Hey!
I made this account a while ago but I just bought a house and finally just got my first tank so I could use really use some advice!
Picked up 120 gallon tank 48x24x24 with dual overflow (I think) -- Planning to make it FOWLR (not a lot of live rock in tank)
Trying to get it up and running efficiently without spending a tremendous amount of money.
Located in SE Florida.
What is needed to set up my sump?
I have sump and a pump but not sure what other pieces are needed. I was told the 1" bulkheads need to be replaced.
I was looking on bulkreefsupply but it looks like there's different styles / shapes of bulkheads?
Is flex or rigid PVC better?
Would you recommend buying plumbing from a fish store/site or Home Depot?
What is the best / cost effective means for monitoring water chemistry?
Strips? Meters? Are there meters for multiple things? Refractometer for salinity?
What is best media for sump?
Liverock? Bioballs?
Python still the best means for basic cleaning / water changes?
Is RO essential? What are the best ways to get R/O? Should I just look into installing a system at home?
Would love to have this sorted out so I can order / pickup equipment needed by Monday to take advantage of CYBER MONDAY DEALS!
ANY TIPS / TRICKS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED!
Thank you all! I look forward to getting this going and contributing to this site.
I made this account a while ago but I just bought a house and finally just got my first tank so I could use really use some advice!
Picked up 120 gallon tank 48x24x24 with dual overflow (I think) -- Planning to make it FOWLR (not a lot of live rock in tank)
Trying to get it up and running efficiently without spending a tremendous amount of money.
Located in SE Florida.
What is needed to set up my sump?
I have sump and a pump but not sure what other pieces are needed. I was told the 1" bulkheads need to be replaced.
I was looking on bulkreefsupply but it looks like there's different styles / shapes of bulkheads?
Is flex or rigid PVC better?
Would you recommend buying plumbing from a fish store/site or Home Depot?
What is the best / cost effective means for monitoring water chemistry?
Strips? Meters? Are there meters for multiple things? Refractometer for salinity?
What is best media for sump?
Liverock? Bioballs?
Python still the best means for basic cleaning / water changes?
Is RO essential? What are the best ways to get R/O? Should I just look into installing a system at home?
Would love to have this sorted out so I can order / pickup equipment needed by Monday to take advantage of CYBER MONDAY DEALS!
ANY TIPS / TRICKS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED!
Thank you all! I look forward to getting this going and contributing to this site.