New tank internal struggle

[joefeets1]

So I am looking to get a new tank. I currently have a 20 gallon cube and 60 gallon cube but would like to upgrade to something bigger. I was originally planning on waiting a while to do this but the seams my 60 cube are starting to get questionable. I bought that tank used (for a steal) and never had intentions on keeping it long term.

This is where my struggle starts. My budget for this new tank isn’t a lot and I know that the tank needs to be 6 ft long (the 60 cube came with a blue tang and my plan was to upgrade to a bigger tank for it).

I’ve gotten a quote from Glasscages (for a 72” x 24” x 20” tank) which is doable but limits my ability to get other things. But on the other hand I keep coming back to getting an aqueon or marineland tank and then have the ability to get the other things I need sooner.

I guess I’m just looking for some advice or thoughts on the matter. Anyway thanks everyone!

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

my marineland tank is 17 years old and still full of water in my living room, I have no problems recommending marineland tanks.

 

[joefeets1]

my marineland tank is 17 years old and still full of water in my living room, I have no problems recommending marineland tanks.

I’m thinking of going that route. It will allow me to get it up and running sooner

 

[Uncle99]

I’m thinking of going that route. It will allow me to get it up and running sooner

True, but get the tank you like best.
It’s worth it. Could be with you for quite some time.

 

[JakeH]

I’ve been losing sleep trying to pick a stand for my next build. Glad to know it’s not just me I’d go slow and get what you want. You don’t want the tank to drive you nuts every time you look at it.

 

[JumboShrimp]

Curious— if you get a custom tank, what pieces of equipment might you have to skip or scale back on initially?

 

[joefeets1]

Curious— if you get a custom tank, what pieces of equipment might you have to skip or scale back on initially?

Lights, a sump, powerheads

 

[sfin52]

Lights, a sump, powerheads

You mean the basics

 

[joefeets1]

You mean the basics

Pretty much. I have a kessil light, 3 small powerheads and a small sump so I have a few things but not what I think I’ll need

 

[JumboShrimp]

Just spitballing ideas— but if you start out with with Fish Only— a cheap $120 Jaebo pump to start out with, a cheap $120 Nicrew light, and a cheap $120 Reef Pro RP-M powerhead can do; Just trying to put your dream tank within reach for you. Lol :). Add corals and upgrade your lighting later.

 

[ZoWhat]

I have a 6ft 180g.... and I'll just give it to you straight up

Tank plus equipment an easy $5,000+ investment to do it right

Monthly cost of electricity, salt, water/sewer, maintenance items easily $125-$150 per month

Heck electricity alone is $80 easy per month at 7-8 kwh continously