New tank build thoughts

[EEE1986]

I’ve had the Fluval Evo for the last year which was a good introduction to the hobby and I’ve achieved moderate success with it but I’m ready to upgrade to something larger. I am considering something in the 40-80 gallon range that features just 2-4 really large colonies of coral that I grow out rather than just packing it with as many corals as possible like I’ve been doing. I was thinking of mainly soft corals and LPS with an SPS crown jewel that will be the centerpiece of the tank. Maybe some nice leathers a Duncan or euphyllia and a birds nest? The less demanding/sensitive the corals the better. Was wondering if anybody knew of similar tanks on here or social media that I can check out for inspiration or whether anybody had suggestions about what type of tanks/equipment I should be looking at to accomplish this dream?

 

[Jamie9]

I’ve had the Fluval Evo for the last year which was a good introduction to the hobby and I’ve achieved moderate success with it but I’m ready to upgrade to something larger. I am considering something in the 40-80 gallon range that features just 2-4 really large colonies of coral that I grow out rather than just packing it with as many corals as possible like I’ve been doing. I was thinking of mainly soft corals and LPS with an SPS crown jewel that will be the centerpiece of the tank. Maybe some nice leathers a Duncan or euphyllia and a birds nest? The less demanding/sensitive the corals the better. Was wondering if anybody knew of similar tanks on here or social media that I can check out for inspiration or whether anybody had suggestions about what type of tanks/equipment I should be looking at to accomplish this dream?

Not sure what your plans for fish are. But, I've recently started a 40g. It has been fantastic, but there's a lot of fish out there that need at least 55+g, so I've been limited somewhat in my selection. (Still got lots of amazing ones to choose from though.) If you wanted more flexibility on fish choice, might make sense to go with the 80 gallon side of your range.

 

[twentyleagues]

A 75g is a nice size and dimension for a tank. Its actually one of my favorite tank sizes. Cant have large fish still but it allows a nice mix, with plenty of room for corals to grow. Its also pretty easy to light and outfit for flow. A lot can be done with a 40b as well. I also like the 60b same foot print of the 75g just not as tall nice for a shallow reef.
here is a very heavy stocked 60b

Build Thread - 60g breeder SPS reef

Hi all just wanted to share my 60b mixed reef. This tank was supposed to be larger with sump and skimmer but I had a time and budget crunch and decided to just set it up as is. No skimmer No sump For now, I only run pumps for flow, an Eheim surface skimmer, and rely on the 60lbs or rock to...

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I am sure if you search a bit on here you can find many more examples especially for 75gs.

 

[PPBlimpy]

I generally suggest a 40G or 60G breeder to be a nice upgrade from the evo.

But this depends on where you want to put your tank and how much room you have. limited on width go with a 40G. have over 4' of wall space look at a 60G

If I was starting again I wouldn't have jumped from my 13.5 to a 75, I would have found a 4' 120G (yes big jump) but the extra 6" in depth is amazing. equipment cost from a 75 to 120 isn't much extra either. Basically same lighting needed etc.

I now have a 7' 210G running and thinking about starting another tank which will most likely be a 48x24x24-120g or 4' 48x30x24 150G. i have all my old equipment from upgrading my other systems.

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Build Thread - SPS 40g Breeder Progression

New around here and haven't posted much. Just wanted to say hello to everybody and introduce our tank. This tank has been up and running for about a year and a half at this point. We went for almost a 10 year break from our first tank (mostly moving around), however did not stray from the love...

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Here is a 40g tank for reference

 

[EEE1986]

Not sure what your plans for fish are. But, I've recently started a 40g. It has been fantastic, but there's a lot of fish out there that need at least 55+g, so I've been limited somewhat in my selection. (Still got lots of amazing ones to choose from though.) If you wanted more flexibility on fish choice, might make sense to go with the 80 gallon side of your range.

Great point, I love the dwarf angels and wrasses so I will keep that in mind

 

[EEE1986]

The system I am looking for would ideally be a "reef ready" system with sump and cabinet all included. I live in an apartment so space is limited and portability is key as I move every few years. I'm curious what the biggest system I would be able to get away with and only need to utilize one light fixture is?