New to Reefing.

Scrappie301 · Sep 7, 2019

Thanks for adding me to the group. My name is Mike. I am starting a fish only tank right now but plan to make the move to reef. I have a 93 gallon take and running a fluval 405 for filtration. Would like some help with slowly upgrading my tank to a reef tank. I have no space under mytank for a sump. Was looking at going HOB for my skimmer and refugium. Can someone give me some pointers on what would be the best equipment to get. I'm on a budget and I am using this hobby to help with my PTSD. Anyone recommendations would be appreciated.

Crabs McJones · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R Mike!

#WelcometoR2R

Scrappie301 · Sep 7, 2019

Thanks Crabs.

COreef8 · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R! As far as hang on equipment is concerned, I'm not up to speed on what's good but maybe someone can chime in with a good suggestion. Hang on equipment has made vast improvements in the last few years so I know there are entire threads where people talk about just hang on skimmers/refugiums as well if you don't get an answer here.

So sorry to hear about your PTSD, I really hope the reef tank helps. I know I find it soothing.

Peace River · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R!!! We’re glad you’re here!

dbl · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R and your new reefing family Mike.

Bryson.bobby · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R

Idoc · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R. I've never used a canister filter, so probably not much help here. But im sure several with canister experience will help out.

Redfoxtang · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R!!! Best place in town!!

LAReefer4Life · Sep 7, 2019

Welcome to R2R!!!

P-Dub · Sep 7, 2019

MIKE, Welcome!

Billldg · Sep 8, 2019

Welcome to R2R!!!

fishface NJ · Sep 8, 2019

Welcome to R2R

code4 · Sep 8, 2019

Nice to have you on board Mike.

Jamo7 · Sep 8, 2019

DMG Reef · Sep 8, 2019

Welcome!

Before I got my latest tank, I had a Reef Octopus BH-1000 HOB skimmer and it was a terrific skimmer. I think you'd be very happy with it. Reef Octopus is a reliable brand IME.

You'll get lots of good advice on R2R. Glad you've joined us.