/cart/crypt/WG5jVDkySkdJYUpRYTdyeERQdGk4Zz09/
I would like to get some help on choosing equipment and a affordable sump. My budget is 1500 and I need to find lights, a sump, and a good return pump. I am up for used or new equipment, though I prefer new for the sump.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
MSB

If I were to do it all over again on the sump I would DIY. You will save a ton of money. There are several good designs on this site or people willing to share ideas.

 

[MSB123]

I was looking at this sump-
https://www.marinedepot.com/IceCap_...fUHLn6CIEqbhhfNvE6augUIvpk6nwmaoaAq0REALw_wcB

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Nice looking sump, but that is 400.00 of your 1500.00, quality lights aren't cheap. Just tossing stuff out there :) what lights are you thinking about?


In the end you need to get what you want and what makes you happy!

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Everything nickle and dimed me, I had a budget of 1500.00 and killed it, pumps, power heads, do/di, sand rock. Boy! It gets expensive! Lol

 

[MSB123]

I have one Maxpect R420R fixture, and possibly another from a friend. I think ill buy a third for the whole tank, thats another 500

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Oh, your in good shape then!

 

[MSB123]

Luckily I already have an app and 3 Gyres so I don't have to spend money on a controller or flow

 

[MSB123]

Yeah. I think that Now I just need to find a Pump

 

[MSB123]

And do you think I could cover that area (72x30) with two r420rs?

 

[hdsoftail1065]

To be honest I know nothing about those lights and would be afraid to even guess. I don't want to give you the wrong info.

 

[MSB123]

Thanks!

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Thanks!

You can post that specific question with your tank dimensions, somebody will be able to answer your question. Sorry I wasn't more help! Sounds like a cool build, keep me posted as it goes together!